Tuesday, August 30, 2016

Ohio Section Digital Radio Survey Results .. Plus more..

Digital Radios..

A few months back a survey was conducted on the Ohio Section website to find out just which mode
seems to be the most popular right now. Popular being who's using what digital mode the most.

The survey showed the following:

D-Star - 11%
Fusion - 28%
DMR - 61%

Now I realize that this survey is not very scientific, but I feel that it does show that DMR seems to be the up and coming new digital mode that's worth looking at. There were over 250 responses to this survey and 30 of them were from digital repeater owners.

What I have discovered through this poll is that buy/owning a digital radio is a lot like buying a car. Some only like Ford's and others like Chevy's.. Is one better than the other? That really depends on who's doing the buying and what the needs of the person are! So with that in mind, please don't misinterpret this survey as being conclusive. It isn't. It's just a fun way of finding out who's using what right now.

I use DMR. I purchased a Tytera MD-380 radio and it uses what is called a "codeplug" to plug into all the repeaters. This is where the settings for each repeater are located. This codeplug is created by someone and can be "cloned" to any amount of other like radios. It's not proprietary so exchanging it between friends is ok. Firmware updates are also free for you as well.

Now because I travel all over the state I was finding that there are a lot of DMR repeaters around that if I only had them programmed in I could use them as I travel.. So, I went to a friend of mine with this problem and he resolved it for me by creating a codeplug with all of the DMR repeaters in Ohio programmed into it. Thanks Andy.. This codeplug can be used to program any of the very popular Tytera MD-380's or MD-390 digital UHF radios.

For those of you who are looking for a great use for DMR, there are several nets around the country that you can freely join in on.

We also have a statewide net in Ohio that meets the 1st and 3rd Wednesday at 8:30pm local.

There's also a statewide net in Kentucky that meets every Thursday at 8pm local and in Indiana that meets at 8pm local Tuesday's on the Indiana statewide talkgroup.

Want a copy of the codeplug that I use?  Send me an email and I'll send it over to you.. n8sy@n8sy.com    

Please note.. This codeplug is for the Tytera MD-380 / MD-390 only.

For the most recent updates and information, please go to:  http://arrl-ohio.org/digital.html   

>>  NOTE: <<

I also want to let you all know that you must have a registration number to plug into the codeplug prior to uploading this codeplug to your radio..

If you don't have a registration number, you can obtain one through this link..

*Remember to add your DMR ID to this plug before you add this codeplug to your radio.*

Special Note:

TYT/Tytera did release new firmware. This is *NEWER* firmware than what came out in June. They also released an updated CPS to program code plugs to your radio.

It is important that you update with the correct firmware for your radio. The vendor has been using a different vocoder, so the software OS number may be different on certain radios. Below is a link to the Canadian DMR group that seems to be TYT's preferred delivery method for new software updates. They document how to read firmware on radio for the correct download. 



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The Ohio Section ARES Statewide Conference is being held on Saturday - September 24th at the
Marion Technical College (shared with Ohio State Marion Campus)  1467 Mt Vernon Ave in Marion..  

We would like to see anyone that is interested in Ohio’s ARES programs to come to this event.. We are asking for everyone to register so we have some idea of just how many folks will be attending..

The registration form is located


Let’s get a great turnout for this!!

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Hey Gang..  Have you gotten registered for the NEWEST “Handbook Giveaway” drawing on the website yet? It’s there, and there’s really not much time left to get entered for this month.. Time is clicking away very fast and you have until Wednesday night - August 31st to enter..

To enter the drawing all you need to do is fill in a couple of boxes on the form.. (your name and email). That’s you need to do to be entered into a drawing to win a 2016 ARRL softcover Handbook. There’s nothing else required (Oh.. You do need to be a resident of Ohio to win..)   The winner will be mailed the Handbook at my cost. This is being offered just to see how many folks are really checking in on the website. Got the idea? Best of luck to you!!

Go to:  http://arrl-ohio.org/handbook.html  to get registered.

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Jamboree on the Air (JOTA) Stations Encouraged to Register and File Post-Event Reports


Scouting’s Jamboree on the Air (JOTA) officials are asking JOTA 2016 participants not only to register for this year’s event, but to follow up with a post-JOTA report. As an incentive, all stations filing reports will automatically be entered to win an Icom ID-51A hand-held transceiver. The 59th annual JOTA takes place October 14-16.

