Activities/Events

ACTIVITIES / EVENTS

FCC to charge $35 for your license
FCC soon to require your email address
The FCC will soon begin charging $35 for all initial, renewal, and vanity HAM licenses. Strangely they completely discounted the value of HAM radio in emergency communications saying that HAM's were not required to use their radios solely for emergency communications and so it was a voluntary thing that didn't support maintaining the fee free license.
You can read the FCC's report and order FCC 20-184 HERE to see just how they value HAM radio.

ALSO, the FCC is currently "encouraging" HAM's to provide an email address and will soon be requiring an email address to be submitted for receiving official correspondence. I'm not sure how this is going to work for those HAM's who don't have email for one reason or another. One of our own members lives off the grid with no internet available.
You can read more HERE on the ARRL website

NOMINATION & ELECTION INFO

At the regularly scheduled October meeting the membership present approved amending the Club’s Constitution. The amendment, as approved, can be read in the meeting minutes which are now published in the members section.

As there is no current nominee for the office of President, the Board has voted unanimously to invoke the newly approved Article III of the Constitution and utilize that authority to keep nominations for President open until 5pm on November 9th.

Should no person be nominated and accept, the Board will consider all options available.

You do not have to wait for someone to nominate you. You can say that you’re willing to accept a nomination. If that is the case, please contact any member of the Board. If you don’t have our contact information, it is available in the member’s area on the MEMBERSHIP ROSTER.

The following persons have been accepted nomination for the offices indicated:
     For President: NONE
     For Vice President: John Fowler AA7JF
     For Secretary: Luke Bryan KJ7BKH
     For Treasurer: Dave Goldstein KJ7GFS
     For Member At Large:
    Nick Aello
Michael Torgesen

OCTOBER MEETING

VERY IMPORTANT TO ATTEND AS WE
NOMINATE NEXT YEARS OFFICERS

DATE: Tuesday, October 13th
TIME: 6:30pm
LOCATION:
Robert Pfaff Park
635 Manzanita Street
Central Point

Click the links below for the documents

2020-10-13_Meeting Agendum.pdf

Proposed Constitutional Amendment.pdf

FIRES ANNOUNCEMENT

All Club members have been accounted for AND ARE SAFE after the recent fires in our area. Three homes, affecting FOUR members, were destroyed in the fire but folks go out safely.

If you have been affected by the fire, please let us know. We're HAM's, our hobby is known for helping each other. That doesn't apply just to putting up antennae.

The Almeda fire has destroyed hundreds of homes and our club members were not unscathed. While some merely had to endure the threat of evacuating, others had to leave their homes, a few have lost their homes.

CLUB MEMBERSHIP MEETING

JULY 14th, 6:30 PM

The C.A.R.E. Board met on June 30th in Central Point. As a result of that meeting Robert Pfaff Park in downtown Central Point was chosen as the location for the JULY Membership meeting. As dictated by the Club’s bylaws, the meeting will be on the second Tuesday of the month at 6:30pm.

Members and guests are invited. We ask that you observe the current restrictions but we are not, and cannot be, the mask or social distancing police. You should exercise your own discretion.

PLEASE BRING A FOLDING CHAIR IF YOU CAN THOUGH THERE IS SOME SEATING

The Park is located at 635 Manzanita Street, Central Point and a link to the Park’s website is below:

https://www.centralpointoregon.gov/parksrec/page/robert-pfaff-park

RAFFLE
BioEnno 12ah Battery and Charger

COVID 19 UPDATES

     The following IS NOT legal advice, it is merely a restating of news reports on the issue and any steps being taken by the Club. I will be keeping a close eye on developments and posting updates as appropriate.
     The delayed class, Board, & General membership meetings will resume when able but are dependent upon a number of factors such as venue availability.
                                                                                                      Bruce Cook, President, CARE Club

Monday, July 13th
     Today the governor is reported to have issued more restrictive orders that will take affect on Wednesday, July 15th. Not sure of the details at this time.

Friday, June 12th
     Earlier today the OR Supreme Court issued its opinion in the ongoing lawsuit challenging the governors orders. They vacated the injunction and so the matter should be returning to the lower Court as the current restrictions remain in place. More to follow when I have the time.

Tuesday, June 2nd
     Plaintiffs filled their response to state's arguments on the stay.

Thursday, May 27th
     The state filed its arguments with the Supreme Court in support of the Supreme Court upholding its stay of the Circuit Court injunction.

