Time to End Daylight Saving Time?

You probably know that this weekend marks the end of Daylight Saving Time (DST) in the US. While I despise the idea of losing an hour in the spring, I do appreciate the concept of sleeping in another hour in the fall. Actually, I think the whole concept of DST is bogus. In fact, the … Read more

Another Excellent Tech Class

Today we finished up the second day of our Two Day Technician License Class. This is a formula that we have found be to effective….a bit of a cram to get it done in two days but still able to cover the material. The class was typical of what we have been seeing….about 1/3 are … Read more

Yet Another Callsign Hat

On his blog, W2LG mentioned that he got a new hat with his callsign on it from Astrid’s Embroidery and Quilts. I took a look at their web site and was impressed by the options offered (lots of color and graphics choices). I also came across 3 Reasons Why Should Buy A Callsign Hat by … Read more

2010 Fall TechFest

Here is an excellent opportunity to build your ham radio knowledge and skill. The 285 TechConnect Radio Club (www.na0tc.org ) is once again sponsoring the Fall TechFest (Saturday November 6th). This educational event is aimed at the Tech advancing to General, with a good selection of workshop topics. I often get new Technician licensees (or … Read more

Our First GeoFox Rally

Our local radio club (W0TLM) has been able to help a number of Scouts from the local Boy Scout troop get their Technician Class radio license. (See Results from the Second Technician Class.) The boys are having a lot of fun talking to each other on 2 Meters and using ham radio to support their … Read more