Association Events

General License class training April 23rd – May 16th, 2024

NIARA License Training /

The Northeastern Indiana Amateur Radio Association
will have a training class for the General Class License
starting on April 23rd. The classes are on Tuesday and
nights Thursday from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Comfort.
Suite. The address is 1137 W 15th St, in Auburn Indiana.
The class is free however we use the Gordon West book
for the class. The books can be purchased on the internet
from R & L, Giga Parts and DX Engineering or used books
as well. 

A testing session will be on May 19th at Comfort Suite from 2:00 PM to 4.00 PM.
The testing session is open for any new or upgrade license
tests. The testing session needs to have applicants register
at HamStudy.org. Cost for the test is $14.00. If you
pass the FCC will want $35.00. You will need your FRN
login and password and a CORES login and password to
pay the fee.

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NIARA Field Day 2024 Committee Meeting Saturday, March 2, 2024

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NIARA Field Day 2024 Committee Meeting Saturday, March 2, 2024, at LaLos in Garrett, In. immediately following the club meeting (roughly 9 am).  There will be a Zoom link for any members who would like to be involved, but may not be able to attend in person.

I am calling for an organizing meeting for Field Day 2024 to identify the level of interest and select a chairperson.  Without a chair, we will end up with too many chiefs and not enough Indians.  The following roles have been identified:

Public Relations Director
Trailer Manager
Antenna Manager
Human Resources Manager

Let’s all pitch in to do our part and make this another great NIARA Field Day!

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The Straight Key Century Club has awarded John, WG9K the Senator Award.

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The Straight Key Century Club has awarded John, WG9K the Senator Award.
Hear Ye! Hear Ye! Gather ’round and pay heed to the news of this day!

Let there be revelry & celebration for yet another Tribune has advanced to the Senator Sx1 level of SKCC achievement !!!
John Rostorfer, WG9K, SKCC# 13710T, has achieved the coveted 3rd generation
SKCC member achievement known far and wide as the Senator Sx1 award.

The Senator Sx1 award is earned by SKCC Tribunes who have attained their
Tx8, working 200 other Tribunes or Senators.

John’s log & application were submitted to the Senator Administrator on
11-Feb-2024. The Senator award Analysis Team performed an exhaustive review
of the submitted documentation. The process confirmed that all of the 200
required contacts had indeed been made with established SKCC Tribunes or
Senators subsequent to John’s Tribune x8 date.

Having submitted a log and sworn statement, both of which have survived the
intense tests used by the Senator administrator, John Rostorfer, WG9K, is
duly proclaimed to be SKCC Senator Sx1.

This SKCC member shall, from this day forward, proclaim to all that their
SKCC Number ends with S. He shall enjoy all the honor and privilege that
appertains thereto and all shall accord him the esteem and respect
appropriate to their achievements.

The Master Senator List has been duly scribed where all SKCC Members may
reflect upon and pay tribute to this momentous achievement.

**This award is effective as of 0000Z on 13-Feb-2024.**

Congratulations to: John Rostorfer, WG9K, SKCC# 13710T, Senator #808 Sx1.

Duly approved, recorded, and published.
I set forth my hand and key on 12-Feb-2024
Ron Bower, AC2C
SKCC 2748S
SKCC Senator Administrator
 
 

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Dekalb County W5YI Testing Saturday January 27th, 2024 9am

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The Dekalb County W5YI group will be conducting amateur radio license testing session on January 27th at Comfort Suite starting at 9am. The testing session is open for any new or upgrade license tests. The testing session needs to have applicants register at HamStudy.org. Cost for the test is $14.00. If you pass the FCC will want $35.00. You will need your FRN  login and password and a CORES login and password to pay the fee.

Comfort Suites
 1137 W 15th
Auburn, Indiana 46706

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NIARA receives ARRL Special Service Club Award

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The Northeastern Indiana Amateur Radio Association received the ARRL’s Special Service Club Award.

ARRL  Special Service Club Award

A club that exists to go above and beyond for their communities and for Amateur Radio is what defines a Special Service Club (SSC).  They are the leaders in their Amateur Radio communities who provide active training classes, publicity programs and actively pursue technical projects and operating activities.

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Boy Scout Camporee at Nobile County Fairgrounds

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The Northeastern Indiana Amateur Radio Association (NIARA) introduced Amateur Radio to the public, at the Noble County Fairgounds on October 14th.

The Boy Scouts of America from several counties from North East Indiana had gathered for a Scout Camporee. Many scouts and parents toured the educational trailer offered by NIARA. They were taught the basics of Amateur Radio by Jeff, KB9QG, with the assistance of Dave, KC9YY, Ken, KD9HMS, Jeffrey AD9CP.

The NIARA set up two HF antennas and one VHF/UHF antenna for demonstration purposes.  Dave, KC9YY, made HF contacts throughout the day to show the groups how HF worked, and the wonders of communications through Amateur Radio. The NIARA educational trailer was a perfect facility to use because it rained throughout the day and guests stayed dry and warm during the learning sessions. 

Approximately one hundred scouts and parents visited the NIARA educational trailer during the day.

The NIARA educational trailer is also available to be used during natural disasters for communications.

 
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2023 10-4 FIRST ANNUAL INDIANA COMU FIELD DAY in Plymouth, Indiana

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On October 4th, Jeff (KB9QG) and John (KD9QDL) had an eventful day at the first 2023 10-4 FIRST ANNUAL INDIANA COMU FIELD DAY in Plymouth, Indiana. The primary purpose of this event was to test their communication skills, particularly in the areas of frequency, data, and digital voice communication. This kind of exercise is valuable for emergency response teams and organizations as it helps them prepare for various scenarios and challenges.

The use of “injects” every 15 to 20 minutes the event organizers simulated different tasks that participants had to respond to. These injects could have included scenarios like setting up communication equipment, relaying important information, coordinating responses, or troubleshooting communication issues. It’s a common practice in emergency response training to have these kinds of simulated exercises to assess readiness and improve skills.

After completing the tasks and responding to the injects, the participants evaluated the operation. This post-event evaluation is crucial as it allows participants to reflect on what went well and what could be improved in their communication and response efforts. It also helps organizers gather feedback to enhance future training exercises and emergency response plans.

Overall, Jeff and John had a productive day testing and honing their communication skills for emergency response in Plymouth, Indiana. Such training and field exercises play a vital role in ensuring the preparedness of emergency response teams for real-life situations.



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