“Last year we had 400 stations register but only 200 stations file a report,” said JOTA Coordinator Jim Wilson, K5ND. “We’re going to improve that this year. Icom America and Ray Novak, N9JA, have stepped up to help us with a considerable incentive.”

Wilson pointed out that only BSA stations will be eligible to win. “These prizes are for the station. It’s up to you to determine who gets it or how you share it,” he said. “Of course, everyone who files a report will receive the 2016 Jamboree on the Air Certificate.”

More than 1 million Scouts in 150+ countries — at nearly 18,000 stations — are expected to take part in JOTA 2016, engaging with other Scouts to talk about Amateur Radio and their Scouting experiences. “JOTA is about conversations across town and around the world, rather than about contacts,” Wilson said.

The JOTA reporting system will open right after JOTA weekend; reports are due on November 1, with the prize drawing held that week. “Designate someone on your team to collect the information needed for your report,” Wilson recommended, pointing to a list of “best practices” to ensure a report that “truly captures your event.”

JOTA Guidelines for Amateur Radio Operators are available online. Among other advice, the operating guide points out that US Scouts may speak directly with Scouts in other countries as long as a third-party agreement exists between that country and the US. A Scout station spotting cluster also will be available this year, to show who’s on the air and where. Dave Edwards, KD2E, and Andy O’Brien, K3UK, have developed a Scout scheduling page for teams to post their frequencies.

JOTA stations have been asked to avoid other operating activities taking place over the October 14-16 weekend, including the Worked All Germany contest-free zones. Four state QSO parties also take place over JOTA weekend — Illinois, Iowa, New York, and South Dakota.

Wilson also asked for the cooperation of contesters. “As you participate in these or other contests that weekend, please keep in mind that Scouts will be on the air at the same time,” Wilson advised competitors. “For most, this will be their first experience with Amateur Radio. Please be courteous and where possible provide some contest free space around their ongoing QSOs near the Scouting frequencies. After all, they are the next generation of ham operators — or not.”

Want more information about JOTA or our Scouting Programs in Ohio? 
Contact Scott Hixon at:  kc8itn@arrl.net

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Are you getting those emails from me? If not, all you have to do is to “Opt-In” to receive them. Heck, just send me an email at:  n8sy@n8sy.com
 
I’ll get you added to the mailing list. There’s a link to do this on the Ohio Section website, it’s on the bottom left corner.. For your convenience, here’s a direct link to it:  http://arrl-ohio.org/forwarder/forwarding.html

I urge all of you to make sure that everyone, regardless of whether they are a League member or not, get signed up for one of these options. You can always  “Opt-Out”  at any time if you feel this is not what you were expecting.

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Upcoming Hamfests in Ohio..


* 09/11/2016 | Findlay Hamfest
   Location: Findlay, OH
   Sponsor: Findlay Radio Club

* 09/17/2016 | OH-KY-IN Hamfest
   Location: Cincinnati, OH
   Sponsor: OH-KY-IN Amateur Radio Society
   Website: http://www.ohkyin.org

* 09/25/2016 | Cleveland Hamfest and Computer Show
   Location: Berea, OH
   Sponsor: Hamfest Association of Cleveland
   Website: http://www.hac.org

>> Pennsylvania Hamfest.. <<
The Uniontown Amateur Radio Club will conduct the 67th Annual GABFEST
on the Saturday of Labor Day Weekend -- Saturday, September 3, 2016!
The gates open 8:00 AM with vendors welcome at any time prior to 8:00 AM!

The GABFEST will be held at the Radio Club Grounds located on Old Pittsburgh Road
just off RT 51 and US RT 119 in Uniontown, PA

Talk in will be provided on 147.045 + (PL 131.8).
Just call for W3PIE Gabfest Talk-In.
This talk-in is provided for directions and Gabfest information.
No check in is needed if you know how to get here!

As always, free admission with free parking available!
The World renowned W3PIE Breakfast & Lunch and other refreshments will be available!
Free Swap-N-Shop Set-up with registration!

For more information contact:
Contact Tony Alviar 724-430-1277 (M-F 8-4) email to:  talviar@fcema.org

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Got questions, concerns or would just like to sit and chat awhile?

