[BVARC] 2020 Greater Houston HamFest and Ispark Fest - Final Planning Meeting

2020-02-29 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
The final planning meeting of the Greater Houston HamFest and Ispark Fest is tomorrow, March 1, 2020 from 2 pm to 4 pm. It will be held at the Fuddruckers, 11445 Fountain Lake Dr, Stafford Texas at the Fountains Shopping Center on the Southwest Freeway. Make sure you make it to the

Re: [BVARC] Greater Houston HamFest Planning Session - Tomorrow Fuddruckers Stafford 2 pm to 4 pm

2020-02-23 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Yes today. Fuddruckers in the Fountains in Stafford. 2 to 4 pm. Mike Hardwick. > On Feb 23, 2020, at 1:17 PM, Mark Brantana wrote: > > Is there a planning meeting today? And if so, where? > Mark > N5PRD > > Sent from my iPhone > >>> On Feb 15, 2020, at

[BVARC] Greater Houston HamFest Planning Session - Tomorrow Fuddruckers Stafford 2 pm to 4 pm

2020-02-15 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
With only three weeks to go, there is still a lot of things to do. So don't forget the planning session tomorrow from 2 pm to 4 pm at Fuddruckers at the Fountains in Stafford. The address is 11445 Fountain Lake Dr, Stafford, TX 77477. 73, Mike Hardwick, N5VCX Chairman Greater Houston

Re: [BVARC] Hamfest Planning Meeting today

2020-02-09 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Planning meeting today. Mike Hardwick. > On Feb 9, 2020, at 1:22 PM, Jeff Greer via BVARC wrote: > >  > I believe this is today > > > > Sent from my mobile phone > > > > Original message > From: Adam Bayard via BVARC > Date: 2/9/20 12:56 PM (GMT-06:00) > To: BRAZOS

Re: [BVARC] Monday Net?

2020-01-20 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
The repeater is not on Echolink. Mike N5VCX From: BVARC On Behalf Of Bill Holden via BVARC Sent: Monday, January 20, 2020 9:06 PM To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB Cc: Bill Holden Subject: Re: [BVARC] Monday Net? Is the repeater accessible thru EchoLink? I don't have a radio

Re: [BVARC] New 5100A

2020-01-17 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
5100A does not have different color screens. Just the black (gray) on white screen. Mike Hardwick. > On Jan 17, 2020, at 3:25 PM, gmuller885--- via BVARC wrote: > >  > Rick: >I also found that but it does not tell me how to change the color. That is > not in the manual i guess. > >

Re: [BVARC] GMRS Repeater

2020-01-08 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Brian, Give me a call at 713-826-6917. Mike Hardwick. > On Jan 8, 2020, at 1:13 PM, David Hold via BVARC wrote: > >  > Try > > https://mygmrs.com/ > > When I counted they listed 7 in houston surround area. - a few open. Rest > were free - to club member > >> On Wed, Jan 8, 2020 at

[BVARC] BVARC Board of Directors Meeting

2020-01-02 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
BVARC BOD meeting this Saturday, 9:00 am to 10:30 am. Bayland Community Center 6400 Bissonnet Street, Houston 77074 73, Mike Hardwick, N5VCX President Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club 713-826-6917 Everyone please check in the Monday Night 146.94MHz net

[BVARC] Greater Houston HamFest - Organizational Meeting

2020-01-02 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
GHHF meeting this Sunday, January 5th, 2pm to 4 pm at Fuddruckers near Katy Mills Mall (west side of the mall). 25407 Fountain Lake Drive, Katy 77494 Mike Hardwick Greater Houston HamFest 713-826-6917 March 7th, 2020 Everyone please check in the

[BVARC] Greater Houston HamFest - Organizational Meeting

2019-12-26 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
GHHF meeting this Sunday, December 29th 3 pm to 5 pm at Fuddruckers in the Fountains. 11445 Fountain Lake Dr, Stafford, TX 77477 Mike Hardwick Greater Houston HamFest 401-584-GHHF (4443) March 7th, 2020 ___ BVARC

Re: [BVARC] Bad connection problem.

2019-12-25 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Jose, Give me a call tomorrow so I can see what is going on with your radio. Thanks, Mike N5VCX 713-826-6917 From: BVARC On Behalf Of Jose , A Rodriguez via BVARC Sent: Wednesday, December 25, 2019 11:51 AM To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB Cc: Jose , A Rodriguez

Re: [BVARC] Crew to Install a crank up?

