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Re: [BVARC] POTA MONEY

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

Of course they dont.
The funds go toward the next BVARC POTA event.

73
Chris/AC5CM
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On Feb 1, 2024, at 17:00, Eddie Runner via BVARC  wrote:


So Anthony, (Kori, Mike, BOD or anyone interested)

One thing just popped into my mind.
BVARC has been collecting  POTA DONATIONS...

As Terry always reminds our financial folks, if we get donations for something
IT MUST BE USED for that something!!

Do the funds go to KORI and ANTHONY ??

Eddie Runner (NU5K)
BVARC Life Member

On Thursday, February 1, 2024 at 04:29:07 PM CST, anthony moro via BVARC 
 wrote:


Yes it was the disrespect on the leadership level.

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[BVARC] POTA MONEY

[Eddie Runner via BVARC]

 So Anthony, (Kori, Mike, BOD or anyone interested)
One thing just popped into my mind.BVARC has been collecting  POTA DONATIONS...
As Terry always reminds our financial folks, if we get donations for something 
IT MUST BE USED for that something!! 
Do the funds go to KORI and ANTHONY ??
Eddie Runner (NU5K)BVARC Life Member
On Thursday, February 1, 2024 at 04:29:07 PM CST, anthony moro via BVARC 
 wrote:  
 
 Yes it was the disrespect on the leadership level.   
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Re: [BVARC] Fw: Changes to the POTA Event

[anthony moro via BVARC]

Yes it was the disrespect on the leadership level. This is the reason we
have decided to go back to doing things the way we used to. So I hope to
see y'all out there in the future.

On Thu, Feb 1, 2024 at 4:18 PM Eddie Runner via BVARC 
wrote:

>
> So Anthony,  TO MAKE THIS CLEAR...
> the Board *did approve* you a POTA budget of $1000 a year.
>
> BUT THATS NOT WHY you want to cut the cord between POTA and BVARC...
>
> Now I seem to understand it was
> *being disrespected by some members of the Board of Directors*..
>
> Most of thought is was about the money...
> I SEE NOW..
>
> Eddie Runner (NU5K)
> BVARC LIFE MEMBER
>
>
> On Thursday, February 1, 2024 at 03:44:18 PM CST, anthony moro via BVARC <
> bvarc@bvarc.org> wrote:
>
>
> Your email makes sense but has nothing to do with the topic at hand. I
> sent the email to let people know that we will still be doing POTA events.
> Just not with the BVARC name. We are going back to the way we did things
> when we first started things. It has nothing to do with what the BOD has
> said or done. I am only speaking for myself at this time, but I was happy
> helping HAMS during POTA. There are many reasons why we are doing the
> events without BVARC and we talked about this during WFD. I agree we need
> to try to be more professional as operators. That goes for all of us. From
> the Top Brass to the lowest man on the pole.
>
> So for everybody watching this email thread. We will give out more info on
> what Kori and I are going to be doing next.
>
>
> 
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[BVARC] Fw: Changes to the POTA Event

[Eddie Runner via BVARC]

 
  So Anthony,  TO MAKE THIS CLEAR...the Board did approve you a POTA budget of 
$1000 a year.
BUT THATS NOT WHY you want to cut the cord between POTA and BVARC...
Now I seem to understand it was 
being disrespected by some members of the Board of Directors..
Most of thought is was about the money...  I SEE NOW..
Eddie Runner (NU5K)BVARC LIFE MEMBER

On Thursday, February 1, 2024 at 03:44:18 PM CST, anthony moro via BVARC 
 wrote:  
 
 Your email makes sense but has nothing to do with the topic at hand. I sent 
the email to let people know that we will still be doing POTA events. Just not 
with the BVARC name. We are going back to the way we did things when we first 
started things. It has nothing to do with what the BOD has said or done. I am 
only speaking for myself at this time, but I was happy helping HAMS during 
POTA. There are many reasons why we are doing the events without BVARC and we 
talked about this during WFD. I agree we need to try to be more professional as 
operators. That goes for all of us. From the Top Brass to the lowest man on the 
pole. 
So for everybody watching this email thread. We will give out more info on what 
Kori and I are going to be doing next. 





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Re: [BVARC] Changes to the POTA Event

[Eddie Runner via BVARC]

 So Anthony,  TO MAKE THIS CLEAR...the Board did approve you a POTA budget of 
$1000 a year.
BUT THATS NOT WHY you want to cut the cord between POTA and BVARC...
Now I seem to understand it was 
being disrespected by some members of the Board of Directors..
Most of thought is was about the money...  I SEE NOW..
Eddie Runner (NU5K)BVARC LIFE MEMBER

On Thursday, February 1, 2024 at 03:44:18 PM CST, anthony moro via BVARC 
 wrote:  
 
 Your email makes sense but has nothing to do with the topic at hand. I sent 
the email to let people know that we will still be doing POTA events. Just not 
with the BVARC name. We are going back to the way we did things when we first 
started things. It has nothing to do with what the BOD has said or done. I am 
only speaking for myself at this time, but I was happy helping HAMS during 
POTA. There are many reasons why we are doing the events without BVARC and we 
talked about this during WFD. I agree we need to try to be more professional as 
operators. That goes for all of us. From the Top Brass to the lowest man on the 
pole. 
So for everybody watching this email thread. We will give out more info on what 
Kori and I are going to be doing next. 




  
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Re: [BVARC] Changes to the POTA Event

[anthony moro via BVARC]

My last email was directed mainly to Richard KG5YCU


On Thu, Feb 1, 2024 at 3:43 PM anthony moro  wrote:

