Re: [BVARC] Museum Ships Coordination meeting - was tonight (postponed)

2021-05-11 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
OK, I never heard from you about "a chat" but I guess we have more time now. FYI, Priss is having a hip replacement on June 1.  So I can probably go there Friday, Saturday and/or Sunday for a while, but regretfully I'm sure I won't be able to pull a 48 hour shift.  This is a personal let down fo

Re: [BVARC] New HAM needs assistance tuning a Butternut HV9V Antenna

2021-08-24 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
Mark, I checked for you on the BVARC Roster and do not see you there.  In what part of Houston Metro do you live?If you haven't joined BVARC, I suggest that you do.  There is a huge wealth of such knowledge among the members. John, K5IZO On Tuesday, August 24, 2021, 04:49:02 AM CDT, Mark Ra

Re: [BVARC] GQRP annual virtual convention, Sept 4-5

2021-09-02 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
My linear doesn't tune down to QRP.IZO On Thursday, September 2, 2021, 09:47:29 AM CDT, mark janzer via BVARC wrote: This weekend!  It's a worldwide event, speakers from UK, US, India and New Zealand.About 700 currently registered to attend. Free to GQRP members: GQRP Club - Low Power

Re: [BVARC] Museum Ships - Work Week Nov. 7th-13th

2021-10-08 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
Really sounds GREAT!  Count me IN! John, K5IZO On Friday, October 8, 2021, 11:35:22 AM CDT, mark janzer via BVARC wrote: Associated with the work week below - we're hoping to gather up a few BVARCians, as a separate crew, to help with getting the Cavalla HF antenna operational.If i

[BVARC] Ross Lawler, W5HFF, SK

2022-03-29 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
With great sorrow, I am informing you that Ross Lawler, W5HFF,is a Silent Key.  Services are scheduledfor Wednesday morning, April 6.  Further detailswill be provided via this BVARC Reflector as soon as they are available. John Chauvin, K5IZO Brazo

[BVARC] Ross Lawler, W5HFF, viewing and services info

2022-03-30 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
The viewing and services information for Ross Lawler, W5HFF, is as follows: Wednesday, April 6  9:00 AM.   Viewing at Davis Greenlawn Funeral Chapel, 3900 B F Terry Blvd, Rosenberg, TX 7747110:00 AM.   Service.  Same location  2:30 PM.   Graveside.  Martindale, TX Respectfully, John Chauvin, K5IZ

[BVARC] Info on Ross Lawler, W5HFF, services tomorrow

2022-04-05 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
Apparently everyone did not get the info on Ross Lawler's services. Everything takes place tomorrow, Wednesday, April 6.9 AM      Viewing,  Davis Greenlawn Funeral Chapel, 3900 B F Terry Blvd, Rosenberg, TX 7747110 AM    Service, same as above.2:30 PM  Graveside, Martindale, TX Respectfully,John

[BVARC] IARU K5IZO Results

2022-07-10 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
I finally got back into the contest mode after about a year, albeit it was my usual laid back participation.  It was from my home (not the lake house) where I have this useless vertical; I just as well use 2 tin cans and a string when I try to run.  So, except for about 5Qs, these were all S&P.

Re: [BVARC] IARU K5IZO Results

2022-07-10 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
, I’ll be there at Lunch Bunch. Sent from my iPhone On Jul 10, 2022, at 10:03 AM, Ambrose E Fawcett III via BVARC wrote: Congratulations John, now come to next Wednesday's Lunch Bunch and tell us in person how you did it! PumpWA5CYI -Original Message- From: John Chauvin via

[BVARC] Have you thought about contests but were unsure? The NAQP this weekend is a fun starter!

2022-08-18 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
If so, the North American QSO Party this weekend is perfect for you. 1 - For most participants, it is a non-competitive event, including myself, who has been doing contests for 20 years.2 - All participants are limited to 100 watts, so if not having had an amp has been a concern, then "here you g

Re: [BVARC] The BVARC BEACON – A Critical State

2022-10-08 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
Thanks, I'll put you on the list of those that I will send an outline of the requirements for.  This is NOT pros and cons; It is just what it takes to do the job.  Look for it in a day or two. Tnx,John, K5IZO On Saturday, October 8, 2022 at 10:08:12 AM CDT, Mike Knedr via BVARC wrote:

Re: [BVARC] The BVARC BEACON – A Critical State

2022-10-08 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
Oops, I failed to see that my return went out to all.  It was only intended for Mike Knedr.REgardless, Eddie says it quite nicely. Tnx,John, K5IZO On Saturday, October 8, 2022 at 01:04:15 PM CDT, John Chauvin wrote: Thanks, I'll put you on the list of those that I will send an outline

Re: [BVARC] Genset Service?

