Also in GB2RS this week…

Callum, M0MCX reports that DX Commander is having an open day on Saturday, 17 August 2024. The event will include operating two amateur radio stations. One will be an HF station with a Kenwood TS-990s transceiver. The other station will be an Icom IC-9700 operating on the VHF bands. The stations are located in a low-noise environment and visitors are welcome to enjoy using them. Attendees are also welcome to visit the new expanded antenna field, check out DX Commander’s new secret projects and maybe enjoy some food. The RSGB will be in attendance with Region 5 Representative Mark Savage, M0XIC manning the bookstall. The doors will be open from 12pm to 4pm. Numbers are limited so visit the DX Commander website and click Register to book your place. For more information visit dxcommander.com.

This year, International Lighthouse and Lightship Weekend (ILLW) will run from 0001UTC on the 17 August 2024 to 2400UTC on the 18 August 2024. The event usually attracts more than 500 lighthouse entries located in over 40 countries. You can read more at illw.net.

Advance notice now that the next Essex CW Boot Camp and Conference will be held on Saturday, 26 October 2024 at the 3rd Witham Scout and Guide HQ. Spaces are limited so book your place early to avoid disappointment. If you are interested in attending, visit essexcw.uk and follow the Boot Camp & CW Conference link for more information.

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