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SUMMARY:Field Day 2024
DESCRIPTION:Members of the Eastern Panhandle Amateur Radio Club will be participating in the national amateur radio Field Day exercise\, June 22 – 23 at Blue Ridge Community and Technical College 13650 Apple Harvest Dr\, Martinsburg\, WV. Since 1933\, ham radio operators across North America have established temporary ham radio stations in public locations during Field Day to showcase the science and skill of amateur radio. This event is open to the public and all are encouraged to attend.  \nField Day is a showcase for how amateur radio works reliably under any conditions from almost any location to create an independent communications network. “Ham radio functions completely independent of the Internet or cell phone infrastructure\, can interface with laptops or smartphones\, and can be set up almost anywhere in minutes. That’s the beauty of amateur radio during a communications outage\,” says Bob Inderbitzen\, NQ1R\, spokesperson for ARRL The national association for Amateur Radio®\, (www.arrl.org)\, which represents amateur (or “ham”) radio operators across the country. “In today’s electronic do-it-yourself (DIY) environment\, ham radio remains one of the best ways for people to learn about electronics\, physics\, meteorology\, and numerous other scientific disciplines\, and is a huge asset to any community during disasters or emergencies if the standard communication infrastructure goes down\,” Inderbitzen adds. Anyone may become a licensed amateur radio operator. There are more than 750\,000 licensed hams in the United States of all ages. And with clubs such as EPARC\, it’s easy for anybody to get involved right here in Berkeley County\, WV.  \nInterested in getting tested for your ham radio license or upgrading your class? The EPARC VE team will be conducting an exam session before field day: Click here for details \nPlease revisit this page as we will post updated information as it becomes available.
URL:https://k8ep.com/event/field-day-2024/
LOCATION:Blue Ridge Community and Technical College\, 13650 Apple Harvest Drive\, Martinsburg\, WV\, 25403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Contest
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T120000
DTSTAMP:20260624T140636
CREATED:20240607T021535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240607T021535Z
UID:1198-1719050400-1719057600@k8ep.com
SUMMARY:VE Test Session - Field Day 2024
DESCRIPTION:We will be administering VE Test session for new and upgraded amateur radio licenses administered under the Laurel VEC. Exam sessions given under this VEC are free of cost. Please see below for additional details of the test session. \nGet an FRN Number from the FCC\nWe test under the Laurel VEC which doesn’t charge an examination fee (ARRL VEC and others do). On the FCC side of things\, Ham Radio licenses used to be no charge…but the FCC recently changed that in 2022. They now charge a fee ($35) on their side. To streamline the process\, the FCC requires new applicants to pre-register via the FCC’s COmmission REgistration System (CORES)\, to obtain an FRN\, and it requires applicants to use their FRNs when filing Form 605 at the exam session. The FRN uniquely identifies an applicant in all transactions with the FCC. As of Spring of 2022\, use of Social Security Numbers on Form 605 is no longer permitted. \nNote that if you are upgrading to a higher amateur radio class from an existing class or have other/previous licensing with the FCC\, such as a GMRS license\, then you should already have a FRN Number. Be sure to locate that and bring it with you for your exam session. \n \nTaking the Exam and What to Bring\nWhat to Bring\n\nYour FCC issued FRN Number (see the section above).\nOne legal photo ID (identification):\n\nState Driver’s License\nGovernment issued Passport\nMilitary or Law Enforcement Officer Photo ID card\nStudent School Photo ID card\nState Photo ID card\n\n\nIf no photo ID is available\, two forms of identification:\n\nNon-photo State ID card (some states still have them)\nBirth certificate (must have the appropriate seal)\nSocial security card\nEmployer’s wage statement or Minor’s work permit\nSchool ID card\nSchool or Public Library card\nUtility bill\, bank statement or other business correspondence that specifically names the person; or a postmarked envelope addressed to the person at his or her current mailing address as it appears on the Form 605.\n\n\nStudents/minors without a photo ID need to bring only one of the above items if a legal guardian presents their photo ID; otherwise two non-photo IDs are required. Minor children (under the age of 18) may be accompanied in the room by an adult during the test.\nFor those upgrading license classes\, bring a printed copy of your Amateur Radio license or be able to show proof of the license in the official FCC database. The original(s) and photocopy(s) of any Certificates of Successful Completion of Examination (CSCE) you may hold from previous exam sessions. If your license has already been issued by the FCC\, the CSCE showing license credit is not needed.\nTwo number two pencils with erasers and a pen for in-person sessions.\nOPTIONAL: A calculator with the memory erased and formulas cleared is allowed. Slide rules and logarithmic tables are acceptable\, as long as they’re free of notes and formulas. In addition\, iPhones\, iPads\, Androids\, smartphones\, Blackberry devices and all similar electronic devices with a calculator capability\, may NOT be used as a calculator.\nA positive attitude and some patience. The folks administering the exams are dedicated volunteers. They will do their best to get you tested\, your exam graded\, inform you of the results\, and if applicable\, prepare and present to you a certificate stating you have earned a license or an upgrade as quickly as possible.\n\nWhat is not allowed\n\nYou may not bring any written notes or calculations into the exam session.\nCell phones must be silenced or turned off during the exam session and put away. The phones’ calculator function may not be used.\nSmart watches or any type of “smart” accessories must be removed and put away. \nPlease do not bring food or drinks in the exam session. Bottled water is acceptable.\nYou may not leave the exam session to go to the bathroom once your test is underway. Please use the restroom before your exam session. If you are testing for multiple elements\, you may be permitted to go to the bathroom between element exam sessions.\n\nAfter the Exam – Pay the FCC\nAfter a user passes their exam and it’s been filed with the FCC\, they will have a 10-day window to log in and pay the FCC the $35 fee.
