As we enter May, I feel a word of warning is needed. Be very careful how you operate on the radio as you never know when someone may be listening. (I am one of those breed known as “spooks”.) This past weekend 4/28 I heard a very well run and efficient operation on our repeater. My congratulations and thanks to all who took part in the communications for the walk/run. It made me proud to be associated with a fine group of radio “professionals.” It, also, reminded me that it is one proof of why the FCC allows us to have Amateur Radio licenses.

Another example coming up in just about a month and a half is “Field Day.” Both of these events are ways that we as “hams” can make known to the greater public why “Amateur Radio” exists. They are both examples of the fact that we stand ready to make our radios and expertise available to the public at no charge, whenever, whereever and whyever we are needed to provide communications from areas that may be without any other means of communicating. So, remember, take part in any or all of the events that come up, it is not only a chance for you to help make people aware of what ham radio is all about, but it is also your chance to train yourself and challenge your abilities and equipment to be ready for the time when you are called to serve the public.

Looking forward to seeing everyone at the May meeting as we auction off some great equipment. Be sure to bring your money with you as you will not want to miss an opportunity like this.

73, Dave Haring (K6CJZ)
President, RHARC