Archive for July, 2021
Amateur radio survey results published
The RSGB ran an amateur radio survey in May as part of its input to an IARU workshop Over 1,000 people responded and gave their views of the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats for amateur radio both currently and in the future. A summary of the responses has been published in the August RadCom. You […]
Build Off in Cornwall
On 1 August 2021, the radio operators of Cornwall are holding the first Cornwall Antenna Build Off. This is a free event, organised by Callum, G5XDX with the support of local stations and sponsored by PJ BOX. As well as the Build Off there are bring-and-buy tables available as well as refreshments. For details of […]
New Full course from Distance Learning Team
The Bath Based Distance Learning team is now planning another course for the Full level exam syllabus. The course will run from the end of August to December 2021. Students will receive weekly work packages via a virtual classroom and will have access to weekly online tutorials. Students will also have access to one of […]
Also in GB2RS this week…
The QSL Bureau sub-manager for the G4T to Z group is retiring and a replacement volunteer to distribute cards to this active sub-group is urgently needed. If you are an RSGB Member, have time, a little space and some basic computer skills, the bureau would like to hear from you. You can find out more […]
Rallies and Events News – 18 July 2021
Before travelling to any rally or event, please check the event’s website as there may be alterations or cancellations due to the current restrictions. Finningley ARS Car Boot will be outdoor only with doors opening at 10am on the 25th of July. It is located near M18 junction 2, Doncaster. Admission is £3. The Wiltshire […]
DX News – 18 July 2021
John, MM0CCC, Gordon, MM0GPZ, Keith, GM4YXI and Chris, GM3WOJ will be active as GM7V during next weekend’s IOTA contest. They will operate as a Multi-2 station from Benbecula, which is EU-010. QSL via N3SL. Look for C6AHA to be active from the Bimini Islands, NA-048, in the Bahamas until the 21st of July. A large […]