URL:https://k8ep.com/event/ve-test-session-field-day-2024/
LOCATION:Blue Ridge Community and Technical College\, 13650 Apple Harvest Drive\, Martinsburg\, WV\, 25403\, United States
CATEGORIES:VE Test Sessions
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230806T130000
DTSTAMP:20260624T140636
CREATED:20230420T171856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230420T172316Z
UID:1170-1691301600-1691326800@k8ep.com
SUMMARY:72nd Annual Berryville Hamfest
DESCRIPTION:PRESENTED BY THE SHENANDOAH VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB\n\nGate opens at 6:00 AM\nVendor buildings open at 8:00 AM\nDonation $10.00\, children under 16 free\nAdditional $10.00 per space for tailgaters – no reservations. First come\, first served.\nCommercial and indoor tables by reservation (see vendor form download below)\nCountry ham and egg breakfast at 7am\nRuritan’s famous chicken and beef barbecue at 11am\nConcessions and snack bar available\nGrand prizes (HF Rig; VHF Rig; Power Supply) and hourly drawings\nCounty park with pool\, picnic area\, and playground opposite hamfest\nCamping spaces available Saturday night – $15 – no hookups\nSpecial hotel Hamfest rate of $97 has been arranged at Hampton Inn Winchester North (1204 Berryville Ave.\, Winchester\, VA) for reservations booked no later than July 20\, 2019. Call 540-678-4000 and ask for the Hamfest Discount. This is a significant discount over their usual $130-$150 rate.\n\nLarge tailgating area with ample shade under the big oak trees. Also\, electric power is available for testing purposes at various places within the tailgating area
URL:https://k8ep.com/event/72nd-annual-berryville-hamfest/
LOCATION:Clarke County Ruritan Fairgrounds\, 890 W. Main St\, Berryville\, VA\, 22611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hamfests
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230624T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230625T170000
DTSTAMP:20260624T140636
CREATED:20230420T172502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230605T172336Z
UID:1174-1687615200-1687712400@k8ep.com
SUMMARY:Field Day 2023
DESCRIPTION:Members of the Eastern Panhandle Amateur Radio Club will be participating in the national amateur radio Field Day exercise\, June 24 – 25 at Blue Ridge Community and Technical College 13650 Apple Harvest Dr\, Martinsburg\, WV. Since 1933\, ham radio operators across North America have established temporary ham radio stations in public locations during Field Day to showcase the science and skill of amateur radio. This event is open to the public and all are encouraged to attend.  \nField Day is a showcase for how amateur radio works reliably under any conditions from almost any location to create an independent communications network. “Ham radio functions completely independent of the Internet or cell phone infrastructure\, can interface with laptops or smartphones\, and can be set up almost anywhere in minutes. That’s the beauty of amateur radio during a communications outage\,” says Bob Inderbitzen\, NQ1R\, spokesperson for ARRL The national association for Amateur Radio®\, (www.arrl.org)\, which represents amateur (or “ham”) radio operators across the country. “In today’s electronic do-it-yourself (DIY) environment\, ham radio remains one of the best ways for people to learn about electronics\, physics\, meteorology\, and numerous other scientific disciplines\, and is a huge asset to any community during disasters or emergencies if the standard communication infrastructure goes down\,” Inderbitzen adds. Anyone may become a licensed amateur radio operator. There are more than 750\,000 licensed hams in the United States of all ages. And with clubs such as EPARC\, it’s easy for anybody to get involved right here in Berkeley County\, WV.  \nInterested in getting tested for your ham radio license or upgrading your class? The EPARC VE team will be conducting an exam session before field day: Click here for details \nPlease revisit this page as we will post updated information as it becomes available.
URL:https://k8ep.com/event/field-day-2023/
LOCATION:Blue Ridge Community and Technical College\, 13650 Apple Harvest Drive\, Martinsburg\, WV\, 25403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Contest
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230624T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230624T120000
DTSTAMP:20260624T140636
CREATED:20230522T181315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230620T172523Z
UID:1178-1687600800-1687608000@k8ep.com
SUMMARY:VE Test Session - Field Day 2023
DESCRIPTION:We will be administering VE Test session for new and upgraded amateur radio licenses administered under the Laurel VEC. Exam sessions given under this VEC are free of cost. Please see below for additional details of the test session. \nGet an FRN Number from the FCC\nWe test under the Laurel VEC which doesn’t charge an examination fee (ARRL VEC and others do). On the FCC side of things\, Ham Radio licenses used to be no charge…but the FCC recently changed that in 2022. They now charge a fee ($35) on their side. To streamline the process\, the FCC requires new applicants to pre-register via the FCC’s COmmission REgistration System (CORES)\, to obtain an FRN\, and it requires applicants to use their FRNs when filing Form 605 at the exam session. The FRN uniquely identifies an applicant in all transactions with the FCC. As of Spring of 2022\, use of Social Security Numbers on Form 605 is no longer permitted. \nNote that if you are upgrading to a higher amateur radio class from an existing class or have other/previous licensing with the FCC\, such as a GMRS license\, then you should already have a FRN Number. Be sure to locate that and bring it with you for your exam session. \n \nTaking the Exam and What to Bring\nWhat to Bring\n\nYour FCC issued FRN Number (see the section above).\nOne legal photo ID (identification):\n\nState Driver’s License\nGovernment issued Passport\nMilitary or Law Enforcement Officer Photo ID card\nStudent School Photo ID card\nState Photo ID card\n\n\nIf no photo ID is available\, two forms of identification:\n\nNon-photo State ID card (some states still have them)\nBirth certificate (must have the appropriate seal)\nSocial security card\nEmployer’s wage statement or Minor’s work permit\nSchool ID card\nSchool or Public Library card\nUtility bill\, bank statement or other business correspondence that specifically names the person; or a postmarked envelope addressed to the person at his or her current mailing address as it appears on the Form 605.\n\n\nStudents/minors without a photo ID need to bring only one of the above items if a legal guardian presents their photo ID; otherwise two non-photo IDs are required. Minor children (under the age of 18) may be accompanied in the room by an adult during the test.\nFor those upgrading license classes\, bring a printed copy of your Amateur Radio license or be able to show proof of the license in the official FCC database. The original(s) and photocopy(s) of any Certificates of Successful Completion of Examination (CSCE) you may hold from previous exam sessions. If your license has already been issued by the FCC\, the CSCE showing license credit is not needed.\nTwo number two pencils with erasers and a pen for in-person sessions.\nOPTIONAL: A calculator with the memory erased and formulas cleared is allowed. Slide rules and logarithmic tables are acceptable\, as long as they’re free of notes and formulas. In addition\, iPhones\, iPads\, Androids\, smartphones\, Blackberry devices and all similar electronic devices with a calculator capability\, may NOT be used as a calculator.\nA positive attitude and some patience. The folks administering the exams are dedicated volunteers. They will do their best to get you tested\, your exam graded\, inform you of the results\, and if applicable\, prepare and present to you a certificate stating you have earned a license or an upgrade as quickly as possible.\n\nWhat is not allowed\n\nYou may not bring any written notes or calculations into the exam session.\nCell phones must be silenced or turned off during the exam session and put away. The phones’ calculator function may not be used.\nSmart watches or any type of “smart” accessories must be removed and put away. \nPlease do not bring food or drinks in the exam session. Bottled water is acceptable.\nYou may not leave the exam session to go to the bathroom once your test is underway. Please use the restroom before your exam session. If you are testing for multiple elements\, you may be permitted to go to the bathroom between element exam sessions.\n\nAfter the Exam – Pay the FCC\nAfter a user passes their exam and it’s been filed with the FCC\, they will have a 10-day window to log in and pay the FCC the $35 fee.
