[BVARC] Museum Ships Weekend is a GO

 We just cleared the last hurdle, and all systems are go for MSWE 2024 beginning Friday, 9 days from now. We got the last permission and as you know, the bridge has been reopened since Saturday night. You should receive an update from Mark Janzer, K5MGJ, with more particulars in a couple

[BVARC] Oops, I sent it to the reflector

So all you saw my commending Richard for his approach to Field Day.  I accidentally sent it to the reflector.  So join me in looking forward to Field Day and, as mentioned, Museum Ships Weekend assuming the bridge is reopened in time. Tnx,John

Re: [BVARC] Field day question

Richard,I am responding only to you with a c.c. to Mike Hardwick.  I hate it when people needlessly "reply to all." Not only do I not have a problem with your having a class at Field Day but I think it is a superb idea.  After all, FD is supposedly an emergency preparedness event.  However, it

Re: [BVARC] Easter Island DXpedition live now FT8 12m

I worked them last Friday, the 26th, at 5AM CDT on 40M - CW.  I haven't tried again since then to get other bands. Tnx es 73de John On Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 07:50:03 PM CDT, Stephen Flowers via BVARC wrote: Hey André,Yes, 12m FT8 was dead earlier today.  Then 3G0YA called and the

Re: [BVARC] Volunteers Needed - Greater Houston HamFest

BVARC does not want to be put into a position of judging how much volunteer time is required to get free admission:  Is it 15 minutes; 2 hours; 8 hours; a 5 day work week; longer?  BVARC does not "pay" members to provide their time to help BVARC.  It is a "volunteer" organization. 

[BVARC] Power Pole to Power Pole and Banana - Banana jumpers needed for the Equipment Check Table

Can someone lend BVARC 3 or 4 sets of Power Pole to Power Pole and Banana to Banaana jumpers for use at the equipment check table?  All ratings are welcome; lengths of 3-6' preferred, but I'm not picky.  Contact me as cited below. If you are interested in helping at the Equipment Check Table,

Re: [BVARC] Vice President's Update February 2024

Kori, Your e-mail below was superb.  I like what you are doing. I just put POTA on my calendar.  Maybe the barrage of e-mails of the past week will do POTA some good.  I had one "active" member ask me "What is POTA?"  I felt like answering "What planet have you been on" but I just let it slide. 

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

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

[BVARC] Prompt action has been requested on a pending ARRL motion regarding the mailed copies of QST.

To: BVARC Reflector Recipients who are ARRL members, Note: There are 3 ARRL motions being considered, one of which is the "Gag Order."  This e-mail today only addresses the one regarding QST. If you are a member of ARRL and in the West Gulf Division, you received John Stratton’s(ARRL West Gulf

[BVARC] To asspiring casual and intermediate CW operators -give the laid-back NAQP a try this weekend

To any one even slightly interested in operating CW: Are you reluctant to participate in a "contest?"  Indeed some are intimidating, however the NAQP this weekend is user friendly and has many features that allow the beginner and intermediate operators to achieve a respectable amount of

[BVARC] IC-7300 Remoteing

Has anyone successfully implemented the Icom Software (typ. RS-BA1 or any other) on the IC-7300?.  Please reply to ONLY me before I embark on that mission. Tnx es 73de John, K5IZO Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org

[BVARC] Anyone have a small - 14", 17" max monitor they want to unload?

My laptop at my lake cabin that I use for datalogging died but I have another old laptop, with a bad screen.  The laptop drives a working monitor OK.  I'll take a fully working 14-17" monitor for the right price.This email was sent via the reflector; Please do not do a "reply" or "reply to all"

[BVARC] Free Samsung B/W Toner Cartridges - New, in box - Free

My Samsung printer died, and thank's to HP killing the Samsung Printer line after acquisition, I could not get drivers and other customer support.  Thus I have 2 new, in-box printer B cartridges. U-HAUL. The box says for: ML-1610/ ML-1615 Series/ ML-2010/ ML-2010R/  ML-2010P/ ML-2010PR/