> Your email makes sense but has nothing to do with the topic at hand. I
> sent the email to let people know that we will still be doing POTA events.
> Just not with the BVARC name. We are going back to the way we did things
> when we first started things. It has nothing to do with what the BOD has
> said or done. I am only speaking for myself at this time, but I was happy
> helping HAMS during POTA. There are many reasons why we are doing the
> events without BVARC and we talked about this during WFD. I agree we need
> to try to be more professional as operators. That goes for all of us. From
> the Top Brass to the lowest man on the pole.
>
> So for everybody watching this email thread. We will give out more info on
> what Kori and I are going to be doing next.
>
> Thanks, 73
>
> On Thu, Feb 1, 2024 at 10:47 AM Richard Bonica via BVARC 
> wrote:
>
>> OK - I have sat quiet...
>>
>> As a BVARC member, I have worked to welcome everyone. Even the strangest
>> of us.
>> I have recently heard issues and quickly went to talk to take care of
>> them. I hope that those who I have been working with are in agreement. I
>> invite anyone that disagrees to please call and tell me, I will do my best
>> to fix that.
>>
>> I have even heard bashing about me because people did not know the entire
>> story and thought they were bashing one person and actually slamming me and
>> knowing why what was happening.
>> I have talked to a few people and found that the grumbling is either a
>> misunderstanding or 2 views of the same story and not seeing each other's
>> perspective.
>>
>> Eddy, if you like - please feel free to call me, as a matter of fact, I
>> have a few questions to ask you also.
>>
>> NOTE TO ALL!  This is NOT meant as me asking Eddy in a MEAN way, I am
>> wanting to talk to Eddy as a member and I consider, after working with him
>> last year at Hamfest, a friend.
>> I hope that is true with him in return and we as a team can get through a
>> few questionable requests. If it does not -- trust me, I am not going to
>> slam him on the board.
>>
>> Also, for those that have served in the Military and Para-military, the
>> phrase, "Praise in public, punish in private." should mean something.
>>
>> I am doing this as an example member, please, if you have an issue with a
>> member (My other brother and sister radio operators) talk to them. If that
>> does not work, get another person (Not a mob) to help work with them.
>> Some day, we may need eachother weather on the radio or in life. Our
>> common interest should be what brings us together.
>>
>> And as for being example members, let me bring to your attention, we have
>> youth in this system too. Example, KI5IOC   He has been around and with
>> BVARC for 15 years. He was 3 the first time he spent an entire night
>> sleeping at the fire fields. From there, he got interested in the radios
>> and was with the group. We have a few SKs that took his hand and yanked him
>> in. Now from their example, he is trying to get his General and be a senior
>> in High School and get ready for a far away college. So let's set a good
>> example of a world where when we are too old to bark, we want to be. I have
>> not been able to get to the farmer's market due to family issues, but I am
>> trying to go and get more youth interested.
>>
>> I remember a time when we used to have field day out at the fire field
>> and we were happy to have lunch at the sametime and sit at the table eating
>> burgers, dogs, chips, and various desserts. Conversation was ALWAYS about
>> family, radios, what our homebrew project was, and who was a bigger nerd.
>> Let's get back to that. (Well.. as a proof read, Daphne and team, don't
>> stop the nice food array we have had so far.. I need to keep my Dad Bod
>> Image up... and it helps a lot when it is really good..)
>>
>> I am going to start a new BVARC challenge, TicToc influenced, go bury a
>> hatchet with someone and let's get back to what we once were. If you have
>> an issue with anyone, PATCH IT, and POST THAT
>> Also, if you see two people having an issue, don't take sides and see if
>> you can compromise.  And once again POST THAT!!!
>>
>> For all - remember, when all hell breaks loose, we as radio operators are
>> expected to be the voice of the world, we can not do that if we are not
>> talking to each other..
>>
>> If anyone has an issue with what I just wrote, feel free to call me and
>> tell me -- I am open..  If you feel like bashing me here -- fine too -- I
>> will take the hire road and not return fire. (I turn the other cheek many
>> times - gives the other one a rest)
>>
>> And for all of those who said to not get involved, sorry, these are my
>> friends and neighbors, I am not going to sit silently as I watch people be
>> bashed and exiled.
>>
>> All, have a happy rest of your day and
>> "This is KG5YCU for ID , Over and 

Re: [BVARC] Changes to the POTA Event

[anthony moro via BVARC]

Your email makes sense but has nothing to do with the topic at hand. I sent
the email to let people know that we will still be doing POTA events. Just
not with the BVARC name. We are going back to the way we did things when we
first started things. It has nothing to do with what the BOD has said or
done. I am only speaking for myself at this time, but I was happy helping
HAMS during POTA. There are many reasons why we are doing the events
without BVARC and we talked about this during WFD. I agree we need to try
to be more professional as operators. That goes for all of us. From the Top
Brass to the lowest man on the pole.

So for everybody watching this email thread. We will give out more info on
what Kori and I are going to be doing next.

Thanks, 73

On Thu, Feb 1, 2024 at 10:47 AM Richard Bonica via BVARC 
wrote:

> OK - I have sat quiet...
>
> As a BVARC member, I have worked to welcome everyone. Even the strangest
> of us.
> I have recently heard issues and quickly went to talk to take care of
> them. I hope that those who I have been working with are in agreement. I
> invite anyone that disagrees to please call and tell me, I will do my best
> to fix that.
>
> I have even heard bashing about me because people did not know the entire
> story and thought they were bashing one person and actually slamming me and
> knowing why what was happening.
> I have talked to a few people and found that the grumbling is either a
> misunderstanding or 2 views of the same story and not seeing each other's
> perspective.
>
> Eddy, if you like - please feel free to call me, as a matter of fact, I
> have a few questions to ask you also.
>
> NOTE TO ALL!  This is NOT meant as me asking Eddy in a MEAN way, I am
> wanting to talk to Eddy as a member and I consider, after working with him
> last year at Hamfest, a friend.
> I hope that is true with him in return and we as a team can get through a
> few questionable requests. If it does not -- trust me, I am not going to
> slam him on the board.
>
> Also, for those that have served in the Military and Para-military, the
> phrase, "Praise in public, punish in private." should mean something.
>
> I am doing this as an example member, please, if you have an issue with a
> member (My other brother and sister radio operators) talk to them. If that
> does not work, get another person (Not a mob) to help work with them.
> Some day, we may need eachother weather on the radio or in life. Our
> common interest should be what brings us together.
>
> And as for being example members, let me bring to your attention, we have
> youth in this system too. Example, KI5IOC   He has been around and with
> BVARC for 15 years. He was 3 the first time he spent an entire night
> sleeping at the fire fields. From there, he got interested in the radios
> and was with the group. We have a few SKs that took his hand and yanked him
> in. Now from their example, he is trying to get his General and be a senior
> in High School and get ready for a far away college. So let's set a good
> example of a world where when we are too old to bark, we want to be. I have
> not been able to get to the farmer's market due to family issues, but I am
> trying to go and get more youth interested.
>
> I remember a time when we used to have field day out at the fire field and
> we were happy to have lunch at the sametime and sit at the table eating
> burgers, dogs, chips, and various desserts. Conversation was ALWAYS about
> family, radios, what our homebrew project was, and who was a bigger nerd.
> Let's get back to that. (Well.. as a proof read, Daphne and team, don't
> stop the nice food array we have had so far.. I need to keep my Dad Bod
> Image up... and it helps a lot when it is really good..)
>
> I am going to start a new BVARC challenge, TicToc influenced, go bury a
> hatchet with someone and let's get back to what we once were. If you have
> an issue with anyone, PATCH IT, and POST THAT
> Also, if you see two people having an issue, don't take sides and see if
> you can compromise.  And once again POST THAT!!!
>
> For all - remember, when all hell breaks loose, we as radio operators are
> expected to be the voice of the world, we can not do that if we are not
> talking to each other..
>
> If anyone has an issue with what I just wrote, feel free to call me and
> tell me -- I am open..  If you feel like bashing me here -- fine too -- I
> will take the hire road and not return fire. (I turn the other cheek many
> times - gives the other one a rest)
>
> And for all of those who said to not get involved, sorry, these are my
> friends and neighbors, I am not going to sit silently as I watch people be
> bashed and exiled.
>
> All, have a happy rest of your day and
> "This is KG5YCU for ID , Over and Out ,  30 - 73" :)
>
>
> P.S. Eddy, I am writing this from your reply just because I need to talk
> to you too. nothing else.
>
> On Wed, Jan 31, 2024 at 4:48 PM Eddie Runner via BVARC 
> wrote:
>
>> Im sorry to 

