Subj : Amateur Radio Newsline (B)
To   : All
From : Daryl Stout
Date : Fri Jun 16 2023 02:36:08

SATELLITE QSOS TO FLY HIGH FOR FIELD DAY

PAUL/ANCHOR: In the US and Canada, almost everyone is getting ready for 
Field Day - and that includes satellite enthusiasts. We hear about their 
plans from Sel Embee, KB3TZD.

SEL: In case you've been wondering, Field Day is for the birds! Once 
again, just as the ARRL sponsors the 23-hour exercise known as Field Day 
for hams throughout the US and Canada, AMSAT, the Radio Amateur Satellite 
Corporation, takes this test of emergency communications to the skies. 
For satellite users, this will be a 27-hour period between 1800 UTC on 
Saturday the 24th of June through to 2100 UTC on Sunday the 25th.

Satellite users are advised to check the AMSAT status page for what will 
be available. AMSAT has said there will be more than 10 transponders and 
repeaters available during that weekend. FM voice satellites will include 
SO-50, AO-91, PO-101, the International Space Station and possibly 
LilacSat for those in search of bonus points. Ops are advised to be aware 
of congestion on FM low earth orbit satellites. The rules set a limit of 
one QSO per FM satellite, including the ISS.

The exchange is the traditional ARRL Field Day Exchange.

This is Sel Embee, KB3TZD.

(AMSAT NEWS SERVICE)

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NEWSLINE'S NEIL RAPP WB9VPG RECEIVES YASME EXCELLENCE AWARD

PAUL/ANCHOR: Newsline is always pleased to share news of radio amateurs 
who have received recognition for their contributions to the community. 
But we are never more proud than when one of those being honored is a 
member of our own team. Neil Rapp, WB9VPG, an anchor and correspondent 
for Newsline, has received the Yasme Excellence Award from the Yasme 
Foundation for his years of work with the next generation of ham radio 
operators. Neil provided the initial radio club sponsorship for the 
Region 2 YOTA camps, which he now serves as manager, providing 
administrative assistance for the camps as a nonprofit. He has also 
served as manager of Hamvention's Ham Radio 2.0 showcase. The foundation 
board of directors issued a statement saying that "recruiting young 
operators is key to the survival of amateur radio and his tireless 
efforts are appreciated." [endquote] The award consists of an engraved 
crystal globe and a cash grant of $500. Neil, we here at Newsline can 
only add our own congratulations and sincere appreciation for all that 
you do.

(YASME FOUNDATION)

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HAM RADIO HELPS IN DRAMATIC RESCUE IN IDAHO

PAUL/ANCHOR: In Idaho, amateur radio played a role in the dramatic rescue 
of an 80-year-old man in a rocky wilderness region. Dave Parks, WB8ODF,
has the details.

DAVE: Members of Scout Troop 77 from Eagle, Idaho were well-prepared for 
their canoeing trip into Hells Canyon just a few weeks ago and took along 
a few hand-held radios, a satellite communications device and a ham 
radio. They were soon to encounter another adventurer, an 80-year-old 
retired judge who had at one time been a Scoutmaster in his home state of 
Oregon, which borders the canyon. This man was not so prepared: He had 
lost his balance while taking photographs in the region and fell 60 feet 
down a rocky riverbank on the Snake River, sustaining serious injuries to 
his neck, back, ankle and lower leg.

The Scouts were canoeing when they were flagged down by a woman who heard 
the calls for help from the man, Eric Valentine, who was in serious pain. 
Henry Cavanagh, KJ7QJU, used his radio to contact the adults who were 
with the other Scouts. Henry's father, Brian, KJ7QJT, an assistant 
Scoutmaster and a wilderness first-responder, was among those arriving to 
tend to the man. Others arrived and stabilized him while the assistant 
Scoutmaster reached out to emergency dispatch services from his satellite 
communicator. Members of the area utility, Idaho Power, were able to help 
move the injured man by jet boat to a campground where a helicopter could 
safely land to transport him to a local hospital.

Returning home to Oregon late last month, Eric was recovering and already 
planning his next hike. He told the Baker City Herald website, however, 
that he will no longer hike alone in Hells Canyon.

This is Dave Parks, WB8ODF.

(SCOUTING MAGAZINE, THE SEATTLE TIMES)

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TRY NEWSLINE'S HAIKU CHALLENGE

PAUL/ANCHOR: Here's a homebrew challenge for you: Write your own ham 
radio haiku! We're inviting listeners to channel their most creative 
selves and share the joy of ham radio in the form of a haiku. On our 
website, arnewsline.org, you will find a submission form for sending your 
most poetic offering. Be sure you follow the traditional form to qualify: 
The first line is five syllables, the second line is seven syllables and 
the finishing third line has another five syllables. Be sure to follow 
that form.

Our team will pick from the best submissions that follow the 5/7/5 
syllable rule and represent the love of amateur radio. Your prize? Fame 
and glory, of course -- and a featured spot for your haiku on the Amateur 
Radio Newsline website. Visit our website at arnewsline.org to see this 
week's winning haiku.
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