Tuesday, May 26th (5:00 pm)
     Deadline for Judge Shirtcliff before the OR Supreme Court.
     Judge Shirtcliff cc'd the Oregon Supreme Court on a three sentence letter to plaintiffs and the state DOJ. I think I would consider this as "option 3" (Do nothing) since CCing the Court is not filing with the Court. Perhaps there was also a filing and our illustrious media simply chose to use the letter? Who knows.
     The letter is quoted below.

"As you know, the Oregon Supreme Court issued an Alternative Writ of Mandamous on May 23, 2020. I have elected to stand by my original ruling. I will not be vacating the May 18, 2020 Order Granting Preliminary Injunctive Relief and Denying Motion To Dismiss or taking other action."

     NOW the state (governor, Attorney Gen, etc.) has until the 28th (Thursday) to file briefs with the Supreme Court responding to the grievances of the plaintiffs who will respond to the states arguments by June 2nd.


PRIOR UPDATES ARE BELOW

Monday, May 25th
     While Monday's (18th) Court decision momentarily restored the rights of Oregonian's, the OR Supreme Court stayed the Circuit Court injunction against the governors orders. Tomorrow, the Circuit Court Judge will make one of the three choices listed in the entry for the 23rd (below). I don't believe the Judge will chose "option" 1 as that would essentially be saying he was wrong..... judges don't like that. I believe it most likely he will exercise "option" 2 and argue his legal reasoning before the Supreme Court. He will basically be defending his judicial capabilities and attempting an argument the Supreme Court has no choice but to back as the law is rather clear.

     Regardless of how the Supreme Court rules, the case is still not final at the Circuit Court level (and will likely be appealed regardless of who prevails). Should the Supreme Court continue their stay of the Circuit Court injunction that means that current goobernatorial orders would remain in effect as the lower court case continues. If the stay is lifted by the Supreme Court the orders would again be null and void, at least until the outcome of the case, including appeals, is decided.

     As things stand, there is no way to predict when we will again be able to meet or have a place to meet for that matter. It all depends upon the outcome of the current case before the Supreme Court as well as the trial within the Circuit Court.

     There is also the variable of the ability of the New Far East restaurant to reopen.

Saturday, May 23rd
     OR Supreme Court ruled that Judge Shirtcliff must choose between three options:
1) vacate his earlier ruling to invalidate Brown’s orders
      2) argue further before Oregon’s high court about why that ruling was correct
      3) do nothing

Friday, May 22nd
     Both sides filed their briefs with the Supreme Court

Tuesday, May 19th
     As of yesterday afternoon the New Far East was open for take out. I'm not sure when they reopened but they have been good to us, we should try to support them in what must be a serious financial hardship. Apparently they are also having trouble getting employees to return as they are "making" more on unemployment with the extra $600/week than if they were working.

Tuesday, May 19th
     Late Monday night a member or members of the Oregon Supreme Court issued a "stay" on the Baker county Court decision nullifying the governors orders. This does NOT mean that they have over ruled the decision but that the decision is on hold until the Supreme Court hears the governors appeal. This is not surprising considering the makeup of the Court. So, until the Supreme Court rules, we are right back where we were. There are other lawsuits progressing as well but they are further behind in the process.
     If you are concerned about this case, you should write your Oregon representatives. You can find your representatives by going to the Oregon Legislative web site and entering your address.

Monday May 18th
      An Oregon court in Baker county declared that the Governors Executive Orders RE: the "COVID crisis" were null and void due to violating the Oregon Constitutions 1 month time limit on such orders without Legislative
action. The Governor has vowed to immediately appeal to the Oregon Supreme Court where 5 of the 7 justices were appointed by her.
     Unless the Oregon Supreme Court issues a stay (delaying the lower courts decision) or reverses, ALL Gubernatorial Executive Orders under the COVID emergency are null and void.

CARE MEETINGS POSTPONED

From the Board:
CARE is suspending all “Contact” activities immediately until further notice. This applies to Board Meetings, General Membership Meetings, and Classes.
What will we do?

We will hold our Monday Checkins on 147.100 (John’s Peak), and announcements will be made as data becomes available.
The website (www.carehamradio.com) will be updated as information is released.
We are working to come up with a method of online meeting, but we clearly do not have the resources for it, so as they say, “results may vary”.

All Members are encouraged to stay abreast of the developments in our communities (Web, TV, Etc.) and be prepared to participate in emerging situations. Review your “go bag” inventories, radio equipment manuals, etc. and be ready to assist your families.
Please……….. Make sure we have accurate cell phone and e-mail addresses. If in doubt, send a message to a member of the Board and we will update it.