2022-10-08 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
I agree with Mike Knedr, as I have used SW Fertilizer for such repairs for at least 2 decades.  They always tell you up front that it will take longer than they actually wind up taking (others estimate more quickly than they wind up actually taking).  Pricing is fair and they are knowledgeable.

[BVARC] BVARC Meeting tonight is BOTH In-Person and via Zoom

2022-10-13 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
Remember, the BVARC General Membership meeting tonight can be attended either in-person or via zoom.  For the in-person it will be at the Fire Station as we have had in recent months.  Thefeatured speaker will be Bob Heil, K9EID, via Zoom. Mr. Heil founded and owns Heil Sound.   CommunityVolunt

[BVARC] No General Membership Meeting: Yes, Hamfest Zoom meeting tonight

2023-01-12 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
As per precedent, because of the banquet, there will be no General Membership Meeting this month (would have been tonight).  Therefore, how about participating in the Hamfest Zoom meeting tonight.  No, it's not a recruiting session, but any volunteers will be heard.  Since you received this e-ma

Re: [BVARC] No General Membership Meeting: Yes, Hamfest Zoom meeting tonight

2023-01-12 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
denied the opportunity if social media is the only channel to recruitment.   John, KI5HOC On Thu, Jan 12, 2023 at 11:46 AM John Chauvin via BVARC wrote: As per precedent, because of the banquet, there will be no General Membership Meeting this month (would have been tonight).  Therefore, how

Re: [BVARC] Special Events Station

2023-02-18 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
It "took."  C U There.Any questions, contact JP Pritchard.  His contact info is on the BVARC web site.  See the link on the Home Page - Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club | Ham Radio Houston Texas | BVARC   Tnx, John, K5IZO On Saturday, February 18, 2023 at 10:12:11 AM CST, Allen Stallings vi

[BVARC] A fun opportunity to help at the Greater Houston Hamfest

2023-02-22 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
Hello BVARCers and other hams, Here is an enjoyable activity you can take part in to help make the Greater Houston Hamfest a fantastic success.  The Equipment Check Table needs staffing of hams to casually test equipment that potential buyers at the flea market are considering.  You don't need t

[BVARC] A good, easy, relaxing way to help for 1 or 2 hours at the Hamfest and do "a good thing."

2023-02-25 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
Do you know about the Equipment Check Table?  BVARC has a staffed table with basic test equipment where we perform basic tests on used equipment that attendees are thinking of buying.  The prospective purchaser can ask the seller if they can bring it to the check table to verify that at least it

[BVARC] Here is a relaxing, fun, educational, highly beneficial and "good for you and ham radio" way to spend an hour or two at the Hamfest

2023-03-01 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
In order to provide attendees the opportunity to see if the used equipment that they are about to purchase is working, BVARC provides a service at the Equipment Check Table to do basic tests on the equipment.  This is not a verification that the equipment fully performs properly, but should give

[BVARC] Dim bulb current limiting power supply

2023-03-02 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
r an old radio. Always warn people, plugging in old equipment that had not been fired up in several years can result in expensive damage if the caps are bad, Robert   From: BVARC On Behalf Of John Chauvin via BVARC Sent: Wednesday, March 01, 2023 8:13 PM To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO

[BVARC] Walter Bazarsky, W5KFL, SK

2023-04-12 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
Walter's wife, Pam, just informed me that Walter passed away last night.  She asked me to keep his ham friends informed.  Please do not contact them.  She will immediately advise me of the services and other details when known: I will then promptly post this on the Reflector. John Chauvin, K5IZO

[BVARC] Walter Bazarsky's (W5KFL) funeral arrangements

2023-04-12 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
Walter's funeral will be on Friday at 1PM at Beth Yeshurun Cemetery (1037 North Post Oak Road). John Chauvin, K5IZO.   Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org P

Re: [BVARC] Postal Rates

2023-04-17 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
Thanks, More reason to go all e-copy on the BEACON! IZO On Sunday, April 16, 2023 at 11:26:27 PM CDT, Scott Medbury via BVARC wrote: It has been announced that first  class postage will  be rising to $.66 on July 9th. Scott KD5FBA  Brazo

