Club News

The latest Spotter Newsletter is now available from the NWS Detroit/Pontiac Office.

It can be viewed here:   Spring 2022 Newsletter

The NWS Detroit/Pontiac Office is once again holding their spring spotter training as a virtual event.  There will be four classes held using the GoTo webinar client.  The dates are March 8, 2022, March 14, 2022, April 9, 2022, and April 12, 2022.  Classes will be held at 7:00 pm with the exception of the April 9th class at 10:00 AM.

To register for any of the classes, visit their website at: 

https://www.weather.gov/dtx/spotter2

We are saddened to announce that Clarence KD8MGT has become a silent key. 

He passed on the 3rd of January. 

Information regarding services and visitation can be found here.

73 Clarence, you'll be missed. 

We've put a very basic packet radio terminal on the air. W8MRM-1 can be connected to on 144.93 MHz. 

Messages can be passed via the PBBS. 

We are hoping to do a demonstration of the system in future general membership meetings. If that is something you would be interested in please message KD8HFX@gmail.com

73 KD8HFX

One of your fellow members is looking for a Heathkit QRP radio that is in working condition. Specifically a HW8 or HW9 w/ parts and accessories if available.

If you have one and are willing to part with it, please contact Jerry - K8KUH. 

The votes have been counted and the results are in

Your 2021-2022 board of directors is:

President -- Bob W8RFC

Vice-President -- Bob K8HV

Secretary -- Rena KE8MKC

Treasurer -- Dale WA8FRD

Please congratulate them and get ready for the next year of exciting adventures in Ham Radio.

73 - KD8HFX

Tonight is the October General Membership Meeting. 

Tonight's topic is ELECTIONS. Come early to talk to the candidates and then cast your vote and help set the path for next years club activities. 

These are your candidates. 

President -- Bob W8RFC
Vice-President -- Bob K8HV
Secretary -- Rena KE8MKC
Treasurer -- Dale WA8FRD

KD8HFX will have a mini-swap set up in the back of the room as well. Lots of ham radio trinkets as well as some laptops and computer related items. Trade in some cash for that MUST HAVE item of you dreams. 

*** COVID-19 Reminder *** We would ask that you all follow the current CDC recommendations for indoor/in-person meetings.

The September General Membership meeting is just around the corner. 

This will be the first time we've had an in person meeting in over a year. We would ask that you all follow the current CDC recommendations for indoor/in-person meetings. 

The agenda this month is focused around elections. We will be taking nominations for officers. If you want to serve your club on the leadership board, please reach out to KD8HFX for more information. 

There will also be a mini swap happening. Look at the member swap page to get an idea of some of the items that will be available.

73 - KD8HFX 

Due to changes in the way the MGST is operating this year under COVID restrictions. The organizers have decided that there will NOT be a need for our communications assistance this year.

The MCRC board thanks the members who volunteered for the event and hope that you will think about volunteering again in the future. 

If you have any questions please don't hesitate to reach out.

73 - Jim KD8HFX

Field day is only 99 days away. 

This year Field Day is June 26th and 27th. Like previous years we are planning on setting up on Friday June 25th.

We are actively seeking information from members on their intent to operate. If you plan on operating or logging for Field Day this year please make your intentions known to the club. We are looking for operators and loggers to fill the time between 2pm Saturday afternoon until 2pm Sunday afternoon.

Email KD8HFX(at)gmail.com with what times you would like to operate or log.

The current operating schedule is posted on the Field Day page.

73 - KD8HFX