
Hi everybody. Another Field Day has come and gone. This year's was a bit unusual for the EARC since we were inside during the 100 plus degree weather. Operating out of the Red Cross building allowed us to test out the capability of working from there should an emergency occur. We have had plenty of experience setting up at the parks. If I said I missed the fun of the great outdoors you could probably call me a hypocrite since I didn't even help set up. Hey maybe we can try a bi-location sometime.
When anyone first gets into a hobby, they have questions, lots of questions. Some of the answers can be found in books or online, but like any hobby, ham radio has a lingo all its own. For the newcomer, the lingo can be very intimidating. Being in a club allows one to absorb some of the language just by hearing it in context. Most hams are only too happy to explain it to someone else as well.