[BVARC] Added info: Re: Vice President's Update for May 2023

To all, Thank you Kori for a great rundown of BVARC activities in May.  Hopefully many members take advantage of some of these opportunities to get out, operate, socialize and generally participate as they may. Since Kori mentions a June event, Field Day, I wish to also point out another

Re: [BVARC] Postal Rates

Thanks, More reason to go all e-copy on the BEACON! IZO On Sunday, April 16, 2023 at 11:26:27 PM CDT, Scott Medbury via BVARC wrote: It has been announced that first  class postage will  be rising to $.66 on July 9th. Scott KD5FBA 

[BVARC] Walter Bazarsky's (W5KFL) funeral arrangements

Walter's funeral will be on Friday at 1PM at Beth Yeshurun Cemetery (1037 North Post Oak Road). John Chauvin, K5IZO.   Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org

[BVARC] Walter Bazarsky, W5KFL, SK

Walter's wife, Pam, just informed me that Walter passed away last night.  She asked me to keep his ham friends informed.  Please do not contact them.  She will immediately advise me of the services and other details when known: I will then promptly post this on the Reflector. John Chauvin,

[BVARC] Dim bulb current limiting power supply

. Always warn people, plugging in old equipment that had not been fired up in several years can result in expensive damage if the caps are bad, Robert   From: BVARC On Behalf Of John Chauvin via BVARC Sent: Wednesday, March 01, 2023 8:13 PM To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB Cc: John

[BVARC] Here is a relaxing, fun, educational, highly beneficial and "good for you and ham radio" way to spend an hour or two at the Hamfest

In order to provide attendees the opportunity to see if the used equipment that they are about to purchase is working, BVARC provides a service at the Equipment Check Table to do basic tests on the equipment.  This is not a verification that the equipment fully performs properly, but should

[BVARC] A good, easy, relaxing way to help for 1 or 2 hours at the Hamfest and do "a good thing."

Do you know about the Equipment Check Table?  BVARC has a staffed table with basic test equipment where we perform basic tests on used equipment that attendees are thinking of buying.  The prospective purchaser can ask the seller if they can bring it to the check table to verify that at least

[BVARC] A fun opportunity to help at the Greater Houston Hamfest

Hello BVARCers and other hams, Here is an enjoyable activity you can take part in to help make the Greater Houston Hamfest a fantastic success.  The Equipment Check Table needs staffing of hams to casually test equipment that potential buyers at the flea market are considering.  You don't need

Re: [BVARC] Special Events Station

It "took."  C U There.Any questions, contact JP Pritchard.  His contact info is on the BVARC web site.  See the link on the Home Page - Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club | Ham Radio Houston Texas | BVARC   Tnx, John, K5IZO On Saturday, February 18, 2023 at 10:12:11 AM CST, Allen Stallings

Re: [BVARC] No General Membership Meeting: Yes, Hamfest Zoom meeting tonight

ial media is the only channel to recruitment.   John, KI5HOC On Thu, Jan 12, 2023 at 11:46 AM John Chauvin via BVARC wrote: As per precedent, because of the banquet, there will be no General Membership Meeting this month (would have been tonight).  Therefore, how about participating in the Ha

[BVARC] No General Membership Meeting: Yes, Hamfest Zoom meeting tonight

As per precedent, because of the banquet, there will be no General Membership Meeting this month (would have been tonight).  Therefore, how about participating in the Hamfest Zoom meeting tonight.  No, it's not a recruiting session, but any volunteers will be heard.  Since you received this

[BVARC] BVARC Meeting tonight is BOTH In-Person and via Zoom

Remember, the BVARC General Membership meeting tonight can be attended either in-person or via zoom.  For the in-person it will be at the Fire Station as we have had in recent months.  Thefeatured speaker will be Bob Heil, K9EID, via Zoom. Mr. Heil founded and owns Heil Sound.  

Re: [BVARC] Genset Service?