2019-12-24 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Phil, Give me a call. I have some info that may help you. Mike N5VCX 713-826-6917 From: BVARC On Behalf Of Nizar Mullani via BVARC Sent: Tuesday, December 24, 2019 2:20 PM To: PHILIP BARTASH ; BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB Cc: Nizar Mullani Subject: Re: [BVARC] Crew to

Re: [BVARC] 2020 Houston Marathon - Volunteers Needed!

2019-12-22 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB Cc: Alexander Park Subject: Re: [BVARC] 2020 Houston Marathon - Volunteers Needed! What equipment do I need or can I borrow something? How can I help? Thank You Alex On Sun, Dec 22, 2019 at 5:14 PM Mike Hardwick via BVARC mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org> >

[BVARC] Fwd: West Gulf Division Director Ballot Delivery Delays

2019-10-16 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Mike Hardwick. Begin forwarded message: > From: "ARRL Members Only Web site" > Date: October 16, 2019 at 12:39:42 PM CDT > To: n5...@att.net > Subject: West Gulf Division Director Ballot Delivery Delays > > Greetings ARRL South Texas Section Members, > > Some folks have not received their

[BVARC] It's Time for a Field Trip! - Transtar Tour - Thursday, October 10th, 7:00 pm

2019-10-04 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
It's Time for a Field Trip! The club has had a few field trips over the years - Frosty's ham station at his school, Fort Bend County Emergency Operations Center and Channel 39 transmitter site. Unfortunately, it's been way too long since the last one. So..it's time for another field trip for

[BVARC] Update! - QST, QST, QST - In Houston Texas - ARRL West Gulf Division Director Election Forum - Saturday, September 28th, 2 pm to 4 pm

2019-09-26 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Don’t forget this Saturday, 2 pm to 4 pm the forum for the West Gulf Division Director Election. For the people that may not be able to make it, the forum will be live streamed at: http://hamradio2.com/livestream

[BVARC] QST, QST, QST - In Houston Texas - ARRL West Gulf Division Director Election Forum - Saturday, September 28th, 2 pm to 4 pm

2019-09-21 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
ARRL West Gulf Division Director Election Forum If you are care about the future of amateur radio, you need to set time aside and attend the upcoming forum next Saturday in Houston. The forum, which has the

[BVARC] BVARC General Meeting - Annual Ice Cream Social - This Thursday, August 8th at 7:30 pm

2019-08-06 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Don't' forget about the BVARC general meeting this Thursday, August 8th at 7:30 pm. The evening will be very exciting with lots of fun. There will be: Home Made Ice Cream and Blue Bell with lots of toppings (we are still needing more home made ice cream!) Soft drinks and water Raffle with

[BVARC] Apollo 11 Recreation

2019-07-18 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Real time recreation of the Apollo 11 landing. Listen in to the action from 50 years ago. https://apolloinrealtime.org/11/ Mike N5VCX ___ BVARC mailing list Radio,Radio,Radio We are a radio Club! Talk it up! On the air about every event,

Re: [BVARC] Fw: BVARC_INFO

2019-07-13 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Give me a call. 713-826-6917 Mike Hardwick. > On Jul 13, 2019, at 9:28 AM, Eddie Runner via BVARC wrote: > > > > - Forwarded Message - > From: Brian Armagost > To: i...@bvarc.org > Sent: Friday, July 12, 2019, 09:00:45 PM CDT > Subject: BVARC_INFO > > Good evening, > > I am

[BVARC] BVARC General Meeting This Thursday, July 11th

2019-07-10 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
This Thursday the BVARC general meeting will be a QRP night. Several members will be bringing their QRP radios they have built as well as portable packages they have put together. It will be a hands-on meeting with a video presentation from Tom Morton, W5TOM on a portable antenna that he built for

Re: [BVARC] 2019 Quad Club Mega Field Day Event - Final

2019-06-30 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Event - Final Mike, do you have the callsigns for Daphne, Kelli and Anita? Regards, Ron Litt 281-961-4570 866-667-0521 FAX ron.l...@gmail.com <mailto:ron.l...@gmail.com> From: BVARC mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org> > On Behalf Of Mike Hardwick via BVARC Sent: Tuesday, Jun

[BVARC] 2019 Quad Club Mega Field Day Event - Final

2019-06-25 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
What a crazy weekend and Field Day! With nearly 4000 contacts (and hopefully 15,000 points) this has been the most productive Field Day ever for BVARC and the Quad Club Mega Event. So many people this year worked tirelessly through the Southeast Texas heat to make this year's Field Day the best

[BVARC] 2019 Quad Club Mega Field Day Event - Update #5

2019-06-23 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
The end is only a few minutes away. Before everyone gets busy on tear down, I want to thank everyone for their hard work on this years, Quad Club Mega Feed Day. Without everyone's help, it would have not happened. This year's event was the biggest and best ever. So far we have gotten over 14,000

