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Too Many Notifications/Emails?

If you are getting more notifications than you want, remember to set how you want to be notified under the *SUBSCRIPTION* tab on the left in Groups.io. The choices are: *Individual Messages:* You will

If you are getting more notifications than you want, remember to set how you want to be notified under the *SUBSCRIPTION* tab on the left in Groups.io. The choices are: *Individual Messages:* You will receive each message in an individual email. *Full Featured Digest:* Group up to 12 messages together as one email instead of being sent individually (rich formatting). *Plain Digest* : Group up to 12 messages together as one email instead of being sent individually (plain formatting). *Daily Summary* : A daily summary, delivered in the morning, of the group's messages from the previous day. *Special Notices Only:* You will only receive special notices from the moderators. You may try different settings until you find the one that works for you. Also, you can change how notifications are delivered to each Groups.io subscription. Dennis, WU6X Group Administrator

By Dennis - WU6X ·

FILES Area #elmer

Don't forget to check-out the FILES area on this Group to find excellent "how to" articles on antennas, forms, and other useful information on amateur radio operating. Past issues of the SFARC Newslet

Don't forget to check-out the FILES area on this Group to find excellent "how to" articles on antennas, forms, and other useful information on amateur radio operating. Past issues of the SFARC Newsletter and links to Presentations given at Club meetings can be found in the appropriate folder, as well. Dennis - WU6X

By Dennis - WU6X ·

ECHOLINK Connection Notes 3 #elmer

Echolink users via W6EK-R should note the following connection procedures when connecting through W6EK repeater with a smartphone: * Ensure the Echolink software on your phone is set to *RELAY* in the

Echolink users via W6EK-R should note the following connection procedures when connecting through W6EK repeater with a smartphone: * Ensure the Echolink software on your phone is set to *RELAY* in the *Settings Tab*. * Connect to the *Echolink TEST Server* , under the *Stations Tab* , before trying to connect to W6EK-R * If you are able to connect and interact with the Test Server, disconnect and then re-connect to W6EK-R This process appears to offer the most reliable connection process for most users. Please let us know via this post if you have any problems. Dennis - WU6X

By Dennis - WU6X ·

Power outage experiences and plans thread 5

Hi folks, I think it might be instructive for us to document our experiences during the recent power outage, before we forget the details. This can be a way to learn from our own experience and that o

By Greg D ·

Photos Rocklin Mini Maker Faire

Rocklin Mini Maker Faire photos are posted here: https://w6ek.groups.io/g/sfarc/album?id=96304&p=Created,,,20,1,0,0 On October 12, ARRL Sacramento Valley Section had a booth promoting Amateur Radio at

By Michael - KK6GLP ·

El Dorado County Communications System Failures During The Blackout 3

First of all, thanks to everyone for running the Power 'Net during the Black Out. I didn't hear any other Clubs doing that, which is yet another thing that sets SFARC apart. This last Thursday, I was

By Alan Thompson ·

White Elephant Auction - Molly

Wanted to thank everyone for “contributing” to the HT purchase for Molly. She was so delighted and now wants to get her license. Her Dad has been helping with that already. Brian, AI6US - brillant ide

By carl.wf6j@gmail.com ·

SFARC Net - Thu, 10/10/2019 #cal-notice

SFARC Net When: Thursday, 10 October 2019 7:30pm to 8:30pm (GMT-07:00) America/Los Angeles Where: W6EK Repeater - 145.430 -600, PL162.2 Description: Check-in for Club updates from Officers and members

By sfarc@w6ek.groups.io Calendar ·

Upcoming Event: SFARC Board Meeting - Fri, 10/11/2019 6:00pm-7:00pm #cal-reminder

Reminder: SFARC Board Meeting When: Friday, 11 October 2019, 6:00pm to 7:00pm, (GMT-07:00) America/Los Angeles Where:Mel's Diner, 1730 Grass Valley Hwy, Auburn View Event Description: Monthly SFARC Bo

By sfarc@w6ek.groups.io Calendar ·

California QSO Party (CQP) 2019 3 #contest

Hey everyone! The California QSO Party (CQP) is coming up on Saturday and Sunday, October 5-6, 2019. This is a 30 hour HF CW & Phone contest. It is very busy and an absolute blast to be a part of. Nev

By Orion, AI6JB ·

PG&E shut down map

Hope you guys have power. Also battery power for radios. Stay safe. The map: (doesn’t look good)

By carl.wf6j@gmail.com ·

Upcoming Event: General Meeting - Fri, 10/11/2019 7:30pm-9:30pm #cal-reminder

Reminder: General Meeting When: Friday, 11 October 2019, 7:30pm to 9:30pm, (GMT-07:00) America/Los Angeles Where:1225 Lincoln Way, Auburn, CA - City Hall, Rose Room View Event Description: Come a litt

By sfarc@w6ek.groups.io Calendar ·

Jamboree On the Air (JOTA) 2019 - October 19th 13

Hey Everyone, Mark you calendars for Jamboree On The Air (JOTA) on October 19th, 2019! JOTA is THE biggest amateur radio operating event of the year. Last year over 1.6 MILLION scouts participated in

By Orion, AI6JB ·

Donations for the Club Auction 3

I have some donations for the club auction on Friday from Gary Willett – kb7qwc. I have them because Gary is recovering from Gall Bladder surgery. I may not be able to make it to the meeting Friday in

By Michael - W6QB ·

Upcoming Event: SFARC Net - Thu, 10/10/2019 7:30pm-8:30pm #cal-reminder

Reminder: SFARC Net When: Thursday, 10 October 2019, 7:30pm to 8:30pm, (GMT-07:00) America/Los Angeles Where:W6EK Repeater - 145.430 -600, PL162.2 View Event Description: Check-in for Club updates fro

By sfarc@w6ek.groups.io Calendar ·

Shingles and not the composition type 3

A bit off topic (ok, a whole lot off topic) FYI, but a nota bene to my brother vets in the club who might not already know: the VA had finally received the recombinant Zoster (Shingles) vaccine (trade

By Jim - N6MED ·

White Elephant Table Premier

Heathkit DX 60A CW transmitter & manual Swan 350B HF Transceiver & manual ( with mic & Ac power supply) Both in mint condition, tubes checked and tested on air! Jim WA8MPA

By Jim - WA8MPA ·

California ends Amateur radio Support 19

About 2 hrs ago, a post started to hit the amateur radio community that states California has ended all of its amateur radio relationships. I strongly suspect this to be false, but I am more than curi

By Chris Robinson KF6NFW DMR ID 3153250 ·

ISS Tracking Globe

I get info from Instructables all the time. This showed up today… https://www.instructables.com/id/ISS-Tracking-Globe/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email 73, de WF6J

By carl.wf6j@gmail.com ·

A bit more information about the possible removal of a repeater in Shingletown 5

There is sooo much more to the initial story ... -------- Forwarded Message -------- Subject: A bit more information about the possible removal of a repeater in Shingletown Date: Thu, 3 Oct 2019 22:16

By Jim - N6MED ·