I agree with Mike Knedr, as I have used SW Fertilizer for such repairs for at least 2 decades.  They always tell you up front that it will take longer than they actually wind up taking (others estimate more quickly than they wind up actually taking).  Pricing is fair and they are

Re: [BVARC] The BVARC BEACON – A Critical State

Oops, I failed to see that my return went out to all.  It was only intended for Mike Knedr.REgardless, Eddie says it quite nicely. Tnx,John, K5IZO On Saturday, October 8, 2022 at 01:04:15 PM CDT, John Chauvin wrote: Thanks, I'll put you on the list of those that I will send an

Re: [BVARC] The BVARC BEACON – A Critical State

Thanks, I'll put you on the list of those that I will send an outline of the requirements for.  This is NOT pros and cons; It is just what it takes to do the job.  Look for it in a day or two. Tnx,John, K5IZO On Saturday, October 8, 2022 at 10:08:12 AM CDT, Mike Knedr via BVARC wrote:

[BVARC] Have you thought about contests but were unsure? The NAQP this weekend is a fun starter!

If so, the North American QSO Party this weekend is perfect for you. 1 - For most participants, it is a non-competitive event, including myself, who has been doing contests for 20 years.2 - All participants are limited to 100 watts, so if not having had an amp has been a concern, then "here you

Re: [BVARC] IARU K5IZO Results

, I’ll be there at Lunch Bunch. Sent from my iPhone On Jul 10, 2022, at 10:03 AM, Ambrose E Fawcett III via BVARC wrote: Congratulations John, now come to next Wednesday's Lunch Bunch and tell us in person how you did it! PumpWA5CYI -Original Message- From: John Chauvin via BVARC

[BVARC] IARU K5IZO Results

I finally got back into the contest mode after about a year, albeit it was my usual laid back participation.  It was from my home (not the lake house) where I have this useless vertical; I just as well use 2 tin cans and a string when I try to run.  So, except for about 5Qs, these were all S

[BVARC] Info on Ross Lawler, W5HFF, services tomorrow

Apparently everyone did not get the info on Ross Lawler's services. Everything takes place tomorrow, Wednesday, April 6.9 AM      Viewing,  Davis Greenlawn Funeral Chapel, 3900 B F Terry Blvd, Rosenberg, TX 7747110 AM    Service, same as above.2:30 PM  Graveside, Martindale, TX Respectfully,John

[BVARC] Ross Lawler, W5HFF, viewing and services info

The viewing and services information for Ross Lawler, W5HFF, is as follows: Wednesday, April 6  9:00 AM.   Viewing at Davis Greenlawn Funeral Chapel, 3900 B F Terry Blvd, Rosenberg, TX 7747110:00 AM.   Service.  Same location  2:30 PM.   Graveside.  Martindale, TX Respectfully, John Chauvin,

[BVARC] Ross Lawler, W5HFF, SK

With great sorrow, I am informing you that Ross Lawler, W5HFF,is a Silent Key.  Services are scheduledfor Wednesday morning, April 6.  Further detailswill be provided via this BVARC Reflector as soon as they are available. John Chauvin, K5IZO

Re: [BVARC] Museum Ships - Work Week Nov. 7th-13th

Really sounds GREAT!  Count me IN! John, K5IZO On Friday, October 8, 2021, 11:35:22 AM CDT, mark janzer via BVARC wrote: Associated with the work week below - we're hoping to gather up a few BVARCians, as a separate crew, to help with getting the Cavalla HF antenna operational.If

Re: [BVARC] GQRP annual virtual convention, Sept 4-5

My linear doesn't tune down to QRP.IZO On Thursday, September 2, 2021, 09:47:29 AM CDT, mark janzer via BVARC wrote: This weekend!  It's a worldwide event, speakers from UK, US, India and New Zealand.About 700 currently registered to attend. Free to GQRP members: GQRP Club - Low

Re: [BVARC] New HAM needs assistance tuning a Butternut HV9V Antenna

Mark, I checked for you on the BVARC Roster and do not see you there.  In what part of Houston Metro do you live?If you haven't joined BVARC, I suggest that you do.  There is a huge wealth of such knowledge among the members. John, K5IZO On Tuesday, August 24, 2021, 04:49:02 AM CDT, Mark