[BVARC] BVARC is suffering from growing pains

[DAVID ELY via BVARC]

As a club member for several years, I've seen our membership grow 
substantially. As is often the case with a growing organization, many members 
will present, promote and disagree with a wide variety of initiatives and 
policies.  With that, occasional disagreements are unavoidable. That is why our 
BOD is charged with the club's operations. There will times when the Board may 
support an activity in a manner that is not to the liking of the initiator(s), 
but that is not to say that the initiative has no merit or benefit to the club. 
As adults, we need to remain respectful to our fellow club members. If we fail 
to do so, the club will fall into kayos and self-destruction. BVARC is a great 
club with great people.Let's all work together to make it the best amateur 
radio club possible. 
Dave - N5EKW
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Re: [BVARC] Changes to the POTA Event

[Michael Shanks via BVARC]

Just to get my two cents on Richard’s email Richard is right there’s a lot of 
people that got a lot of hurt feelings in this club and ideas if they think 
should be seen but if everybody just gets mad and bitches and complains that 
nothing gets done so we need to find some sort of compromise to where everybody 
can come together and work together because there’s plenty enough talent in 
this club that we could do amazing things if we all just work together
Sent from my iPhone

> On Feb 1, 2024, at 11:14 AM, Stephen Flowers via BVARC  
> wrote:
> 
> Hey Rudy,
> Good morning.  I agree with you, POTA is a lot of fun.  Might I suggest 
> trying POTA on CW?  To me it’s the next step in a fun & emergency 
> preparedness journey.
> 
> BTW, thank you to Kori WX5KR and Anthony W5LIC for spearheading the POTA 
> activities in our community.  
> 
> 73,
> Stephen (W2WF)
> 
>> On Jan 31, 2024, at 9:07 PM, Rudolph Ackerman via BVARC  
>> wrote:
>> 
>> I must say that POTA is what drove me to buy the HF gear I have now, POTA 
>> was the driving force for me to join this club.
>> 
>> Also if I drag my radio, battery, computer out to a park, you bet I'm going 
>> to use my call on my gear.
>> 
>> Rudy Ackerman
>> KF5QYG
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> On Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at 04:48:34 PM CST, Eddie Runner via BVARC 
>>  wrote:
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> Im sorry to hear that .. I think POTA is amazing and fills so many blanks for
>> BVARC and the Ham radio community...
>> 
>> 1) can you ever beat a beautiful day in the park
>> 2) be a catch (cause a pileup)
>> 3) Afternoon with some great friends
>> 4) opportunity to welcome new folks to HAM and to BVARC..
>> 
>> Suzanne and I bought BVARC banners and other stuff out of our own pockets
>> to help bring the POTA MASTERS in as a BVARC EVENT.. All has been working
>> great as far as I knew..
>> 
>> I have posted on this before I think,
>> but again at the last BOARD meeting there was
>> some questions about using the club call, about illegal operations and other
>> questions a board member(s) posed..even though the board did
>> set a budget to help POTA ..  the masters felt disrespected and .. well
>> 
>> The POTA MASTERS got butt hurt...
>> I dont blame them, they dont use BVARC equipment, they use their own radios
>> (and other volunteer radios)..
>> 
>> Like I said before, BVARC NEEDS POTA, more then POTA needs BVARC.
>> POTA is super popular, I think our board members and especially our PRESIDENT
>> needs to be kissin some POTA  A*S...!!  
>> 
>> These POTA guys are SUPERSTARS!
>> 
>> BVARC needs to make this a priority..
>> If you do not agree or do not understand POTA
>> please GO TO POTA EVENT..  it is true ham radio at its finest..
>> 
>> I ask our board to REALIZE how important this is,
>> buy a couple POTA radios, really make it a BVARC EVENT support these guys..
>> 
>> And I ask our POTA MASTERS to take the stupid abuse for a minute
>> and forgive the MORONS that hurt your feelings and lets have some fun..
>> 
>> Eddie Runner (NU5K)
>> in the last year a lot of folks seem to get hurt feelings.. WISE UP BOD..
>> we need to welcome folks not run them off..
>> 
>> 
>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>>  Hello all,
>>> 
>>>   I am writing this message to let everybody know about the 
>>> changes we are making to the BVARC POTA Event. We will no longer be running 
>>> the event as a BVARC (Brazos Valley Armature Radio Club) affiliated one. We 
>>> will not be doing it every month. We will however still do the event for 
>>> the city. This means we are inviting every club in the city of Houston and 
>>> beyond. We are looking into a way to let everyone know when and where we 
>>> are going to do the event. For now February the 25th is the last BVARC 
>>> sponsored POTA Event. We are looking at doing it six times out of the year. 
>>> Times will be determined by the event managers. More info to come on the 
>>> upcoming events and where to find us.
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>>  Thanks,
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>>  Your Friendly POTA Operators
>>> 
>>>  Anthony-W5LIC / Kori-WX5KR
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
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> 
> 
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> 
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Re: [BVARC] BOD Zoom Vs IN PERSON

[Eddie Runner via BVARC]

 Great Jeff,  As a Board member if you know the club has problems,(and it does) 
 maybe youcan make some changes..!!  Eddie Runner (NU5K)BVARC LIFE MEMBER
On Thursday, February 1, 2024 at 10:37:00 AM CST, Jeff Greer via BVARC 
 wrote:  
 
 If ham radio operators can't handle communicating remotely, we have a problem.

