Hampden County Radio Association

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  • Slides and Information from HCRA’s Contest University

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    Did you miss HCRA’s contest university that was part of our “Share The Knowledge” seris this past fall? No problem! We’ve uploaded the slides from our presentations. Also included are links to sites and software that was mentioned during the class Click Here For The PDF (.pdf) of “HCRA Introduction To Contesting” Click Here For…

  • SHOW & TELL 2017 – there’s still time!

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    As of this writing (March 16th) it’s three weeks until HCRA’s Annual Show & Tell on April 7th. That also means it’s only three weeks to finish your project, put together documentation and perhaps win a nice prize for your efforts. No time you say? Well, twenty two days is over three weeks the last time I…

  • Eastern VHF/UHF/Microwave Conference – April 21-23

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    43rd EASTERN VHF/UHF/MICROWAVE CONFERENCE: APRIL 21-23, 2017 BAYMONT INN & SUITES (860)-643-5645 20 TAYLOR ST. (OFF I-84 at exit 63) MANCHESTER, CT 06042 Conference Web Address: http://www.newsvhf.com/vhfconf.html    4/21/17     FRIDAY LODGING 2:30-5PM Afternoon Workshop TBD 6:00pm ’til – SUPER HOSPITALITY ROOM (Food & Refreshments)!!   & Indoor SWAP/SELL & VENDORS.     (You may want to re-think going out to…

  • HOLIDAY PARTY TICKETS AVAILABLE!!

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    Tis the season for Holiday Parties. This year HCRA and MTARA are putting together quite the feast for those who would wish to join us. We will be back at the wonderful steaming tender in Palmer MA on Monday, December 7th, 2015. Doors open at 6, Dinner starts at 7. Tickets will be just $20ea.…

  • Next Meeting is Friday, September 4th 2015

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    Welcome to a new season of HCRA Larry (W1AST) has been hard at work obtaining guest speakers for the upcoming season. The guest speaker for the first meeting of the season on Friday, September 4th will be Fred Stefanick (N1DPM). He will be discussing EME communications and how you don’t necessarily need a massive array…

  • May 7, 2015 Board Meeting Minutes

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    BOD MINUTES May 7th 2015, IHOP Meeting called to order at 7:10 by President Ed KB1NWH, In attendance: Larry W1AST, Gary WA1MOW, Rick N1KXR, Bob K1YO, Jeff NT1K, Dave WM1B, Guests, Faye Krainson, VP W1MOR Report : Absent No Report TREASURER AA1YW Report: Absent No Report SECRETARY WM1B Any Business: Discussion of Ham Club testing…

  • Volunteers Needed For Scantic Spring Splash!

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    From Bob (W1SQ) Good Morning. The annual Scantic Spring Splash Canoe/Kayak Race is scheduled for Saturday, May 2, 2015. The group is in need of licensed Amateurs for coordination/river security. I request is to pass this email to them so they may volunteer as individuals. Hours will be from 8:30 AM to approximately 2:00 pm.…

  • Elecraft KX3 Winner Is…

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    First off, We would like to thank everyone who purchased a ticket and those who help with promoting. The money raised from this raffle goes to help the HCRA and help fund future events such as Field Day, Classes, Formal events and promoting amateur radio around the county and beyond. We would also like to…

  • QSL Card Sources

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    Did last night’s meeting want you to start making QSL cards? Here are some sources in how to obtain some QSL cards! There are many printers that are local, regional and even international. These are just some of the many places UX5UO Print – See a lot of QSL cards come from this printer. Prices…

  • Next Meeting, February 6th 2015.

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    From Larry Krainson (W1AST): Everyone still LOVES getting QSL cards in the mail. Sure LOTW works great, but the thrill of getting cards is still exciting. But, how does the QSL Bureau work? How does that batch of cards arrive at your mailbox? Come to the Friday night HCRA meeting to find out. Eric Williams,…