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  • HCRA Contest University – Sept 17th 2016

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    On Saturday (September 17th 2016) HCRA will be continuing its “Share The Knowledge” series with Contest University. This class is perfect for those who are interested in contesting and for experienced contesters to use a refresher. The goal is to make the transition into contesting as easy as possible. We will be covering everything from choosing a contest, setting up your station, and optimizing both your station and score. We will also cover the installation and overview of the popular contesting software N1MM Logger +

    Class will start at 9am and continue on into the early afternoon. Please come prepared.

    When: Saturday, September 17th 2016
    Where: Holyoke Medical Center Aux Conf. Center
    Address: 575 Beech St. Holyoke MA, 01040
    Time: 9am – ???

    HCRA will provide coffee, donuts and lunch to HCRA members.

     

  • Ham Radio Classes – Coming Soon

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    The Hampden County Radio Association will be holding an Amateur Radio Technician Class along with General and Extra Study Groups at the Holyoke Hospital Auxiliary Conference Center (auditorium), 575 Beech Street, Holyoke, Mass. This classes and study groups are open to everyone of all ages and affiliations.

    There will be three different meeting dates:
    Class #1 – Monday, January 13, 2014 7:00 – 8:30 PM
    Class #2 – Monday, January 20, 2014 7:00 – 8:30 PM
    Class #3 – Saturday, January 25, 2014 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

    VE Exam – Saturday, January 25, 2014 at approximately 3:00 PM

    Attendance is NOT taken. If you can’t make the Monday evening dates, just come on Saturday. These condensed meetings are presented with the assumption that individuals will study and take practice tests on their own outside of class time. Our goal is to provide experienced ham radio operators (elmers) to be used as resources when going over the questions and answers that may be on the test.

    There is no charge for the class/study group, but the purchase of the ARRL License Manual ($29) is strongly suggested. Internet links to other resources will be provided. ARRL License Manuals can be ordered for delivery at the first class by contacting John, kx1x@arrl.net.
    The cost to take the test is $15 per attempt.

    The license, after passing the test, costs $0 and can be renewed for $0 every 10 years. Two forms of ID are required, including one picture identification.

    Questions? Email John/Kx1x, kx1x@arrl.net

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    HCRA Meeting Location - Holyoke Hospital