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Fox Valley Grid

Change to Fox Hunt

by: WI9MMM

Since I will be participating in the St. Joe's Food Pantry 5k on Saturday, October 5th, the fox hunt will be moved to the following Saturday.
We could still use more volunteers for the St Joe's event.
If the weather holds, we will do one more hunt in November.  That is To Be Determined and is up to Mother Nature.

Saturday, October 12th, 0730 - 1630 (or until the battery dies)
Somewhere in the Fox Valley on 147.555MHz
It can be heard with a HT from the 41/441 loop.
Since Fox Hunting is a receive only activity, all future and current Hams are welcome to participate.
PLEASE DO NOT post where it is when you find it. A simple "Found it!" on our Facebook page is enough. Allow others the thrill of the hunt.
There are NO prizes.
Use your best judgement on what information you share. After noon... hints can be blatant.

 


Published 09/29/2024 5:38 PM and updated 09/29/2024 5:46 PM
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Upcoming Community Support Events

by: WI9MMM

We have two opportunities in the next month to support our communities and raise awareness about our hobby.
The Otto Grunski Runski, September 28th, to benefit the Menasha Parks and Recreation Family Assistance Fund.
St. Joe's 5K/10K, October 5th, to benefit the St Joseph Food Pantry.

Otto Grunski is a new event for us. They estimate needing our help from 7:45am to 9:45am.
St Joe's has been from 7:30am to 9:30-ish. They did add "10K" - so the runners may wind up doing two laps. I expect that they will still finish before many of the walkers.


Published 09/11/2024 12:00 AM and updated 09/19/2024 12:14 PM
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FCARC Ham Exams September 14, 2024

by: WJ9K

The FCARC VEs will be conducting Ham Exams Saturday, September 14, at Maplewood Middle School,1600 Midway Road, Menasha 54952.

 

Registration starts at 8 am and ends at 9 am. Preregistration is encouraged.

 

A government issued picture ID is required. Please see the ARRL.org website, license information, for other forms of acceptable ID.

 

The FCC application form requires an FCC registration number and will not be accepted without one. You can obtain a FRN free of charge on the FCC.gov website. Apply for it as soon as possible so you have it available for the exam.

 

After a successful exam the FCC will contact you through email. Make sure your email address is legible on the forms.

 

Cost of the exams are set by our VEC, the ARRL, at $15. If you fail an exam, you may take a different version, time permitting, but you will be charged another $15. If you are successful, you may take the next element during the

session at no extra charge.

 

If you have any questions concerning FCARC Exams or to preregister contact Rick Kosiorek

at (920) 809-1010 or WJ9K.mail@gmail.com


Published 09/09/2024 12:00 AM and updated 09/19/2024 12:12 PM
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Fox Valley grid map

FCARC Fox Hunt

by: WI9MMM

Saturday, September 7th. 0730 - 1630 - or until the batteries run out.

147.555MHz Somewhere in the Fox Cities. See Map.

The fox can be heard from the 41/441 loop with a handheld radio - confirmed.

Since Fox Hunting is a receive only activity, all future and current Hams are welcome to participate.

PLEASE DO NOT post where it is when you find it. A simple "Found it!" on our Facebook page is enough. Allow others the thrill of the hunt.

There are NO prizes.

Use your best judgement on what information you share. After noon... hints can be blatant.


Published 09/07/2024 12:00 AM and updated 09/19/2024 12:10 PM
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Sunset Park map

FCARC Annual Picnic

by: WI9MMM

This year's annual picnic is Saturday, August 17th, starting at 11am.

This is a family event so bring the folks you hold dear.

It's a potluck so please bring a dish to pass. The club will provide brats, burgers, hot dogs and soda/water. We'll have corn if I can find it.

Sunset Park, Kimberly, Pavilion #1.

We should have a fox hunt and you are encouraged to bring some radio gear to show off. Sorry, no raffle.

If you have questions, please use the Contact Us page and we'll try to get them answered.


Published 08/07/2024 12:00 AM and updated 09/19/2024 12:08 PM
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FCARC Fox Hunt at Annual Picnic

by: WI9MMM

We will be doing the monthly fox hunt at the annual picnic this month instead of on Social Saturday. See everyone at the picnic.


Published 08/01/2024 12:00 AM and updated 09/19/2024 12:07 PM
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146.76 Repeater - Race the Lake support

by: AJ9L

It's that time of year already!

 

The 146.760 repeater will be used by those supporting Race the Lake again this year. The repeater will be used for RtL support between 5:30am and 3pm on August 18th.