  
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Re: [BVARC] BOD Zoom Vs IN PERSON

[Eddie Runner via BVARC]

 obviously, and we do that now for regular club meetings...
but if you go to the regular meeting, while enjoying the great food and 
comraderyall the guys on ZOOM I may never know!!   I dont get to say HI, I 
dont get to ask How are you doing..!!
Eddie  (NU5K)
BVARC LIFE MEMBER 
On Thursday, February 1, 2024 at 10:29:20 AM CST, Chris Medlin 
 wrote:  
 
 
I agree that in person interaction is better than online. There is nothing 
preventing a group of people from getting together to connect to the zoom 
meeting from a single location. That would create an ideal Hybrid situation to 
allow for those who need extended neurological enhancements to communicate with 
those who may be on the road traveling or have family responsibilities that 
prevent them from spending the extra time traveling. Houston is an hour from 
Houston, and with 350+ members spread wide and far, Zoom allows any of those 
members to attend a meeting with an illness or without the extra burden of 
having to put some pants on to go somewhere.
 
  
 
The hybrid option would create a win-win for all. 
 
  
 
Chris/AC5CM
 
  
 
From: BVARC  On Behalf OfEddie Runner via BVARC
Sent: Thursday, February 1, 2024 10:12 AM
To: bvarc@bvarc.org
Cc: Eddie Runner 
Subject: [BVARC] BOD Zoom Vs IN PERSON
 
  
 
Just a simple google search says what I already know,  ZooM is LOUSY
 
  
 
 the measures of brain activity showed “increased cross-brain synchrony” and 
higher signal strength levels for in-person interaction.
 
The researchers note that in-person interaction afford us richer social context 
and better processing of facial expressions than virtual.
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
Eddie Runner (NU5K)
 
LIFE MEMBER
 
Oh here is another :
 
  
 
in-person meetings excel over virtual ones when deepening relationships, 
handling complex discussions, and fostering team building and brainstorming 
sessions. They provide the crucial human touch, non-verbal cues, and immediate 
interaction needed for these aspects of effective communication and 
collaboration.
 
  
 
if you guys wanna fail, I will wait here on the sidelines..
 
When you are gone, I will arise from your the clubs ashes andMAKE BVARC GREAT 
AGAIN...!!
 
  
 
  
 
On Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at 10:05:10 PM CST, John Holmes via BVARC 
 wrote:
 
  
 
  
 
At present I sit on the KARS BoD and we meet via Zoom, it is more convenient by 
far and just as productive. It’s not a question of laziness it’s a question of 
using modern technology to make life balances work. 
 
 
 
  
   
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Re: [BVARC] Changes to the POTA Event

[Stephen Flowers via BVARC]

Hey Rudy,
Good morning.  I agree with you, POTA is a lot of fun.  Might I suggest trying 
POTA on CW?  To me it’s the next step in a fun & emergency preparedness journey.

BTW, thank you to Kori WX5KR and Anthony W5LIC for spearheading the POTA 
activities in our community.  

73,
Stephen (W2WF)

> On Jan 31, 2024, at 9:07 PM, Rudolph Ackerman via BVARC  
> wrote:
> 
> I must say that POTA is what drove me to buy the HF gear I have now, POTA was 
> the driving force for me to join this club.
> 
> Also if I drag my radio, battery, computer out to a park, you bet I'm going 
> to use my call on my gear.
> 
> Rudy Ackerman 
> KF5QYG
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> On Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at 04:48:34 PM CST, Eddie Runner via BVARC 
>  wrote: 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> Im sorry to hear that .. I think POTA is amazing and fills so many blanks for 
> BVARC and the Ham radio community...
> 
> 1) can you ever beat a beautiful day in the park
> 2) be a catch (cause a pileup) 
> 3) Afternoon with some great friends
> 4) opportunity to welcome new folks to HAM and to BVARC..
> 
> Suzanne and I bought BVARC banners and other stuff out of our own pockets
> to help bring the POTA MASTERS in as a BVARC EVENT.. All has been working
> great as far as I knew..
> 
> I have posted on this before I think, 
> but again at the last BOARD meeting there was
> some questions about using the club call, about illegal operations and other
> questions a board member(s) posed..even though the board did
> set a budget to help POTA ..  the masters felt disrespected and .. well
> 
> The POTA MASTERS got butt hurt... 
> I dont blame them, they dont use BVARC equipment, they use their own radios
> (and other volunteer radios)..
> 
> Like I said before, BVARC NEEDS POTA, more then POTA needs BVARC.
> POTA is super popular, I think our board members and especially our PRESIDENT
> needs to be kissin some POTA  A*S...!!  
> 
> These POTA guys are SUPERSTARS!
> 
> BVARC needs to make this a priority.. 
> If you do not agree or do not understand POTA 
> please GO TO POTA EVENT..  it is true ham radio at its finest..
> 
> I ask our board to REALIZE how important this is,
> buy a couple POTA radios, really make it a BVARC EVENT support these guys.. 
> 
> And I ask our POTA MASTERS to take the stupid abuse for a minute 
> and forgive the MORONS that hurt your feelings and lets have some fun..
> 
> Eddie Runner (NU5K)
> in the last year a lot of folks seem to get hurt feelings.. WISE UP BOD..
> we need to welcome folks not run them off..
> 
> 
> 
>>   
>> 
>> 
>>   
>>   
>>   Hello all, 
>> 
>>I am writing this message to let everybody know about the 
>> changes we are making to the BVARC POTA Event. We will no longer be running 
>> the event as a BVARC (Brazos Valley Armature Radio Club) affiliated one. We 
>> will not be doing it every month. We will however still do the event for the 
>> city. This means we are inviting every club in the city of Houston and 
>> beyond. We are looking into a way to let everyone know when and where we are 
>> going to do the event. For now February the 25th is the last BVARC sponsored 
>> POTA Event. We are looking at doing it six times out of the year. Times will 
>> be determined by the event managers. More info to come on the upcoming 
>> events and where to find us. 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>>   Thanks, 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>>   Your Friendly POTA Operators 
>> 
>>   Anthony-W5LIC / Kori-WX5KR 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
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Re: [BVARC] BOD Zoom Vs IN PERSON

[N5LNK - Sean Linkenheimer via BVARC]

And just in case you are not familiar with the proper procedure in making
an amendment. Here is that process found in the By-Laws.