[BVARC] Added info: Re: Vice President's Update for May 2023

2023-05-01 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
To all, Thank you Kori for a great rundown of BVARC activities in May.  Hopefully many members take advantage of some of these opportunities to get out, operate, socialize and generally participate as they may. Since Kori mentions a June event, Field Day, I wish to also point out another offici

[BVARC] Free Samsung B/W Toner Cartridges - New, in box - Free

2023-05-19 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
My Samsung printer died, and thank's to HP killing the Samsung Printer line after acquisition, I could not get drivers and other customer support.  Thus I have 2 new, in-box printer B&W cartridges. U-HAUL. The box says for: ML-1610/ ML-1615 Series/ ML-2010/ ML-2010R/  ML-2010P/ ML-2010PR/ ML-201

[BVARC] Anyone have a small - 14", 17" max monitor they want to unload?

2023-07-24 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
My laptop at my lake cabin that I use for datalogging died but I have another old laptop, with a bad screen.  The laptop drives a working monitor OK.  I'll take a fully working 14-17" monitor for the right price.This email was sent via the reflector; Please do not do a "reply" or "reply to all"

[BVARC] IC-7300 Remoteing

2023-09-25 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
Has anyone successfully implemented the Icom Software (typ. RS-BA1 or any other) on the IC-7300?.  Please reply to ONLY me before I embark on that mission. Tnx es 73de John, K5IZO Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org

[BVARC] Saturday's meetings: Museum Ships Weekend, Board of Directors and Field Day

2017-05-05 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
Mike has asked me to send out this notice.  His computer was hacked and he can't do so. There are 3 meetings tomorrow.All are at Bayland Park.Bayland Park Community Centerhttps://www.google.com/maps/place/Bayland+Community+Center/@29.6949026,-95.4988767,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x8640c214fb195

[BVARC] My most memorable Field Day - in a swamp in South Louisiana in the 50s.

2017-05-07 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
Ahhh, Field Day is possibly my favorite amateur radio activity, and that is largely attributable to the first few Field Days that I participated in.   OK, so  picture the scene: K(N)5IZO was age 13-16, outside of New Orleans, 1957-1960.  FD was located in a park and set up in an open-air Quonset

[BVARC] Old headphones needed

2017-06-15 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
Does anyone have an old set of mono headphones (both earphones work off of the same mono input)?  If so, can I either borrow them for a few weeks or buy them from you for a price I can't refuse? Tnx es 73de John, K5IZO___ BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.

Re: [BVARC] Old headphones needed

2017-06-15 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
see if they still work. If they do, you are welcome to them. Scott KD5FBA From: BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org] On Behalf Of John Chauvin via BVARC Sent: Thursday, June 15, 2017 3:27 PM To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB Cc: John Chauvin Subject: [BVARC] Old headphones needed Does any

Re: [BVARC] Old headphones needed

2017-06-15 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
Thanks for the responses.  I've got it covered. John___ BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com

[BVARC] Off topic - looking for a computer repair company

2017-06-21 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
Does anyone have a recommendation for a small computer repair house that they used? John___ BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com

[BVARC] Off topic - Free HP Ink Cartridges

2017-07-02 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
My HP ink jet printer died.  Replaced with a Canon.I have 6 HP generic cartridges, XL63, some Color, some Black.Takeaway. John, K5IZO___ BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Message delivered to arch.

Re: [BVARC] KK5W(SK) Items for Sale

2017-07-17 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
Rick, I'll take the $10 HamKeyer. IZO From: Rick Hiller -- W5RH via BVARC To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB ; TDXS List Cc: Rick Hiller -- W5RH Sent: Monday, July 17, 2017 8:56 AM Subject: [BVARC] KK5W(SK) Items for Sale Items for Sale – KK5W(SK) GarageThe following list of Ha

[BVARC] OFF TOPI - - Needed - manual typewriter for my Grandson's project

2017-07-18 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
Does anyone have a (more-or-less) working manual (non-electric) typewriter that they want to get some cash for and get it out of your house?  My grandson has a project where he needs one. Tnx es 73de John, K5IZO___ BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org htt

[BVARC] Reminder - $100 Gift Certificate to the person who choses the selected Newsletter name.