Re: [BVARC] Museum Ships Coordination meeting - was tonight (postponed)

OK, I never heard from you about "a chat" but I guess we have more time now. FYI, Priss is having a hip replacement on June 1.  So I can probably go there Friday, Saturday and/or Sunday for a while, but regretfully I'm sure I won't be able to pull a 48 hour shift.  This is a personal let down

Re: [BVARC] IC-746 and IC-7300 boxes, like new, free

  From: BVARC On Behalf Of John Chauvin via BVARC Sent: Sunday, December 6, 2020 5:10 PM To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB Cc: John Chauvin Subject: [BVARC] IC-746 and IC-7300 boxes, like new, free   I'm cleaning out some storage.  I want these boxes to be gone ASAP.  Reply directly to me

[BVARC] IC-746 and IC-7300 boxes, like new, free

I'm cleaning out some storage.  I want these boxes to be gone ASAP.  Reply directly to me if you want one.Otherwise, hey will be in the Harris County Landfill on Tuesday.  The 746 box should fit the 746 Pro.   Tnx es 73de John, K5IZO Brazos Valley

Re: [BVARC] SSB contest today starting at 1 pm.

I'm already on Frequency!T-minus 74 minutes. IZO On Saturday, August 15, 2020, 10:16:55 AM CDT, Nizar Mullani via BVARC wrote: We need some Q’s and multipliers on 10 and 15 meters. I will be calling CQ on 28.488 MHz starting at 1 pm for about half hour. Call me or other Hams you

[BVARC] Correcting phone # type - - Re: Need to borrow a headset w/ footswitch

The correct phone number is 281-216-4158. On Friday, August 14, 2020, 09:30:12 AM CDT, John Chauvin via BVARC wrote: I am trying to borrow a headset and footswitch for a fellow ham to use in the NAQP-SSB contest this weekend.  The rig connecor has to be the 8 pin connector

[BVARC] Need to borrow a headset w/ footswitch

I am trying to borrow a headset and footswitch for a fellow ham to use in the NAQP-SSB contest this weekend.  The rig connecor has to be the 8 pin connector for an Icom. Please reply directly back to me at k5...@yahoo.com (not "reply" or "reply to") if you can provide one.  Also, you can call

Re: [BVARC] Matry AG5T - Amplifier

So is Marty still at it or did you just send this as a holdover from your "helping" him months back?  He didn't respond to my fair offer of a few months ago.  I didn't pursue it further based your comment about he wants the seller to do everything for him and will be pestered forever.  I still

[BVARC] Off topic subject - Bright comet visible - first bright one since Hale-Bopp in 1992-1993

I'm sure that many of you know this, but for those that don't, Comet Neowise is now visible in the evening sky.  This is the brightest comet since Hale-Bopp in 1996-1997.  See the attached article for particulars. The short version is you should find a relatively dark sky with good horizon, say

[BVARC] K5IZO IARU HF 2020

I believe that this is the first time that I worked IARU in earnest, though I might have tested the waters in the past.  I had a lot of fun. I operated from my lake house.  I probably had "butt-in-chair" about 12 hours  with maybe 60 minutes +/- on, 30 minutes +/- off, etc.Generally on-and-off

[BVARC] Inconsistent entries of forms on the ARRL Field Day entry

THERE IS AN INCONSISTENCY IN THE FORMS AS SUBMITTED BY THOSE ATTRIBUTING TO BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB. At this time, there are 2 entries submitted to BRAZO VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB  but12 entries submitted to BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB. PLEASE BE SURE TO SELECT BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR

[BVARC] Field Day Inter-club Competition

Rick, Here 'tis.It won't win anything, but it was fun.FYI - I was at the lake and had an intermittent RF feedback problem.  I'll pursue it in earnest next time up (hopefullly late this coming week).  Band  CW   Phone Dig  Total   %    --   - ---  - ---   

