Cheltenham Amateur Radio Association

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November Meeting - Report

Posted: 21 Nov 2016 01:20 PM PST
https://g5bk.uk/2016/11/november-meeting-report-3/




We were delighted to welcome Tim G4VXE back to Cheltenham to tell us about
Simple Satellite Operating. He explained how with relatively simple
equipment, such as a dual-band hand-held FM transceiver for 2m and 70cm
with a hand-held yagi type aerial, it was possible to work through certain
orbiting satellites by selecting the most appropriate orbit and time. He
went on to describe the current amateur satellites in orbit and their
various frequencies and modes of operation. Finally he mentioned the
exploits of some of the leading proponents of satellite operating and the
distances they achieve. In all a very interesting, informative and
stimulating meeting and our grateful thanks go to Tim for the excellence of
his presentation.

There was a good attendance, 37 people signed-in, well above the average
number for most CARA meetings. Many thanks to everyone who turned out to
support this special meeting. We were pleased to welcome several visitors
and we look forward to seeing them again.

Most of those attending seemed happy with the venue, which was on-trial, in
spite of the unexpected presence of others we had been promised exclusive
use of the room. Before the Committee makes any decision to move, the
desirability or not of transferring to Newlands will be discussed at the
AGM on 15th December at Brizen.


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FOUNDATION COURSE

Posted: 21 Nov 2016 04:07 AM PST
https://g5bk.uk/2016/11/foundation-course-3/


The Amateur Radio Foundation Level Course being held over the weekend of
3rd/4th December 2016 is now full.

We are planning to run further courses during 2017, dates will be announced
here when known.

If you wish to register your interest in a future course, please email
Barry at