Normally our network operates in a full-time always-linked manner. An equipment failure earlier today is impacting operations to the backbone of our network. All repeaters are operating in standalone mode. Please do not expect any linked functionality until we correct this issue.
Articles by Vince d'Eon
Ham Radio Basic Course
Pass the word around – Dann and Vince are hosting a Ham Radio Basic course from March 7 to 31 2019.
Election results from November 2018 AGM
Thanks to those that attended our AGM and ran for positions on the Executive. Our new Executive can be found here.
Repeaters off-air
Black Diamond VE6HRD has a failed TX and is off-air. Estimated Time to Return (ETR) is August 31.
This post will be edited as the situation changes. As always you can see status on our Repeaters page.
Next FARS Meeting – June
The next meeting will be held on Tuesday June 20 2016 at 1930h. Our program will be discussing Field Day 2017 plans and will include a basic radio checkup workshop. For the workshop bring along a handheld radio if you wish to have it analyzed.
For all meeting dates, times and locations, see the Meetings page.
Next FARS Meeting – May
The next meeting will be held on Tuesday May 16 2016 at 1930h. For all meeting dates, times and locations, see the Meetings page.
Next FARS meeting – March
The next meeting will be held on Tuesday March 21 2016 at 1930h. For all meeting dates, times and locations, see the Meetings page.
IRLP Prefix Code added
A prefix code has been added to the FARS’ IRLP node. You will need the prefix in order to use the node. The node is open to all licensed radio amateurs. Please email the Secretary to request the code, and note that you may be asked to provide proof of your IC Certificate.
Next FARS Meeting – February
The next meeting will be held on Tuesday February 21 2016 at 1930h. For all meeting dates, times and locations, see the Meetings page.
Next FARS Meeting
The next meeting will be held on Tuesday January 17 2016 at 1930h at Okotoks North Firehall on Millican Drive – click here for the map. Our presenter will be Jerry Clement VE6AB speaking on APRS.
For all meeting dates, times and locations, see the Meetings page.