[BVARC] Please be sure to claim your club for your Field Day score

Tomorrow (Saturday) at 1PM, many of us will start operating field day.  Most of us will probably be operating from their home station as Class 1D or 1E. Also, many BVARCers belong to several clubs, so those will have to decide which club to attribute their score to. MOST IMPORTANTLY, do submit

[BVARC] There appears to be some confusion re !D and 1E for Field Day

The NORMAL rules for FD state that any station operating D class (1D, 2D, etc) cannot claim contacts made another D class station.HOWEVER, that rule is waived for 2020.  So, this year only, any class can count contacts made with any class, including D class. There is also confusion regarding

[BVARC] This is a test - this is the subject line

This is the text of the reflector message.This is only a text. Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org

[BVARC] Off topic - has anyone been successful in turning off the Google Ads on their computer

This is a popular subject when I Google it.  However none work.  I tried Bing, since I'm sure that Google has no incentive to give info on how to suppress their ads.  Nothing there works either. Please let me know how you succeeded. Tnx es 73de

[BVARC] Off topic - Can anyone recommend a Chiropractor?

I am looking for a Chiropractor for back adjustments.  Can anyone recommend one that they have personally used and were satisfied with.  I've tried MDs, Physical T and Yoga. PLEASE DO NOT reply to all.  Please reply to me directly at k5...@yahoo.com Tnx es 73de

[BVARC] Printer is gone. Monitor is pending

I'll repost later today when I find out for sure if the monitor is gone. Tnx es 73de John, K5IZO Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org

[BVARC] Like new Samsung Laser Printer - free

In my downsizing, I have would up with duplicate laser printers.  I do not need this one.  It looks new and works great.  Yours for the taking. I also have a perfectly good 14" monitor which is headed to the Harris County Hazardous Waste tomorrow. Tnx es 73de John,

[BVARC] EVERYONE needs an admission ticket to the Hamfest

Whether you volunteered for 1 hour or 100 hours, whether you are President, or just joined BVARC last week, whether you have been a Chairperson for 10 years or attended all the organizational meetings, BVARC has made it a policy to not make any judgement calls and require admission fees paid by

Re: [BVARC] Monday Net?

The repeter has been acting up all day.  Many I talked to were weak and/or scratchy with dropouts.  Mostly non communicative.  There is speculation that the rain got into a coax connector or other.  Tomorrow is supposed to be dry, so let's see if it goes away.  Wednesday, it rains again. 73IZO

[BVARC] Anyone going to the San Antonio Hamfest this weekend?

Is anyone going to the San Antonio Hamfest this weekend?  I might want to meet you there or even possibly coordinate transportation. John, K5IZO Everyone please check in the Monday Night 146.94MHz net 8PM... Get on the air!! Dont forget the BANQUET, Jan 31 2020 tickets on the website.

[BVARC] ARRL Ballot update

REJOICE!  My ballot arrived today!  Rest assured, it is going into a mail drop tomorrow morning. IF YOU HAVE NOT RECEIVED YOUR BALLOT as of today's mail, per ARRL's suggestions, send for a replacement ballot TODAY.  You have received instructions from several sources, including the e-mail you

[BVARC] IC-7300 and IC-746 boxes for free

I have moved and have downsized.  I will have more goodies for your considerations. Today's specials are boxes with full padding for IC-7300 and IC-746 (746 Pro is the same).  If you want either for free, let me know.  Tuesday the go to Harris County recycling. Tnx es 73de John,

[BVARC] Sharing with you Priss' and my special experience of 30 and 50 years ago

I wrote an article for the Houston Astronomical Guidestar, 30 years ago, on the 20th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon walk, about my wife's and my special experience and circumstances in watching the 1969 event.  The PDF attached, is of that short article, scanned from the July 1989 Guidestar. 

