No doubt about it, like each of us, the club has had a challenging year during the lockdown resulting in no meetings or events. Our nets have been very popular, thanks to the Net Control Officers and all participants.
Our meeting room at Busch is still closed and we’ll let you know when it reopens. We don’t expect that to be for several months.
As we slowly emerge from the lockdown and restrictions, folks on the nets have expressed interest in having an outdoor cookout or “potluck” event. That sounds like a great idea to me. As the days get warmer (and drier) we’ll pick a date and location. It seems that our usual picnic site, the Pavilion at Day Park might be reopening. We’ll be checking out the site in the days to come.
It will be wonderful to see you all again and meet our new members face to face! It’s important to mention that ONLY members who have been FULLY vaccinated and in the totally protected stage (2 weeks after your final shot) will be welcome. Of course, in your interest we will abide by all State guidelines at the time.
Ohio Section – Swap & Shop
Members share some valuable tips on our nets, such as this item from Rich, W8KU on a recent 10 meter net.
The ARRL Ohio Section has a page where hams can list items for sale or free for the taking! Just go to http://arrl-ohio.org/sm/s-s.html
If you’d like to browse the site or receive their regular newsletter, the home page is http://arrl-ohio.org
Zoom Tech Program
Numerous clubs around the country are staying in touch online by participating in Zoom Meetings or similar online sites. We’ve wanted to take advantage of this technology and there’s an opportunity coming soon.
The M2M Club in Medina has invited us to participate in their online tech meeting on this month on Zoom. To use the Zoom program you must have their program on your computer or other device. If you’re interested in participating in form the host by email and they will send you a link to the Zoom meeting “room” about a half hour prior to the meeting. After clicking on the link you’ll go to the meeting and soon be accepted by the host.
Here’s the M2M program described:
On Thursday, May 20th at 7:30pm, Ron Hollis K8RJH will be presenting an overview of DVMs, HotSpots, and what you need to participate in this rapidly growing aspect of Amateur Radio.
With just an HT, a HotSpot, and a Wi-Fi or mobile Internet connection, you can speak to the world. Learn more about the basics, some of the nomenclature, resources, and view a live demonstration to see and hear how it all works. And, information on additional resources will be provided to help you get started.
You can download the quick and easy free Zoom program, called the “Zoom client” at www.zoom.us
If you are interested, write Jane Reed K8JGR, the M2M host and she will e-mail you your Zoom “invitation” about a half hour before the meeting. Just like any meeting, if you arrive early you’ll see others arrive as you wait. Enjoy!
write: jane@thunderecho.com
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Would you like more Zoom presentations? What topics would you like discussed?
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Our nets are going strong but we still need more Net Control Operators. If you can help out write us at parmaradioclub@gmail.com.
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If you have information to share with fellow members, let us know.
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Hal Rogers, K8CMD President