Re: [BVARC] 2019 Quad Club Mega Field Day Event - Update #4

2019-06-23 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
28.074, 21.074 for FT8 Mike Hardwick. > On Jun 23, 2019, at 12:49 PM, gmuller885--- via BVARC wrote: > > What are the freq for 15 / 20/ 40. And for FT 8. trying to find you on 15 / > 20 /40 and FT8 > > Gerald Muller K9GEM > USN DSC (SW) Retired > gmuller...@aol.com > In a message dated

[BVARC] 2019 Quad Club Mega Field Day Event - Update #4

2019-06-23 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
It has been an unbelievable Field Day so far. We have hit and surpassed so many points from last year it will be next to impossible to ever beat them. So far we have exceeded 10, 000 points! A new record for the Quad Club Mega Field Day event! Thanks to all who worked hard on getting the

[BVARC] 2019 Quad Club Mega Field Day Event - Update #3

2019-06-22 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
I know its late but there is still food service until 7:30 pm. The food is great with brisket, sausage, potato salad, macaroni and cheese and beans. We also have several different cakes for desert so come on out and fill up. The bands are a little noisy but contacts are being made. There are

Re: [BVARC] 2019 Quad Club Mega Field Day Event - Update #2

2019-06-22 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
apj Howard Bingham in Deer Park. > > -- > >> On 6/21/2019 10:38 PM, Mike Hardwick via BVARC wrote: >> Well so far the set-up has gone well with only a few hiccups. Most of the >> antennas have been installed in their respective locations. Final >> installation of

Re: [BVARC] 6 Meters is Open NOW!

2019-06-21 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Jeff, If you are talking about Saturday morning only, that will not work since the event does not start until 1 pm Saturday. Sunday morning would be the only time that would work. However, we also have to coordinate operation between the other VHF station (6 meters) since we can only

[BVARC] 2019 Quad Club Mega Field Day Event - Update #1

2019-06-20 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
As President of Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club and host for the 2019 Quad Club Mega Field Day (maybe QCFDC?), I want to welcome all club members and their families and friends out to this weekend's event. This year's event is a culmination of hard work by many club members to help promote

Re: [BVARC] FIELD DAY SETUP and OPERATIONS

2019-06-19 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Yes Scott. Please go by the warehouse. Mike Hardwick. > On Jun 19, 2019, at 5:42 PM, Scott Medbury via BVARC wrote: > > > HAS ANYONE picked up the coolers and anything else that might be needed from > the storage locker? > > If I do NOT hear from anyone, I will be going there TOMORROW

[BVARC] Quad Club Field Day - Planning Meeting - This Sunday, June 9th

2019-06-05 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
There will be a planning meeting for the Quad club or Mega Field Day this Sunday, June 9th , 2019. It will held from 11 am to 1pm at the Fuddruckers at the Fountains on the Southwest Freeway in Stafford. https://www.google.com/maps/place/Fuddruckers/@29.6383353,-95.5837112,15z/da

[BVARC] Quad Club Field Day - Planning Meeting - This Sunday, May 26

2019-05-22 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
There will be a planning meeting for the Quad club or Mega Field Day this Sunday, May 26th, 2019. It will held from 2pm to 4pm at the Fuddruckers at the Fountains on the Southwest Freeway in Stafford. https://www.google.com/maps/place/Fuddruckers/@29.6383353,-95.5837112,15z/da

Re: [BVARC] Antenna modification

2019-04-15 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
. Sent via the Samsung Galaxy S8+, an AT 5G Evolution capable smartphone Original message From: Mike Hardwick via BVARC mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org> > Date: 4/15/19 11:30 AM (GMT-06:00) To: bvarc@bvarc.org <mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org> Cc: Mike Hardwick mailto:n

[BVARC] Antenna modification

2019-04-15 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Has anyone ever tried to use a fiberglass CB antenna for HF (using a tuner of course) as the vertical radiator? I have one that is two section and approximately 18 feet tall. It has a sealed matching network in the base of the antenna. I hate to throw away this new antenna when it could be

Re: [BVARC] Greater Houston HamFest Wrap-up Meeting - This Sunday, 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm, April 7th, 2019

2019-04-07 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Just got back to town after a long drive in the rain. Can't make it. Sorry. JP From: BVARC mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org> > On Behalf Of Mike Hardwick via BVARC Sent: Sunday, April 07, 2019 2:18 PM To: bvarc@bvarc.org <mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org> ; bvarc...@bvarc.org &

