hamfest

The original FRARS Hamfest Web Page
Prepared by Chuck Hobson G0MDK
Revised 10 October 2002

THE FLIGHT REFUELLING
RADIO AMATEUR SOCIETY (FRARS)

PRESENTS

HAMFEST
10TH OF AUGUST 2003

As in years past this popular event is being held in Merley Wimborne, Dorset. There will be marquees full of items of interest to radio Amateurs, electronic/electrical hobbyists, computer buffs, and others. One of marquees will be devoted to arts and craft items. The usual car boot sales will be out in force displaying their wares also. Food and drink of course will be available at the Sports and Social Club (licenced bar) on the grounds. Bill Journeau will be in the Sports and Social Club with his unique collection of antique radios and television sets.

Slow morse code examinations are planned again for this year in the FRARS Clubhouse. So if you are in need of the five words per minute qualification, this is your opportunity. Don't forget to bring two passport size photos and some ID.

Tesla Coil demonstrations (miniature lightning generator) were given at the three previous Hamfests, and considerable interest was shown, especially at the last Hamfest. Lightning bolts over 12" long were displayed along with other high voltage effects. There will be the Van DeGraaff machine with G0UPS demonstrating its strange high dc voltage behaviour.

Plenty of free parking spaces will be available conveniently located in a large nearby field.
This year, our organisers are planning better parking arrangements and quicker access to minimise car queues at the entrance to the site.

To find Hamfest, head for the RED CIRCLE

Overnight camping facilities will be available for Saturday the 9th. Talk-in on S22.

HAMFEST 2001 Pictures. Click on them to enlarge