Give me a call at (419) 512-4445 or email me at:  n8sy@n8sy.com    

Want to sit and have a cup of coffee? I’m available.. Heck, I’ll even buy the coffee!!

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Friday, August 26, 2016

August 25th Edition of the ARRL Letter has been posted..

Hi Gang,

Just wanted to let you all know that the August 25th edition of the ARRL Letter has been posted..

Go take a look..    >> Click Here <<


73,

Scott, N8SY..

Tuesday, August 23, 2016

Election Results.. Plus more..

Summer Section Manager Election Results Announced…

In Ohio, Scott Yonally, N8SY, earned a new term of as SM, outpolling Matt Welch, W8DEC, of
Windsor, 1392 to 483. Yonally, of Mansfield, has been Ohio’s SM since 2014.


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Don’t forget that the Ohio QSO Party will be starting at noon on Saturday, August 27 and continuing until midnight is the annual Ohio QSO Party.  It’s the one time of the year an effort is made to have all 88 Ohio counties active. In 2015 86 of Ohio’s counties had participation. During this event, many county-hunters from throughout the world will be looking for new Ohio Counties for their program awards.  If you think trying to work all 88 counties from within Ohio is difficult, think how difficult it is from Europe, Australia or Japan!  Your contact just could make someone’s day by allowing them to add a new county to their logbook.

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From the 8th Region Incoming QSL Manager,

Jack Shirley, N8DX

All W1AW/X cards have been sorted and are being shipped out to the letter managers this week. The only exception is the letter F which is transition to a new manager. Letter O may be a bit behind as K4ZLE is on the CY9 expedition.

The ARRL pays the expenses of the QSL bureau from which they make no profit. Most other bureaus around the world require membership and charge fees.  If you are not an ARRL member consider joining or make a donation.

73,

Jack, N8DX

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Hey Gang..  Have you gotten registered for the NEWEST “Handbook Giveaway” drawing on the website yet? It’s there, and there’s not much time left to get entered for this month.. Time is clicking away very fast and you have until this Sunday night to enter.

To enter the drawing all you need to do is fill in a couple of boxes on the form.. (your name and email). That’s you need to do to be entered into a drawing to win a 2016 ARRL softcover Handbook. There’s nothing else required (Oh.. You do need to be a resident of Ohio to win..)   The winner will be mailed the Handbook at my cost. This is being offered just to see how many folks are really checking in on the website. Got the idea? Best of luck to you!!  Go to http://arrl-ohio.org/handbook.html  to get registered.

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Are you getting those emails from me? If not, all you have to do is to “Opt-In” to receive them. Heck, just send me an email n8sy@n8sy.com
  
I’ll get you added to the mailing list. There’s a link to do this on the Ohio Section website, it’s on the bottom left corner.. For your convenience, here’s a direct link to it:  http://arrl-ohio.org/forwarder/forwarding.html  I urge all of you to make sure that everyone, regardless of whether they are a League member or not, get signed up for one of these options. You can always  “Opt-Out”  at any time if you feel this is not what you were expecting.

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Upcoming Hamfests in Ohio..

* 09/11/2016 | Findlay Hamfest
   Location: Findlay, OH
   Sponsor: Findlay Radio Club

* 09/17/2016 | OH-KY-IN Hamfest
Location: Cincinnati, OH
   Sponsor: OH-KY-IN Amateur Radio Society
   Website: http://www.ohkyin.org

* 09/25/2016 | Cleveland Hamfest and Computer Show
   Location: Berea, OH
   Sponsor: Hamfest Association of Cleveland
   Website: http://www.hac.org

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The Ohio Section ARES Statewide Conference is being held on Saturday - September 24th at the Marion Technical College (shared with Ohio State Marion Campus)  1467 Mt Vernon Ave in Marion..   We would like to see anyone that is interested in Ohio’s ARES programs to come to this event.. We are asking for everyone to register so we have some idea of just how many folks will be attending.. The registration form is located   http://arrl-ohio.org/SEC/form.html 

Let’s get a great turnout for this!!

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Lastly.. I want to personally thank each and every one of you for your vote of confidence in me to continue serving all of you as your Section Manager. I have always been, and will continue to be there for YOU!!

