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Contest News – 14 June 2015

| June 12, 2015

Today, the 14th, the second 144MHz Backpackers contest runs from 0900 to 1300UTC. Using all modes on the band the exchange is signal report, serial number and locator. The Low Power contest organised by Practical Wireless takes place for 8 hours today, running from 0900 to 1600UTC. The maximum power in this one is 3 […]

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Propagation News – 14 June 2015

| June 12, 2015

HF propagation during last weekend’s field day was pretty much as predicted. Conditions were settled, but there wasn’t an awful lot of DX to be had, with F2 layer openings topping out at 21MHz at times. This was mainly due to summer HF conditions with lower daytime MUFs. The beginning of the week saw the […]

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Examinations Workshop

| June 5, 2015

An RSGB and RCF examinations workshop will be held Saturday,  4 July at the BAE Systems site in Great Baddow, near Chelmsford, Essex. Attendees can learn more about exams and question writing. The event is aimed at all tutors and other interested parties. Please note that prior registration is required for site access on the […]

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Churches and Chapels on the Air

| June 5, 2015

Now a reminder to all groups and individuals who are planning to put a station on the air for the popular Churches and Chapels on the Air. The event is scheduled to take place on Saturday, 12 September from 10.00 to 16.00. Please see the WACRAL website for details. Any individual or group wishing to […]

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Train the Trainers events roundup

| June 5, 2015

The remaining RSGB Train the Trainers events for 2015 are taking place on 13 June in Badsworth and 11 July in Merthyr Tydfil. These events continue to be popular and places are limited to ensure those attending can be given full attention by the delivery team. Early enquiries and booking are recommended. These events are […]

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RSGB Construction Competition 2015

| June 5, 2015

Now is the time to start planning your entry in the RSGB’s annual construction competition. The competition is to encourage home construction, experimentation, design and innovation. Any Member of the RSGB is eligible to enter. The closing date for 2015 entries is 30 September and judging will take place at the RSGB Convention in October. […]

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