2017-07-19 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
As announced in the July BVARC Newsletter, the Newsletter Naming Contest deadline is now approaching. Just submit your suggested newsletter name to the Editor (John Chauvin, k5...@yahoo.com) before July 31. The Newsletter regular contributors, Newsletter team and other interested members wil

[BVARC] Forming BVARC teams for NAQP CW

2017-07-22 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
If any of you want to join me to form a BVARC team for the NAQP CW contest please let me know.These are 12 hour max events, so it requires some commitment, but doesn't eat the whole weekend.We'll do the same for the SSB contest, but will address that after the CW event. NAQP CW is 2 weeks away,

Re: [BVARC] OFF TOPI - - Needed - manual typewriter for my Grandson's project

2017-07-22 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
Bruce,Tnx. I bought one from a member. John From: Bruce via BVARC To: John Chauvin via BVARC Cc: Bruce Sent: Tuesday, July 18, 2017 8:00 PM Subject: Re: [BVARC] OFF TOPI - - Needed - manual typewriter for my Grandson's project I have an antique Royal made in 1954. However,

[BVARC] Didn't realize this was to go to the entire reflector

2017-07-22 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
SRI, I didn't see that the BVARC reflector was on the reply to address. From: John Chauvin via BVARC To: "kk...@arrl.net" ; BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB Cc: John Chauvin Sent: Saturday, July 22, 2017 9:20 PM Subject: Re: [BVARC] OFF TOPI - - Needed - manual ty

Re: [BVARC] Fwd: ARRL Request to Contact Your US Senators Supporting S 1534 - the Amateur Radio Parity Act

2017-07-27 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
Keith, et al, Indeed, this bill is a disaster and will certainly lead to the demise of amateur radio.Do indeed see the article on Page 3 of the October BVARC Newsletter (on the BVARC website). The ARRL started what was to be a good thing, but then capitulated to the HOAs on EVERY point and makes

[BVARC] DEADLINE - TODAY. BVARC Newsletter Naming Contest. $100 DX Engineering gift certificate prize

2017-07-31 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
This is one final reminder that the deadline to get your suggestion(s) for a new name for the BVARC Newsletter Name is midnight tonight. We have quite a few already, but "the more the merrier." 73K5IZO___ BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org http://mail.bv

[BVARC] The BEACON (BVARC Newsletter) due date extension

2017-09-21 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
Because I know that EVERYONE will be feverishly operating the TEXAS QSO PARTY this weekend, the due date for BEACON articles is extended to Wednesday, the 27th, 6PM. Tnx es 73de John___ BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/li

[BVARC] Did you participate in the Texas QSO Party even if for just 2 QSOs?

2017-09-26 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
Did you know that BVARC is a prime supporter of the Texas QSO Party and has been for many years?Many members have participated in the event over the years and several have been rovers. BVARC has also donated to TXQP yearly in order to help pay for plaques. It's now up to you to show that you too

Re: [BVARC] Boy Scout Troop in need of Ham help

2017-10-25 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
I too agree that that is an incredible gift.I also agree to not simply "flip the switch" for the same reasons cited and more as cited below. I will be out of town this weekend, so I can't help with your plans this time. You indicate that no one of the licensed hams has ever operated HF.  I see th

[BVARC] Clarifying NAQP start time

2018-01-12 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
There have been several conflicting e-mails regarding the NAQP start time, and then some corrections, and some buried in the text. JUST TO BE CLEAR, it starts tomorrow at 1800 UT, that's HIGH NOON in Houston. C U there! John, K5IZO On Friday, January 12, 2018, 8:04:31 AM CST, Nizar Mullani

Re: [BVARC] Museum Ships Workday - this Saturday - January 20th

2018-01-16 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
BVARC Breakfast follow-up I intend to go to the Museum Ships Mobilization Party this weekend.Maybe several of us can carpool from breakfast. Tnx es 73de John, K5IZO (AKA "Li'l John") On Monday, January 15, 2018, 4:46:28 PM CST, mark janzer via BVARC wrote: We've scheduled a work day

[BVARC] 50'+ of ladder line needed by tomorrow

2018-01-19 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
Does anyone know where I can buy 50+ feet of ANY ladder-line in town today?  I need it by tomorrow.  Do you have any laying around you will sell me?  I don't care if it is 300, 450 or other ohm ladder-line.  It doesn't have to be new.  I just checked EPO and they don't sell it.  Otherwise I dela

[BVARC] Need companion to go to Orange Hamfest

2018-02-22 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
I would like to go to the Orange Hamfest on Saturday, but would like a riding companion (my car).  Is anyone interested? John, K5IZO___ BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Message delivered to arch...