Got questions, concerns or would just like to sit and chat awhile? Give me a call, or write me. You can call me at (419) 512-4445 or email me at:  n8sy@n8sy.com    Want to sit and have a cup of coffee? I’m available.. Heck, I’ll even buy the coffee!!

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Friday, August 19, 2016

Spreading the word about the upcoming FEMA sponsored webinar, plust more..

FEMA Teaming with Amateur Radio Clubs to Present Preparedness Information....

September is National Preparedness Month. As part of its focus on community education and preparation, FEMA offers a “Family Emergency Communications Plan” to help families work out their communication strategies in the event of an emergency. ARRL is partnering with FEMA to offer this material to interested Amateur Radio clubs that are willing to present it in their localities during National Preparedness Month. While the FEMA presentation focuses on the Family Communications Plan and doesn’t specifically mention ham radio, the material offers Amateur Radio clubs a great opportunity to raise their visibility in their communities.

A webinar with FEMA Region 1 Preparedness Liaison Sara Varela will take place on Tuesday, August 23, at 8 PM EDT (Wednesday, August 24, at 0000 UTC), to offer background and training for any club wishing to present FEMA’s Family Emergency Communications Plan material in September.

Registration is requested. The presentation of the FEMA material to local communities should take approximately 1 hour. It will include a PowerPoint presentation and links to worksheets that families can discuss and fill out together.

Clubs are free to offer additional presentations on their activities following presentation of the FEMA material. 

This is coming up very quickly, so get registered now, don’t wait..!!

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Hey Gang..  Have you gotten registered for the NEWEST “Handbook Giveaway” drawing on the website yet? It’s there, and there’s not much time left to get entered for this month.. Time is clicking away very fast and you have until this Sunday night to enter.

To enter the drawing all you need to do is fill in a couple of boxes on the form.. (your name and email). That’s you need to do to be entered into a drawing to win a 2016 ARRL softcover Handbook. There’s nothing else required (Oh.. You do need to be a resident of Ohio to win..)   The winner will be mailed the Handbook at my cost. This is being offered just to see how many folks are really checking in on the website. Got the idea? Best of luck to you!!  Go to

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Are you getting those emails from me? If not, all you have to do is to 
“Opt-In” to receive them. Heck, just send me an email  n8sy@n8sy.com   

 I’ll get you added to the mailing list. There’s a link to do this on the Ohio Section website, it’s on the bottom left corner.. For your convenience, here’s a direct link to it:  http://arrl-ohio.org/forwarder/forwarding.html  I urge all of you to make sure that everyone, regardless of whether they are a League member or not, get signed up for one of these options. You can always 
“Opt-Out” at any time if you feel this is not what you were expecting.

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Upcoming Hamfests in Ohio..

* 08/21/2016 | Cuyahoga Falls ARC's Eighth    
    Annual Tailgate Hamfest
    Location: Stow, OH
    Sponsor: Cuyahoga Falls Amateur Radio Club

* 08/21/2016 | Warren ARA Tailgate/Swap Meet
    Location: Cortland, OH
    Sponsor: Warren Amateur Radio Association
    Website: http://www.w8vtd.org 

* 09/11/2016 | Findlay Hamfest
   Location: Findlay, OH
   Sponsor: Findlay Radio Club

 * 09/17/2016 | OH-KY-IN Hamfest
   Location: Cincinnati, OH
   Sponsor: OH-KY-IN Amateur Radio Society
   Website: http://www.ohkyin.org

 * 09/25/2016 | Cleveland Hamfest and Computer Show
   Location: Berea, OH
   Sponsor: Hamfest Association of Cleveland
   Website: http://www.hac.org

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Lastly..  I’m always available for you if you have any questions, concerns or would just like to sit and chat awhile.  Call or write me Scott Yonally, N8SY at (419) 512-4445 or n8sy@n8sy.com   Many of you have already called and sat down to chat with me over coffee. It’s definitely been fun and informative for sure!! Hey.. I’ll even buy the coffee!!  



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Thursday, August 18, 2016

Just posted.. The latest edition of the ARRL Letter..

Hey Gang,

Just wanted to let you all know that the latest edition of the ARRL Letter has been posted..

Go take a look..                        >> Click Here <<


73,

Scott, N8SY

Wednesday, August 17, 2016

Section Emergency Coordinators July Report

Hi Gang,

Just wanted to let you all know that I just published the July Section Emergency Coordinators report on the website.


