QCWA WILD ROSE REPEATER

March, 2008

SPRING LUNCHEON MEETING - APRIL 26th, 2008

It is that time again to get together for fun and socializing at our spring luncheon meeting slated for April 26th, 2008.

This meeting we have a real treat for all of you, both in food and the program. First - the food (isn't that the reason we all get together?) a delicious deli meat sandwich bar with all the fixin's catered by non other then our own Linda-Lou, VE6LGO. For those who remember Linda-Lou's past organizing of food and fun, it is a most memorable mouth watering experience!

Now for the program. We have always worked hard to bring you the best in programming material for our meetings. This one is no exception but, it was not easy to get the University of Calgary engineering students to accommodate our schedule, especially with their term exams and all. However - luck was on our side and their exam schedule has skirted our meeting. The program? The University of Calgary Solar Powered Car.

The University of Calgary began building a solar powered car in 2004. Four years later they have become contenders in competitions world wide. During the Panasonic World Solar Challenge in Australia, the Team placed 8th in its class and was the first Canadian Team to cross the finish line. To be sure - you will not want to miss this exciting program. The fellows will be bringing their latest solar car (this is the second car they have built) to the meeting for show and tell.

THE MILITARY MUSEUMS (FORMERLY MUSEUM OF REGIMENTS)

After one year - the Morse code education program at The Military Museums is well and alive! This all began when Carolyn Foard, Manager, Education & Interpretation, gave a presentation at a meeting of the Calgary Communications Club on April 18, 2007.

Carolyn will be giving a brief update on this program at our upcoming Spring Luncheon Meeting slated for April 26th, 2008. See above for details.

As can be expected - more volunteers are still needed to demonstrate Morse code to students who tour The Military Museums. Since Chapter 151 is partnered with the Calgary Communications Club, the volunteer base can be drawn from two organizations. But don't let this fool you into thinking your help is not needed considering we can draw from two organizations. Not so!

Consider chipping in with your Morse code skills (no - you need not know how to send/receive at flying speeds) but to only show students the basics of Morse code and assist them while they take their hand at experiencing the thrill of sending a short message to one of their classmates.

Chapter 151 would like to acknowledge those who have thus far contributed to this program.

Larry Chapple, VE6KC
Walt Davis, VE6DA
Dwight Williams, VE6PK
Don Wilcox, VE6CG
Russ Wilson, VE6VK

We thank you for your time!

REPORT ON THE SARA EDMONTON FLEAMARKET - FEBRUARY 2, 2008

The Southern Alberta Repeater Association hosted the Edmonton fleamarket with 170 people coming out to enjoy fellowship and look for some great bargains. Since the weather did not completely cooperate - attendance was down by some 65 people.

SECRETARY'S REPORT

At our last meeting on September 22, 2007, elections were held for the officers of Chapter 151. Ken Oelke (VE6AFO) will continue as President. The position of Vice-President is still vacant. Mitch Goodjohn (VE6SM) was elected Secretary by acclamation, and Gerry Linton (VE6PL) was elected Treasurer by acclamation. Les Card (VE6CA) remains Past President. On behalf of the Chapter, Bill Metcalfe (VE6BF) thanked the outgoing Secretary, Jack Ambler (VE6CAQ), and outgoing Treasurer, John Smith (VE6AI) for their service to Chapter 151.

The following Calgary and area Amateurs are know to have become Silent Keys during 2007. This list may be incomplete.

Frank Clements, VE6AY
Mel Ekland, VE6VS
Tom Atkins, VE3CDM
Harvey Milne, VE6JV
Dick Sheppard, VE6TY
Dore Malmberg, VE6YA
Jim Wheller, VE6JIM
Frank Kramer, VE6AFM
John Noel, VE6LL
Malcom Stevens, VE6GP
Doug Holeton, VE6AGV
Luke White, VE6CBO
Niels Kristjansson, VE6NJK (VA6NJ)
Robert Wadleigh, VE6REW
Gordon Hollingshead, VE6AVL

The programme, “High Altitude Ballooning”, was presented by Tony Rafaat (VA6TNY), who teaches at the Outreach School n Hanna, AB. A package containing a camera, an APRS tracking device, and a VHF amateur radio was sent aloft on a weather balloon. A launch on August 11, 2007 from Sherwood Park travelled to a location north of Vegreville, and reached an altitude of 117,587 feet. Hundreds of photos (taken one per minute), showed excellent views at various altitudes. The photo taken at maximum altitude showed the curvature of the earth.