URL:https://k8ep.com/event/ve-test-session-field-day-2023/
LOCATION:Blue Ridge Community and Technical College\, 13650 Apple Harvest Drive\, Martinsburg\, WV\, 25403\, United States
CATEGORIES:VE Test Sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230506T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230506T130000
DTSTAMP:20260624T140636
CREATED:20230420T171517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230420T171517Z
UID:1168-1683356400-1683378000@k8ep.com
SUMMARY:Great Hagerstown Hamfest 2023
DESCRIPTION:Hamfest Features \n\nLarge Indoor Vendor Area\nCovered Tailgating Available\nPaved Open Tailgating Area\nSecurity Provided for Vendors (that arrive Friday evening)\nMany Prizes Drawings throughout the day! (Prizes to be determined)\nGrand Prize Drawn at 12:30 PM (need not be present to win)\nARRL VEC TEAM Amateur Class 1:00 PM – Walk-Ins accepted\nInformative Programs to Attend\nWe invite any Ham group such as QCWA\, QRP and others to arrange to have a meeting or gathering at the Hamfest. There are several areas on the Hamfest site available. Just let us know in advance so we can make the space available and post it at the club table.
URL:https://k8ep.com/event/great-hagerstown-hamfest-2023/
LOCATION:Washington County Agricultural Center\, 7313 Sharpsburg Pike\, Boonsboro\, MD\, 21713
CATEGORIES:Hamfests
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220807T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220807T130000
DTSTAMP:20260624T140636
CREATED:20220402T180840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220402T180840Z
UID:1163-1659852000-1659877200@k8ep.com
SUMMARY:71st Annual Berryville Hamfest
DESCRIPTION:PRESENTED BY THE SHENANDOAH VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB\n\nGate opens at 6:00 AM\nVendor buildings open at 8:00 AM\nDonation $10.00\, children under 16 free\nAdditional $10.00 per space for tailgaters – no reservations. First come\, first served.\nCommercial and indoor tables by reservation (see vendor form download below)\nCountry ham and egg breakfast at 7am\nRuritan’s famous chicken and beef barbecue at 11am\nConcessions and snack bar available\nGrand prizes (HF Rig; VHF Rig; Power Supply) and hourly drawings\nCounty park with pool\, picnic area\, and playground opposite hamfest\nCamping spaces available Saturday night – $15 – no hookups\nSpecial hotel Hamfest rate of $97 has been arranged at Hampton Inn Winchester North (1204 Berryville Ave.\, Winchester\, VA) for reservations booked no later than July 20\, 2019. Call 540-678-4000 and ask for the Hamfest Discount. This is a significant discount over their usual $130-$150 rate.\n\nLarge tailgating area with ample shade under the big oak trees. Also\, electric power is available for testing purposes at various places within the tailgating area
URL:https://k8ep.com/event/71st-annual-berryville-hamfest/
LOCATION:Clarke County Ruritan Fairgrounds\, 890 W. Main St\, Berryville\, VA\, 22611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hamfests
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220625T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220626T170000
DTSTAMP:20260624T140636
CREATED:20220402T181547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220402T181547Z
UID:1165-1656165600-1656262800@k8ep.com
SUMMARY:Field Day 2022
DESCRIPTION:  \nPlease revisit this page as we will post updated information as it becomes available.\n 
URL:https://k8ep.com/event/field-day-2022/
LOCATION:WV
CATEGORIES:Contest
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220604T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220604T063000
DTSTAMP:20260624T140636
CREATED:20220402T180102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220402T180102Z
UID:1157-1654324200-1654324200@k8ep.com
SUMMARY:Manassas Hamfest - Amateur Radio\, Prepper & Maker Show
DESCRIPTION:Location – at the Manassas Park Community Center with outdoor and indoor flea market areas\, indoor air-conditioned commercial areas and ample parking \nINDOOR EXHIBITOR SPACE\n6′-foot tables: $30 each with chairs & electricity\n($25 if reserved by May 31st)\nSetup 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM Friday and 5:00 AM – 6:30 AM Saturdav \nGENERAL ADMISSION\n$10* per person at gate\n(Age 18 and younger: no charge)\n(*See web sites for prepayment discounts before 5/31/2022)\nGates open at 6:30 AM \nTAILGATING (admission is extra)\nOutdoor Spaces: $10*per space\n(*See web sites for details about online prepayment discounts before 5/31/2022)\nGates open at 6:30 AM \n* Online ticket sales and vendor registration available on website\nFor our Most Current Vendor Info\, Lists and Ticket Sales Visit our Web Pages \nHamfest Home \n\nTalk-In Repeater on 146.97-600 CTSS 100 \nPRIZES: \n\nDoor prizes hourly 9 AM to 1 PM (and listed on the\nwebsite to be claimed for two weeks after the event)\nMajor & Tailgate prizes awarded at 1 PM\n\nINFORMATION: \n\nVirginia QSO Party Forum and Awards\nNo Pets or Firearms. Also\, no overnight camping\n(Check website for campground info)\nIncreased number of handicap parking spaces\nMulti-room vendor space this ear as well!\n\nACTIVITIES: \n\nFlea Market & Vendors – all day\nVEC License Exams: 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM\n$15.00 Fee per Examine at the VE Exams\n4th Call Area QSL Bureau Representatives & DXCC QSL Card Checking will be available\nVarious technology and radio demos\nMore forums to be announced\, check web site\n\n 
URL:https://k8ep.com/event/manassas-hamfest-2022/
LOCATION:WV
CATEGORIES:Hamfests
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220430T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220430T130000
DTSTAMP:20260624T140636
CREATED:20220402T173940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220402T173940Z
UID:1155-1651302000-1651323600@k8ep.com
SUMMARY:Great Hagerstown Hamfest 2022
DESCRIPTION:Hamfest Features \n\nLarge Indoor Vendor Area\nCovered Tailgating Available\nPaved Open Tailgating Area\nSecurity Provided for Vendors (that arrive Friday evening)\nMany Prizes Drawings throughout the day! (Prizes to be determined)\nGrand Prize Drawn at 12:30 PM (need not be present to win)\nARRL VEC TEAM Amateur Class 1:00 PM – Walk-Ins accepted\nInformative Programs to Attend\nWe invite any Ham group such as QCWA\, QRP and others to arrange to have a meeting or gathering at the Hamfest. There are several areas on the Hamfest site available. Just let us know in advance so we can make the space available and post it at the club table.
