Due to the Spring Fling happening at Cody Park this weekend, we are changing the location of our Spring Meet and Greet to the Gazebo at Centennial Park. It’s located next to the new playground and the restrooms on the corner of Leota St. and Oak St., across the street…
2023 SPRING MEET AND GREET (UPDATED)
After a long winter Spring is here and time for another meet and greet. We will meet on May 7th, starting at 11:00 AM Central time. This year N0SPC Jared and I KF0FND will provide free hot dogs with condiments till they are gone. NEW DETAILS CAN BE FOUND HERE….
Nebraska Convention
Spring is here and it’s that time
CLASSIFIEDS
You can post radio-related items, either for sale or looking for, in the comments section of this post. Disclaimer: Western Nebraska Ham Radio is not responsible for any sale or transaction. We are simply a place to communicate.
Winter Field day.
A great video by Jared N0SPC with supporting cast. Rough conditions but well prepared. I wonder how many Hams would show up for the great campfire food? Great way to share Ham radio with your kids while testing your readiness and stamina. Well done, sir! For information on the event,…
ANTENNAS PART THREE
The Wire Dipole Antenna Wire Dipoles are simple, inexpensive and easy to build. The wire length is calculated by the wave length desired. A full wave length is not required to build a good working antenna. The common rule is to cut the antenna length in half, creating a half…
New Ham!
Congratulations to Luke Sullivan KF0LCN for not only passing his Tech but also his General on his first try. Welcome to the world of Amateur radio!
ANTENNAS PART TWO
Next step in to antennas is a bit harder to chose the type as designs seem endless. Let’s look at a simple inexpensive wire antenna for two meters. Pictured is an experimental design by Mark Skinner KA0VNV using the same kind of parts. Parts needed are a SO239, small screws…
FALL MEET and GREET
Beautiful Fall weather for the Meet and Greet. Good attendance and we shared some ideas to make entering Amateur radio experience easier for new license holders. The idea of a Meet and Greet in Ogalalla was discussed and may happen so stay tuned for time and date. Quite a diverse…
Meet and Greet, Testing
Time for another Meet and Greet at Cody Park Sunday, September 25, 11:00 AM till we are done. Friends family and wives are welcome. Swap and sell radio stuff welcome. Pass the word. Any ideas for a winter Meet and greet are welcome. License testing is set for 10:00 am…