DeFOREST
AMATEUR RADIO CLUB - K8GE
P.O. Box 73 - West Union, OH 45693-0073
"SERVING SOUTH CENTRAL OHIO SINCE 1974"
MAY 1998
http://www.qsl.net/k8ge
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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
Congratulations to our members who are graduating from High School
this year. We wish you the best always and success as you pursue
your future!
June is a wonderful time to spend outdoors and to gather with
friends. We have an opportunity to do both this month! The
Greater Mason County Amateur Radio Association has invited our
members and their families to attend a picnic on June 13th at Blue
Licks Battlefield State Park.
I just can't think of a better way to spend an afternoon than in
the company of such wonderful Hams! The Maysville club will be
providing food and refreshment and are always entertaining (Jerry
and I know since we are members also)! Look for the article
submitted by KE4MZP, Marie elsewhere in this newsletter. Thanks
for the invite!!
Field Day is just around the corner as well, so tune up your
equipment and pack your camping gear if you are planning to stay
all night at the Lorenz Farm! Mark your calendars for June 27th
and 28th as we will have the time of our lives in this wonderful
contest of emergency preparedness. Hams everywhere will be
testing their skills and competing for the most contacts in all of
the allowed categories.
KB8QNT says she is not chasing any cows this year! Many thanks to
our field day committee, KA8EKC, KC8DDY, KC8HFV and N8XGP for
their planning of this yearly event. For those of you who prefer
to operate during certain times, please contact KA8EKC who will
maintain a schedule for the following stations: novice/technician,
CW, 80, 40 and 20 meters. If you just want to come and operate
when you can, that's great too. All are welcome!
As I mentioned last month, this newsletter will contain more
information from the DeForest Amateur Radio Club Emergency Plan.
I have had several positive comments about last month's and hope
that you all find this information helpful. We are putting it in
a full page format for those who may wish to keep each section and
put them together in a 3 ring binder like we have done.
73, N8YWX
Kim
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The minutes of the May meeting were unavailable for the
newsletter. They will be read at the June meeting.
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HOMETOWN BOY
APPOINTED DEC
Congratulations to our very own WB8IOW who was recently appointed
as the District Emergency Coordinator for District 4 of the
Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES) here in Ohio. His
responsibilities will include, coordinating the efforts of the
Emergency Coordinators in 10 counties (Adams, Brown, Butler,
Clermont, Clinton, Hamilton, Highland, Pike, Scioto and Warren).
He will report directly to the Section Emergency Coordinator
WD8MPV, Larry Solak. Jerry's 36 years in Amateur Radio will
continue to benefit not only the DeForest Club, but other
organizations as well. We're proud of him!
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PICNIC - JUNE 13
Greater Mason County Amateur Radio Club
The picnic will be held at the Blue Licks Battlefield State Park,
south of Maysville Kentucky, on route 68, about 18 miles. It will
start at noon and we plan to eat at 2 P.M.
The scheduled test session normally held at the City Building will
be held at the picnic.
The club members will each bring a covered dish and the club will
supply the meat, bread and drinks.
The drawing will take place at 2 P.M. by the Grant Club. If you
have any questions, please get back to me.
We will have a Foxhunt and the costs of camping if anyone is
interested is $12.00 per night and the cost for the nature museum
is $2.00. there is a pool there and miniature golf for $1.50.
That is about it.
Marie East,
KE4MZP
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NEXT MEETING
JUNE 9, 1998 - West Union - 7:00 PM
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K8GE
FIELD DAY PICNIC
All Hams and their families are invited to attend a pot luck
picnic the evening of field day - Saturday, June 27th at 6:00 PM
at the Lorenz Farm. Bring a covered dish or your favorite
summertime salad or dessert and join the fun as we enjoy some go
od food, great weather (I have it ordered) and some good friends!
Oh, and while you're there, feel free to get on the air. My first
radio contact was made 3rd party as a non-ham and I had a great
time!
See you there!
N8YWX
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Affiliated clubs info on the Web:
The ARRL Field Services Department reports major improvements to
the information available for ARRL Affiliated Clubs on the ARRLWeb
page, http://www.arrl.org/field/club/ In addition to the summary
information already on the Web, detailed club information now is
available.
Searches are possible by club name as well as by state, section
and ZIP code. Club officials can submit updated information to
the Field Services Department directly from the club search
facility. This capability replaces the electronic annual report
form previously in use.
The system also now permits FSD staff to update Web information as
often as needed, instead of just monthly.
Thanks ARRL NEWSLETTER 05/22/98
Editor note: You can link to many area clubs on the DeForest
website, http://www.qsl.net/k8ge
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SEN BARRY GOLDWATER, K7UGA, SK
Former US Senator, onetime presidential candidate, and noted radio
amateur Barry Goldwater, K7UGA, died May 29. He was 89. Goldwater
had suffered a stroke in 1996 and had been in failing health.