[BVARC] Hamfest follow-up

2018-03-17 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
PLEASE DO NOT RESPOND VIA THE REFLECTOR:  We want everyone to submit ORIGINAL observations.PLEASE RESPOND ONLY TO ME - K5IZO@YAHOO.COMComments will be compiled with credits to the submitter and presented at the debriefing meeting in several weeks.  Info will be on the reflector well before the

[BVARC] CLARIFICATION Fw: Hamfest follow-up

2018-03-17 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
CLARIFICATION - Please send your comments to Mike Hardwick (N5VCX) at n5...@att.com and me.  The intent was to ask you to not send it to the entire reflector. John - Forwarded Message - From: John Chauvin To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB Sent: Saturday, March 17, 2018, 7:45:27

[BVARC] Follow-up request for your comments on the Greater Houston Hamfest

2018-03-29 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
If you haven't already sent in your comments about the Hamfest, please do so at your earliest convenience.  We are compiling these observations and will wrap it up this weekend.  We will then study all comments in detail, beginning as early as next week.  If you have already sent them along, we

[BVARC] Hamcom anyone?

2018-06-04 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
I'm looking for someone to go to Hamcom Friday and stay-over and return on Saturday -  your car or mine. Let me know. John, K5IZO___ BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Message delivered to arch...@ma

[BVARC] Disaster at the lake and NAQP

2018-08-05 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
As they say, "Doo-Doo happens."In the second hour, my XCVR cratered.  I brought my back up XCVR home last trip to sell it and "I don't need a backup for this trip."  Hi, Hi.   C'est La Vis .   40       12       0       0      12      23   20       37       0       0      37      71   15        3

[BVARC] Metal Detector?

2018-08-09 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
I am trying to locate a survey marker on my property.  Does anyone have a metal detector that I can borrow for a few days? John, K5IZO___ BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Message delivered to arch.

Re: [BVARC] Metal Detector?

2018-08-09 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
6:46:59 AM CDT, Rick Hiller -- W5RH wrote: Use the iPhone metal detector app.RH On Thu, Aug 9, 2018 at 6:36 AM John Chauvin via BVARC wrote: I am trying to locate a survey marker on my property.  Does anyone have a metal detector that I can borrow for a few days?

[BVARC] Texas QSO Party is over. Please show BVARC support and officially submit your log

2018-09-30 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
Please submit your log, even if you only made 3 QSOs.  We want to show BVARC member support.  FYI, BVARC sponsors at last 3 of the plaques.  Info is at  http://www.TXQP.net .  Once on the home page, click under "Rules" and then click "Operating Rules"  and then scroll down to "Log Submission." 73

[BVARC] CQ magazine issues missing

2019-02-15 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
Have any of you CQ Magazine subscribers received your January and February issues. The last one I received is December and my subscription is good to 2021. John ___ BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.

[BVARC] CORRECTION: Re: CW OPS 20 wpm contests tomorrow

2019-03-12 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
ARE NOT THE CORRECT TIMES 8AM, 2PM AND 10PM CDT? On Tuesday, March 12, 2019, 5:30:58 PM CDT, NIzar Mullani via BVARC wrote: Just a short reminder to everyone participating in the 20 wpm CWT contests tomorrow. The three contests start at 8 am, 2 pm and 10 pm CST. They last one hour ea

[BVARC] Road construction going out to the Greater Houston Hamfest

2019-03-22 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
When you go to the Greater Houston Hamfest, be aware that the TX Hwy 36 exit off of US59/I69 IS NOT MARKED as such!  If you miss it, you have to go about 4 or 5 miles before you can pull a U-Turn.So . . . After you cross the Brazos River, you go about 4 miles, passing 3 exits, and you will then

[BVARC] Accidentally sent Membership Form e-mail to the reflector

2019-04-08 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
I apologize that I accidentally sent the Membership Form request to the entire reflector.  It must have been there when I intended to "reply to all" which I thought was only several people that I included in the original e-mail.  Oops. In general, I strongly request that people DON'T do a "reply

[BVARC] Sharing with you Priss' and my special experience of 30 and 50 years ago

2019-07-18 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
I wrote an article for the Houston Astronomical Guidestar, 30 years ago, on the 20th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon walk, about my wife's and my special experience and circumstances in watching the 1969 event.  The PDF attached, is of that short article, scanned from the July 1989 Guidestar. 