Re: [BVARC] Greater Houston HamFest Wrap-up Meeting - This Sunday, 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm, April 7th, 2019

2019-04-07 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Mike, I am not going to make it today. So sorry. Daphne Sent from my iPhone On Apr 7, 2019, at 2:18 PM, Mike Hardwick via BVARC mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org> > wrote: Just to confirm for everyone, there is a wrap-up today, Sunday March 7th, between 4 pm and 6 pm at Fuddr

Re: [BVARC] Greater Houston HamFest Wrap-up Meeting - This Sunday, 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm, April 7th, 2019

2019-04-07 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Just to confirm for everyone, there is a wrap-up today, Sunday March 7th, between 4 pm and 6 pm at Fuddruckers on the Southwest Freeway at the Fountains. So bring all of your thoughts for this year and your plans for the 2020 Greater Houston HamFest. 73, Mike N5VCX Chairman

[BVARC] Greater Houston HamFest Wrap-up Meeting - This Sunday, 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm, April 7th, 2019

2019-04-03 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
There will be a wrap-up meeting this Sunday between 4 pm and 6 pm at Fuddruckers on the Southwest Freeway at the Fountains. So bring all of your thoughts for this year and your plans for the 2020 Greater Houston HamFest. 73, Mike N5VCX Chairman Greater Houston HamFest

[BVARC] Greater Houston Hamfest

2019-03-23 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
I want to thank everyone for a great 2019 HamFest. With everyone’s hard work the HamFest was successful and everyone had a wonderful time. Mike Hardwick, N5VCX President Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club ___ BVARC mailing list Radio,Radio,Radio We

Re: [BVARC] ***SPAM*** Fw: Support Ray

2019-03-09 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
It is a phishing e-mail. Do not click on the links. Mike Hardwick N5VCX From: BVARC On Behalf Of Travis Burgess via BVARC Sent: Saturday, March 09, 2019 9:20 AM To: Allen Brier N5XZ ; BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB Cc: Travis Burgess Subject: Re: [BVARC] ***SPAM*** Fw: Support

[BVARC] BVARC General Meeting Thursday, March 14th, 2019

2019-03-08 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Coming up next Thursday at the BVARC general meeting will be several mini-programs: Building Kits - Design and Technics Donovan Bali Public Service Events - 47th Annual Buffalo Bayou Regatta, A Review Mark Janzer There will also be a quick review of the Greater Houston Hamfest. We are

[BVARC] BVARC Board of Directors Meeting - Saturday, March 9th, 2019

2019-03-08 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Don't forget tomorrow for the BVARC Board of Directors meeting. It will be held this Saturday, March 9th from 9:00 am to 11:00am. The meeting will be held at: Bayland Park Community Center

[BVARC] Greater Houston Hamfest Meeting - This Sunday, 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm, March 10th, 2019

2019-03-05 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
The Greater Houston Hamfest is less than 3 weeks away. There are still many items to get completed. There will be an organizational meeting this Sunday between 2 and 4 pm at Fuddruckers on the Southwest Freeway at the Fountains. So if you would like to help with the HamFest, come to the

[BVARC] BVARC VE testing for March 9th and HamFest Testing Info

2019-03-05 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
There WILL BE NO amateur radio testing at Bayland Park this Saturday, March 9th due to lack of meeting room space. Testing will return to the normal time and day in April. All candidates have been notified and they will be taking their test at the Hamfest on March 23rd.

[BVARC] Greater Houston Hamfest Meeting - This Saturday, 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm, February 16, 2018

2019-02-14 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
The Greater Houston Hamfest is only 5 weeks away. I know there has be little communications on the planning and coordination but the HamFest is still moving forward. So... This Saturday between 2 and 4 pm there will be an organizational meeting (finally). So if you would like to help with the

Re: [BVARC] Activation

2018-12-08 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Today was a work party. Mike Hardwick. > On Dec 8, 2018, at 12:35 PM, Travis Burgess via BVARC wrote: > > Are the Texas and Stewart up today? Considering the weather. > > Travis > K5HTB > > ___ > BVARC mailing list > BVARC@bvarc.org >

Re: [BVARC] BVARC Board of Directors Meeting -Schedule Change

2018-11-28 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
December 8th is the correct date. Mike Hardwick. > On Nov 28, 2018, at 8:11 AM, K5IZO via BVARC wrote: > > Oops, he got copied. Mike, for reinforcement, please reply to all that > indeed it is back to the 8th. > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Nov 28, 2018, at 7:54 AM, K5IZO via BVARC

