Matthew KK4FEM passed the Extra Exam before the December Meeting and Christmas party. Also, Steven Routt, now KK4VRS passed the Technician Exam. Congratulations to both of you guys. Job well done. Steve was so excited to tell his friends he left before we could get his picture. Steve, your excitement is understood. You are welcome back any time.
Tampa Bay Ham Fest-Plant City
Several club members manned the LARC booth over the two days of the show including Rich, Randy, Peggy, Ernie, Jim Stewart, Ren, Gabby, and Ansel. Stats collected during the two days follow:
Friday
Member Visitors Contacts given
Sign-ins Sign-ins information
16 30 68
Saturday
Members Visitors Contacts given
Sign-ins Sign-ins information
21 40 91
Totals
Members Visitors Contacts given
Sign-ins Sign-ins information
37 70 139
Handouts describing the club and its activities were offered to all. Many were surprised to learn that our club featured regular monthly presentations and provided Laurel Testing at no charge.
Christmas Party 2013
November 2013 Picnic
It’s That Time of Year Already
Yes, Christmas is just around the corner. That means the annual Christmas Party. This year, as last, it will be held at the club’s meeting place. Here are some of the details:
Date: December 2nd 2013
Time: 6:00 PM
Cost: $9.00 per person
Bring a desert or salad
See Ernie for reservations.
Please contact Ernie as soon as possible, if you intend to come. He needs this information for the caterer in order to insure everyone gets fed.
Please contact Ernie as soon as possible, if you intend to come. He needs this information for the caterer in order to insure everyone gets fed.
Congratulations Peggy!
No one could be prouder. New to the hobby, Peggy N4PEG moved quickly from Tech to Extra in one year, honing her radio skills along the way. She is shown here with President Patrick O’Neil holding her award. Peggy earned First Place North America Rookie-Low Power SSB 10 meters category in the 2013 World Wide WPX Contest. She ranked 14 th in the world for points earned. Now that’s some achievement. As of this month, Peggy will be the clubs new VE Coordinator.
Congratulations Peter!
Having a time of their imaginary lives, the gang finds itself in San Francisco. Shown left to right are Randy our VP Elect, KK4QAU, our new Tech, Peter KK4UZY, Peggy N4PEG, Ron KK4OGM, and Jimmy KG4QGB.
October 2013
Congratulations Mike!
It took a few days longer, due to an unfortunate government shutdown, but now Mike Shreve has been recognized by the FCC as KK4UGD. Welcome to the hobby Mike.
From left to right, RandyAE4RW, Peggy N4PEG, Mike KK4UGD, and Ernie KG4YNI.
Melbourne Hamfest October 12 and 13 2013
September 2013 Meeting
And The New Techs Are:
Left to right we have Peggy N4PEG, Louis Pacheco KK4TSH, Hank Herring KK4TSG, John McDowell KK4TSI, Chet AB4XK,and George KI4NBE. Congratulations Louis, Hank, and John.
Happy Birthday Bob!
A big Happy Birthday to Bob, K2EUH. That image on the cake was real. No foolin’, or should I say, no PhotoShoppin’. The fact that it was made from ice cream made it doubly cool. Much credit goes to wife Pat KJ4AFB who really knows how to keep a secret, and through a surprise party.
Radio Navigation
The main speaker of the evening, Andrew KK4KIC, both entertained and informed with his in-depth knowledge of radio navitation. His presentation follows. Double click for a larger image.