[BVARC] Accidentally sent Membership Form e-mail to the reflector

I apologize that I accidentally sent the Membership Form request to the entire reflector.  It must have been there when I intended to "reply to all" which I thought was only several people that I included in the original e-mail.  Oops. In general, I strongly request that people DON'T do a "reply

[BVARC] Road construction going out to the Greater Houston Hamfest

When you go to the Greater Houston Hamfest, be aware that the TX Hwy 36 exit off of US59/I69 IS NOT MARKED as such!  If you miss it, you have to go about 4 or 5 miles before you can pull a U-Turn.So . . . After you cross the Brazos River, you go about 4 miles, passing 3 exits, and you will then

[BVARC] CORRECTION: Re: CW OPS 20 wpm contests tomorrow

ARE NOT THE CORRECT TIMES 8AM, 2PM AND 10PM CDT? On Tuesday, March 12, 2019, 5:30:58 PM CDT, NIzar Mullani via BVARC wrote: Just a short reminder to everyone participating in the 20 wpm CWT contests tomorrow. The three contests start at 8 am, 2 pm and 10 pm CST. They last one hour

[BVARC] Texas QSO Party is over. Please show BVARC support and officially submit your log

Please submit your log, even if you only made 3 QSOs.  We want to show BVARC member support.  FYI, BVARC sponsors at last 3 of the plaques.  Info is at  http://www.TXQP.net .  Once on the home page, click under "Rules" and then click "Operating Rules"  and then scroll down to "Log Submission."

Re: [BVARC] Metal Detector?

:59 AM CDT, Rick Hiller -- W5RH wrote: Use the iPhone metal detector app.RH On Thu, Aug 9, 2018 at 6:36 AM John Chauvin via BVARC wrote: I am trying to locate a survey marker on my property.  Does anyone have a metal detector that I can borrow for a few days? John

[BVARC] Metal Detector?

I am trying to locate a survey marker on my property.  Does anyone have a metal detector that I can borrow for a few days? John, K5IZO___ BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Message delivered to

[BVARC] Disaster at the lake and NAQP

As they say, "Doo-Doo happens."In the second hour, my XCVR cratered.  I brought my back up XCVR home last trip to sell it and "I don't need a backup for this trip."  Hi, Hi.   C'est La Vis .   40       12       0       0      12      23   20       37       0       0      37      71   15       

[BVARC] Hamcom anyone?

I'm looking for someone to go to Hamcom Friday and stay-over and return on Saturday -  your car or mine. Let me know. John, K5IZO___ BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Message delivered to

[BVARC] Follow-up request for your comments on the Greater Houston Hamfest

If you haven't already sent in your comments about the Hamfest, please do so at your earliest convenience.  We are compiling these observations and will wrap it up this weekend.  We will then study all comments in detail, beginning as early as next week.  If you have already sent them along, we

[BVARC] CLARIFICATION Fw: Hamfest follow-up

CLARIFICATION - Please send your comments to Mike Hardwick (N5VCX) at n5...@att.com and me.  The intent was to ask you to not send it to the entire reflector. John - Forwarded Message - From: John Chauvin To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB Sent:

[BVARC] Hamfest follow-up

PLEASE DO NOT RESPOND VIA THE REFLECTOR:  We want everyone to submit ORIGINAL observations.PLEASE RESPOND ONLY TO ME - K5IZO@YAHOO.COMComments will be compiled with credits to the submitter and presented at the debriefing meeting in several weeks.  Info will be on the reflector well before

[BVARC] Need companion to go to Orange Hamfest

I would like to go to the Orange Hamfest on Saturday, but would like a riding companion (my car).  Is anyone interested? John, K5IZO___ BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Message delivered to

[BVARC] 50'+ of ladder line needed by tomorrow

Does anyone know where I can buy 50+ feet of ANY ladder-line in town today?  I need it by tomorrow.  Do you have any laying around you will sell me?  I don't care if it is 300, 450 or other ohm ladder-line.  It doesn't have to be new.  I just checked EPO and they don't sell it.  Otherwise I

Re: [BVARC] Museum Ships Workday - this Saturday - January 20th

BVARC Breakfast follow-up I intend to go to the Museum Ships Mobilization Party this weekend.Maybe several of us can carpool from breakfast. Tnx es 73de John, K5IZO (AKA "Li'l John") On Monday, January 15, 2018, 4:46:28 PM CST, mark janzer via BVARC wrote: We've

