Author Archives: KK4ECR

Ham radio operators are saving Puerto Rico one transmission at a time

Posted on September 28, 2017 by

In times of need, Ham Radio operators are there to help.  Our own Joe Bassett, W1WCN is headed to Puerto Rico with the Red Cross to lend aid in the relief efforts. http://www.cnn.com/2017/09/27/us/puerto-rico-maria-ham-radio-operators-trnd/index.html

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Hurricane Irma Deployment Availability

Posted on September 6, 2017 by

As Hurricane Irma approaches, we want to be sure we are are ready to fill the shelters and positions that need to be staffed.  Please complete the form below and let us know if you are avaialble. Thank you for … Continue reading →

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New Florida WINLINK HF-Forwarding Gateway Opens in Crown District

Posted on September 6, 2017 by

New Florida WINLINK HF-Forwarding Gateway Opens in Crown District by Gordon Gibby KX4Z Retired cardio-thoracic nurse Ray Cook, Jr., WD4SEN of Middleburg, FL,  turned on the third WINLINK high frequency (HF) gateway in the North Florida Section in early August.   … Continue reading →

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Sign Up for the 2017 MS-150

Posted on August 10, 2017 by

It’s time to prepare for the 2017 MS-150.  This year we will be back on the full route from Sawgrass to Daytona.  It will be an awesome 2 day event on October 14 & 15.  Please use th link below … Continue reading →

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Why radio amateurs are called “HAMS”

Posted on July 29, 2017 by

(from Florida Skip Magazine – 1959) Have you ever wondered why radio amateurs are called “HAMS?” Well, it goes like this: The word “HAM” as applied to 1908 was the station CALL of the first amateur wireless stations operated by … Continue reading →

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