Governor Phil Bredesen has proclaimed June 21 -- 27 Amateur Radio Week

Governor Phil Bredesen has proclaimed June 21 -- 27 Amateur Radio Week...
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MTARS Members - Yes it is that time of year again for our 2009 Fieldday
planning!

Location - Same place as last year - Old Stone Fort, Manchester When - June 27 and 28th Time - 8am Saturday until 1pm Sunday We need YOU! Planning starts now and in need of POCs for: 1. Station Captains (CW/Digital, Voice, Satellite etc.) 2. GOTA station - Are you a ham that has been licensed less that 1 year. This is your station. Rules state it must be a member who was licensed less than 1 year or inactive ham. << We need you >> 3. Food Prep/Cook POC needed 4. Educational Program @ fieldday 5. Public Info Table, and elected/appointed officials 6. For details visit the ARRL web page: http://www.arrl.org/contests/rules/2009/fd.html Summary: - New hams (not over 12 month old license are needed for GOTA) - Education program to be presented at the field day site - Cook/Food POC - Station Captains For extra points please sign up for the below: Bonus Points: 100% Emergency Power: Media Publicity: Public Location: Public Information Table: Message Origination to Section Manager: Message Handling: Satellite QSO: Alternate Power: W1AW Bulletin: Educational activity bonus Site Visitation by an elected governmental official: GOTA Bonus. Field Day Youth Participation Web submission. Your POC for Field Day: - Michael Glennon KB4JHU - Email kb4jhu@arrl.net ; - Vice Chair: Jackie Greene KG4ORX - Email kg4orx@charter.net V/R -Michael Michael D. Glennon KB4JHU / AFA4DQ Amateur Radio Extra / USAF MARS Web: http://www.qsl.net/kf4aze ARRL: http://www.arrl.net SKYPE Name: KB4JHU

Severe Weather Awareness Event

Last Tuesday from 4 to 7pm , many local amateur radio operators provided their talents programming weather radios at the Kroger store. Leland Statum from Newschannel 5 provided live segments urging local viewers to come and purchase new programmed weather radios! Interviews were conducted with county Emergency Coordinators as well as amateur radio operators who give of their time for public service in severe weather conditions. A network of amateur radio operators in tandum with emergency officials, provide a constant vigil for conditions that would spawn tornados and other life threatening weather. More than just a hobby, amateur radio provides the community with assistance at public events such as the recent Special Olympics or marathon running contests. If you would like to become a licensed ham radio operator, the hobby is open to all ages. The local MTARS Ham radio club meets every 2nd Thursday at the Tullahoma First Presbyterian Church and the public is always welcome. Come and discover the world of Amateur Radio!

Leland Statum inviewing Michael K. Boyea, KE4KMG

MTARS club members programming weather radios with a line of people waiting.

MTARS club members and emergency coordinators with Leland Statum.

3/24/2009

With deep regret, some of the club members at the Shoney's luncheon were informed of Billy Garrison, WA4IRU passed away sometime after the hamfest on Saturday. Exact day and time unknown. He was home in his chair watching TV and appeared to be comfortable. Long time member of MTARS, long time friend to many!! I have not heard of any arrangements as of today. I have been told, his relatives will be in route probably tomorrow. His is truly lurking now and watching over us all! May God bless him and his family. I'm sure when someone hears of the arrangements, they will post on this MTARS reflector. 73, Michael Boyea, KE4KMG MTARS President 2008-2009