[BVARC] Clarifying NAQP start time

There have been several conflicting e-mails regarding the NAQP start time, and then some corrections, and some buried in the text. JUST TO BE CLEAR, it starts tomorrow at 1800 UT, that's HIGH NOON in Houston. C U there! John, K5IZO On Friday, January 12, 2018, 8:04:31 AM CST, Nizar Mullani

Re: [BVARC] Boy Scout Troop in need of Ham help

I too agree that that is an incredible gift.I also agree to not simply "flip the switch" for the same reasons cited and more as cited below. I will be out of town this weekend, so I can't help with your plans this time. You indicate that no one of the licensed hams has ever operated HF.  I see

[BVARC] Did you participate in the Texas QSO Party even if for just 2 QSOs?

Did you know that BVARC is a prime supporter of the Texas QSO Party and has been for many years?Many members have participated in the event over the years and several have been rovers. BVARC has also donated to TXQP yearly in order to help pay for plaques. It's now up to you to show that you

[BVARC] The BEACON (BVARC Newsletter) due date extension

Because I know that EVERYONE will be feverishly operating the TEXAS QSO PARTY this weekend, the due date for BEACON articles is extended to Wednesday, the 27th, 6PM. Tnx es 73de John___ BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org

[BVARC] DEADLINE - TODAY. BVARC Newsletter Naming Contest. $100 DX Engineering gift certificate prize

This is one final reminder that the deadline to get your suggestion(s) for a new name for the BVARC Newsletter Name is midnight tonight. We have quite a few already, but "the more the merrier." 73K5IZO___ BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org

Re: [BVARC] Fwd: ARRL Request to Contact Your US Senators Supporting S 1534 - the Amateur Radio Parity Act

Keith, et al, Indeed, this bill is a disaster and will certainly lead to the demise of amateur radio.Do indeed see the article on Page 3 of the October BVARC Newsletter (on the BVARC website). The ARRL started what was to be a good thing, but then capitulated to the HOAs on EVERY point and

[BVARC] Didn't realize this was to go to the entire reflector

SRI, I didn't see that the BVARC reflector was on the reply to address. From: John Chauvin via BVARC <bvarc@bvarc.org> To: "kk...@arrl.net" <kk...@arrl.net>; BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB <bvarc@bvarc.org> Cc: John Chauvin <k5...@yahoo.com> Sen

Re: [BVARC] OFF TOPI - - Needed - manual typewriter for my Grandson's project

Bruce,Tnx. I bought one from a member. John From: Bruce via BVARC <bvarc@bvarc.org> To: John Chauvin via BVARC <bvarc@bvarc.org> Cc: Bruce <kk...@arrl.net> Sent: Tuesday, July 18, 2017 8:00 PM Subject: Re: [BVARC] OFF TOPI - - Needed - manual typewriter for my Grandson

[BVARC] Forming BVARC teams for NAQP CW

If any of you want to join me to form a BVARC team for the NAQP CW contest please let me know.These are 12 hour max events, so it requires some commitment, but doesn't eat the whole weekend.We'll do the same for the SSB contest, but will address that after the CW event. NAQP CW is 2 weeks away,

[BVARC] Reminder - $100 Gift Certificate to the person who choses the selected Newsletter name.

As announced in the July BVARC Newsletter, the Newsletter Naming Contest deadline is now approaching. Just submit your suggested newsletter name to the Editor (John Chauvin, k5...@yahoo.com) before July 31. The Newsletter regular contributors, Newsletter team and other interested members

[BVARC] OFF TOPI - - Needed - manual typewriter for my Grandson's project

Does anyone have a (more-or-less) working manual (non-electric) typewriter that they want to get some cash for and get it out of your house?  My grandson has a project where he needs one. Tnx es 73de John, K5IZO___ BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org

[BVARC] Off topic - Free HP Ink Cartridges

My HP ink jet printer died.  Replaced with a Canon.I have 6 HP generic cartridges, XL63, some Color, some Black.Takeaway. John, K5IZO___ BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Message delivered to