A staunch conservative, Goldwater was the 1964 Republican
presidential nominee and served five terms in the US Senate. He
also authored the book Conscience of a Conservative. Goldwater
retired from politics in 1986. His home was in Scottsdale,
Arizona.
As a Senator, Goldwater's legacy included several pieces of
Amateur Radio-related legislation. In 1964, Goldwater's bill to
allow reciprocal operating agreements between the US and other
countries was signed into law. It was his work on the bill that
prompted the Arizona Senator to renew his interest in ham radio
after a long absence.
He was first licensed in 1921, and joined the ARRL in 1923. "You
can't imagine what a relaxation ham radio is for me," the
campaign-weary Goldwater told the gathering. He related how,
during the GOP Convention earlier that summer, he'd made several
hundred contacts from his hotel room using a borrowed Collins S-
line. The convention presented Goldwater with a certificate of
appreciation for his work on behalf of the hobby (see QST, Oct
1964, p 80). Goldwater lost the 1964 election to Lyndon Johnson.
While serving as chairman of the Senate Communications
Subcommittee in 1981, Goldwater introduced landmark legislation
proposing several changes to the Communications Act affecting
amateurs.
In 1982, Congress finally approved and President Reagan signed
what came to be known as the Goldwater Amateur Radio legislation,
enacted as Public Law 97-259. The measure established the Amateur
Auxiliary and the volunteer examination programs, permitted 10-
year license terms, and exempted Amateur Radio from the secrecy
provisions in the Communications Act. The Goldwater bill also
ended years of Congressional wrangling and authorized the FCC to
set RFI susceptibility standards for home electronic devices.
A year later, President Reagan signed into law a bill including a
Goldwater amendment that allowed the recovery of costs in the
Volunteer Examiner program (the FCC didn't authorize the plan
until months later, however).
At one point in his ham radio career, Goldwater operated as K3UIG
from his Senate office and as K7UGA when he was home in Arizona.
He called his Arizona ham shack "bash-hal-ne-ae," which he said
was Navajo for "music from iron" or "metal that talks."
Goldwater was a life member of the ARRL. He was elected president
of the Quarter Century Wireless Association in 1971. A pilot
during World War II, he held the rank of General in the Air Force
Reserve and was an active member of Air Force MARS. During the
Vietnam War era, Goldwater handled hundreds of thousands of phone
patches. He also held a pilot's license and occasionally operated
aeronautical mobile.
In 1983, Amateur Radio paid homage to Goldwater as "its
governmental protector and advocate" by establishing the $5000
ARRL Scholarship to Honor Barry Goldwater, K7UGA. In announcing
the scholarship, then-ARRL Washington Area Coordinator Perry
Williams, W1UED, said that Goldwater's Amateur Radio involvement
had "brought joy to thousands of members of the armed services
stationed overseas, and through his professional career, he has
exemplified the principles of commitment and service to one's
country and fellow citizens."
Then-FCC Chairman Mark Fowler said the Amateur Radio community was
lucky to have Goldwater as its "elder statesman" in government and
noted that the FCC often had Goldwater review ham-related
proposals before it took action on them.
The Goldwater scholarship, administered by the ARRL Foundation, is
awarded each year to a deserving radio amateur to encourage a
spirit of achievement and dedication in the field of
communication.
ARRL Executive Vice President David Sumner, K1ZZ, said that of
amateurs in the public sector, Goldwater was "without peer."
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EXCERPTS FROM
DeFOREST AMATEUR RADIO CLUB EMERGENCY PLAN
1.C DeForest Amateur Radio Club Organization
The DeForest A.R.C. operates under this emergency plan to organize
amateur radio efforts in providing public service communications
during times of disaster. The following club positions have been
established: President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer.
All club officers are elected in accordance with the DeForest
A.R.C. Constitution and By-laws. Since the DeForest A.R.C. is
incorporated, the club Constitution, By-laws, and Articles of
Incorporation are registered with the Secretary of State, of Ohio.
The president of the DeForest ARC is responsible for all club
activities. If the president is unavailable, the vice-president
is next in charge, followed by the secretary and then the
treasurer.
The club officers are responsible for promoting Amateur Radio for
the benefit of the public as a voluntary non-commercial
communications service through:
Resource planning
Recruiting and training of volunteers
Establishing and maintaining liaison with served agencies
Administration of on-going programs
Overall amateur radio operational control during
emergency and disaster situations
During disasters, the DeForest A.R.C. will maintain liaison with
the Adams County EMA/LEPC to coordinate area/county amateur radio
activities.
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1.D Communications Priorities
Top Priority
Communications directly relating to the immediate safety of life
of individuals or the immediate protection of property.
Communications support to government.
