ABOUT US
We are an active Amateur Radio Club here in Southern Oregon, sponsoring licensing classes, soldering workshops, kit building, transmitter hunting and much more. We have great plans for some exciting and fun activities and events this coming year. We invite you to join with us and experience our unique membership and what we each bring to the table as we pursue our collective hobby. We meet at 6:30pm the second Tuesday of each month at the
New Far East Restaurant, 236 N Front St, Medford, OR 97501.
New Far East Restaurant, 236 N Front St, Medford, OR 97501.
UPCOMING MEETING AGENDA
Meeting Date: Tuesday, 5/14/2019
Location: New Far East Restaurant
Location: New Far East Restaurant
- Joseph W3JVC - Battery Technology
Meeting Date: Tuesday, 6/11/2019
Location: New Far East Restaurant
Location: New Far East Restaurant
- Field Day Discussion and Preparation
- Possible (TBA) - Portable Operation
Meeting Date: Tuesday, 7/9/2019
Location: New Far East Restaurant
Location: New Far East Restaurant
- TBA
MAY RAFFLE!!!
FOR OUR MAY RAFFLE, WE HAVE A YAESU FT-65R HT.
As usual, tickets will be $5.00 each at the meeting, drawing to be held when enough tickets have been sold to pay for the unit.
As usual, tickets will be $5.00 each at the meeting, drawing to be held when enough tickets have been sold to pay for the unit.
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YAESU FT-65R Description
Yaesu FT-65R The Yaesu FT-65R is a rugged, lightweight and compact VHF/UHF handheld transceiver that offers up to 5W of output power along with lower power settings of 2.5W and 0.5W. The Yaesu FT-65R boasts an IP54 rating along with MIL-810-C, D and E. The big front internal speaker provides 1 full watt of powerful, crisp and clear audio output which is a joy to your ears, especially for noisy environments. The FT-65R features a newly designed large white background LED display that is vibrant and highly visible, even in the toughest conditions. The front panel also features 4 user programmable quick recall keys. Vox operation is available with the optional SSM-512B earpiece. The FT65R is supplied with a 1950mAh Li-Ion battery pack that is capable of over 9 hours of operation. An optional 2500mAh Li-Ion provides over 11.5 hours of operating time. The FT-65R is also supplied with a 2.5 hour Rapid Charger to get you back on the air in a hurry! In the box with the Yaesu FT-65R you will find an antenna, 7.4V 1950 mAh Li-Ion Battery (SBR-25LI), a rapid charger (SBH-22), AC Adapter (SAD-20B), Belt Clip (SHB-18), Operating Manual and Warranty Card. |
MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION
If you like what you see here on our web site, we invite you to come to one of our Monthly Meetings! Experience our Club in person! You can print a Membership Application below, bring it along and plug right in to the group by joining our Club when you visit!
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Study to be a Ham Radio Operator!
The C.A.R.E. Club provides a Technician/General Class Licensing Course approximately twice a year.
This course runs about 10-12 weeks in length.
Our course is not just a test preparation class. It is a combined Technician and General Class preparation program that will get you ready for the licensing exams, and help you understand the fundamentals of radio and basic electronics.
Check here for the dates of our Summer Class Session, slated for Early August, 2019.
Sessions are held at 9am at Fire Station #4, located near the corner of Table Rock Rd. and Berrydale, next to Railroad Park. Class size is limited!
SEE OUR LICENSE CLASSES PAGE FOR MORE INFORMATION
There is no cost for these class sessions, but discounted textbooks are available through the instructors (Bring cash or check for 2 textbooks x $22.50 = $45.00). There is a $15.00 fee for the test session, which is given at the end of the course.
For more information, CLICK HERE,
email ham.class@yahoo.com , or call Curt KF7VZV at 541-261-2648.
The C.A.R.E. Club provides a Technician/General Class Licensing Course approximately twice a year.
This course runs about 10-12 weeks in length.