URL:https://k8ep.com/event/great-hagerstown-hamfest-2022/
LOCATION:Washington County Agricultural Center\, 7313 Sharpsburg Pike\, Boonsboro\, MD\, 21713
CATEGORIES:Hamfests
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210801T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210801T130000
DTSTAMP:20260624T140636
CREATED:20220402T180725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220402T180725Z
UID:1161-1627797600-1627822800@k8ep.com
SUMMARY:70th Annual Berryville Hamfest
DESCRIPTION:PRESENTED BY THE SHENANDOAH VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB\n\nGate opens at 6:00 AM\nVendor buildings open at 8:00 AM\nDonation $10.00\, children under 16 free\nAdditional $10.00 per space for tailgaters – no reservations. First come\, first served.\nCommercial and indoor tables by reservation (see vendor form download below)\nCountry ham and egg breakfast at 7am\nRuritan’s famous chicken and beef barbecue at 11am\nConcessions and snack bar available\nGrand prizes (HF Rig; VHF Rig; Power Supply) and hourly drawings\nCounty park with pool\, picnic area\, and playground opposite hamfest\nCamping spaces available Saturday night – $15 – no hookups\nSpecial hotel Hamfest rate of $97 has been arranged at Hampton Inn Winchester North (1204 Berryville Ave.\, Winchester\, VA) for reservations booked no later than July 20\, 2019. Call 540-678-4000 and ask for the Hamfest Discount. This is a significant discount over their usual $130-$150 rate.\n\nLarge tailgating area with ample shade under the big oak trees. Also\, electric power is available for testing purposes at various places within the tailgating area
URL:https://k8ep.com/event/70th-annual-berryville-hamfest/
LOCATION:Clarke County Ruritan Fairgrounds\, 890 W. Main St\, Berryville\, VA\, 22611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hamfests
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210626T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210627T170000
DTSTAMP:20260624T140636
CREATED:20210609T032302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210620T231109Z
UID:1132-1624716000-1624813200@k8ep.com
SUMMARY:Field Day 2021
DESCRIPTION:Please revisit this page as we will post updated information as it becomes available.\nAs tradition\, EPARC plans to participate in the 2021 ARRL Field Day. In 2020 we were unable to have our in person field day; however\, we plan to conduct an in person event this year. Field Day is ham radio’s open house. Every June\, more than 40\,000 hams throughout North America set up temporary transmitting stations in public places to demonstrate ham radio’s science\, skill and service to our communities and our nation. It combines public service\, emergency preparedness\, community outreach\, and technical skills all in a single event. Field Day has been an annual event since 1933\, and remains the most popular event in ham radio. \n\nField Day Location\nThe EPARC will be hosting field day for our third time at the Bendington Ruritan Club on Route 11 between Martinsburg and Falling Waters. All are welcome to attend and it’s a great way for someone to get their feet wet in Amateur Radio with a guiding hand. \nBendington Ruritan Club\n3947 Williamsport Pike\nMartinsburg\, WV 25404\nGet Directions \n\nSetup (Friday & Saturday)\nWe will be setting up our tent and antennas this Friday after 2PM. We will continue setup of tables and radios on Saturday morning starting at 10AM and will test operations afterwards. Below is a list of who is supplying what.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\nStation #1 – Club Station\n \n\n\nYaesu FT-450D Radio\nEPARC (Aaron)\n\n\nSignaLink for Voice Keying controlled by N3FJP Software\nEPARC (Aaron)\n\n\n50A/12v power supply\nAdam Lassiter (KB8UUE)\n\n\nLogging Computer\nAdam Lassiter (KB8UUE)\n\n\nCW Key\nAdam Lassiter (KB8UUE)\n\n\n \n \n\n\nStation #2 (Aaron\, N3MBH)\n \n\n\nYaesu FT-450D Radio\nAaron Crawford (N3MBH)\n\n\nSignaLink for Voice Keying controlled by N3FJP Software\nAaron Crawford (N3MBH)\n\n\nPower Supply\nAaron Crawford (N3MBH)\n\n\nLogging Computer\nAaron Crawford (N3MBH)\n\n\nBencher Iambic CW Paddle\nAaron Crawford (N3MBH)\n\n\n \n \n\n\nMain Operating Tent\n \n\n\n10×20 Tent/Shelter\nBrian Bircher (KE8AZF)\n\n\nClub Generator (Aaron\, N3MBH)\nEPARC (Aaron)\n\n\nExtension Cords\nBrian Bircher (KE8AZF)\n\n\nExtension Cords\nAaron Crawford (N3MBH)\n\n\nFolding Tables\nBedington Ruritan Club\n\n\nFolding Chairs\nBedington Ruritan Club\n\n\nPaperwork (see cell notes)\nAaron Crawford (N3MBH)\n\n\nN3FJP Software\nAaron Crawford (N3MBH)\n\n\nNetworking Gear\nAdam Lassiter (KB8UUE)\n\n\n \n \n\n\nAntenna “Farm”\n \n\n\nClub Tower (Aaron\, N3MBH)\nEPARC (Aaron)\n\n\nMulti-band wire HF antenna that goes down to 40m (Aaron\, N3MBH)\nEPARC (Aaron)\n\n\n6M Loop Antenna\nAdam Lassiter (KB8UUE)\n\n\nG5RV Junior 10m-40m wire antenna\nAdam Lassiter (KB8UUE)\n\n\nCarolina Windom antenna\nAdam Lassiter (KB8UUE)\n\n\nNEW ANTENNA PARTS: Dipole Antenna Feed Point(s)\nAdam Lassiter (KB8UUE)\n\n\nNEW ANTENNA PARTS: Spools of 18 guage wire\nAaron Crawford (N3MBH)\n\n\nNEW ANTENNA PARTS: End Insulators\nAaron Crawford (N3MBH)\n\n\n \n \n\n\n200 ft of paracord\nAdam Lassiter (KB8UUE)\n\n\n(2) 100 ft bundles of 400lb strength string\nAdam Lassiter (KB8UUE)\n\n\n(4) Bundles of 50ft twisted yellow poly-pro rope (49lbs)\nAaron Crawford (N3MBH)\n\n\n \n \n\n\n100ft RG-8X with PL-259 Connectors\nEPARC (Aaron)\n\n\n50ft LMR400 with PL-259 Connectors\nAdam Lassiter (KB8UUE)\n\n\n75ft LMR400 with N-Connectors (needs adapted)\nAdam Lassiter (KB8UUE)\n\n\n50-60ft LMR 400\nMark\n\n\nRG8\, maybe 100ft??? Needs repaired\nMark\n\n\nRG214???