 

Please consider using another club or member repeater for non-event traffic, leaving the 146.760 repeater for the event support during this time:

 

145.330 (-0.6MHz) located in Neenah - Yaesu digital only

443.650 (+5MHz, 100Hz) located in Appleton - Analog and Yaesu digital

 

Member repeaters:

 

224.500 (-1.6Mhz, 100Hz) WJ9K repeater

442.175 (+5MHz, 100Hz) WJ9K repeater

442.475 (+5MHz, 146.2Hz)AJ9L repeater


Published 07/31/2024 12:00 AM and updated 09/19/2024 12:05 PM
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Registration Deadline for 2 Day Ham Cram & Exam (Aug 17 & 18) is Aug 1

by: W1QC

Deadline is fast approaching! (Aug 1)

 

To register.send email to wayne@mueller1.com


Published 07/28/2024 12:03 PM and updated 09/19/2024 12:04 PM
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The 2024 W9ZL EAA Certificates are Available!

by: AB9AH

Certificates are available by sending a QSL & SASE (certificate size 8-1/2x11, certificates are printed on premium 90# stock) to:

 

W9ZL Special Event

PO Box 2346

Appleton, WI 54912

 

Please note the change in print stock from past years. These are heavy bond stock and it's a pity to have to fold them up! Please use a certificate sized envelope.

 

Jon Oldenburg AB9AH

W9ZL Special Event Chairman


Published 07/28/2024 12:00 PM and updated 09/19/2024 12:02 PM
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Weekend Technician Class (Ham Cram) & Exam Aug 17 & 18

by: W1QC

When: Saturday & Sunday, August 17 & 18, 2024, 8am – 5pm
Where: Maplewood Middle School, 1600 Midway Rd., Menasha, WI
Tuition: $25.00 payable at the door first day
Textbook: ARRL Ham Radio License Manual 5th ed. (red cover) $25.00 at the door
VE proctored exam at end of 2nd day. Cost $15.00. Pay separately
Bring a pencil or pen; you will be writing a lot.

To sign-up: email wayne@mueller1.com State if you want to buy the book.
Deadline: August 1

To take the test, you will need an FCC FRN number
Go to: apps.fcc.gov/cores to get your registration number.

Sponsored by FCARC

Published 07/16/2024 10:19 AM and updated 07/19/2024 1:44 PM
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Saturday October 12, 2024

7:30 AM - 4:30 PM Fox Hunt
Can be heard with a handheld radio from I-41/I-441.
Location: 147.555 MHz. Somewhere in the Fox Valley
View on Google Calendar
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM Social Saturday

Sunday October 13, 2024

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM SSTV 2 Meter Net - WA9TT
146.760 MHz Repeater.  Martin 2 format.  https://wa9tt.com/SSTV_2M.html
Initial picture transmission starting at 5:45pm.
Posted pictures available at www.WA9TT.com
View on Google Calendar

Monday October 14, 2024

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Board of Directors Meeting
Community Room. Use Door 17.
Location: Maplewood Middle School, 1600 Appleton Rd., Menasha, WI 54952
View on Google Calendar

Wednesday October 16, 2024

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 2 Meter Net - W9SJO
Location: 146.760Hz, PL100.0, Negative Offset (600KHz)
View on Google Calendar

Saturday October 19, 2024

9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Jamboree On The Air
Location: Bay-Lakes Council, Boy Scouts of America, 2555 Northern Rd, Appleton, WI 54914, USA
View on Google Calendar

Monday October 21, 2024

ARRL School Club Roundup
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM General Membership Meeting
Community Room. Use Door 17.
Location: Maplewood Middle School, 1600 Midway Rd, Menasha, WI 54952, USA
View on Google Calendar

Tuesday October 22, 2024

ARRL School Club Roundup
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 6 Meter Net - KC9THF
What was you favorite subject in school?
View on Google Calendar

Wednesday October 23, 2024

ARRL School Club Roundup
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 2 Meter Net - KE8KWF
Location: 146.760Hz, PL100.0, Negative Offset (600KHz)
View on Google Calendar

Thursday October 24, 2024

ARRL School Club Roundup

Friday October 25, 2024

ARRL School Club Roundup

Saturday October 26, 2024

ARRL School Club Roundup

Wednesday October 30, 2024

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 2 Meter Net - WI4WD
Location: 146.760Hz, PL100.0, Negative Offset (600KHz)
View on Google Calendar

Saturday November 02, 2024

7:30 AM - 4:30 PM Fox Hunt
Can be heard with a handheld radio from I-41/I-441.
Location: 147.555 MHz. Somewhere in the Fox Valley
View on Google Calendar
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM Social Saturday

Sunday November 03, 2024

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Hamfest
Location: Lucky Dog'z, 157 S Green Bay Rd, Neenah, WI 54956, USA
View on Google Calendar
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Amateur Radio License Exam
Registration starts at 0900. Testing starts at 0930. The exam fee is $15. You will need two forms of ID at least one of which must be a picture ID. All candidates must have a Federal Registration Number (FRN) and a valid email address. If you are upgrading, please bring a copy of your license for the VE's to review.  Otherwise, you'll need to pull it up on your phone at registration.
Location: @ Hamfest
View on Google Calendar