Our course is not just a test preparation class. It is a combined Technician and General Class preparation program that will get you ready for the licensing exams, and help you understand the fundamentals of radio and basic electronics.
Check here for the dates of our Summer Class Session, slated for Early August, 2019.
Sessions are held at 9am at Fire Station #4, located near the corner of Table Rock Rd. and Berrydale, next to Railroad Park. Class size is limited!
SEE OUR LICENSE CLASSES PAGE FOR MORE INFORMATION
There is no cost for these class sessions, but discounted textbooks are available through the instructors (Bring cash or check for 2 textbooks x $22.50 = $45.00). There is a $15.00 fee for the test session, which is given at the end of the course.
For more information, CLICK HERE,
email ham.class@yahoo.com , or call Curt KF7VZV at 541-261-2648.
CLASSIFIEDS
If you have an item to sell, or you are looking for something to purchase,
consider putting a free listing here!
Contact the webmaster at clh143@yahoo.com
consider putting a free listing here!
Contact the webmaster at clh143@yahoo.com
For Sale
Like new condition with original box
Yaesu FT-990 HF RIG
Asking $600
Contact David KL1XI
Davidhoffmann11@gmail.com
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Like new condition with original box
Yaesu FT-990 HF RIG
Asking $600
Contact David KL1XI
Davidhoffmann11@gmail.com
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THE RADIO AMATEUR'S CODE
The Radio Amateur is:
CONSIDERATE...
He/[She] never knowingly operates in such a way as to lessen the pleasure of others.
LOYAL...
He/[She] offers loyalty, encouragement and support to other amateurs, local clubs, the IARU Radio Society in his/[her] country, through which Amateur Radio in his/[her] country is represented nationally and internationally.
PROGRESSIVE...
He/[She] keeps his/[her] station up to date. It is well-built and efficient. His/[Her] operating practice is above reproach.
FRIENDLY...
He/[She] operates slowly and patiently when requested; offers friendly advice and counsel to beginners; kind assistance, cooperation and consideration for the interests of others. These are the marks of the amateur spirit.
BALANCED...
Radio is a hobby, never interfering with duties owed to family, job, school or community.
PATRIOTIC...
His/[Her] station and skills are always ready for service to country and community.
CONSIDERATE...
He/[She] never knowingly operates in such a way as to lessen the pleasure of others.
LOYAL...
He/[She] offers loyalty, encouragement and support to other amateurs, local clubs, the IARU Radio Society in his/[her] country, through which Amateur Radio in his/[her] country is represented nationally and internationally.
PROGRESSIVE...
He/[She] keeps his/[her] station up to date. It is well-built and efficient. His/[Her] operating practice is above reproach.
FRIENDLY...
He/[She] operates slowly and patiently when requested; offers friendly advice and counsel to beginners; kind assistance, cooperation and consideration for the interests of others. These are the marks of the amateur spirit.
BALANCED...
Radio is a hobby, never interfering with duties owed to family, job, school or community.
PATRIOTIC...
His/[Her] station and skills are always ready for service to country and community.
SOME OF OUR MEMBERS...
Some of our Members have given permission for their First Names and Call Signs to be here on the public section of our website to introduce themselves to you. This is not an exhaustive list of our Membership.
C.A.R.E. Club Members / Call Signs:
- Joseph - W3JVC
- Joe - AF7GN
- Darrell - N7CZX
- Curt - KF7VZV
- Dale - N7IXS
- Kirk - KF7N
- Bill - N7EU
- Rob - N7RFD
- Jackie - KC7WWJ
- Carrie - KD7HSD
- Rick - KI7BRW
- Scott - KI7HSR
- Amy - AG7GP
- Robin - N7HAP
- Brooksby - AE7BR
- Crystal - N5LEQ
- Leonard - KI7NES
- Nikki - KI7LUD
- David - KG7RXN
- Donna - KG7RXI
- John - AA7JU
- Matt - KI7ONN