[BVARC] BVARC Board of Directors Meeting -Schedule Change

2018-11-28 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
It's that time again but with the holiday's schedules change. The BVARC Board of Directors was scheduled for this Saturday but will be moved to the following Saturday. The BOD meeting has been changed to December 8th. Mark your calendar with the change. BVARC Board of Directors

Re: [BVARC] Chili supper and elections

2018-11-08 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Meeting time is always 7:30. But showing up at 7:00 you get to met other club members. Mike Hardwick. > On Nov 8, 2018, at 2:11 PM, mark janzer via BVARC wrote: > > The meeting starts at 7:30 > > 73 > Mark > K5MGJ > > > > On ‎Thursday‎, ‎November‎ ‎8‎, ‎2018‎ ‎02‎:‎01‎:‎02‎ ‎PM‎ ‎CST, JP

[BVARC] FW: BVARC Board of Directors Meeting - 9:00 am, Saturday, September 8th, 2018

2018-09-08 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
I forgot to mention the in the e-mail, click on the picture below. It is a time lapse of the dish moving. Mike N5VCX From: BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org] On Behalf Of Mike Hardwick via BVARC Sent: Friday, September 07, 2018 3:26 PM To: 'BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB' Cc

[BVARC] BVARC Board of Directors Meeting - 9:00 am, Saturday, September 8th, 2018

2018-09-07 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
I'm back and it's that time again. Don't forget the BVARC Board of Directors meetings this Saturday. Come to the board meeting and see if I have an Australian accent. BVARC Board of Directors Meeting9:00 am to 10:30 am The meeting will be

Re: [BVARC] Australia

2018-08-17 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
e to pack for for next destination. On > the air for sure tomorrow. > > Mike Hardwick. > >> On Aug 16, 2018, at 7:02 AM, Mike Hardwick via BVARC wrote: >> >> Running behind schedule this morning. If I make it on the air at all, it >> will be 6pm Houston

Re: [BVARC] Australia

2018-08-16 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Not feeling well this morning plus have to pack for for next destination. On the air for sure tomorrow. Mike Hardwick. > On Aug 16, 2018, at 7:02 AM, Mike Hardwick via BVARC wrote: > > Running behind schedule this morning. If I make it on the air at all, it will > be 6pm Houston

Re: [BVARC] Australia

2018-08-15 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
nd, but nothing understandable. I'll be here tomorrow, same time, >> same place. I think John intends the same. >> >> JP >> >> -Original Message- >> From: BVARC On Behalf Of Mike Hardwick via BVARC >> Sent: Tuesday, August 14, 2018 4:41 P

Re: [BVARC] Australia

2018-08-14 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
VARC wrote: >> >> I’ll be listening and ready to respond. >> >> JP >> K5JPP >> >> Sent from my iPhone >> >>> On Aug 14, 2018, at 8:32 AM, Mike Hardwick via BVARC >>> wrote: >>> >>> Don’t know how

[BVARC] Australia

2018-08-14 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Don’t know how well it will work but I will be on the air from 4:30 to 4:45 pm Houston time for the next three days. I will be on 14.325 MHz +/- 5. Mike N5VCX ___ BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org

Re: [BVARC] BVARC Board of Directors Meeting - 9:00 am, Saturday, August 4th, 2018

2018-08-02 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
, not these days. From: BVARC On Behalf Of Mike Hardwick via BVARC Sent: Thursday, August 2, 2018 16:54 To: 'BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB' Cc: Mike Hardwick Subject: [BVARC] BVARC Board of Directors Meeting - 9:00 am, Saturday, August 4th, 2018 It's that time again. Don't forget the BVARC

[BVARC] BVARC Board of Directors Meeting - 9:00 am, Saturday, August 4th, 2018

2018-08-02 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
It's that time again. Don't forget the BVARC Board of Directors meetings this Saturday. Also don't forget Austin Summerfest this weekend. BVARC Board of Directors Meeting9:00 am to 10:30 am The meeting will be held at: Bayland Park

[BVARC] BVARC BOD Meeting and Field Day Wrap-up - July 21st, 2018

2018-07-13 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
After several busy months, it is time to get back to work on club functions and management. Mark your calendar down for the following meetings: Board of Directors Saturday, July 21st 11:00 am to 12:30 pm Quad Club Field Day Wrap-up

[BVARC] BVARC General Meeting - This Thursday, July 12th, 2018

2018-07-11 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
What goes up and doesn't come down (or at least for now)? The International Space Station that's what. The ISS has been up since 1998 (first module) and will be orbiting the Earth until 2028 or when it is sold off to the Ru or Chi. Just joking! Since there is a ton of things happening to