ARTICLE IX — AMENDMENTS

Article IX Section A

The By-Laws may be amended by a two-thirds (2/3) affirmative vote at a
general membership meeting wherein
proper notice has been given.

Article IX Section B
Proposals for amendments to the By-Laws shall be submitted in writing to
the President of the Club at least thirty
(30) days prior to a membership meeting. The Corresponding Secretary shall
include any proposed amendments in a
meeting notice mailed to members in accordance with the provision in
ARTICLE V, Section F of these By-Laws.
Regards,
Sean Linkenheimer
Recording Secretary
Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club



On Thu, Feb 1, 2024 at 10:53 AM N5LNK - Sean Linkenheimer <
sean.n5...@gmail.com> wrote:

> Here is a clip from the club's By-Laws. If any member wishes to have it
> amended we will hear arguments presented in writing that are written in a
> respectful and formal way. Once received that member(s) will have
> the opportunity to be present at the next available board meeting to make
> their motion. If a second is heard there will be discussion and the board
> will vote on the motion.
>
> Article V Section G
> Provisions applicable to meetings of the Board of Directors shall be:
> 1. The board of directors shall meet monthly on the first Thursday of the
> month at 7:30 PM at a location voted
> upon at a previous board of directors meeting unless changed by a majority
> of the board members by giving
> proper notice 7 days in advance.. Special meetings may be called by either
> a majority of the board members or the
> Chairman with 7 days notice either in writing or by verbal contact with
> each Board member.
> 2. A quorum of Board members shall be required for any definitive action
> on matters involving the Club. Such
> quorum shall be defined as a majority of eligible Board members, at least
> one (1) of whom must be an at large
> director. In determining the majority, a multiple board position holder
> shall count as one Board member.
>
> Regards,
> Sean Linkenheimer
> Recording Secretary
> Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club
>
>
>
> On Thu, Feb 1, 2024 at 10:37 AM Jeff Greer via BVARC 
> wrote:
>
>> If ham radio operators can't handle communicating remotely, we have a
>> problem.
>>
>> --
>> *From:* BVARC  on behalf of Chris Medlin via
>> BVARC 
>> *Sent:* Thursday, February 1, 2024 10:29 AM
>> *To:* BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
>> *Cc:* Chris Medlin 
>> *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] BOD Zoom Vs IN PERSON
>>
>>
>> I agree that in person interaction is better than online. There is
>> nothing preventing a group of people from getting together to connect to
>> the zoom meeting from a single location. That would create an ideal Hybrid
>> situation to allow for those who need extended neurological enhancements to
>> communicate with those who may be on the road traveling or have family
>> responsibilities that prevent them from spending the extra time traveling.
>> Houston is an hour from Houston, and with 350+ members spread wide and far,
>> Zoom allows any of those members to attend a meeting with an illness or
>> without the extra burden of having to put some pants on to go somewhere.
>>
>>
>>
>> The hybrid option would create a win-win for all.
>>
>>
>>
>> Chris/AC5CM
>>
>>
>>
>> *From:* BVARC  *On Behalf Of *Eddie Runner via
>> BVARC
>> *Sent:* Thursday, February 1, 2024 10:12 AM
>> *To:* bvarc@bvarc.org
>> *Cc:* Eddie Runner 
>> *Subject:* [BVARC] BOD Zoom Vs IN PERSON
>>
>>
>>
>> Just a simple google search says what I already know,  ZooM is LOUSY
>>
>>
>>
>> * the measures of brain activity showed “increased cross-brain synchrony”
>> and higher signal strength levels for in-person interaction.*
>>
>> *The researchers note that **in-person interaction afford us richer
>> social context and better processing of facial expressions than virtual*
>> *.*
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> Eddie Runner (NU5K)
>>
>> LIFE MEMBER
>>
>> Oh here is another :
>>
>>
>>
>> *in-person meetings excel over virtual ones when deepening relationships,
>> handling complex discussions, and fostering team building and brainstorming
>> sessions**. They provide the crucial human touch, non-verbal cues, and
>> immediate interaction needed for these aspects of effective communication
>> and collaboration.*
>>
>>
>>
>> if you guys wanna fail, I will wait here on the sidelines..
>>
>> When you are gone, I will arise from your the clubs ashes and *MAKE
>> BVARC GREAT AGAIN...!!*
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> On Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at 10:05:10 PM CST, John Holmes via BVARC <
>> bvarc@bvarc.org> wrote:
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> At present I sit on the KARS BoD and we meet via Zoom, it is more
>> convenient by far and just as productive. It’s not a question of laziness
>> it’s a question of using modern technology to make life balances work.
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> 

Re: [BVARC] BOD Zoom Vs IN PERSON

[Richard Bonica via BVARC]

Jeff... Want to thank you - I never thought of that..
With that said, we need to meet together for our net nights... :)

Let's see - Monday night net in what - George Bush Park, should be enough
space for 16 antennas and still see each other.

