We  keep reading information about a large earthquake on the west coast of North America. It can’t be predicted as to when the event will occur, but you can help emergency services and yourself by being prepared.  The site below has information from the US Geological Survey that should cause reflection to anyone on the west coast.

http://www.foxnews.com/science/2018/04/22/california-fault-line-is-tectonic-time-bomb-for-disastrous-earthquake-researchers-say.html

Congratulations to all who participated in the recent Basic Radio Course and the radio familiarization evening.  We look forward to seeing you at the monthly meeting on April 26 2018 at the #1 Fire Hall on Fitzwilliam Street in Nanaimo. Meeting starts at 1900 hrs sharp.

A Simulated Emergency Test caught the attention of some Oregon media. To see the article go to

http://katu.com/news/local/amateur-radio-operators-could-be-a-lifeline-in-a-major-disaster

The Province of British Columbia identifies those in specific programs of the Public Service Volunteer Lifeline Program for their efforts.  To see the winners and learn more about the programs go to

https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2018EMBC0001-000652

Thanks to all the CECA members who supported last weekends CECA displays in Nanaimo and Gabriola.  These displays were well received by the public.  Great work by all involved.

The following bulletin has been issued by the Radio Amateurs of Canada

Continue reading RAC-Bulletin- Revised Canadian Table of Frequency Allocations now includes additional 15 kHz for 60 Metre Band with the same power limits as earlier allocated spot frequencies. →

If you are interested in Propagation here are a couple of websites that may interest you.

http://bandconditions.com/

https://pskreporter.info/pskmap.html

Some Great Propagation Calculator Websites.

On April 14th 2018 Durham Radio closed their doors. Hopefully no too many got caught with orders in the air.

http://www.durhamradio.com/home.php

Friggatriskaidekaphobia… those who have issues with Friday the 13th……

Enjoy today, Friday the 13th of April  2018

https://www.nanaimobulletin.com/trending-now/whos-afraid-of-friday-the-13th

You hear the word Sunspots around ham radio a lot.  Did you ever wonder that was all about.  The site below will give you information that will help sort this out.

https://www.express.co.uk/news/science/943412/Sunspots-what-are-NASA-solar-minimum