WE WON 3A OR! 2019 FIELD DAY RESULTS - K7D

ARRL ANNOUNCES NEW MAGAZINE

Newington, CT – October 17, 2019 –
ARRL, the national association for Amateur Radio® is launching a new magazine, On the Air, in January 2020. To be published on a bimonthly basis, On the Air will offer new and beginner-to-intermediate-level radio amateurs a fresh approach to exploring radio communications. Each issue will include advice and insight on topics from the variety of Amateur Radio interests and activities: radio technology, operating, equipment, project building, and emergency communications. The goal of this new magazine is to be a vital resource in helping new and newer radio amateurs get active and involved in radio communications.

“On the Air responds to the brand new, and not-so brand new radio amateur seeking ideas and answers,” says Editor Becky Schoenfeld, W1BXY, who is part of the ARRL staff team that developed the new magazine. The planning included an extensive national-level study of new Amateur Radio licensees, identifying their motivations for getting licensed and their experiences of getting started. A focus group responded positively to a trial sample edition of the magazine. “Too many new licensees never take the next step,” says Schoenfeld. “We’re excited to introduce a new amateur radio magazine for this audience, aimed at getting them active, getting them involved, and getting them on the air.”

The first issue of On the Air will be published in January 2020 (Jan/Feb issue) and will be introduced as a new ARRL membership benefit. When eligible members in the US join ARRL or renew their membership, they will be prompted to select the print magazine of their choice; On the Air or QST. QST magazine is ARRL’s official membership journal, published monthly since December 1915. QST supports active radio amateurs with ham radio news, equipment reviews, projects, and stories of public service, advocacy, and volunteerism. Current members receiving print QST, upon renewal, may choose to continue receiving QST (mailed monthly) or On the Air (mailed bimonthly). The online membership application will support the new magazine designation next month.

All ARRL members, including international members, will be able to access digital editions of both QST and On the Air magazines. Members who already access QST on the web or from the mobile app will be able to access QST and On the Air in January.

For information about ARRL and Amateur Radio, visit www.arrl.org and www.arrl.org/what-is-ham-radio.

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AMATEUR RADIO TEST SESSIONS 2019

JACKSON COUNTY

FIRE DISTRICT 5 HQ 5811 SOUTH PACIFIC HIGHWAY PHOENIX, OR 97535
(2020 Dates: JUL 25, OCT 31 )
REGISTRATION STARTS @ 0830 - TESTING STARTS @ 0900 — WALK-INS WELCOME
PHOTO ID AND $15.00 FEE CASH OR CHECK
COPIES OF EXISTING LICENSE REQUIRED WHEN UPGRADING
CONTACT: KG7BP DON BENNETT EMAIL: kg7bp@arrl.net PHONE: (541) 973-3625

JOSEPHINE COUNTY
FRUITDALE GRANGE 1940 PARKDALE DRIVE GRANTS PASS, OR 97527
(2020 Dates: MAY 15, AUG 21, NOV 20)
DOORS OPEN AT 1800
TESTING STARTS @ 1830—WALK-INS WELCOME
PHOTO ID AND $15.00 FEE CASH OR CHECK
PAPER COPIES OF EXISTING LICENSE REQUIRED WHEN UPGRADING
CONTACT: K7VSU JOHN STUBBE EMAIL: K7VSU@arrl.net PHONE: (541) 218-2244

DOUGLAS COUNTY
DOUGLAS COUNTY COURT HOUSE 1036 S.E. Douglas Ave Roseburg, OR 97470 ROOM 310
(2020 Dates: SECOND WED OF EACH MONTH - EXCLUDING JULY AND AUGUST)
TESTING STARTS @ 1800 HRS—WALK-INS WELCOME
PHOTO ID AND $15.00 FEE CASH OR CHECK TO "ARRL"
COPIES OF EXISTING LICENSE REQUIRED WHEN UPGRADING

DESCHUTES COUNTY
(LOCATION: BEND LIBRARY)
(2020 Dates: JUN 10, JUL 22, AUG 26, SEP 30, NOV 4, DEC 16)
TESTING STARTS @ 1300 HRS — NO WALK-INS PLEASE
PHOTO ID AND $15.00 FEE CASH OR CHECK
COPIES OF EXISTING LICENSE REQUIRED WHEN UPGRADING
PLEASE NO WALK INS - RSVP 1 WEEK IN ADVANCE OF DATE
  All dates are on a Wednesday Except March 5th date.... and at 1:00PM at the Bend Library.
However since the location has changed in the past, be sure to contact Joe (below) to confirm location.
CONTACT FOR RESERVATIONS AND TESTING SITE LOCATION:
JOE BARRY K7SQ (541)-385-3152 / joek7sq@gmail.com