On Thu, Feb 1, 2024 at 10:37 AM Jeff Greer via BVARC 
wrote:

> If ham radio operators can't handle communicating remotely, we have a
> problem.
>
> --
> *From:* BVARC  on behalf of Chris Medlin via
> BVARC 
> *Sent:* Thursday, February 1, 2024 10:29 AM
> *To:* BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
> *Cc:* Chris Medlin 
> *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] BOD Zoom Vs IN PERSON
>
>
> I agree that in person interaction is better than online. There is nothing
> preventing a group of people from getting together to connect to the zoom
> meeting from a single location. That would create an ideal Hybrid situation
> to allow for those who need extended neurological enhancements to
> communicate with those who may be on the road traveling or have family
> responsibilities that prevent them from spending the extra time traveling.
> Houston is an hour from Houston, and with 350+ members spread wide and far,
> Zoom allows any of those members to attend a meeting with an illness or
> without the extra burden of having to put some pants on to go somewhere.
>
>
>
> The hybrid option would create a win-win for all.
>
>
>
> Chris/AC5CM
>
>
>
> *From:* BVARC  *On Behalf Of *Eddie Runner via
> BVARC
> *Sent:* Thursday, February 1, 2024 10:12 AM
> *To:* bvarc@bvarc.org
> *Cc:* Eddie Runner 
> *Subject:* [BVARC] BOD Zoom Vs IN PERSON
>
>
>
> Just a simple google search says what I already know,  ZooM is LOUSY
>
>
>
> * the measures of brain activity showed “increased cross-brain synchrony”
> and higher signal strength levels for in-person interaction.*
>
> *The researchers note that **in-person interaction afford us richer
> social context and better processing of facial expressions than virtual*
> *.*
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> Eddie Runner (NU5K)
>
> LIFE MEMBER
>
> Oh here is another :
>
>
>
> *in-person meetings excel over virtual ones when deepening relationships,
> handling complex discussions, and fostering team building and brainstorming
> sessions**. They provide the crucial human touch, non-verbal cues, and
> immediate interaction needed for these aspects of effective communication
> and collaboration.*
>
>
>
> if you guys wanna fail, I will wait here on the sidelines..
>
> When you are gone, I will arise from your the clubs ashes and *MAKE BVARC
> GREAT AGAIN...!!*
>
>
>
>
>
> On Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at 10:05:10 PM CST, John Holmes via BVARC <
> bvarc@bvarc.org> wrote:
>
>
>
>
>
> At present I sit on the KARS BoD and we meet via Zoom, it is more
> convenient by far and just as productive. It’s not a question of laziness
> it’s a question of using modern technology to make life balances work.
>
>
>
>
> 
> Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club
>
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> http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org
> Publicly available archives are available here:
> https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc@bvarc.org/
>


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Re: [BVARC] BOD Zoom Vs IN PERSON

[N5LNK - Sean Linkenheimer via BVARC]

Here is a clip from the club's By-Laws. If any member wishes to have it
amended we will hear arguments presented in writing that are written in a
respectful and formal way. Once received that member(s) will have
the opportunity to be present at the next available board meeting to make
their motion. If a second is heard there will be discussion and the board
will vote on the motion.

Article V Section G
Provisions applicable to meetings of the Board of Directors shall be:
1. The board of directors shall meet monthly on the first Thursday of the
month at 7:30 PM at a location voted
upon at a previous board of directors meeting unless changed by a majority
of the board members by giving
proper notice 7 days in advance.. Special meetings may be called by either
a majority of the board members or the
Chairman with 7 days notice either in writing or by verbal contact with
each Board member.
2. A quorum of Board members shall be required for any definitive action on
matters involving the Club. Such
quorum shall be defined as a majority of eligible Board members, at least
one (1) of whom must be an at large
director. In determining the majority, a multiple board position holder
shall count as one Board member.

Regards,
Sean Linkenheimer
Recording Secretary
Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club



On Thu, Feb 1, 2024 at 10:37 AM Jeff Greer via BVARC 
wrote:

> If ham radio operators can't handle communicating remotely, we have a
> problem.
>
> --
> *From:* BVARC  on behalf of Chris Medlin via
> BVARC 
> *Sent:* Thursday, February 1, 2024 10:29 AM
> *To:* BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
> *Cc:* Chris Medlin 
> *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] BOD Zoom Vs IN PERSON
>
>
> I agree that in person interaction is better than online. There is nothing
> preventing a group of people from getting together to connect to the zoom
> meeting from a single location. That would create an ideal Hybrid situation
> to allow for those who need extended neurological enhancements to
> communicate with those who may be on the road traveling or have family
> responsibilities that prevent them from spending the extra time traveling.
> Houston is an hour from Houston, and with 350+ members spread wide and far,
> Zoom allows any of those members to attend a meeting with an illness or
> without the extra burden of having to put some pants on to go somewhere.
>
>
>
> The hybrid option would create a win-win for all.
>
>
>
> Chris/AC5CM
>
>
>
> *From:* BVARC  *On Behalf Of *Eddie Runner via
> BVARC
> *Sent:* Thursday, February 1, 2024 10:12 AM
> *To:* bvarc@bvarc.org
> *Cc:* Eddie Runner 
> *Subject:* [BVARC] BOD Zoom Vs IN PERSON
>
>
>
> Just a simple google search says what I already know,  ZooM is LOUSY
>
>
>
> * the measures of brain activity showed “increased cross-brain synchrony”
> and higher signal strength levels for in-person interaction.*
>
> *The researchers note that **in-person interaction afford us richer
> social context and better processing of facial expressions than virtual*
> *.*
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> Eddie Runner (NU5K)
>
> LIFE MEMBER
>
> Oh here is another :
>
>
>
> *in-person meetings excel over virtual ones when deepening relationships,
> handling complex discussions, and fostering team building and brainstorming
> sessions**. They provide the crucial human touch, non-verbal cues, and
> immediate interaction needed for these aspects of effective communication
> and collaboration.*
>
>
>
> if you guys wanna fail, I will wait here on the sidelines..
>
> When you are gone, I will arise from your the clubs ashes and *MAKE BVARC
> GREAT AGAIN...!!*
>
>
>
>
>
> On Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at 10:05:10 PM CST, John Holmes via BVARC <
> bvarc@bvarc.org> wrote:
>
>
>
>
>
> At present I sit on the KARS BoD and we meet via Zoom, it is more
> convenient by far and just as productive. It’s not a question of laziness
> it’s a question of using modern technology to make life balances work.
>
>
>
>
> 
> Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club
>
> BVARC mailing list
> BVARC@bvarc.org
> http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org
> Publicly available archives are available here:
> https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc@bvarc.org/
>

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Re: [BVARC] Changes to the POTA Event

[Richard Bonica via BVARC]

OK - I have sat quiet...

As a BVARC member, I have worked to welcome everyone. Even the strangest of
us.
I have recently heard issues and quickly went to talk to take care of them.
I hope that those who I have been working with are in agreement. I invite
anyone that disagrees to please call and tell me, I will do my best to fix
that.

I have even heard bashing about me because people did not know the entire
story and thought they were bashing one person and actually slamming me and
knowing why what was happening.
I have talked to a few people and found that the grumbling is either a
misunderstanding or 2 views of the same story and not seeing each other's
perspective.

