The meeting was called to order at 1500hrs by club president Susan Richardson (KC1BSQ)
Those present introduced themselves.
Attendees
- Bill (KB1CAT)
- Tony (AA3HD)
- Rick (KC1QYX)
- Rick (KB1ASM)
- Alan Desjardins (N9APB)
- Susan Richardson (KC1BSQ)
- Brad Brown Jr. (KC1JMH)
- Steve Brunelle (KC1UIV)
- Susan Bloomfield (WB2UQP)
- Phillip and Gwendolyn Rench
- Dean Kandelalus
- Alex (KQ4TRQ)
- Ed (K1RID)
- Taylor Ligay (KE2EBR)
- Mark Spezia
Presentations
Phillip and Gwendolyn Rench (Ossipee Hill Observatory) gave a very interesting presentation on Radio and Optical Astronomy.
Announcements
April 18th is World Amateur Radio Day. Brad (KC1JMH) announced the website is live and running. Rick (KB1ASM) welcomed back Alan from South America.
Approval of the March Meeting Minutes
1st Tony (AA3HD) 2nd Bill (KB1CAT) minutes approved by majority vote.
Treasurer’s Report
Ernie (KB4EFX), Club Treasurer, reported 1308.25 in checking account and $100.00 check to be issued to the Hollis Rod and Gun Club as a donation for use of their facility. 1st Bill (KB1CAT) 2nd Rick (KB1ASM) report approved by majority vote.
Public Information Officer’s Report
Rick (KB1ASM) reported that:
- The Ham Radio Society Ham two day event will be on the 20th and 21st and has been posted on the website.
- Shaker Museum will be in September. Will advise of the exact date.
- Rick has applied to the Town of Hollis for a permit for Field Day 2025.
1st Rick (KC1QYX) 2nd by Ernie (KB4EFX) report approved by majority vote.
Old Business
Trolley Museum date will be August 24th.
New Business
A reminder that the Club does not meet in July or August.
Riding the Continuous Wave
Dave (AA1LO) and Ed (K1RID) send Morse code and talked about the advantages of Morse code and encouraged members to learn code. Several Morse code computer programs were provided to the members.
Radio Roundtable
Talked about the Altoids QRP Rockmite and using a ground plane antenna with QRP rigs.
Closing
Door Prize: Sue (WB2UQP) won the door prize.
Motion to adjourn made by Ernie (KB4EFX) 2nd by Alan (N9APD) voted and approved by members.
Respectfully Submitted,
Dave AA1LO, Club Secretary