Re: [BVARC] Old headphones needed

Thanks for the responses.  I've got it covered. John___ BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com

Re: [BVARC] Old headphones needed

solder!  On Thu, Jun 15, 2017 at 4:24 PM, Scott Medbury via BVARC <bvarc@bvarc.org> wrote: I may have a set. Will have to check and see if they still work. If they do, you are welcome to them. Scott KD5FBA From: BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org] On Behalf Of John Chauvin via BVARC S

[BVARC] Old headphones needed

Does anyone have an old set of mono headphones (both earphones work off of the same mono input)?  If so, can I either borrow them for a few weeks or buy them from you for a price I can't refuse? Tnx es 73de John, K5IZO___ BVARC mailing list

[BVARC] My most memorable Field Day - in a swamp in South Louisiana in the 50s.

Ahhh, Field Day is possibly my favorite amateur radio activity, and that is largely attributable to the first few Field Days that I participated in.   OK, so  picture the scene: K(N)5IZO was age 13-16, outside of New Orleans, 1957-1960.  FD was located in a park and set up in an open-air

[BVARC] Saturday's meetings: Museum Ships Weekend, Board of Directors and Field Day

Mike has asked me to send out this notice.  His computer was hacked and he can't do so. There are 3 meetings tomorrow.All are at Bayland Park.Bayland Park Community

Re: [BVARC] Field Day coming up - I need operators for CW, SSB and RTTY!

Big Al, May I suggest that you, Jeff and Glenn put the time slot booking status on line, or to e-mail it every week to the BVARC and TDXS Reflectors so those interested can pick a time?  Maybe Eddie can find a spot to put it on the BVARC website, and the coordinator can e-mail updated schedules

Re: [BVARC] Trash on our Amateur Radio reflector

Au contraire. It is not that my, and hopefully anyone else's, whole day is consumed with the reflector.  Rather it is that many of us have a busy schedule and have to sort through this BS to get to our only desire for the reflector - amateur radio.   One exception, because of the nature of many

[BVARC] Need for old transceiver

Does anyone have an old solid state transceiver that I can borrow for a few days or buy from you?  Something along the lines of a TS-120 or 130 or similar of any make would be ideal. Please reply directly to me at k5...@yahoo.com and not via the reflector.

Re: [BVARC] BVARC Board of Directors Meeting and Greater Houston Hamfest Meeting - Saturday, April 1st, 2017

Mike, This doesn't follow the formula of the Saturday before the 2nd Thursday. IZO From: Mike Hardwick via BVARC To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB Cc: Mike Hardwick Sent: Monday, March 27, 2017 8:49 PM Subject: [BVARC] BVARC Board

[BVARC] Kenwood TS-590 or TS-590 SG question

Does anyone have and use a TS-590?  I would like to contact you.  Please reply to this e-mail to ONLY me.  I would like to talk to you, so if OK, please provide me with your phone number. Tnx,John, K5IZO___ BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org

[BVARC] Off topic - Google Voice question

Does anyone use Google Voice?  I'm considering using it, and have read up on it, but some things still remain unclear.  Please either call me,  text me at 281-216-4158 or e-mail me your number at k5...@yahoo.com if you already have Google Voice.  I will promptly call back. Tnx es 73de John,

Re: [BVARC] [tdxs-list] Internet over Power Lines

m>; TDXS List <tdxs-l...@tdxs.net> Cc: Chris Boone <chris.bo...@cumulus.com> Subject: Re: [BVARC] [tdxs-list] Internet over Power Lines  Not the same…it will not be using HF-UHF but rather m/w freqs…  ChrisWB5ITT  From: BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org] On Behalf Of John Chauvin via

Re: [BVARC] [tdxs-list] Internet over Power Lines

Oh God, here we go again. From: Robie Elms To: TDXS List Sent: Tuesday, January 31, 2017 9:10 AM Subject: [tdxs-list] Internet over Power Lines All, I read this article a few hours ago.  It describes AT's plans to test/implement a gigabit

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