[BVARC] IC-7300 and IC-746 boxes for free

2019-07-28 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
I have moved and have downsized.  I will have more goodies for your considerations. Today's specials are boxes with full padding for IC-7300 and IC-746 (746 Pro is the same).  If you want either for free, let me know.  Tuesday the go to Harris County recycling. Tnx es 73de John, K5IZO___

[BVARC] ARRL Ballot update

2019-10-21 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
REJOICE!  My ballot arrived today!  Rest assured, it is going into a mail drop tomorrow morning. IF YOU HAVE NOT RECEIVED YOUR BALLOT as of today's mail, per ARRL's suggestions, send for a replacement ballot TODAY.  You have received instructions from several sources, including the e-mail you sh

[BVARC] Anyone going to the San Antonio Hamfest this weekend?

2020-01-08 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
Is anyone going to the San Antonio Hamfest this weekend?  I might want to meet you there or even possibly coordinate transportation. John, K5IZO Everyone please check in the Monday Night 146.94MHz net 8PM... Get on the air!! Dont forget the BANQUET, Jan 31 2020 tickets on the website. Vo

Re: [BVARC] Monday Net?

2020-01-20 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
The repeter has been acting up all day.  Many I talked to were weak and/or scratchy with dropouts.  Mostly non communicative.  There is speculation that the rain got into a coax connector or other.  Tomorrow is supposed to be dry, so let's see if it goes away.  Wednesday, it rains again. 73IZO

[BVARC] EVERYONE needs an admission ticket to the Hamfest

2020-03-05 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
Whether you volunteered for 1 hour or 100 hours, whether you are President, or just joined BVARC last week, whether you have been a Chairperson for 10 years or attended all the organizational meetings, BVARC has made it a policy to not make any judgement calls and require admission fees paid by

[BVARC] Like new Samsung Laser Printer - free

2020-03-24 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
In my downsizing, I have would up with duplicate laser printers.  I do not need this one.  It looks new and works great.  Yours for the taking. I also have a perfectly good 14" monitor which is headed to the Harris County Hazardous Waste tomorrow. Tnx es 73de John, K5IZO__

[BVARC] Printer is gone. Monitor is pending

2020-03-24 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
I'll repost later today when I find out for sure if the monitor is gone. Tnx es 73de John, K5IZO Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org

[BVARC] Off topic - Can anyone recommend a Chiropractor?

2020-04-28 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
I am looking for a Chiropractor for back adjustments.  Can anyone recommend one that they have personally used and were satisfied with.  I've tried MDs, Physical T and Yoga. PLEASE DO NOT reply to all.  Please reply to me directly at k5...@yahoo.com Tnx es 73de John___

[BVARC] Off topic - has anyone been successful in turning off the Google Ads on their computer

2020-05-23 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
This is a popular subject when I Google it.  However none work.  I tried Bing, since I'm sure that Google has no incentive to give info on how to suppress their ads.  Nothing there works either. Please let me know how you succeeded. Tnx es 73de John

[BVARC] This is a test - this is the subject line

2020-06-17 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
This is the text of the reflector message.This is only a text. Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org

[BVARC] There appears to be some confusion re !D and 1E for Field Day

2020-06-21 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
The NORMAL rules for FD state that any station operating D class (1D, 2D, etc) cannot claim contacts made another D class station.HOWEVER, that rule is waived for 2020.  So, this year only, any class can count contacts made with any class, including D class. There is also confusion regarding the

[BVARC] Please be sure to claim your club for your Field Day score

2020-06-26 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
Tomorrow (Saturday) at 1PM, many of us will start operating field day.  Most of us will probably be operating from their home station as Class 1D or 1E. Also, many BVARCers belong to several clubs, so those will have to decide which club to attribute their score to. MOST IMPORTANTLY, do submit yo

[BVARC] Field Day Inter-club Competition

2020-07-03 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
Rick, Here 'tis.It won't win anything, but it was fun.FYI - I was at the lake and had an intermittent RF feedback problem.  I'll pursue it in earnest next time up (hopefullly late this coming week).  Band  CW   Phone Dig  Total   %    --   - ---  - ---    8

[BVARC] Inconsistent entries of forms on the ARRL Field Day entry

2020-07-03 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
THERE IS AN INCONSISTENCY IN THE FORMS AS SUBMITTED BY THOSE ATTRIBUTING TO BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB. At this time, there are 2 entries submitted to BRAZO VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB  but12 entries submitted to BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB. PLEASE BE SURE TO SELECT BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR

