Until Feb 9th 2014 the only special event call sign in use will be XM3P. This event is to note the 50th anniversary of the University of Guelph.
Monthly Archives: January 2014
7ZIES APPROVED NOW BY DXCC DESK.
The ARRL DXCC Credit desk has now approved this operation. See the link below for further information
http://www.arrl.org/news/7z1es-operation-approved-for-dxcc-credit
Would You Like Some History on Amsterdam Island?
A bit of history on Amsterdam Island… the site of a current DXpedition. Have a look at
60 M Operations Information.
RAC has published an information sheet for 60M operations. You need to make sure you are doing things right . For more information go to
Capitol RegionEmergency RadioCoordinators Committee CRERCC
Interested in how ARES is handled in Victoria BC and the southern end of Vancouver island? Have a look at http://www.crercc.com/
W1AW MOVES AGAIN JAN 29 2014..
As part of the ARRL Centenniel W1AW is moving around the US. On January 29th the station will move to Minnesota and Texas. For more information on the move and the event go to
http://www.arrl.org/news/w1aw-centennial-operations-shift-states-on-january-29
Weather Slow Delivery of QST.
All copies of QST have now been sent, however weather has caused some delays. For more information go to
http://www.arrl.org/news/february-qst-delivery-delayed-to-some-destinations
*BC QSO Party 2014*.
Hello everyone near and far,
BCQP 2014 is coming up this weekend: 1600z Feb 1 to 0400z Feb 2.
Exchange
BC stations give RS(T) + federal electoral district
Out-of-BC stations give RS(T) + province/state/DX
BC stations, you can contact anyone anywhere. Q potential is huge,
especially if you CQ. Stations outside BC, you are on a treasure hunt
to find as many BC stations as you can.
Regardless of where you are, the rewards for getting on the air are as
varied as your locations, and the Qs you make may be ones that create
memorable moments for radio amateurs new to our hobby.
Tangible Rewards Continue reading *BC QSO Party 2014*.
MILITARY TO CONDUCT EARTHQUAKE DRILL IN VANCOUVER- Jan 29 2014
Military Reserve Units will be conducting an earthquake drill in Vancouver. The probability of an earthquake is real on the coast. This is yet another of example of why we need to be prepared. What have you done for your family and yourself? When was the last time your ARES unit participated in a SET?
Be part of the solution; be prepared.
For more information on the drill go to
http://www.vancourier.com/reservists-hope-to-shake-up-image-1.788950
Burnaby Amateur Radio Swap Meet- HAVE A GREAT DAY TODAY.
The Burnaby Amateur Radio Club has announced the date of their annual swap meet. It will be held in Queensborough BC on February 23rd. For more information go to