[BVARC] Board of Directors Meeting

2018-07-06 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Sorry for the late notice. Between work and work, things have been a little busy. There will be no Board of Directors meeting tomorrow due to the lack of a quorum. Several of the BOD members are out of pocket traveling and some are at the Texas City hamfest. So...I hope to see everyone

[BVARC] Update - Field Day - This Weekend June 23rd and 24th

2018-06-22 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
The Start of Field Day is just a few hours away. So far the set-up for Field Day has gone extremely well. Over 30 people came out today to help with set-up and assembly of antennas and computers networks. Bill, W5VOM, and his crack antenna installation team and Glen, WB5TUF, with his IT

[BVARC] Field Day - This Weekend June 23rd and 24th

2018-06-22 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Field Day is finally here. Only hours to go. Set-up for the Quad Club Field Day Extravaganza starts in just a few hours today. Club members from all over Texas will be zeroing in on Duhacsek Park in Sugar Land to set-up antennas and equipment for Field Day. If everything is set-up in time, we

[BVARC] Field Day - This Weekend June 23rd and 24th

2018-06-21 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Field Day is finally here (or it will be here in 54 hours)! Set-up starts tomorrow afternoon and finishes around 1 pm on Saturday. Then the event starts around 1pm on Saturday through 1 pm Sunday. With four ham radio clubs groups joining together again this year, this combined Field Day is

[BVARC] Quad Club Field Day - Less that one week to go!

2018-06-16 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
The meetings are behind us and the event is just down the road. The last three most important things are left: 1. Everyone that would like to operate needs to sign up on the list on the BVARC web site. 2. Invite anyone you can think of. The more the merrier. 3. Talk the event

[BVARC] Quad Club Field Day - Planning Meeting - This Saturday June 16th, 2018

2018-06-13 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Quad Club Field Day final planning meeting will be held this Saturday from 10 am to noon at Duhacsek Park Community Center 17034 Old Richmond Rd, Sugar Land, TX 77498

[BVARC] BVARC General Meeting - This Thursday June 14th

2018-06-12 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Matt Cline, K3JMC, will bring to us the in-and-outs on Digital Mobile Radio or DMR. DMR is growing fast and Houston already has nearly 15 repeaters operating DMR. Come out to the meeting to find out more on this fast growing digital format. Also staring at the June meeting will be the BVARC

[BVARC] BVARC Board of Directors Meeting - This Saturday, June 9th, 2018 - Cancelled

2018-06-07 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Due to this month having so many functions and activities, Museum Ships, Hamcom and Field Day, The Board of Directors Meeting will be cancelled this Saturday. We will get back to work on club functions next month. In the meantime, I hope everyone had a great time at Museum Ships. I did not

Re: [BVARC] Field Day Planning Meeting

2018-05-18 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
ated. I'm in Ohio right now, but > will be back to Texas on June 3rd. With a new site, i would like to take a > ride out there to find it, rather than trying to get there on Friday > afternoon for set up. > > 73 de Jim - KE8G > >> On Fri, May 18, 2018 at 2:36 PM, Mike Hard

Re: [BVARC] Field Day Planning Meeting

2018-05-18 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
No meeting tomorrow. Call me. Mike Hardwick. 713-826-6917 > On May 18, 2018, at 1:32 PM, Doug Seyler via BVARC wrote: > > Does anyone know where tomorrow’s FD planning meeting will be held? Is it at > the new FD site in Sugar Land? > > Thanks, > > Doug Seyler WB5TKI >

[BVARC] BVARC General Meeting - This Thursday, May 10th, 2018

2018-05-08 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Make sure you come out to BVARC general meeting this Thursday to be wowed and amazed by the incredible electronic knowledge of Robert Polinski, KD5YVQ. Robert will be starting a series of informative programs at the general meetings in the coming months, ranging from aviation and railroad

[BVARC] BVARC Board of Directors Meeting, MSWE and BVARC Quad Club Field Day Planning Session - Saturday, May 5th, 2018

2018-05-03 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
It's that time again. Both MSWE and Field Day are around the corner. Planning sessions for both this Saturday so don't miss out. BVARC Board of Directors Meeting9:00 am to 10:30 am Museum Ships Weekend and Field Day Planning 10:30 am to

Re: [BVARC] Allstar connecting help

2018-04-21 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
an people from Alabama. Which led me to an AllStar setup to connect to a speciific node and the people there. Not having much luck...Need advise.. Gayle Dotts KF5LVZ.soon to be N5DOT On Sat, Apr 21, 2018 at 5:58 PM, Mike Hardwick via BVARC <bvarc@bvarc.org> wrote: Did

Re: [BVARC] Allstar connecting help

2018-04-21 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Did you try another repeater? Mike Hardwick. > On Apr 21, 2018, at 5:23 PM, Gayle Dotts via BVARC wrote: > > A long time ago I was able to connect on a node thru AllStar using my radio > by connecting up to a repeater AllStar equipped an by a series of *3 > (followed by the

Re: [BVARC] 2/70 uhf/vhf home base antenna

2018-04-15 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Need more information than you provided: 1. Are you talking about analog repeater or digital repeater? 2. There are not very many digital/fusion repeaters in Houston. There are many more UHF DMR repeaters in the area. 3. You did not say what part of Houston you are in.