\nAaron Crawford (N3MBH)\n\n\n50ft RG8X Coax (PL-259s)\nAaron Crawford (N3MBH)\n\n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\nAdditional Gear\n \n\n\nNano VNA (for Antenna Analyzer)\nAaron Crawford (N3MBH)\n\n\nDummy Load\nAaron Crawford (N3MBH)\n\n\nRF Adapters\nAaron Crawford (N3MBH)\n\n\nRF Adapters\nAdam Lassiter (KB8UUE)\n\n\n200w auto antenna tuner\nAdam Lassiter (KB8UUE)\n\n\nBand Pass Filters (we had some but they are missing in action.)\nMIA\n\n\nAdditional Coax/Feedline\n \n\n\nAdditional antennas\n \n\n\n2 Gallon Gas Can\nAaron Crawford (N3MBH)\n\n\nAdditional Gas Can(s)\n???\n\n\nTools/Soldering Gear\n \n\n\nAntenna Launcher\n???\n\n\n \n \n\n\nOptional Gear\n \n\n\nAdditional Station Setup\n \n\n\nSolor/Battery options.\nAdam Lassiter (KB8UUE)\n\n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n\nKitchen Area\n \n\n\nPopup Canopy\nAaron Crawford (N3MBH)\n\n\nFolding Tables\nBedington Ruritan Club\n\n\nMicrowave\nAdam Lassiter (KB8UUE)\n\n\nCooler(s)\n \n\n\nCoffee\nBrian Bircher (KE8AZF)\n\n\n\nThis should be it for setup\, if anyone has any questions or would like to offer additional help\, please email n3mbh at aaroncrawford dot com. Plus if anyone has any suggestions\, please feel free to let us all know and we will take it into consideration. \n\nBendington Ruritan Club’s Chicken BBQ (Saturday – Lunchtime)\nThe Ruritan Club will be having their chicken BBQ on Saturday prior to the contest officially starring. It would be a great opportunity to grab some lunch and support our host. Plan to be early as I am told that they typically be sold out by Noon-1 PM. The first chicken off the grill will be between 9:30 AM and 10 AM. Half Chicken\, roll\, butter and a drink is $7.00. The meal (half chicken\, cole slaw\, baked beans\, roll\, butter and a drink) is priced at $9.00. \n\nContest Operation Times (Saturday-Sunday)\nWe plan to operate as a 2A class again with two stations. We will be running 2 Yaesu FT-450Ds and logging with N3JFP software and operating primarily on emergency power. At least one station should be setup to get 6 meter contacts as well as have the ability to work some digital modes when phone operations slow down. \nField day for our setup will allow us to operate from 2PM (EST) on Saturday until 2PM (EST) on Sunday for a total of 24 hours. \nThe object of Field Day is to work as many stations as possible on the 160\, 80\, 40\, 20\, 15 and 10 Meter HF bands\, as well as all bands 50 MHz and above (with what our setup and antennas will allow)\, and in doing so to learn to operate in abnormal situations in less than optimal conditions. A premium is placed on developing skills to meet the challenges of emergency preparedness as well as to acquaint the general public with the capabilities of amateur radio. \nFor more details on the field day rules visit the ARRL’s website: http://www.arrl.org/field-day-rules \nWe will need persons to man the stations for the entirety of the 24 hours. \n\nNo “Official” Saturday Evening Dinner\nIt’s has been tradition in past years to prepare a group dinner on Saturday evenings. Unfortunately with limited resources this year as well as looming sanitary concerns\, we have no plans of having a preplanned meal this year. We may opt to order take out of some sort. This will be decided closer dinner time when we can gauge how many individuals will be present at dinner time. \nDrinks are bring your own/share. We plan to have a “kitchen” tent setup as before where coolers can be left and we will have a microwave available for heating food and a coffee station. \n\nTear Down (Sunday)\nTear down will commence following the completion of the contest on Sunday (after 2:00pm). If you are able to stay or return\, any help would be greatly appreciated. Many hands make light work. \n\nNo VE Test Session This Year\nIn years past we’ve administered VE Test sessions for new and upgrading amateur radio licenses. Unfortunately\, we will not be able to do so this year mainly because of lack of the proper number of VE examiners required. Also\, the FCC has changed licensing requirements recently and will begin charing for new licenses and upgraded licenses. Hopefully when we resume testing we will have a better handle on what the process will be for these new changes. \n\nNot able to attend\, but plan to work from home?\nWhile we want to see things back to normal\, we understand that there are still some who cannot attend EPARC’s field day for varying reasons. For 2021\, you may still be able to help with the ARRL’s temporary rule waiver that is carried over from last year. The ARRL states that an aggregate club score will be published. \nThe temporary rule waiver states that for Field Day 2021\, an aggregate club score will also be published\, which will be the sum of all individual entries indicating a specific club (similar to the aggregate score totals used in ARRL affiliated club competitions). Ordinarily\, club names are only published in the results for Class A and Class F entries\, but the temporary rule waiver for 2021 allows participants from any Class to optionally include a single club name with their submitted results following Field Day. \nIf you are able\, we’d like to see you at Field day. If you are unable to attend at all and would like to contribute from home or mobile\, you can do so by operating under your own callsign\, but when you submit your score to the ARRL you can also include the club as part of our overall aggregate score. \nWe will be reporting to the club name “EASTERN PANHANDLE ARC” which is exactly how it is displayed under the ARRL?s directory. Just to clarify\, you would be working under your own callsign and not K8EP. Just communicate with use before reporting so that we are aware and can answer any questions. \n\nHope to see you all there and have an excellent time of fellowship and fun on the air. Join us if you can!
