Binghamton Amateur Radio Association – August 2024

International Space Station:   Do You Copy?

Wednesday, July 31st was a thrilling day at Kopernik Observatory’s Summer Camp. Young students had the unique opportunity to communicate with astronaut Matthew Dominick aboard the International Space Station (ISS).

The week-long camp, aptly named “Welcome Aboard the ISS,” was designed to delve into the captivating world

of satellite orbits and radio communications, all leading up to this highly anticipated radio contact.

[  Complete ARISS Contact Video  ]       [  Local News Coverage  ]

Calendar of Events We are excited to share the following updates and reminders for upcoming events.

Keuka Lake Amateur Radio Association Hamfest
Saturday, August 17, 2024,  7:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Howard Community Center, 7481 Hopkins Rd, Howard, NY

BARA Picnic at Kopernik
Wednesday, August 21, 2024,  6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Kopernik Observatory Science, 698 Underwood Rd, Vestal, NY

Please note that there is NO VE TESTING prior to this month’s BARA Picnic

Pictures from Last Year’s BARA Picnic at Kopernik

Join us for a delightful evening filled with camaraderie and fun. We will start with a brief club meeting to

discuss exciting upcoming activities like Parks On The Air and our Doug’s Fish Fry Fundraiser. Whether you

are a seasoned ham radio enthusiast or just curious about amateur radio, this event is perfect for everyone.

See you in August under the starry skies at the Kopernik Observatory.

ROC City Net Hamfest
Saturday, August 24, 2024,  7:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Log Cabin Restaurant, 2445 W Walworth Rd, Macedon, NY

Doug's Fish Fry Fundraiser
Thursday, September 19, 2024,  11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tractor Supply Co., 154 Vestal Pkwy W, Vestal, NY

Please help support our club by downloading a poster and spreading the word.

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ARAST Hamfest and Computerfest
Saturday, September 28, 2024,  6:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Chemung County Fairgrounds, 170 Fairview Rd., Horseheads, NY

The ARAST Hamfest Committee is actively seeking volunteers to help make this upcoming event a success. Whether you have experience or are just eager to lend a hand, they welcome your participation. Volunteering is a fantastic way to get involved, meet fellow ham radio enthusiasts, and contribute to our vibrant community. If you are interested in joining the team and making a difference, please reach out to Ford Drake, AB2HS.

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Local Net Calendar
Radio Net	Schedule	Frequencies
Early Bird Net	Weekdays at 5:30 AM	146.730 -.600 MHz PL 100.0 Binghamton
STAR Net	Southern Tier Amateur Radio Net Daily at 6:30 PM
Morning Net	Weekdays & Saturday at 8:00 AM	146.820 -.600 MHz PL 146.2 BGM Airport 146.865 -.600 MHz PL 146.2 Ingraham Hill
BARA Net	Wednesday at 8:00 PM except for Club Meeting Wednesdays
BRAT Net	Binghamton Amateur Radio Technical Net Sunday at 8:00 PM
6 Meter Net	Wednesdays at 9:00 PM	50.200 MHz USB
NYS RACES	Sunday at 9:00 AM	3.993 or 7.281 MHz LSB
QCWA Net	Sunday at 10:30 AM	3.917 or 7.217 MHz LSB
STNYDV Net	Southern Tier Digital Voice Net Sunday at 7:00 PM	BM TG 31367, Wires-X 83721 & On Zoom
Southern Tier Fusion  Net	Sunday at 8:00 PM	Requires a Yaesu C4FM Digital Radio Click Here for Connection Entry Points
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Amateur Radio Licensing Interested in obtaining or upgrading your Amateur Radio License? Learn about the different license classes, the requirements, and how to get started on your journey. Please note that there is NO VE TESTING prior to this month's BARA Picnic.

American Radio Relay League (ARRL) Monthly Newsletters from the ARRL, the national association for amateur radio, connecting hams around the United States with news, information and resources.

BARA Stickers Show your support for BARA with our exclusive BARA Stickers. Priced at just $3.50 each or 3 for $10. See our Treasurer Joe Ozvold, WB2SGW to get yours.

Logbook Status We have a special offer for our members. Each member can receive a FREE Logbook as a gift from BARA. This offer is limited to one logbook per member, not annually. Families can get one for each licensed member. To claim your copy, please see Ed Roosa, N2ENG.

Shop Ham Radio Gifts Discover these beautifully engraved and colorful callsign light displays crafted by our very own Bill Jakaitis, KB2SIN and other fantastic ham radio-related gifts.

QRZ Jumpstart Program Are you a new ham who obtained your amateur radio license within the last 6 months? Apply now for the QRZ Jumpstart Program and receive a fantastic welcome package. You will get an Explorer QRZ-1 5W VHF/UHF handheld transceiver, RT Systems software and programming cable for just $21.99.

New Ham Education and Information Alongside the QRZ Jumpstart Program, Frank Heaney W2FJH has developed a “New Ham Cheatsheet.” This handy guide is designed to help newly licensed hams get started on their amateur radio journey with ease.

Swap & Shop Here, you can buy, sell or trade ham radio equipment with fellow enthusiasts. Discover the latest listings and snag some fantastic deals. .

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