Re: [BVARC] Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club General Meeting - Thursday April 12th, 2018

2018-04-11 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
As I have been made aware of, the general meeting date is April 12th, not the 18th. That's what happens when I do this at 4 in the morning! See you at the meeting. N5VCX From: Mike Hardwick [mailto:n5...@att.net] Sent: Wednesday, April 11, 2018 3:51 AM To: BRAZOS VALLEY

[BVARC] Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club General Meeting - Thursday April 12th, 2018

2018-04-11 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Don't forget this Thursday, April 18th, the BVARC General Meeting. We will have Jeff Walter, KE5FGA, the ARES District 14 SEC doing a presentation on ARES and the work that was done during Hurricane Harvey. Make sure you come by to see Jeff's presentation. Also don't forget the two events

[BVARC] BVARC Board of Directors Meeting and Greater Houston Hamfest Meeting - Saturday, April 5th, 2018

2018-04-05 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Hope you had a chance to visit the Hamfest. It was a great time and things are moving forward for a great 2019 event. Hope to see everyone at the BOD meeting and the Hamfest wrap-up meeting. BVARC Board of Directors Meeting9:00 am to 10:30 am

Re: [BVARC] Greater Houston Hamfest Meeting - This Saturday, 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm, March 10, 2018

2018-03-07 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
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[BVARC] Greater Houston Hamfest Meeting - This Saturday, 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm, March 10, 2018

2018-03-07 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
The Greater Houston Hamfest is only nine days away. There is still a lot of planning and coordination that needs to be done. This Saturday between 1 and 3 pm, I hope to get everything on the final page for the Hamfest. If you have already volunteered for a position, please make sure you make

[BVARC] Congratulations

2018-02-10 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Michael, Congratulations on the US Navy naming a ship after you. I think that's great. It looks like they misspelled your name though. https://www.popularmechanics.com/military/navy-ships/a16639319/uss-michael-m onsoor-zumwalt-class-stealth-destroyer/ Mike N5VCX

[BVARC] Greater Houston Hamfest - Amateur Radio License Testing

2018-02-05 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
The Greater Houston Hamfest is just around the corner and we are still needing volunteers. One type of volunteer that is needed are VE's amateur radio license testing. We are needing approximately 6 VE's to help with the testing that will be coordinated by Rick Broussard, N6KJN. If you would like

[BVARC] BVARC Board of Directors Meeting and Greater Houston Hamfest Meeting - Saturday, February 3rd, 2018

2018-02-01 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Wonderful Banquet. Hamfest coming up soon. Keep checking the Hamfest website for more information. This Saturday, don't forget BVARC Board of Directors Meeting9:00 am to 10:30 am Greater Houston Hamfest Planning Session 10:30

[BVARC] BVARC Board of Directors Meeting and Greater Houston Hamfest Meeting - Saturday, January 6th, 2018

2018-01-03 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Hope everybody is staying warm. Don't forget to get your ticket for the BVARC awards banquet on Friday, January 12th, 2018. More information on the BVARC website. BVARC Board of Directors Meeting9:00 am to 10:30 am Greater Houston Hamfest

[BVARC] BVARC Board of Directors Meeting and Greater Houston Hamfest Meeting - Saturday, December 9th, 2017

2017-12-08 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Snow all around Houston this morning. Watch out for the ice on the roadway. Don't forget Home Brew night this Thursday! BVARC Board of Directors Meeting9:00 am to 10:30 am Greater Houston Hamfest Planning Session 10:30 am to

Re: [BVARC] 7:30??