Eddy, if you like - please feel free to call me, as a matter of fact, I
have a few questions to ask you also.

NOTE TO ALL!  This is NOT meant as me asking Eddy in a MEAN way, I am
wanting to talk to Eddy as a member and I consider, after working with him
last year at Hamfest, a friend.
I hope that is true with him in return and we as a team can get through a
few questionable requests. If it does not -- trust me, I am not going to
slam him on the board.

Also, for those that have served in the Military and Para-military, the
phrase, "Praise in public, punish in private." should mean something.

I am doing this as an example member, please, if you have an issue with a
member (My other brother and sister radio operators) talk to them. If that
does not work, get another person (Not a mob) to help work with them.
Some day, we may need eachother weather on the radio or in life. Our common
interest should be what brings us together.

And as for being example members, let me bring to your attention, we have
youth in this system too. Example, KI5IOC   He has been around and with
BVARC for 15 years. He was 3 the first time he spent an entire night
sleeping at the fire fields. From there, he got interested in the radios
and was with the group. We have a few SKs that took his hand and yanked him
in. Now from their example, he is trying to get his General and be a senior
in High School and get ready for a far away college. So let's set a good
example of a world where when we are too old to bark, we want to be. I have
not been able to get to the farmer's market due to family issues, but I am
trying to go and get more youth interested.

I remember a time when we used to have field day out at the fire field and
we were happy to have lunch at the sametime and sit at the table eating
burgers, dogs, chips, and various desserts. Conversation was ALWAYS about
family, radios, what our homebrew project was, and who was a bigger nerd.
Let's get back to that. (Well.. as a proof read, Daphne and team, don't
stop the nice food array we have had so far.. I need to keep my Dad Bod
Image up... and it helps a lot when it is really good..)

I am going to start a new BVARC challenge, TicToc influenced, go bury a
hatchet with someone and let's get back to what we once were. If you have
an issue with anyone, PATCH IT, and POST THAT
Also, if you see two people having an issue, don't take sides and see if
you can compromise.  And once again POST THAT!!!

For all - remember, when all hell breaks loose, we as radio operators are
expected to be the voice of the world, we can not do that if we are not
talking to each other..

If anyone has an issue with what I just wrote, feel free to call me and
tell me -- I am open..  If you feel like bashing me here -- fine too -- I
will take the hire road and not return fire. (I turn the other cheek many
times - gives the other one a rest)

And for all of those who said to not get involved, sorry, these are my
friends and neighbors, I am not going to sit silently as I watch people be
bashed and exiled.

All, have a happy rest of your day and
"This is KG5YCU for ID , Over and Out ,  30 - 73" :)


P.S. Eddy, I am writing this from your reply just because I need to talk to
you too. nothing else.

On Wed, Jan 31, 2024 at 4:48 PM Eddie Runner via BVARC 
wrote:

> Im sorry to hear that .. I think POTA is amazing and fills so many blanks
> for
> BVARC and the Ham radio community...
>
> 1) can you ever beat a beautiful day in the park
> 2) be a catch (cause a pileup)
> 3) Afternoon with some great friends
> 4) opportunity to welcome new folks to HAM and to BVARC..
>
> Suzanne and I bought BVARC banners and other stuff out of our own pockets
> to help bring the POTA MASTERS in as a BVARC EVENT.. All has been working
> great as far as I knew..
>
> I have posted on this before I think,
> but again at the last BOARD meeting there was
> some questions about using the club call, about illegal operations and
> other
> questions a board member(s) posed..even though the board did
> set a budget to help POTA ..  the masters felt disrespected and .. well
>
> The POTA MASTERS got butt hurt...
> I dont blame them, they dont use BVARC equipment, they use their own radios
> (and other volunteer radios)..
>
> Like I said before, BVARC NEEDS POTA, 

Re: [BVARC] BOD Zoom Vs IN PERSON

[Jeff Greer via BVARC]

If ham radio operators can't handle communicating remotely, we have a problem.


From: BVARC  on behalf of Chris Medlin via BVARC 

Sent: Thursday, February 1, 2024 10:29 AM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
Cc: Chris Medlin 
Subject: Re: [BVARC] BOD Zoom Vs IN PERSON


I agree that in person interaction is better than online. There is nothing 
preventing a group of people from getting together to connect to the zoom 
meeting from a single location. That would create an ideal Hybrid situation to 
allow for those who need extended neurological enhancements to communicate with 
those who may be on the road traveling or have family responsibilities that 
prevent them from spending the extra time traveling. Houston is an hour from 
Houston, and with 350+ members spread wide and far, Zoom allows any of those 
members to attend a meeting with an illness or without the extra burden of 
having to put some pants on to go somewhere.



The hybrid option would create a win-win for all.



Chris/AC5CM



From: BVARC  On Behalf Of Eddie Runner via BVARC
Sent: Thursday, February 1, 2024 10:12 AM
To: bvarc@bvarc.org
Cc: Eddie Runner 
Subject: [BVARC] BOD Zoom Vs IN PERSON



Just a simple google search says what I already know,  ZooM is LOUSY



 the measures of brain activity showed “increased cross-brain synchrony” and 
higher signal strength levels for in-person interaction.

The researchers note that in-person interaction afford us richer social context 
and better processing of facial expressions than virtual.







Eddie Runner (NU5K)

LIFE MEMBER

Oh here is another :



in-person meetings excel over virtual ones when deepening relationships, 
handling complex discussions, and fostering team building and brainstorming 
sessions. They provide the crucial human touch, non-verbal cues, and immediate 
interaction needed for these aspects of effective communication and 
collaboration.



if you guys wanna fail, I will wait here on the sidelines..

When you are gone, I will arise from your the clubs ashes and MAKE BVARC GREAT 
AGAIN...!!





On Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at 10:05:10 PM CST, John Holmes via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:





At present I sit on the KARS BoD and we meet via Zoom, it is more convenient by 
far and just as productive. It’s not a question of laziness it’s a question of 
using modern technology to make life balances work.





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Re: [BVARC] BOD Zoom Vs IN PERSON

[Chris Medlin via BVARC]

I agree that in person interaction is better than online. There is nothing 
preventing a group of people from getting together to connect to the zoom 
meeting from a single location. That would create an ideal Hybrid situation to 
allow for those who need extended neurological enhancements to communicate with 
those who may be on the road traveling or have family responsibilities that 
prevent them from spending the extra time traveling. Houston is an hour from 
Houston, and with 350+ members spread wide and far, Zoom allows any of those 
members to attend a meeting with an illness or without the extra burden of 
having to put some pants on to go somewhere.