Go take a look..                       >> Click Here <<



73,

Scott, N8SY..

Monday, August 15, 2016

August Edition of the Ohio Section Journal has been posted..

Hi Gang,

Just wanted to let you all know that the August Edition of the Ohio Section Journal has just been posted..

Go take a look..                     >> Click Here <<


73,


Scott, N8SY..

Thursday, August 11, 2016

ARRL Letter for August 11th has just been posted..

Hi Gang,

Just wanted to let you all know that the latest ARRL Letter (August 11th) has just been posted..

Go take a look..                    >> Click Here <<


73,

Scott, N8SY..

Wednesday, August 10, 2016

July Section Traffic Manager's (STM) report has been posted..

Hi Gang,

Just wanted to let you all know that I have just posted the July Section Traffic Manager's (STM) Report on the website..

Go take a look..  >> Click Here <<


73,

Scott, N8SY..

Saturday, August 6, 2016

Newsletter Contest Winners announced.. Allan Severson recipient also announced at the Ohio Section Conference..


Saturday - August 6th          What a day it was..
 
2016 ARRL Ohio Section Newsletter Contest Winners..

Boy what a night...and it wasn't the RNC or the NAACP Convention...it was the 2016 ARRL Ohio Section Newsletter judging!
 
INTENSE is not strong enough of a word to describe all of the action...but in the end we have winners.
 
Here they are:
 
1st Place
The Mike & Key...Greater Cincinnati Amateur Radio Association, INC.
 
2nd Place
The RADIOGRAM...Portage County Amateur Radio Service
 
3rd Place (TIE)
The Voice Coil...Mahoning Valley Amateur Radio Association
 
ATCO Newsletter...Amateur Television in Central Ohio
 
Honorable Mention (TIE)
CARA COMMUNICATOR...Cambridge Amateur Radio Association
 
The Spirit of '76 and '88...Lake Erie Amateur Radio Association
 
 
Judges' comments:
 
"All of the newsletters are really winners. A great deal of time, effort and passion went into writing them"
 
"Even without detailed examination...they keep getting better!"
 
So, another contest year done and I am honored to have been a part of it. I can't think of anything than means more to me than seeing how alive and active amateur radio is and how its reputation keeps getting stronger.
 
Thanks to everyone that participated.. Each one of you is a true winner!!

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Allan Severson Memorial Award Recipient Announced..
 
The Allan Severson Memorial Award is bestowed on an amateur radio operator in the Ohio Section who has demonstrated a continuing dedication to the advancement of amateur radio and to the Ohio Section. Usually one Ohio Section member is awarded per year and usually at the Ohio Section Conference in September.
 
The award had been established in 1992 and was named "Ohio Ham of the Year" until 1999. That year it was renamed after Allan, of Lakewood, Ohio, who had become a silent key in 1997. The award winners listed here are all hams who, like Allan Severson, have dedicated themselves to the advancement of the American Radio Relay League in Ohio.
 
Although Allan had served the Section as Section Manager and went on to a distinguished career as Great Lakes Division Director on the ARRL National Board of Directors, the annual award announcement only mentions one sentence about him which is part of every memorial award certificate. That sentence quickly demonstrates the reason for the renaming of this award. "Allan's devotion to serve amateur radio inspired a whole generation of Ohio Section leadership."

The award this year goes to none other than..

John Myers, KD8MQ       Congratulations John..!! 




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Thursday, August 4, 2016

August 4th edition of the ARRL Letter has been posted..

Hi Gang,

Just wanted to let you all know that the August 4th edition of the ARRL Letter has been posted..

Go take a look..                        >> Click Here <<


73,

Scott..

Monday, August 1, 2016

Dayton Hamvention moving to Greene County Fairgrounds in 2017!!

Hamvention to be held at Greene Co. Fairgrounds in 2017

By Megan Kennedy
Published: August 1, 2016, 1:26 pm  Updated: August 1, 2016, 2:26 pm

XENIA, Ohio (WDTN) – Days after Hara Arena announced it will close its doors, an announcement from Greene County officials revealed that Hamvention will be held at the Greene County Fairgrounds next year, according to our partners at the Xenia Gazette.

