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Binghamton Amateur Radio Association – December 2024
Election of Officers
At
our November meeting, the following have been elected to serve for 2025:
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Officers
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Directors
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Drew Deskur KA1M
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President
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Ford Drake AB2HS
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Steve Rosman KA2YRA
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Vice-President
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Gary Dewey AB2GD
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Ed Krymowski NE2W
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Secretary
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Paula Perrault KD2SLJ
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Joe Ozvold WA2SGW
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Treasurer
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Rick Dupree NN2K
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BARA Membership & Dues
Dues are due, only $24 per person, $35 per
family membership. See our Treasurer, Joe Ozvold WB2SGW.
BARA Holiday
Party
Wednesday, December 18, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Atrio Banquets & Catering, 409 Hooper Rd, Endwell, NY
Doors at Atrio open at 6 pm
and dinner will start at 6:30 pm.
A great time to spend time with each other and celebrate the holidays.
ARRL Kids Day
Saturday, January 4, 2025 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Vestal Fire
Department Station 2 ( in Vestal Center )
2517 NY State
Route 26, Vestal, NY
ARRL Kids Day serves as a fun and educational occasion
designed to introduce young people to the world of Amateur Radio. During this
event, participants whether families, Scout troops, school groups, or other
community members have the opportunity to engage in hands-on activities,
learn about radio communication and make radio contacts with other operators
across the country or even globally.
Kids
Day is a perfect way for children and young adults to experience Amateur
Radio in a friendly and approachable environment. It helps foster a sense of
curiosity, technical skills and community involvement, all while promoting
STEM education. Help us spread the word by Clicking here for an Event Poster and sharing it
with your friends, family, school groups and scouting organizations.
The Special certificate below will be awarded to every
operator
For more information contact BARA at [email protected]
The event includes a variety of activities such as:
Making Radio Contacts: Young people can use ham radio
equipment to make contacts with licensed operators. It’s a thrilling
experience for them to connect with others worldwide.
Learning about Radio Equipment: Participants get to explore
the tools used in Amateur Radio, such as transceivers, antennas and
microphones and learn how they work.
Understanding Radio Communication: They can practice operating
radios and understand the concepts of frequency, signals, propagation and
call signs.
Engagement with Mentors: Experienced operators often provide
guidance and mentorship to newcomers, helping them learn the basics of radio
etiquette and operation.
The ARRL Kids Day event is open to everyone, making it a
wonderful way to involve not just families but also community groups, Scouts
and youth organizations in exploring the fascinating world of Amateur Radio.
Marathon Winter Hamfest
Saturday, January 11, 2025 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
Marathon Civic Center, 11 Brink St, Marathon, NY
Admission is $6.00 per person; Tables are $10.00 per 8 feet.
For more information contact Patrick Dunn – [email protected]
Talk-In: 147.180 + PL 71.9
Volunteer Exam (VE) Test
Session
Wednesday, January 15, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Kopernik Observatory Science, 698 Underwood Rd, Vestal, NY
This Volunteer Exam (VE) Test Session is
an opportunity for amateur radio enthusiasts to take their licensing
exams. To participate, individuals must bring their Federal Registration Number (FRN) or
a photocopy of their current license, along with a government-issued photo
ID. If you do not already have an FRN number, you can create one through
the Federal Communications Commission’s
(FCC) website. Walk-ins are accepted. .
BARA Monthly Club Meeting
Wednesday, January 15, 2025 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Kopernik Observatory Science, 698 Underwood Rd, Vestal, NY
Everyone is welcome to attend, as BARA meetings are open to
all. The only prerequisite for attending is an interest in Amateur Radio. In
addition, you will have the opportunity to meet other ham radio operators in
your area and learn from their experiences as well. Unable to attend in
person? Join us virtually via Zoom! Click here to Join the Zoom Meeting.
Don't miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge, make new friends and
celebrate the world of Ham Radio. We can't wait to see you there.
Winter Field Day
Saturday, January 25, 2025 2:00 pm – Sunday, January
26, 2025 2:00 pm
Kopernik Observatory Science, 698 Underwood Rd, Vestal, NY
A communications exercise held on the last full weekend in
January that can be worked from the comfort of your home or in a remote
location. You can participate by yourself or get your whole club involved.
Open to participants’ worldwide; amateur radio operators may use any
mode on frequencies on the HF, VHF or UHF bands. Similar to the ARRL’s
Field Day, bonus points are earned in several ways; non-commercial power
sources, operating from remote locations and satellite contacts.
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Local Net Calendar
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Radio
Net
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Schedule
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Frequencies
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Early
Bird Net
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Weekdays at 5:30 AM
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146.730 -.600 MHz PL 100.0 Binghamton
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STAR Net
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Southern Tier Amateur Radio Net
Daily at 6:30 PM
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Morning
Net
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Weekdays & Saturday at 8:00 AM
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146.820 -.600 MHz PL 146.2 BGM Airport
146.865 -.600 MHz PL 146.2 Ingraham Hill
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BARA Net
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Wednesday at 8:00 PM
except for Club Meeting Wednesdays
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BRAT Net
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Binghamton Amateur Radio Technical Net
Sunday at 8:00 PM
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6 Meter
Net
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Wednesdays at 9:00 PM
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50.200 MHz USB
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NYS RACES
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Sunday at 9:00 AM
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3.993 or 7.281 MHz LSB
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QCWA Net
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Sunday at 10:30 AM
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3.917 or 7.217 MHz LSB
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Santa Claus Net
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Daily at 8:00 PM
Checkins open 1/2 hour before
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3.916 MHz LSB
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STNYDV Net
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Southern Tier Digital Voice Net
Sunday at 7:00 PM
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BM TG 31367, Wires-X 83721 & On Zoom
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Southern Tier Fusion Net
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Sunday at 8:00 PM
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Requires a Yaesu C4FM Digital Radio
Click Here for Connection Entry Points
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TTDTN
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Third Tuesday of the Month
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Twin Tiers Digital Training Net on Zoom
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Ham Radio
Calendars
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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.
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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.
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ARRL Membership for Students
Full-time students aged 21 years or younger have the
opportunity for a no-cost,
student membership. As an ARRL member, you will learn
skills and make connections that may advance your education and future
career goals.
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BARA Brochures
The club has printed out about 100 BARA Brochures to
help spread the word about our organization.
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BARA Logbooks
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.
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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.
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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.
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New Ham Cheatsheet
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.
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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.
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Swap and 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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