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--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Update (11/29/22): Propagation has been decent. We have been able to continue the nets on 40 meters only. Due to winter propagation, we may have to do the net on 80 meters. Look for posts before the net starts to verify band and frequency selected for the net. ARFCOM (American Radio Friendship Community net), weekly SSB Phone net. Each Tuesday, at 8:00 PM Eastern. 7.213 Mhz primary frequency, plus/minus QRM 7.285 Mhz secondary frequency, plus/minus QRM. Most of the time we and up on this frequency, 7.285 Mhz. Exact frequency will be posted (on the last page) before each net starts. --------------------------------- ---------------------------------- FYI. For 80m nets only (when 40m propagation is poor): Due to the frequent 80m band congestion and multiple "rag chew" nets, it's not practical to use Arfcom frequencies on the 80m band. Net Control Station will find an open frequency and post it here. We'll try to keep it near 3.861 Mhz, +/- QRM (usually +10, -10 Khz but not always) We'll keep it within the "General Class" portion of the band. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Everyone is encouraged to participate. Feel free to give us your situation report. For the newbies: This net is held on shortwave amateur radio frequencies. You need a General, Advanced or Extra class, amateur radio license and all appropriate radio equipment to participate. Want to become a ham? Read here first. Feel free to ask any questions or post your suggestions. 73! |
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No joy in North East Texas on 40.
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from NNY
40m I was a bit late but heard NCS 59 Scott in MN 3-5 Bob in MA 1-1 murmer on 80m NCS 59 Chris Ill 59 Thomas SC 59 John NE 59 Barry SC 59 Jeff WI 59 Danny NC 59 John TX 47 Ken AR 59 Andy FL 4-6 Andrew on LI 3-5 (too close) Brent MN 47 Kevin GA 2-2, I struggled, I didn't catch the name until NCS repeated it. Bob in MA 1-1 murmer. |
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Don't confuse where I live with where I'm from.
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I do miss talking to you all. Tuesday ARFCOM net and Thursday 2 meter net are the only 2 nets I regularly participate in. I can still do 2 meter with my HT. We moved into the new house, but no antennas yet. I started another thread asking for antenna ideas. Please read it and give me any ideas.
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If its broke. I can fix it. If it doesn't exist. I can make it. If its metal.
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Originally Posted By Ohio_Sharkman: I do miss talking to you all. Tuesday ARFCOM net and Thursday 2 meter net are the only 2 nets I regularly participate in. I can still do 2 meter with my HT. We moved into the new house, but no antennas yet. I started another thread asking for antenna ideas. Please read it and give me any ideas. View Quote I noticed your absence tonight and was going to send you an IM to see how things were coming along. I am not surprised that antennas come after setting up the house and the holidays and all! Winter is a miserable time to do antenna work. I slapped together a new 8om dipole but the mast was inadequate, the height was short and location I tried to rush it into was pretty lame. It is all down now and won’t go up until spring. Merry Christmas Sharky! |
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Welp. Certainly *somebody just fired up on 3.861, but I won't be making them out. Y'all enjoy. 73.
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Leaving the house now. Will be on the air in about 10 minutes.
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Luke 22:36 ~ Psalm 144:1
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Yes, it is Monday. I'm completely lost in space-time continuum.
Anyone for a QSO? I already got the water heater on and running. |
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Luke 22:36 ~ Psalm 144:1
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40m is still open but I will switch to 80m.
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Luke 22:36 ~ Psalm 144:1
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Ok, I'm on 3869. Not hearing much. There is a QSO on 3870 kc.
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I can go back to 40 meters. Just let me know.
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Luke 22:36 ~ Psalm 144:1
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7.267?
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Thanks for the nice QSO, BLKVooDoo. Once you left, I had people calling for another 1/2 hour before I had to take a break. Went to the house, got a drink, came back but there was an S9++ AM broadcast station blocking the frequency completely. LOL (hi-hi).
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Today is Tuesday, I think...
I'll be in the shack at about 7:30 ET. Holler if you want a QSO on 40 meters before the net starts on 80 meters. Any of you guys, who can't or don't want to check in on 40 meters, please start looking for an open 80m frequency. We usually try to stay within 10 kHz of 3.861 MHz. There is another daily net on 3.860 that starts at about 8:30 pm ET. |
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I'm on 40M but not tuned up in the phone band at the moment. Let me know a frequency.
73, Rob |
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7215
ETA: nevermind some canuck just powered over on 7216 |
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@BLKVooDoo
Tuned up on 7215 73, Rob There is a qso on 7216 kc |
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40m is in the toilet tonight.
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How about 7.283 Mhz?
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Listening on 7283.
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Parts for a new antenna have begun to arrive. Between weather and work, I hope to get an antenna in the air and join the net again soon.
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If its broke. I can fix it. If it doesn't exist. I can make it. If its metal.
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Don't confuse where I live with where I'm from.
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I cant hear NC. But I hear others, mainly in the NE and TX.
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Luke 22:36 ~ Psalm 144:1
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I dont want to call out for a relay, because I can't tell if I'll be stepping on anyone
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I can barely make out Net Control. Not strong enough to attempt to check in.
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80M frequency?
73, Rob |
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anyone still on 7.283 want a quick QSO while we await the80M freq?
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Don't confuse where I live with where I'm from.
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Luke 22:36 ~ Psalm 144:1
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3.865 Mhz.
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80m not going to do it for me tonight.
73s! |
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Woo hoo, finally made one!
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NCS, you are 5 x 8 to 5 x 9
73, Rob |
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5x9 into Washington DC
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Made it in, NC is getting 55 and getting better.
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NCS is a solid 55-57 into Nebraska tonight. 80 is really quiet tonight.
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I need a better 80M antenna and/or an amp.
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Don't confuse where I live with where I'm from.
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My amp is offline, NC has me at 5-7, I'll take it barefoot...
I have him +10-20 |
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http://piccoloshash.blogspot.com
Vote "YES" on 'NO'! For Captain Erick Foster, Wexford, PA KIA 29 Aug, 07. Rangers lead the way. Inspected by #26 I was checking out this midget porn website.... |
As heard in NNY
40m Rob .? 5-9 NCS 59 80m Jeff Pa 59 NCS 59 Brett Mn 57 Ben Ga 59 Scott Mn 45 John Tx 45 Ken Ar 59 Tom Oh 59 Me Hoppy Va 57 Bob Ma murmur Missed name 59 John Ne 59 Harold?? Oh 59 Chris IL 59 Glen 47 Rob 48 |
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