URL:https://k8ep.com/event/field-day-2021/
LOCATION:Bendington Ruritan Club\, 3947 Williamsport Pike\, Martinsburg\, WV\, 25404
CATEGORIES:Contest
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200502T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200502T130000
DTSTAMP:20260624T140636
CREATED:20200403T042424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200403T043018Z
UID:1089-1588402800-1588424400@k8ep.com
SUMMARY:CANCELED: Great Hagerstown Hamfest 2020
DESCRIPTION:COVID-19 UPDATE: As of currently\, the Antietam Radio Association has decided to cancel/postpone the 2020 Hagerstown Hamfest scheduled for May 2\, 2020. If a new date is arranged we will update this event. \nHamfest Features \n\nLarge Indoor Vendor Area\nCovered Tailgating Available\nPaved Open Tailgating Area\nSecurity Provided for Vendors (that arrive Friday evening)\nMany Prizes Drawings throughout the day! (Prizes to be determined)\nGrand Prize Drawn at 12:30 PM (need not be present to win)\nARRL VEC TEAM Amateur Class 1:00 PM – Walk-Ins accepted\nInformative Programs to Attend\nWe invite any Ham group such as QCWA\, QRP and others to arrange to have a meeting or gathering at the Hamfest. There are several areas on the Hamfest site available. Just let us know in advance so we can make the space available and post it at the club table.
URL:https://k8ep.com/event/great-hagerstown-hamfest-2020/
LOCATION:Washington County Agricultural Center\, 7313 Sharpsburg Pike\, Boonsboro\, MD\, 21713
CATEGORIES:Hamfests
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200307T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200307T133000
DTSTAMP:20260624T140636
CREATED:20200403T042121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200403T042121Z
UID:1086-1583582400-1583587800@k8ep.com
SUMMARY:Club Business Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://k8ep.com/event/club-business-meeting/
LOCATION:King’s New York Pizza (Martinsburg)\, 313 Rock Cliff Dr\,\, WV\, Martinsburg\, WV\, 25401
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191027T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191027T110000
DTSTAMP:20260624T140636
CREATED:20190730T172314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190730T172314Z
UID:1063-1572159600-1572174000@k8ep.com
SUMMARY:Mason Dixon Hamfest / Arduino Exhibits
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://k8ep.com/event/mason-dixon-hamfest-2019/
LOCATION:Sportsman’s Hall Roller Skating Center\, 15500 Hanover Pike\, Upperco\, MD\, 21155\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hamfests
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191006T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191006T130000
DTSTAMP:20260624T140636
CREATED:20191003T011247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191003T011709Z
UID:1069-1570348800-1570366800@k8ep.com
SUMMARY:2019 CARAFest
DESCRIPTION:Visit carafest.org for more information
URL:https://k8ep.com/event/2019-carafest/
LOCATION:Howard County Fairgrounds\, 2210 Fairgrounds Rd\, West Friendship\, MD\, 21794
CATEGORIES:Hamfests
ORGANIZER;CN="CARA (Columbia Amateur Radio Association)":MAILTO:cara@columbiaara.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190804T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190804T130000
DTSTAMP:20260624T140636
CREATED:20190325T174741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190325T181012Z
UID:1021-1564902000-1564923600@k8ep.com
SUMMARY:69th Annual Berryville Hamfest
DESCRIPTION:PRESENTED BY THE SHENANDOAH VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB\n\nGate opens at 6:00 AM\nVendor buildings open at 8:00 AM\nDonation $10.00\, children under 16 free\nAdditional $10.00 per space for tailgaters – no reservations. First come\, first served.\nCommercial and indoor tables by reservation (see vendor form download below)\nCountry ham and egg breakfast at 7am\nRuritan’s famous chicken and beef barbecue at 11am\nConcessions and snack bar available\nGrand prizes (HF Rig; VHF Rig; Power Supply) and hourly drawings\nCounty park with pool\, picnic area\, and playground opposite hamfest\nCamping spaces available Saturday night – $15 – no hookups\nSpecial hotel Hamfest rate of $97 has been arranged at Hampton Inn Winchester North (1204 Berryville Ave.\, Winchester\, VA) for reservations booked no later than July 20\, 2019. Call 540-678-4000 and ask for the Hamfest Discount. This is a significant discount over their usual $130-$150 rate.\n\nLarge tailgating area with ample shade under the big oak trees. Also\, electric power is available for testing purposes at various places within the tailgating area
URL:https://k8ep.com/event/69th-annual-berryville-hamfest/
LOCATION:Clarke County Ruritan Fairgrounds\, 890 W. Main St\, Berryville\, VA\, 22611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hamfests
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190622T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190623T170000
DTSTAMP:20260624T140636
CREATED:20170927T013834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190508T131148Z
UID:807-1561212000-1561309200@k8ep.com
SUMMARY:Field Day 2019 (Operation Times)
DESCRIPTION:As tradition\, EPARC plans to participate in the 2019 ARRL Field Day. Field Day is ham radio’s open house. Every June\, more than 40\,000 hams throughout North America set up temporary transmitting stations in public places to demonstrate ham radio’s science\, skill and service to our communities and our nation. It combines public service\, emergency preparedness\, community outreach\, and technical skills all in a single event. Field Day has been an annual event since 1933\, and remains the most popular event in ham radio. \nThe objective is to work as many stations as possible on any and all amateur bands (excluding the 60\, 30\, 17\, and 12-meter bands) and to learn to operate in abnormal situations in less than optimal conditions. Field Day is open to all amateurs in the areas covered by the ARRL/RAC Field Organizations and countries within IARU Region 2. DX stations residing in other regions may be contacted for credit\, but are not eligible to submit entries. \nField Day is always the fourth full weekend of June\, beginning at 1800 UTC Saturday and running through 2059 UTC Sunday. Field Day 2019 is June 22-23. For more details please visit the ARRL website.