[BVARC] K5IZO IARU HF 2020

2020-07-12 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
I believe that this is the first time that I worked IARU in earnest, though I might have tested the waters in the past.  I had a lot of fun. I operated from my lake house.  I probably had "butt-in-chair" about 12 hours  with maybe 60 minutes +/- on, 30 minutes +/- off, etc.Generally on-and-off for

[BVARC] Off topic subject - Bright comet visible - first bright one since Hale-Bopp in 1992-1993

2020-07-18 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
I'm sure that many of you know this, but for those that don't, Comet Neowise is now visible in the evening sky.  This is the brightest comet since Hale-Bopp in 1996-1997.  See the attached article for particulars. The short version is you should find a relatively dark sky with good horizon, say

Re: [BVARC] Matry AG5T - Amplifier

2020-07-25 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
So is Marty still at it or did you just send this as a holdover from your "helping" him months back?  He didn't respond to my fair offer of a few months ago.  I didn't pursue it further based your comment about he wants the seller to do everything for him and will be pestered forever.  I still

[BVARC] If you are thinking about dipping your toes into contesting, the perfect event takes place this weekend.

2020-08-11 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
The North American QSO Party,  https://ncjweb.com/naqp/  takes place this weekend, from 1PM CDT, Saturday, August 15 to 1AM CDT Sunday morning, August 16.  That's only 12 hours, but if you work "only" 3 or 4 hours, that would be a great intro. To wit:1.  The maximum allowable power is 100W.  S

[BVARC] Need to borrow a headset w/ footswitch

2020-08-14 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
I am trying to borrow a headset and footswitch for a fellow ham to use in the NAQP-SSB contest this weekend.  The rig connecor has to be the 8 pin connector for an Icom. Please reply directly back to me at k5...@yahoo.com (not "reply" or "reply to") if you can provide one.  Also, you can call or

[BVARC] Correcting phone # type - - Re: Need to borrow a headset w/ footswitch

2020-08-14 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
The correct phone number is 281-216-4158. On Friday, August 14, 2020, 09:30:12 AM CDT, John Chauvin via BVARC wrote: I am trying to borrow a headset and footswitch for a fellow ham to use in the NAQP-SSB contest this weekend.  The rig connecor has to be the 8 pin connector for an

Re: [BVARC] SSB contest today starting at 1 pm.

2020-08-15 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
I'm already on Frequency!T-minus 74 minutes. IZO On Saturday, August 15, 2020, 10:16:55 AM CDT, Nizar Mullani via BVARC wrote: We need some Q’s and multipliers on 10 and 15 meters. I will be calling CQ on 28.488 MHz starting at 1 pm for about half hour. Call me or other Hams you can

[BVARC] IC-746 and IC-7300 boxes, like new, free

2020-12-06 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
I'm cleaning out some storage.  I want these boxes to be gone ASAP.  Reply directly to me if you want one.Otherwise, hey will be in the Harris County Landfill on Tuesday.  The 746 box should fit the 746 Pro.   Tnx es 73de John, K5IZO Brazos Valley

Re: [BVARC] IC-746 and IC-7300 boxes, like new, free

2020-12-07 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
Keith NM5G   From: BVARC On Behalf Of John Chauvin via BVARC Sent: Sunday, December 6, 2020 5:10 PM To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB Cc: John Chauvin Subject: [BVARC] IC-746 and IC-7300 boxes, like new, free   I'm cleaning out some storage.  I want these boxes to be gone ASAP.  Reply di

Re: [BVARC] having CW brain gas

2014-05-25 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
My FISTS # is 10309 They go bananas when I send AT3TN For clarity, I usually send it  -  10309 AT3TN I couldn't have much worse of a FISTS # for CW.   I suppose I could find a few with more dashes. John From: K5HM via BVARC To: 'Bill Stone' ; 'BRAZOS VALLEY AM

Re: [BVARC] [tdxs-list] AD5Q and Field Day

2014-07-01 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
I agree with the accolades sent to everyone for a great Field Day.  I feel that one person in particular was missing from the individuals to "highlight."  That is Roy, W5TKZ.  Hats off to him, Roy, Glenn and all others that participated. Tnx es 73 de John, K5IZO ___

[BVARC] Do you have a Technician or higher class ham license? Big Al is dead meat!