Second Level Priority
Communications directly relating to safety and providing shelter
and food to people who have been displaced by the disaster.
Third Level Priority
Health and Welfare communications originating in the disaster area
on behalf of disaster victims and directed to relatives and
friends in other areas.
Fourth Level Priority
Health and welfare communications originating outside the disaster
area. The quantity of these communications should be minimized as
they are destined for either non disaster areas where telephone
service is available or for disaster areas where the ability to
deliver is uncertain.
Lowest Level Priority
All other amateur radio communications.
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1.E Responding to an Emergency
First Actions
In the event of a natural or manmade disaster, your first
responsibility will be to attend to the safety and well-being of
your family and neighbors. Next, you will probably want to get an
assessment of the situation. You will also want to determine
where you may be of assistance. The best way to accomplish this
is by LISTENING. Listen to local broadcast stations WRAC (103.1
FM), WFTM (95.9 FM), WFTM (1240 AM), WSRW (106.7 FM), WSRW (1590
AM), or WLW (700 AM), and the DeForest A.R.C. emergency net on
repeater frequency (147.00+ Mhz). If the DeForest A.R.C.
repeater is unusable then the net will either be held on the
145.17 - Mhz repeater (Peebles OH). If that repeater is
unavailable then the net will meet on 147.00 MHz, in a simplex
mode or on one of the other Adams County repeaters (see Attachment
C later in this document). If the net control station (NCS) is
busy handling traffic don't interrupt just to inquire about the
situation or to volunteer your services. Keep listening since
further instructions will be provided by the Net Control Station
(NCS) including information on Resource Net operations.
Plan for Family Communication
Serious concerns will arise when family members are separated at
home, school, and work. Advance planning for dealing with this
situation is a must. Develop plans for family rendezvous points
and communication. Remember that this may not be possible for
hours or perhaps even days after the event. Well-rehearsed
contingency plans will reduce panic. One very effective practice
is to establish a friend or relative outside the area as a check-
in location for all members of the family. For example, each
could call Aunt Jane in Phoenix to report their well being and
whereabouts. Everyone should carry a note with the telephone
number at all times. Make certain small children know how to make
a long distance telephone call even if t hey don't have money.
Plan for Emergencies
Your advance preparation must include the availability of radio
and personal gear appropriate to emergency operations. Use the
checklists included in the "Operating in a Tactical Net" section
of this plan as a guide. You will be able to per form the best
job if you are adequately prepared before reporting to a duty
site. You also have an on-going individual responsibility to
develop your emergency communication skills. In any large
emergency there will be many participating amateurs who will not
have the benefit of such advance preparation. The direction of
disciplined net operation will be set and maintained by the
active, experienced club members. When the need arises, any and
all volunteers may be requested, regardless of qualifications.
There will be little time available to train new recruits. A
smoothly functioning operation can more readily make use of the
less experienced volunteers.
Responding to Everyday Emergencies
The 9-1-1 system exists to provide rapid communication between the
public and police, fire and other emergency services in the
community. You should be familiar with the system and the
emergency services provided. 9-1-1 service is now available
throughout Adams County.
With auto-patch available on the club repeater, you have access to
9-1-1 from your vehicle or hand held radio throughout the coverage
area. The code to get 911 service is 8911.
The first rule to remember when reporting any emergency via radio
or telephone is to STAY COOL. The more familiar you are with
proper procedures the easier it will be to keep your head in a
stressful situation. You may well be the only person who can
provide fast communication with the needed emergency services.
REMEMBER - CALL 8911 for Adams County Emergencies
(Call 8912 for Georgetown post of Ohio State Patrol)
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DeFOREST A.R.C. BIRTHDATES AND SPECIAL EVENTS
06-04 WB8IOW Jerry S. Paquette
06-09 7:00 PM DeForest meeting
06-11 KB8UAO Kelly E. Boone
06-13 GMCARA, GRANT, & DeForest clubs picnic
Blue Licks Battlefield State Park; including
Mason County test session
06-17 Gladys R. Stultz
06-20 KB8TJT Wanda S. Mangus
06-20 KB8OMF Glenn Trefz
06-21 KB8SRU Francis L. Cobb Jr.
06-22 N8BPZ JoAnn Ramsey
06-27 Field Day
06-28 Field Day
06-30 KC4UXD Chuck Doughman
07-01 KB8QOZ Stephanie Groves
07-01 WA8YIQ Earl Paquette
07-03 KB8YEX James R. Harmon
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NEXT MEETING
June 9, 1998 - 7:00 PM - ABCAP Senior Center - West Union, OH
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Monthly Refreshments
June - Jerry Paquette
July - James Wilson
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1998 Officers
President - N8YWX - Kim
Vice president - WD8LSN - Larry
Secretary - KB8QNT - Debbie
Treasurer - KE8FK - Ed
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