The hybrid option would create a win-win for all.

Chris/AC5CM

From: BVARC  On Behalf Of Eddie Runner via BVARC
Sent: Thursday, February 1, 2024 10:12 AM
To: bvarc@bvarc.org
Cc: Eddie Runner 
Subject: [BVARC] BOD Zoom Vs IN PERSON

Just a simple google search says what I already know,  ZooM is LOUSY

 the measures of brain activity showed “increased cross-brain synchrony” and 
higher signal strength levels for in-person interaction.
The researchers note that in-person interaction afford us richer social context 
and better processing of facial expressions than virtual.



Eddie Runner (NU5K)
LIFE MEMBER
Oh here is another :

in-person meetings excel over virtual ones when deepening relationships, 
handling complex discussions, and fostering team building and brainstorming 
sessions. They provide the crucial human touch, non-verbal cues, and immediate 
interaction needed for these aspects of effective communication and 
collaboration.

if you guys wanna fail, I will wait here on the sidelines..
When you are gone, I will arise from your the clubs ashes and MAKE BVARC GREAT 
AGAIN...!!


On Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at 10:05:10 PM CST, John Holmes via BVARC 
mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>> wrote:



At present I sit on the KARS BoD and we meet via Zoom, it is more convenient by 
far and just as productive. It’s not a question of laziness it’s a question of 
using modern technology to make life balances work.





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[BVARC] BOD Zoom Vs IN PERSON

[Eddie Runner via BVARC]

 Just a simple google search says what I already know,  ZooM is LOUSY
 the measures of brain activity showed “increased cross-brain synchrony” and 
higher signal strength levels for in-person interaction. 

The researchers note that in-person interaction afford us richer social context 
and better processing of facial expressions than virtual.



Eddie Runner (NU5K)LIFE MEMBEROh here is another :
in-person meetings excel over virtual ones when deepening relationships, 
handling complex discussions, and fostering team building and brainstorming 
sessions. They provide the crucial human touch, non-verbal cues, and immediate 
interaction needed for these aspects of effective communication and 
collaboration.

if you guys wanna fail, I will wait here on the sidelines..When you are gone, I 
will arise from your the clubs ashes and MAKE BVARC GREAT AGAIN...!!

On Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at 10:05:10 PM CST, John Holmes via BVARC 
 wrote:
 
 
 
At present I sit on the KARS BoD and we meet via Zoom, it is more convenient by 
far and just as productive. It’s not a question of laziness it’s a question of 
using modern technology to make life balances work. 
 
  
 


  
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[BVARC] The Hamfest Equipment Check Table signup sheet is now on-line.

[John Chauvin via BVARC]

Here is a Hamfest event that you can participate in that isfun, productive, 
sedentary, done at your convenience and you will be doing agood thing. 
This is a free service for Hamfest attendees who want to buysome used equipment 
from a table vendor (or tailgater) but are reluctantbecause they are not sure 
if it works. BVARC sets up tables with various test equipment for testing used 
equipment.  Basic tests are performed to see if it isgenerally alive and 
generally functional.  These are not comprehensivetests as we neither have the 
time, equipment, the expertise nor the space totest to full factory 
specifications.  Ourmotto is “We test to 3db above DOA.”  Wejust want to help 
the buyer assure himself that the equipment is generally OK,but don’t guarantee 
that all functions (some with 99 options on one drop down) arefully functional.

You don't need a PhD in Physics to participate at the table. Depending on your 
skill level, there is a complete spectrum of tests that canbe performed and 
that need doing which are above and below your skilllevels.  You will find your 
slot: You might also learn something.  We also need staffers that don’t do 
anytesting but generally assist and generally chat with the attendees.

Here is an interesting story:  5 or 6 years ago, I wascruising the tailgate 
section of this Hamfest and saw a piece of equipment thatI was interested in.  
We negotiated a price and I asked if I could take itto the Equipment Check 
Table.  The guy asked, "Do they have anEquipment Check Table?"  I said "yes."  
He immediatelyceased the conversation, secured his goods and drove away.  Was 
there amessage there?

The time slots are in 1 hour blocks.  We ask that youtry to assist for a couple 
of hours each day (not necessarily consecutive hours) that you are in 
attendance but only 1 hour is OK.  Furthermore, during slow times, if (for 
example) you want to double check something yousaw, just let others staffing 
the table know that you are quickly running overto that vendor to evaluate and 
consider it further.  Hopefully youpromptly return with a piece of equipment to 
test.  Testing activity comesin fits and spurts.
Please sign up now at: 
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1sunqH0IRHJ6R1PBh_3OTZC-QOPeiBzPuTA5biXjeP_E/edit#gid=102312394
 
If you have further questions, please do not “reply to all” nor via the 
reflector.  Instead, please inquire directly to me at k5...@yahoo.com

I hope to see your call letters on the signup sheet soon. 

Tnx es 73de John, K5IZO


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Re: [BVARC] simple 1/2 wave and 5/8 wave coaxial verticals

[Suggs, Marvin (KTRK-TV) via BVARC]

Sent from my iPhone

On Dec 3, 2023, at 10:41 AM, Gary Sitton via BVARC  wrote:



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Regarding recent conversations on 5/8 wave vertical antennas:

https://vk2zoi.com/flower-pots/

Open this website with a browser and open one of the articles

on "Double 5/8 Flower Pot" verticals.   This 5/8 wave vertical dipole

may be constructed using some RG-59 coax and a bit of soldering.

The antenna uses the coax itself to form 1/4 wave sleeve transformers

to convert the dipole's 100 ohm feed point to 50 ohms.  The coil of

RG-59 is used to choke off the sneak RF path on the outer portion of

the coax.  It takes a bit of thought to understand this system but it

actually works well.  The entire antenna should be covered using a

1" section of PVC as shown else the SWR will rise when it gets wet.

I have implemented the simpler 1/2 wave "Flower Pot" vertical using

RG-8X coax for my 2 mtr. base station antenna.  I currently use a  QRO

1/2 wave vertical dipole on 20 mtrs. using the same principle.

73,
Gary Sitton, K5AMH
gasit...@comcast.net


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