2014-07-24 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
BIG AL (N5XZ) IS DEAD MEAT! BIG AL IS GOING DOWN! If you have a Technician or higher class ham license, you can join in to make Big Al tuck his tail between his legs.  A Technician Class licensee has SSB privileges on 10M from 28.300 to 28.500 MHz which is where 90% of the SSB action is on 10

[BVARC] 10-10 BVARC Challenge and log submittals

2014-08-09 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
Did you make at least 1 QSO in the 10-10 Summer SSB event last weekend.  If so, be sure that you send the number of QSOs that you made to either (or both) Nizar Mullani and Bill Stone.  It doesn't matter if you have a 10-10 number or not.  All Nizar and Bill need are your number of QSOs.  They d

Re: [BVARC] Dinner before meeting tonight?

2014-08-14 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
OK, Heimlich Maneuver and Mikey, I'll join in also.  The meeting is at 7:30 so 6PM should be fine.  I'm picking up Elija, KF5WFB, a blind ham, so we will show up at 6. Li'l John From: Michael Wrenn via BVARC To: K5HM Cc: Allen N5XZ ; Roy Storey ; BRAZOS VA

Re: [BVARC] Food Before Meeting

2014-09-11 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
I'm going to Jade Cafe, 2565 Eldridge Road, 1 block North of the meeting location, on the West Side. It is convenient to all, food is good and fairly healthy, good quantities and fairly priced. I'll arrive 6:20-6:30. Now you have 2 places to choose from where a BVARCer will be present. Tnx,

[BVARC] Did you make at least 1 QSO during the TX QSO Party? It's not too late!

2014-10-20 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
If you made 1 QSO during the TX QSO Party then you count as a BVARC participant just the same as the member that made 1000 Qs. BVARC has shown support for the TQP for many years by sponsoring at least 4 plaques, by having them make a featured presentation at a general membership meeting and by

Re: [BVARC] Did you make at least 1 QSO during the TX QSO Party? It's not too late!

2014-10-20 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
ssage From: John Chauvin via BVARC Date:10/20/2014 13:12 (GMT-06:00) To: BVARC List Server Subject: [BVARC] Did you make at least 1 QSO during the TX QSO Party? It's not too late! If you made 1 QSO during the TX QSO Party then you count as a BVARC participant just the same as the m

[BVARC] W7O - Special Event Sta for 40th anniv of Oscar Launch - now on 18.128

2014-11-17 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
He is coming in fairly loud on 18.128Go get 'em.  I got him on first call, barefoot, with a vertical. Li'l John___ BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org

[BVARC] Non-ham-item freebie

2014-11-23 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
I'm downsizing my "treasures" and still have 2 new, unopened Xerox Laser Toner Cartridges which are headed for the Harris County Hazardous Products Recycling Center on Tuesday if no one takes them.  They are for XC-800, XC-1000 and compatible laser printers.  That printer died a few years back.

Re: [BVARC] From TDXS --- 10 Meter Contest This Weekend

2014-12-12 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
Actually, this e-mail is only partially correct.The exchange for some of us is "599 TX" - - hi, hi. Li'l Joh   From: Rick Hiller via BVARC To: 'BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB' Sent: Friday, December 12, 2014 7:02 AM Subject: [BVARC] From TDXS --- 10 Meter Contest This Weekend Subj

[BVARC] Prolog 2K (V8) question

2014-12-15 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
Does anyone in the club use Prolog data logger?  If so, I have a question.  Please reply directly to me. Thanks,John, K5IZO___ BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org

Re: [BVARC] Ham Radio Night at the Sugar Land Skeeters

2015-02-13 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
Scott, It is impossible to schedule something to be free of conflicts.  However you should be aware of some Ham related conflicts in May and June: May 15-17 - Dayton Hamvention.  This is the largest Hamfest in the nation.  Typically 3 or 4 and sometimes a few more attend. June 6 & 7 - Museum Ship

[BVARC] Did you make at least 1 Q in the recent 10-10 SSB Phone QSO party?

2015-02-17 Thread John Chauvin via BVARC
If you made 1 QSO or if you made 1000 QSOs in the recent 10-10 SSB Phone QSO Party, be sure that you send in your log to them.  THE DEADLINE IS THIS WEEKEND!  Be sure that you cite "SHOT" as your local chapter of 10-10.  Since Big Al and Sir William could not participate, SHOT needs you to subm

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