A reflection on past experience, emphasizing the importance of evolving and not becoming stagnant. Drawing from extensive volunteer work, the writer encourages members to embrace change, delegate tasks, and appreciate community involvement. He highlights the club’s role in emergency communications and urges participation in upcoming elections.
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Pink Ribbon Run & Walk
The Pink Ribbon Run & Walk for Cancer will be held on October 3rd at 9:00 AM in John Topits Park, Coos Bay, OR. Ham Club volunteers are needed. Race participants must register via EventBright. The event supports breast cancer awareness and research, featuring a 5K fun run.
Making New Hams
The Coos County Radio Club is dedicated to answering Ham radio questions and helping individuals obtain FCC licenses. They offer resources for preparation, including in-person testing on the third Thursday of even months and online options. New members can find guidance and club activities on their website.
Club Meeting – Thurs. Evening
The monthly club meeting is scheduled for Thursday night at Puerto Vallarta Restaurant in Coos Bay. Dinner at 5 PM. Business meeting starting at 6 PM. The business meeting will be hosted online via Google Meet. Participants can join through a link (provided) or by phone using a PIN (also provided.)
GOTA Get On The Air
Young folks are able to experience talking to contacts around the world with a supervising mentor.
Field Day Setup Underway
The usual suspects gathering at Bandon City Park to set up in preparation for Field Day tomorrow, Saturday, June 27th.
CCRC Social Media
Coos County Radio Club extends social media footprint to Instagram. Just in time for Field Day 2026, so that folks can follow the club news feed wherever they prefer. Public activities for Field Day 2026 commence at noon Saturday June 27th at the Bandon Public Park. Club members are encouraged to take photos, videos andContinue reading “CCRC Social Media”
All Hands on Deck
Coos Radio Club is seeking assistance to prepare the club trailer for Field Day, which includes removing sticker residue and applying new graphics. Additional tasks are available, and interested volunteers should RSVP for more information at Info@coosradioclub.com. Your help is appreciated for this important club event.
Press Release: Field Day 2026
Kelly K7FCM issued press releases about Club Operations for Field Day at Bandon City Park on June 27-28. The announcements were sent to KOBI/KOTI NBC News, The World Newspaper, and K-Dock 92.9. For further details, contact the Coos Radio Club via email at Info@coosradioclub.com.
TdF – Arrastra Station
Kelley W7FCM and I KK7WXV operated the station from about 0800 Saturday until after 4PM. We had a Yeasu FT 2980 feeding a high gain VHF stubby antenna on a 20 foot mast. At the end of the day, we decided Kelley’s mobile equipment in his pickup was plenty. In fact, Net Control said itContinue reading “TdF – Arrastra Station”