URL:https://k8ep.com/event/field-day-2019/
LOCATION:Bendington Ruritan Club\, 3947 Williamsport Pike\, Martinsburg\, WV\, 25404
CATEGORIES:Contest
ORGANIZER;CN="Patrick Fowler (K3MQP)":MAILTO:wv8e@hotmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190622T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190622T133000
DTSTAMP:20260624T140636
CREATED:20190325T173106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190508T215207Z
UID:1017-1561201200-1561210200@k8ep.com
SUMMARY:VE Test Session - Field Day 2019
DESCRIPTION:We will be administering VE Test session for new and upgraded amateur radio licenses administered under the Laurel VEC. Exam sessions given under this VEC are free of cost. Please see below for additional details of the test session. \nWhat to Bring\n\nA photo ID. Children without photo IDs may be tested providing that they can prove their identity to the satisfaction of the LARC VEC Team Leader.\nIf upgrading your license\, a copy of your current\, signed\, amateur radio operator’s license.\nThe original and a copy of any document on which you will be relying to prove element credit. These documents may include:\n\nA Technician license (Original and/or a photocopy) granted prior to March 21\, 1987 Element Credit: Element 3.\nAn expired and subsequently cancelled General class license. Element credit: Element 3.\nAn expired and subsequently cancelled Advanced class license. Element credit: Element 3.\nAn expired and subsequently cancelled Amateur Extra class license. Element credit: Elements 3 and 4.\n\n\nA letter from the FCC confirming that you previously held a specific class of license for which you will be given credit for the Element 3 exams.\nAn unexpired Certificate of Successful Completion of Exam (CSCE) indicating the credit(s) earned\nA positive attitude and some patience. The folks administering the exams are dedicated volunteers. They will do their best to get you tested\, your exam graded\, inform you of the results\, and if applicable\, prepare and present to you a certificate stating you have earned a license or an upgrade as quickly as possible.
URL:https://k8ep.com/event/ve-test-session-field-day-2019/
LOCATION:Bendington Ruritan Club\, 3947 Williamsport Pike\, Martinsburg\, WV\, 25404
CATEGORIES:VE Test Sessions
ORGANIZER;CN="Shane Dunahugh (N3RTD)":MAILTO:n3rtd@yahoo.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190504T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190504T130000
DTSTAMP:20260624T140636
CREATED:20190325T173552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190325T173552Z
UID:1019-1556953200-1556974800@k8ep.com
SUMMARY:Great Hagerstown Hamfest 2019
DESCRIPTION:Hamfest Features \n\nLarge Indoor Vendor Area\nCovered Tailgating Available\nPaved Open Tailgating Area\nSecurity Provided for Vendors (that arrive Friday evening)\nMany Prizes Drawings throughout the day! (Prizes to be determined)\nGrand Prize Drawn at 12:30 PM (need not be present to win)\nARRL VEC TEAM Amateur Class 1:00 PM – Walk-Ins accepted\nInformative Programs to Attend\nWe invite any Ham group such as QCWA\, QRP and others to arrange to have a meeting or gathering at the Hamfest. There are several areas on the Hamfest site available. Just let us know in advance so we can make the space available and post it at the club table.
URL:https://k8ep.com/event/great-hagerstown-hamfest-2019/
LOCATION:Washington County Agricultural Center\, 7313 Sharpsburg Pike\, Boonsboro\, MD\, 21713
CATEGORIES:Hamfests
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180623T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180623T120000
DTSTAMP:20260624T140636
CREATED:20170927T004605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180430T133840Z
UID:799-1529748000-1529755200@k8ep.com
SUMMARY:VE Test Session - Field Day 2018
DESCRIPTION:We will be administering VE Test session for new and upgraded amateur radio licenses administered under the Laurel VEC. Exam sessions given under this VEC are free of cost. Please see below for additional details of the test session. \nWhat to Bring\n\nA photo ID. Children without photo IDs may be tested providing that they can prove their identity to the satisfaction of the LARC VEC Team Leader.\nIf upgrading your license\, a copy of your current\, signed\, amateur radio operator’s license.\nThe original and a copy of any document on which you will be relying to prove element credit. These documents may include:\n\nA Technician license (Original and/or a photocopy) granted prior to March 21\, 1987 Element Credit: Element 3.\nAn expired and subsequently cancelled General class license. Element credit: Element 3.\nAn expired and subsequently cancelled Advanced class license. Element credit: Element 3.\nAn expired and subsequently cancelled Amateur Extra class license. Element credit: Elements 3 and 4.\n\n\nA letter from the FCC confirming that you previously held a specific class of license for which you will be given credit for the Element 3 exams.\nAn unexpired Certificate of Successful Completion of Exam (CSCE) indicating the credit(s) earned\nA positive attitude and some patience. The folks administering the exams are dedicated volunteers. They will do their best to get you tested\, your exam graded\, inform you of the results\, and if applicable\, prepare and present to you a certificate stating you have earned a license or an upgrade as quickly as possible.
URL:https://k8ep.com/event/ve-test-session-field-day-2018/
LOCATION:Bendington Ruritan Club\, 3947 Williamsport Pike\, Martinsburg\, WV\, 25404
CATEGORIES:VE Test Sessions
ORGANIZER;CN="Shane Dunahugh (N3RTD)":MAILTO:n3rtd@yahoo.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180505T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180505T113000
DTSTAMP:20260624T140636
CREATED:20180312T165716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180312T165716Z
UID:957-1525514400-1525519800@k8ep.com
SUMMARY:EPARC Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Discussions will mainly focus on preparation for Field Day\, but other items may be discussed as well. We will meet at the Ag Center during the Hagerstown Hamfest. The exact location on property is yet to be determined. 
URL:https://k8ep.com/event/eparc-meeting/
LOCATION:Washington County Agricultural Center\, 7313 Sharpsburg Pike\, Boonsboro\, MD\, 21713
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180505T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180505T130000
DTSTAMP:20260624T140636
CREATED:20180310T141055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180310T144501Z
UID:951-1525503600-1525525200@k8ep.com
SUMMARY:Great Hagerstown Hamfest
DESCRIPTION:Hamfest Features \n\nLarge Indoor Vendor Area\nCovered Tailgating Available\nPaved Open Tailgating Area\nSecurity Provided for Vendors (that arrive Friday evening)\nMany Prizes Drawings throughout the day! (Prizes to be determined)\nGrand Prize Drawn at 12:30 PM (need not be present to win)\nARRL VEC TEAM Amateur Class 1:00 PM – Walk-Ins accepted\nInformative Programs to Attend\nWe invite any Ham group such as QCWA\, QRP and others to arrange to have a meeting or gathering at the Hamfest. There are several areas on the Hamfest site available. Just let us know in advance so we can make the space available and post it at the club table.