BROOKINGS
(2020 Dates: JUN 6, AUG 1, OCT 3, DEC 5)
ALL EXAMS ARE AT 9:30AM (note updated time)
AT THE BROOKINGS CHETCO LIBRARY ANNEX
Off Hwy 101, turn downhill at the Dairy Queen, go to the stop sign, and the Annex is across from the Library.
NO WALK-INS - PLEASE RSVP A WEEK IN ADVANCE
Pelican Bay Amateur Radio Club
http://www.pelicanbayarc.com
$14.00 TEST FEE CASH OR CHECK
OR RESERVATIONS Contact Brian Wagers KG7VJG, wagersb@gmail.com

SHASTA COUNTY - CALIFORNIA
(2020 Dates: MAY 16)
TESTING STARTS @ 1000 HRS—WALK-INS WELCOME
PHOTO ID AND $15.00 FEE CASH OR CHECK
COPIES OF EXISTING LICENSE REQUIRED WHEN UPGRADING
All candidates are asked to arrive early so that we can start testing by 10:00 AM. We ask that you pre-register for the exams. Space is limited. Those who have pre-registered are guaranteed a spot at the exam session(s).
Due to space limitations, we cannot accommodate walk-ins (those who do not pre-register).
The deadline to pre-register is noon on the day prior to the exam.
WE HAVE A NEW TESTING LOCATION :
20055 Viking Way, Building 4, Redding, CA
Questions? Reservations:
http://www.reddingve.com/index_files/examdates.htm
Redding ARRL VE Team, Steve Mosconi K6KS/ sjmosconi@gmail.com

The Shingletown Amateur Radio Club holds licensing exams in even-numbered months.
So, if you are ready to take your exam and don’t want to wait for our next exam session,
consider testing with them. Their exam dates for 2020 are:
(2020 DATES: JUN 20, AUG 22, OCT 17, DEC 12)
All exam sessions start promptly at 8:00 AM. Candidates are requested to arrive 15 minutes early for orientation and completion of registration. Licensing exams are held at the same location as their monthly meetings, at Open Door Community Church, 33883 State Highway 44, Shingletown, CA.
Check their web page for more details:  https://www.qrz.com/db/wo6p

NETS & MORE NETS

C.A.R.E. NET MONDAYS 1900 HRS 147.100Mhz ( No PL currently, 136.5 future ) plus offset
C.A.R.E. NET (BACKUP) MONDAYS 1900 HRS 145.410Mhz ( No PL ) neg offset
SWAPNET TUESDAYS 1900 HRS 146.940Mhz (DCS 023)
ROUND TABLE NET TUESDAYS 1900 HRS 144.200Mhz (NOTE: USB MODE!)
ROUND TABLE NET WEDNESDAYS 1000 HRS 144.200Mhz (NOTE: USB MODE!)
SPORTSMAN NET    WEDNESDAYS 1900 HRS 146.940Mhz (DCS 023)
ARES THURSDAYS 1930 HRS 146.840Mhz (PL 123)
EYEWARN THURSDAYS 2000 HRS 147.260Mhz (PL 123)
NEWSLINE FRIDAYS   1930 HRS 146.940Mhz (DCS 023)
AGON FRIDAYS   2000 HRS 146.940Mhz (DCS 023)

DAILY NETS:
10M DX Net DAILY   1430 UTC 28.330 MHz
USA DX Group DAILY   0630 UTC 7.240 MHz
Daily at 12 Noon - 7.283.5 MHz - Noontime Net
Daily at 5:30 PM - 3990 kHz - Oregon ARES Traffic Net
Daily at 5:50 PM - 3920 kHz - Beaver State Net
Daily at 6:00 PM - 3980 KHz Oregon Emergency Net
FOR CW:
Daily at 6:30 PM - 3569 kHz - Oregon Section Net/1
Daily at 10:00 PM - 3569 kHz - Oregon Section Net/2
Daily at 6:45 PM - 3563 kHz - Washington State Net
Daily at 7:00 PM - 3540 kHz - West Coast Net (Slow Speed CW Training - 10wpm)

C.A.R.E. CLUB MEETINGS - CURRENTLY POSTPONED...
We meet at 6:30 pm the second Tuesday of each month at the New Far East Restaurant, 236 N Front St, Medford, OR 97501. (Across from Porter's) This is to accommodate those that work and get off late, so they may attend.