Submitted by Mitch Goodjohn, VE6SM
Secretary

TREASURER'S REPORT OF NEW & RENEWING MEMBERS

Treasurer Gerry Linton, VE6PL brings us his report of new members and friends since the last newsletter.

We welcome and introduce one new member and one new friend.

New member Leslie Kawamura, VE6ET resides in Calgary, AB. He was born in Raymond, AB and first licensed in 1953 as VE6NK. Leslie is currently a Professor at the University of Calgary and enjoys building and operating.

New friend Andy Webb, VE6EN resides in Calgary, AB. He was first licensed in 1992 as VE3UIY. Andy was the first Canadian recipient of a QCWA Scholarship Award and enjoys working HF, VHF, UHF, APRS and satellite. He is employed by Nexon and gets to work in some very unusual DX countries. Andy can also lay claim to being involved with 3 Amateur Radio International Space Station (ARISS) school contacts - 1 in Almonte, ON, 1 in Airdire, AB and 1 in Calgary, AB.

Chapter 151 heartily welcomes our new members and friends!

Apart from our one new member and friend - Chapter 151 would like to acknowledge those who have kept their membership current by renewing. They are friends Kevin McCoy, VE6KJM, Brian Jackson, VE6JBJ, Neale Ibbetson, VE6NRI and Tyler McCoy, VE6TGM and QCWA members Ernie Crump, VE3OU, Pierre Mainville, VA3PM, Earl Morris, VE6NI, Mitch Goodjohn, VE3SM, Tony Howard, VE6QY, John Noakes, VE7NI, Dave Watson, VE6EH and Tim Ellam, VE6SH.

Chapter 151 thanks you for you continued support!

52th ANNUAL QCWA QSO PARTY - APRIL 5, 2008

If you are looking for some fun with a laid back style of operating then the QCWA QSO Party is for you! For more details, rules and log sheet - refer to the QCWA Journal or visit the QCWA National Website at QSO Party Rules

Still trying to work enough stations for the QCWA 60/60 Award? I can't think of a better time to snag those stations but during a QSO Party. See QCWA 60/60 Award

CHAPTER 151 QCWA JOURNAL REPORT

Secretary Mitch Goodjohn, VE6SM submitted a Chapter 151 report by the January 1, 2008 deadline for the QCWA National Journal. Watch for it in the QCWA Journal. Don't get the Journal? You can by paying an additional USD $39.00 for a 3 year subscription.

Again - if you have something you wish to see published in the QCWA National Journal please feel free to submit your views and or pictures to your Chapter Executive for future submission. Our submission deadlines to QCWA National are January 1, April 1, July 1, and October 1 of each year.

EDITORIAL

For those who can't remember what month/year the last newsletter was issued - it was April, 2007. Almost one year ago! Time does move along when you are having fun! Remember this "Wanted Post"?

Still Wanted...dead or alive!! - editor for "QCWA Wild Rose Repeater". Now is the time to ask yourself - what can I do for my Chapter? Yes - this is your Chapter. Again - those so inclined may contact me at ve6afo at rac.ca or phone 403-226-5840 for further details. Don't be afraid to ask a silly question, for there are no silly answers.

Until next time...on behalf of the QCWA Wild Rose Chapter 151 Executive - we look forward to seeing you all out at the April 26, 2008 Spring Luncheon Meeting. Please note the new venue.

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Ken Oelke, VE6AFO - President
Mitch Goodjohn, VE6SM - Secretary
Gerry Linton, VE6PL -Treasurer