Tuesday November 05, 2024

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 2m Digital Net - WI4WD
Yaesu System Fusion / C4FM
Location: 145.330
View on Google Calendar

Wednesday November 06, 2024

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 2 Meter Net - KC9TFM
Location: 146.760Hz, PL100.0, Negative Offset (600KHz)
View on Google Calendar

Sunday November 10, 2024

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM SSTV 2 Meter Net - KB9YUC
146.760 MHz Repeater.  Martin 2 format.  https://wa9tt.com/SSTV_2M.html
Initial picture transmission starting at 5:45pm.
Posted pictures available at www.WA9TT.com
View on Google Calendar

Monday November 11, 2024

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Board of Directors Meeting
Community Room. Use Door 17.
Location: Maplewood Middle School, 1600 Appleton Rd., Menasha, WI 54952
View on Google Calendar

Tuesday November 12, 2024

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 220 Monthly Net

Wednesday November 13, 2024

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 2 Meter Net - WA9TT
Location: 146.760Hz, PL100.0, Negative Offset (600KHz)
View on Google Calendar

Monday November 18, 2024

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM General Membership Meeting
Community Room. Use Door 17.
Location: Maplewood Middle School, 1600 Midway Rd, Menasha, WI 54952, USA
View on Google Calendar

Tuesday November 19, 2024

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 6 Meter Net - WI4WD
How do you like your eggs prepared for breakfast?
View on Google Calendar

Wednesday November 20, 2024

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 2 Meter Net - WI9MMM
Location: 146.760Hz, PL100.0, Negative Offset (600KHz)
View on Google Calendar

Wednesday November 27, 2024

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 2 Meter Net - KC9THF
Location: 146.760Hz, PL100.0, Negative Offset (600KHz)
View on Google Calendar

Tuesday December 03, 2024

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 2m Digital Net - KB9AIT
Yaesu System Fusion / C4FM
Location: 145.330
View on Google Calendar

Wednesday December 04, 2024

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 2 Meter Net - W9SJO
Location: 146.760Hz, PL100.0, Negative Offset (600KHz)
View on Google Calendar

Saturday December 07, 2024

8:30 AM - 10:00 AM Social Saturday

Sunday December 08, 2024

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM SSTV 2 Meter Net - WI9MMM
146.760 MHz Repeater.  Martin 2 format.  https://wa9tt.com/SSTV_2M.html
Initial picture transmission starting at 5:45pm.
Posted pictures available at www.WA9TT.com
View on Google Calendar

Monday December 09, 2024

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Board of Directors Meeting
Community Room. Use Door 17.
Location: Maplewood Middle School, 1600 Appleton Rd., Menasha, WI 54952
View on Google Calendar

Tuesday December 10, 2024

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 220 Monthly Net

Wednesday December 11, 2024

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 2 Meter Net - KE8KWF
Location: 146.760Hz, PL100.0, Negative Offset (600KHz)
View on Google Calendar

Monday December 16, 2024

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM General Membership Meeting
Community Room. Use Door 17.
Location: Maplewood Middle School, 1600 Midway Rd, Menasha, WI 54952, USA
View on Google Calendar

Tuesday December 17, 2024

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 6 Meter Net - KB9AIT
What is your favorite obscure restraunt in Wisconsin?
View on Google Calendar

Wednesday December 18, 2024

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 2 Meter Net - WI4WD
Location: 146.760Hz, PL100.0, Negative Offset (600KHz)
View on Google Calendar

Wednesday December 25, 2024

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM NO NET TONIGHT

Wednesday January 01, 2025

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 2 Meter Net
Location: 146.760Hz, PL100.0, Negative Offset (600KHz)
View on Google Calendar

Saturday January 04, 2025

8:30 AM - 10:00 AM Social Saturday

Tuesday January 07, 2025

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 2m Digital Net
Yaesu System Fusion / C4FM
Location: 145.330
View on Google Calendar

Wednesday January 08, 2025

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 2 Meter Net
Location: 146.760Hz, PL100.0, Negative Offset (600KHz)
View on Google Calendar

Sunday January 12, 2025

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM SSTV 2 Meter Net
146.760 MHz Repeater.  Martin 2 format.  https://wa9tt.com/SSTV_2M.html
Initial picture transmission starting at 5:45pm.
Posted pictures available at www.WA9TT.com
View on Google Calendar

Monday January 13, 2025

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Board of Directors Meeting
Community Room. Use Door 17.
Location: Maplewood Middle School, 1600 Appleton Rd., Menasha, WI 54952
View on Google Calendar