The event for ham-radio enthusiasts generated about $21 million last year and drew a crowd of more than 27,000 for Montgomery County. The proceeds for this year’s event will now go to Greene County.

“The Dayton Amateur Radio Association (DARA) regrets to inform our many vendors, visitors and stakeholders that, unfortunately, Hara has announced the closing of their facility,” a news release from Hamvention General Chair Ron Cramer last week.

“We all believe this new venue will be a spectacular place to hold our beloved event,” Cramer said. “Please rest assured we will have the event on the same weekend and, since it will be in the region, the current accommodations and outside events already planned for Hamvention 2017 should not be affected.”

                                                  >> Click Here <<  for a streaming video of the announcement!!!



I’m sure that there will be more to announce in the coming days..

73,


Scott, N8SY..

Handbook winners - Plus more!!

And the WINNER(S) are..

WOW.. we had such an overwhelming response again this month for the Handbook Give Away I decided to have 2 winners again this month!!  So, we congratulate:

>> Howard Basham, KD8FSH << and >> Larry Simpson, N8UVH << on being the latest winners.. They will both be receiving a Handbook from me very shortly..

Congratulations go out to everyone that participated. There will be another drawing very soon.. Keep watching the Ohio Section website..  http://arrlohio.org   for when the next drawing will start!!

Good luck to you all..!!

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There’s another NEW – one question – questionnaire on the Ohio Section Website! Have you seen it yet?  It will only take about 2 seconds for you to answer it, and you can see how your answer stacks up with others instantly. If you haven’t answered the questionnaire yet, please do so.. I really want to hear your input on this question.


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Don’t forget,  August 6th is our annual ARRL Ohio Section Conference in conjunction with the Columbus Hamfest. There are a number of great forums scheduled and I’m sure you’ll want to attend them all. The ARRL Forum will also be when the 24th Annual Newsletter winners will be announced. And, it will also be when I announce the 22nd recipient of the Allan Severson Award. I’m sure all of you will want to be there when that is announced for sure!! Go to http://arrl-ohio.org/conference/conference.html   for more details..

Other Hamfests in Ohio..

* 08/13/2016 | MARA's 5th Annual Swapmeet
    Location: Miamisburg, OH
    Sponsor: Mound Amateur Radio Association
   Website: http://w8dyy.org 

* 08/21/2016 | Cuyahoga Falls ARC's Eighth    Annual Tailgate Hamfest
    Location: Stow, OH
    Sponsor: Cuyahoga Falls Amateur Radio Club

* 08/21/2016 | Warren ARA Tailgate/Swap Meet
    Location: Cortland, OH
    Sponsor: Warren Amateur Radio Association
    Website: http://www.w8vtd.org 

* 09/11/2016 | Findlay Hamfest
   Location: Findlay, OH
   Sponsor: Findlay Radio Club

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Are you getting those emails from me? If not, all you have to do is to “Opt-In” to receive them. Here’s the link:

Oh heck, just send me an email   n8sy@n8sy.com   letting me know that you want to be added to the mailing list.

I urge all of you to make sure that everyone, regardless of whether they are a League member or not, gets signed up. You can always “Opt-Out” at any time if you feel this is not what you were expecting.

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There’s a new  >> Statewide Net << on DMR. It is being originated by the DEC 6, Danny Bailey, W8DLB on the Mansfield DMR Repeater. The net is on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday’s of the month. It will be on the Ohio Talk Group for DMR (BrandMeister) at 20:30 local. If you have a DMR radio, come join them on the net. I think you will find it very interesting.

Here are a few other Statewide Nets that you might be interested in as well..

> Ohio Single Side-Band Net 10:30, 16:15, 18:45 - 3.9725
> Buckeye (early) 18:45 - 3.580
> Buckeye (late) 22:00 - 3.590
> Ohio Slow Net 18:00 3.53535
> Ohio HF Emergency Preparedness Net (Ohio EOC) 19:15 every Tuesday evening - 3.920
> Ohio Digital Emergency Net (OHDEN) 20:00 every Tuesday evening - 3.585 USB

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Lastly..  I’m always available for you if you have any questions, concerns or would just like to sit and chat awhile.  Call or write me Scott Yonally, N8SY (419) 512-4445 or  n8sy@n8sy.com  Many of you have called and even sat down with me to chat. It has been fun and very informative for sure.   

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