November 11, 2024 W6EK

Happy Monday SFARC Members and Friends,

We recently slowed down these informational emails to every two weeks. Feel free to reply and share feedback, we’d love to know what you think of club communication.We’ve got a few club updates, however, before we get into them, a brief pause. “A hero is someone who has given his or her life to something bigger than oneself.” – Joseph Campbell

Thank you to all who served this country from the Sierra Foothills Amateur Radio Club.

And now, on with the show!

We posted from pictures from this last weekends POTA by the Lake. Thanks to all who came out, it was a huge success and a lot of fun.

The deadline for RSVP’ing for the club “Holiday Fiesta” is approaching fast. This is a hard deadline as this is a catered dinner and we need to provide a count with some time before the event. RSVP now @ www.w6ek.org/rsvp – deadline is November 30th, 2024. A reminder, this event is limited to club members (and a guest) in good standing.

73,
The Sierra Foothills Amateur Radio Club (W6EK)
(530) 492-0920

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Watts Up This Week

Tomorrow Night’s Meeting | SFARC Election Night

November 7, 2024 W6EK

SFARC Members,
Tomorrow night is election night for SFARC and WE NEED YOU. Did you know that based on SFARC’s bylaws, it takes 62 club members to be present for quorum (both online and in person). As a club member, it’s important you attend since we’ll be voting in some new officers. We hope you can attend if not in person, online @ meeting.w6ek.org
A reminder for this weekend. We’ve got a POTA kicking off Saturday morning and we want you to come by. If you’re planning to join us, please head over to www.w6ek.org and RSVP ASAP!
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Congratulations New Hams

November 5, 2024 Smitty (WB1G)

A great turnout for the November VE Session with a big congratulations going out to the following folks: Murugan Balasubramanian, Marsha Brashear, Jeremiah Dauphinals, Jason Hodkin, and Carly Geo who all got their Technicians license last night. In fact, at only 9 years old, Carly might have set a record completing her tech exam in about 2 minutes with a near perfect score. When asked after, she read the manual 3 times and took over 100 practice tests. Now that is some dedication!!! We can’t forget one last congratulations to Paul Walker who got a perfect score on his tech test and then took the general and got, ANOTHER PERFECT SCORE! Congratulations to you all, we can’t wait to hear you on the air.

Looking Forward

Looking Forward November

November 1, 2024 Jim Zheng

The month of November brings with it an event-filled week, starting with a club VE session on the 4th. Come join us and get your license to transmit, or upgrade to receive additional band privileges. More than just an exam session, we provide one-on-one mentoring before and after the test so you’re ready to get on the air with confidence!

Our club meeting on the 8th features a great presentation on battery-operated power sources from Brian (KM6MDM). If you’ve ever been interested in building your own power source for taking out into the field, emergency back-up, or to enhance your electronics DIY skill set, join us for an informative night as Brian goes over what he used to put together his battery box, what motivated him to build it, and what he uses it for.

The next day many of us will gather at Beales Point for a Parks On The Air activation. Starting at 8 AM on the 9th we’ll have 3 HF stations you can use to make contacts with others all over the world. Take a moment to hang out with friends and family, and bring some food for a picnic. This is a great time to experience field operation away from your home station and enjoy the view of Folsom Lake.

Our monthly club breakfast will take place on the 30th, where we’ll meet at Mel’s Diner in Auburn at 7:30 AM for some great food before we head off on a special radio direction finding event! Bring your friends and family for a relaxed hunt through the park as you have fun while learning about the techniques and skills that go into RDF!

Wishing you all a great Thanksgiving!

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NOVEMBER POTA PARTY

October 30, 2024 Smitty (WB1G)

It’s that time again! we are going to have a POTA PARTY! We will be meeting in the Beals Point Parking Lot at Folsom Lake on Saturday, November 9th at 8:00A. We will keep going until either the park closes, or everyone goes home. The goal is to have 3 HF stations going using the W6EK call sign. All are welcome to come play radio with us! Parking is $12.

PLAN TO COME?

Watts Up This Week

October 29, 2024 W6EK

Hey SFARC Members and Friends,
We took a week off with our regularly scheduled emails to give you all a break. The coming weeks are a bit quiet but we have some dates for you to remember.
The SFARC Holiday Fiesta is approaching quick. Save December 7th for a night of fun, friendship, and food. If you’ve never attended the club Christmas party, you’re missing out! The evening includes:
– 2024 Year In Review Slide Show – Gerry’s Trivia Madness – The “Golden Brick” Award – Recognition of officers and installation of new officers – Yummy Catered Dinner – Prizes, Prizes, and More Prizes – NEW FOR 2024: Special Prize for Ugliest Sweater

SFARC invites all active club members (and a guest) to attend. More information to follow on w6ek.org. RSVPs will open in the next few weeks.
Open to all and back for 2025 is Hamtraks II, Back On Track!!!
Ever wanted to ride the rails? Enjoy one of the most scenic rides through the Sierra Nevadas and join your radio friends for a fun trip and overnight in Reno. The dates to remember are March 6-7, so save the date, get the time off work, and get ready.
More information about Hamtraks can be found @ www.w6ek.org/activities/hamtrak
73, The Sierra Foothills Amateur Radio Club (W6EK) (530) 492-0920
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