Tuesday January 14, 2025

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 220 Monthly Net

Wednesday January 15, 2025

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 2 Meter Net
Location: 146.760Hz, PL100.0, Negative Offset (600KHz)
View on Google Calendar

Monday January 20, 2025

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM General Membership Meeting
Community Room. Use Door 17.
Location: Maplewood Middle School, 1600 Midway Rd, Menasha, WI 54952, USA
View on Google Calendar

Tuesday January 21, 2025

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 6 Meter Net

Wednesday January 22, 2025

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 2 Meter Net
Location: 146.760Hz, PL100.0, Negative Offset (600KHz)
View on Google Calendar

Wednesday January 29, 2025

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 2 Meter Net
Location: 146.760Hz, PL100.0, Negative Offset (600KHz)
View on Google Calendar

Saturday February 01, 2025

8:30 AM - 10:00 AM Social Saturday

Tuesday February 04, 2025

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 2m Digital Net
Yaesu System Fusion / C4FM
Location: 145.330
View on Google Calendar

Wednesday February 05, 2025

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 2 Meter Net
Location: 146.760Hz, PL100.0, Negative Offset (600KHz)
View on Google Calendar

Sunday February 09, 2025

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM SSTV 2 Meter Net
146.760 MHz Repeater.  Martin 2 format.  https://wa9tt.com/SSTV_2M.html
Initial picture transmission starting at 5:45pm.
Posted pictures available at www.WA9TT.com
View on Google Calendar

Monday February 10, 2025

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Board of Directors Meeting
Community Room. Use Door 17.
Location: Maplewood Middle School, 1600 Appleton Rd., Menasha, WI 54952
View on Google Calendar

Tuesday February 11, 2025

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 220 Monthly Net

Wednesday February 12, 2025

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 2 Meter Net
Location: 146.760Hz, PL100.0, Negative Offset (600KHz)
View on Google Calendar

Monday February 17, 2025

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM General Membership Meeting
Community Room. Use Door 17.
Location: Maplewood Middle School, 1600 Midway Rd, Menasha, WI 54952, USA
View on Google Calendar

Tuesday February 18, 2025

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 6 Meter Net

Wednesday February 19, 2025

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 2 Meter Net
Location: 146.760Hz, PL100.0, Negative Offset (600KHz)
View on Google Calendar

Wednesday February 26, 2025

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 2 Meter Net
Location: 146.760Hz, PL100.0, Negative Offset (600KHz)
View on Google Calendar

Saturday March 01, 2025

8:30 AM - 10:00 AM Social Saturday

Tuesday March 04, 2025

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 2m Digital Net
Yaesu System Fusion / C4FM
Location: 145.330
View on Google Calendar

Wednesday March 05, 2025

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 2 Meter Net
Location: 146.760Hz, PL100.0, Negative Offset (600KHz)
View on Google Calendar

Sunday March 09, 2025

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM SSTV 2 Meter Net
146.760 MHz Repeater.  Martin 2 format.  https://wa9tt.com/SSTV_2M.html
Initial picture transmission starting at 5:45pm.
Posted pictures available at www.WA9TT.com
View on Google Calendar

Monday March 10, 2025

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Board of Directors Meeting
Community Room. Use Door 17.
Location: Maplewood Middle School, 1600 Appleton Rd., Menasha, WI 54952
View on Google Calendar

Tuesday March 11, 2025

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 220 Monthly Net

Wednesday March 12, 2025

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 2 Meter Net
Location: 146.760Hz, PL100.0, Negative Offset (600KHz)
View on Google Calendar

Monday March 17, 2025

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM General Membership Meeting
Community Room. Use Door 17.
Location: Maplewood Middle School, 1600 Midway Rd, Menasha, WI 54952, USA
View on Google Calendar

Tuesday March 18, 2025

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 6 Meter Net

Wednesday March 19, 2025

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 2 Meter Net
Location: 146.760Hz, PL100.0, Negative Offset (600KHz)
View on Google Calendar

Wednesday March 26, 2025

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 2 Meter Net
Location: 146.760Hz, PL100.0, Negative Offset (600KHz)
View on Google Calendar

Tuesday April 01, 2025

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 2m Digital Net
Yaesu System Fusion / C4FM
Location: 145.330
View on Google Calendar

Wednesday April 02, 2025

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 2 Meter Net
Location: 146.760Hz, PL100.0, Negative Offset (600KHz)
View on Google Calendar

Saturday April 05, 2025

8:30 AM - 10:00 AM Social Saturday

Tuesday April 08, 2025

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 220 Monthly Net

Wednesday April 09, 2025

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 2 Meter Net
Location: 146.760Hz, PL100.0, Negative Offset (600KHz)
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