URL:https://k8ep.com/event/hagerstown-hamfest-2018/
LOCATION:Washington County Agricultural Center\, 7313 Sharpsburg Pike\, Boonsboro\, MD\, 21713
CATEGORIES:Hamfests
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170624T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170624T120000
DTSTAMP:20260624T140636
CREATED:20170926T203536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170926T233223Z
UID:792-1498298400-1498305600@k8ep.com
SUMMARY:VE Test Session - Field Day 2017
DESCRIPTION:We will be administering VE Test session for new and upgraded amateur radio licenses administered under the Laurel VEC. Exam sessions given under this VEC are free of cost. Please see below for additional details of the test session. \nWhat to Bring\n\nA photo ID. Children without photo IDs may be tested providing that they can prove their identity to the satisfaction of the LARC VEC Team Leader.\nIf upgrading your license\, a copy of your current\, signed\, amateur radio operator’s license.\nThe original and a copy of any document on which you will be relying to prove element credit. These documents may include:\n\nA Technician license (Original and/or a photocopy) granted prior to March 21\, 1987 Element Credit: Element 3.\nAn expired and subsequently cancelled General class license. Element credit: Element 3.\nAn expired and subsequently cancelled Advanced class license. Element credit: Element 3.\nAn expired and subsequently cancelled Amateur Extra class license. Element credit: Elements 3 and 4.\n\n\nA letter from the FCC confirming that you previously held a specific class of license for which you will be given credit for the Element 3 exams.\nAn unexpired Certificate of Successful Completion of Exam (CSCE) indicating the credit(s) earned\nA positive attitude and some patience. The folks administering the exams are dedicated volunteers. They will do their best to get you tested\, your exam graded\, inform you of the results\, and if applicable\, prepare and present to you a certificate stating you have earned a license or an upgrade as quickly as possible.
URL:https://k8ep.com/event/ve-test-session-fd2017/
LOCATION:Poor House Farm Park\, Poor House Rd\, Martinsburg\, WV\, 25403
CATEGORIES:VE Test Sessions
ORGANIZER;CN="Shane Dunahugh (N3RTD)":MAILTO:n3rtd@yahoo.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170422T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170422T120000
DTSTAMP:20260624T140636
CREATED:20160422T232443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170926T232936Z
UID:797-1492855200-1492862400@k8ep.com
SUMMARY:VE Test Session - April 2017
DESCRIPTION:We will be administering VE Test session for new and upgraded amateur radio licenses administered under the Laurel VEC. Exam sessions given under this VEC are free of cost. Please see below for additional details of the test session. \nWhat to Bring\n\nA photo ID. Children without photo IDs may be tested providing that they can prove their identity to the satisfaction of the LARC VEC Team Leader.\nIf upgrading your license\, a copy of your current\, signed\, amateur radio operator’s license.\nThe original and a copy of any document on which you will be relying to prove element credit. These documents may include:\n\nA Technician license (Original and/or a photocopy) granted prior to March 21\, 1987 Element Credit: Element 3.\nAn expired and subsequently cancelled General class license. Element credit: Element 3.\nAn expired and subsequently cancelled Advanced class license. Element credit: Element 3.\nAn expired and subsequently cancelled Amateur Extra class license. Element credit: Elements 3 and 4.\n\n\nA letter from the FCC confirming that you previously held a specific class of license for which you will be given credit for the Element 3 exams.\nAn unexpired Certificate of Successful Completion of Exam (CSCE) indicating the credit(s) earned\nA positive attitude and some patience. The folks administering the exams are dedicated volunteers. They will do their best to get you tested\, your exam graded\, inform you of the results\, and if applicable\, prepare and present to you a certificate stating you have earned a license or an upgrade as quickly as possible.
URL:https://k8ep.com/event/ve-test-session-april-2017/
LOCATION:Black Dog Coffee Shop\, 8001 Charles Town Rd\, Shenandoah Junction\, WV\, 25442\, United States
CATEGORIES:VE Test Sessions
ORGANIZER;CN="Shane Dunahugh (N3RTD)":MAILTO:n3rtd@yahoo.com
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160827T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160827T120000
DTSTAMP:20260624T140636
CREATED:20160827T124425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160827T171017Z
UID:466-1472292000-1472299200@k8ep.com
SUMMARY:VE Test Session - August 2016
DESCRIPTION:We will be administering VE Test session for new and upgraded amateur radio licenses administered under the Laurel VEC. Exam sessions given under this VEC are free of cost. Please see below for additional details of the test session. \nWhat to Bring\n\nA photo ID. Children without photo IDs may be tested providing that they can prove their identity to the satisfaction of the LARC VEC Team Leader.\nIf upgrading your license\, a copy of your current\, signed\, amateur radio operator’s license.\nThe original and a copy of any document on which you will be relying to prove element credit. These documents may include:\n\nA Technician license (Original and/or a photocopy) granted prior to March 21\, 1987 Element Credit: Element 3.\nAn expired and subsequently cancelled General class license. Element credit: Element 3.\nAn expired and subsequently cancelled Advanced class license. Element credit: Element 3.\nAn expired and subsequently cancelled Amateur Extra class license. Element credit: Elements 3 and 4.\n\n\nA letter from the FCC confirming that you previously held a specific class of license for which you will be given credit for the Element 3 exams.\nAn unexpired Certificate of Successful Completion of Exam (CSCE) indicating the credit(s) earned\nA positive attitude and some patience. The folks administering the exams are dedicated volunteers. They will do their best to get you tested\, your exam graded\, inform you of the results\, and if applicable\, prepare and present to you a certificate stating you have earned a license or an upgrade as quickly as possible.
URL:https://k8ep.com/event/ve-test-session-august-2016/
LOCATION:Black Dog Coffee Shop\, 8001 Charles Town Rd\, Shenandoah Junction\, WV\, 25442\, United States
CATEGORIES:VE Test Sessions
ORGANIZER;CN="Shane Dunahugh (N3RTD)":MAILTO:n3rtd@yahoo.com
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