2017-11-09 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Yes. Mike Hardwick. > On Nov 9, 2017, at 1:36 PM, John parmalee via BVARC wrote: > > > > Sent through the international space station > > ___ > BVARC mailing list > BVARC@bvarc.org >

[BVARC] BVARC Board of Directors Meeting and Greater Houston Hamfest Meeting - Saturday, November 4th, 2017

2017-11-02 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
I apologize for the short notice. Recovery still continues in Houston from Hurricane Harvey. Several club members are still displaced living in apartments and with relatives. It is trying and difficult times but at least one bright light is on - The Astros won the World Series! I hope

[BVARC] General Meeting Program Information for Thursday, October 12, 2107

2017-10-10 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Sorry for the late notice but Hurricane Harvey is still affecting many club members around Houston. I hope everyone will be able to attend the meeting for these two interesting programs. Program 1 - "The History of the Yagi-Uda Antenna Array" The Radio Hotel will present "The

[BVARC] BVARC Board of Directors Meeting and Greater Houston Hamfest Meeting - Saturday, October 7th, 2017

2017-10-06 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
I apologize for the delay and short notice I know many of you are still working on recovering from Hurricane Harvey. I will try and keep the meetings short to just get everyone back to their cleanup. We have to do some basic housekeeping for club business and Hamfest preparation.

Re: [BVARC] Drone Hitting an Airplane

2017-09-11 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
But is it real or a fake? N5VCX Mike Hardwick. > On Sep 11, 2017, at 7:22 AM, Jeffery MacMillian via BVARC > wrote: > > Good Morning, > > This morning we were discussing a Drone Hitting an Airplane video and I want > to provide a link. > Apparently we have several Ham

[BVARC] BVARC Board of Directors Meeting and Greater Houston Hamfest Meeting - Saturday, September 8th, 2017

2017-09-08 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Sorry for the delay and short notice I know everyone is working on recovering from Hurricane Harvey. These meetings will be short to just get some housekeeping done for club business and Hamfest preparation. BVARC Board of Directors Meeting9:00 am

Re: [BVARC] Police/Fire call listening on UHF/VHF

2017-08-29 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Houston police and fire moved off uhf 7 years ago. Basically everything in Harris county is on either the Txwarn or City of Houston trunking systems. Mike Hardwick. > On Aug 29, 2017, at 7:13 AM, Gayle Dotts via BVARC wrote: > > Out of curiosity is it allowed to listen in on

[BVARC] BVARC Board of Directors Meeting and Greater Houston Hamfest Meeting - Saturday, August 4th, 2017

2017-08-03 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
It been a while so don't forget this Saturday, August 4th, 2017 BVARC Board of Directors Meeting9:00 am to 10:30 am Greater Houston Hamfest Planning Session 10:30 am to 12:00 noon The meetings will be held at: Bayland Park

Re: [BVARC] Ham Equipment available

2017-07-17 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Hello Dan, You best bet would be to post it on the club's web site and see if anyone is interested. If not, listing in on QRZ or one of the ham radio web sites would be the best for the largest audience. If you want to sell it direct, then it would be best to sell the equipment at one of the

[BVARC] BVARC Board of Directors meeting

2017-07-04 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Due to scheduling issues and the Texas City Hamfest, the BVARC BOD meeting is canceled for July. The meeting will be back on schedule August 5th. If you have any questions, please feel free to give me a call. Hope to see you in Texas City. Thanks, Mike Hardwick, N5VCX

Re: [BVARC] FIELD! DAY THIS WEEKEND !!!

2017-06-28 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Send it out on this address: bvarc@bvarc.org Sorry you couldn't make it. It was a great time. Hope you get a response. Drop by a meeting when you can. Mike N5VCX 713-826-6917 From: Susan Davenport [mailto:susan.davenp...@texanacenter.com] Sent: Tuesday, June 27,

Re: [BVARC] FIELD DAY NEXT WEEKEND!

2017-06-18 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Here is the link for signing up for Field Day. https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form?EQBCT=5e4f5e85ca934aad9aac750db184d775 Mike N5VCX From: BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org] On Behalf Of Roy Storey via BVARC Sent: Sunday, June 18, 2017 9:50 PM To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO

[BVARC] BVARC/TDXS/ECHO/KARS Field Day Meeting - This Sunday June 11, 2017 - 2 pm to 4 pm

2017-06-09 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
Don’t forget this weekend. BVARC/TDXS/ECHO/KARS Field Day organizational meeting. Location Pecan Grove Volunteer Fire Department Fire Station #1 727 Pitts Road Richmond, Texas 77469 Date Sunday, June 11, 2017

[BVARC] BVARC/TDXS/ECHO/KARS Field Day Meeting - This Sunday June 11, 2017 - 2 pm to 4 pm

2017-06-06 Thread Mike Hardwick via BVARC
BVARC/TDXS/ECHO/KARS Field Day organizational meeting this weekend Location Pecan Grove Volunteer Fire Department Fire Station #1 727 Pitts Road Richmond, Texas 77469 Date Sunday, June 11, 2017 Time

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