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Meeting This Saturday Oct 19 at W1XX

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We always seem to have a good turnout for meetings at my house…so I look forward to seeing many of you again this Saturday, Oct 19.  What has become a tradition in recent years to open the fall operating season, is to assist in once again (!) in raising the 160 meter vertical.  This meeting is no exception.  Please arrive perhaps a 1/2 hour early for this fun activity.  We’ll need: 3 crankers, 2 strongmen, at least 2 on the ropes with more better, and 1 yeller (me?).  As always I appreciate the help.  I’ve spent a lot of hours in prepping the antenna and it should be ready to go…up that is.  Bring hardhats if you got ’em.

With the antenna blocking the top of the driveway, parking is somewhat of a problem:  along the street, across the street, at the bottom of the driveway but not blocking;  if you park on the top 1/2 of the driveway, stay on the hardtop and off the gravel on the side…blocking the driveway there is OK.

Directions:  From Rte 1 North…past all Wakefield signs…past Perryville signs…past Moonstone Beach Rd…look for green sign “Shannock Rd Next Right.”  3rd driveway on the left #48 Shannock Rd.

From Rte 1 South, do a turn-around from the left lane at the “Post Rd Perryville” sign just past Green Hill Beach Rd exit…double back ON Rte 1, 1 mi and see above directions.

It’s always helpful in planning refreshments (the usual dogs & burgers) to post your intention to attend.  That would be appreciated.  

As has been posted earlier, there are important agenda items for the membership to consider.  Hope to see you all.  73!

— John, W1XX  401-783-1588 if you get lost.  

 

9 comments on “Meeting This Saturday Oct 19 at W1XX”

  1. I’ll be there NLT 0930. I used to be a strong man, but lately I’m having my doubts 🙂 . I can certainly handle a “guy” rope or assist with the cranking.
    73, K3IU

  2. I’ll be there at or before 0930.

    Ken, your doubts are illfounded. Your character is as strong a ever.

    Ed W1PN

  3. I am planning on attending the meeting. I shall attempt to arrive before 0930. Time will tell how closely my intentions align with reality!

    Mike, K1DM

  4. Sorry guys can’t make this one. Is anyone planning any sort of effort for the CQWW phone upcoming? I may give it a try. Have fun this weekend.

    Jim KS1J

  5. I wouldn’t miss it, John!

    Also, as a reminder, we will be discussing the club’s financial situation at the meeting. I know that’s not a topic that excites most people but it is necessary. If you don’t show you may not have a say in what happens.

    Please see the post at http://wa1rr.org/2013/09/20/4433/ and continue the conversation. It’s important that we get members’ views, even those who won’t be able to attend the meeting.

    73,
    Pat, NG1G

  8. A huge THANK YOU to CTRI for the FB assistance in raising the 160 meter vertical. The tower end of the top loading wire is now secure and the SWR looks very good….the “fatter” aluminum is giving a better broadband effect. I’m awaiting new tubes for the amp, but I’ll make a few trial tests with 100 watts. My better half worked tirelessly on the refreshments which all seemed to enjoy. This meeting was all about what a contest club should be….go CTRI in the new contest season! 73!! — John, W1XX

  9. Glad to hear the antenna is checking out. Thanks again for the hospitality (yours and Carolyn’s) and the excellent refreshments (mmm…soft burger buns)!

    73,
    Pat, NG1G

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