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Just for clarification the meeting will be held on our normally scheduled meeting date at our normal meeting time.  I will try to open the virtual meeting approximately 15 minutes early (0815) so that folks can get settled in and comfortable with Zoom if they choose.
Date :   April 18th, 2020Time :   0830
Have a good night,
Doug, K4AIU 

Hi All,

First I hope that this email finds you well.

Due to the continued public health concerns, the Governors Stay at Home order and with our meeting venue unavailable we will not be able to meet in person.

With that said we will attempt to hold a virtual meeting via zoom. It is really simple to use. You may utilize a computer or simply call in via telephone using the number provided.

For Zoom conference information please check an e-mail from W5ODJ with the details on how to get into the conference.

Here is a short video on how to utilize zoom:

https://youtu.be/hIkCmbvAHQQ

If it is your first time with Zoom, I recommend joining a few minutes early.

Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions.

—
Doug Coulter – K4AIU
Loudoun Amateur Radio Group
k4lrg.org

Good Afternoon,

New information regarding the COVID-19 Virus and related closings, cancellations and recommendations has been rapidly evolving.  I have also been contacted by several members who where either unable to attend or were concerned over the meeting tomorrow.

With that said, and out of an abundance of caution, I have decided to cancel tomorrows meeting.  I do apologize for the late notice and for any inconvenience.  Because this decision was reached so let please take a moment to ensure any fellow members that you have regular contact with are aware of the cancellation.  

Sorry for the inconvenience but we want to look out for our members.

Respectfully,

Doug K4AIU

Good net was enjoyed by those who checked in Thursday evening. Check ins included:
KE4S
N4CF
K8SYH
K3WD
N1ESD
N4PD
KC3ANS
KD2DKB

Multiple threads of discussion included participation in the just completed ARRL SSB contest last weekend, CWTs of late, and some antenna comments.

Only stations on 10m included myself and N4PD.

Nets concluded at 0040.

NCS for this week, Jeff, K0ZR

It was great seeing many of your at our January meeting. Please join me in thanking our 2019 Officers for their dedication and hard work!

The club is looking for your help. We have many talented members who bring to the club vast experience and unique skills.

Please consider getting involved in one of the below important roles that we are currently seeking members to become involved in. If you have any questions please feel free to reach out to any of the officers.

Youth (STEM) outreach & LARG Public Information Officer

We are also looking for members who may be interested in coordinating these very important events.

• Field Day – Jun 27-28

• Reston Century – late August

• Oktoberfest – Sep 25-26

• Holiday Party – TBD: Dec 5 or 12

Thank you for your consideration and participation in the club.

Doug Coulter, K4AIU

We held the 2 meter net tonight (February 16, 2020). There were 6 check-ins:

• W5ODJ, NCS
• N4PDY
• KD4NYX
• KD4HAX
• WA4TXE
• KK4TNO

Mike let us know there are going to be 11 students in this next Extra class training. He let us know that N1RM is mostly organizing this training and that it has gone very well.

Remember that tomorrow is when we meet at Wegmans for lunch. If you are free you might consider joining us.

Thank so all who took the time to test their radio gear. Everyone have a great week.

A very short net tonight. Check-in from Jeff KoZR with Dave KE4S as ncs. We chatted briefly about the ARRL International DX CW contest starting tomorrow, and our expectations for our antenna systems in the contest, particularly on the low bands. Please join us next week at 8:00PM on 3675 KHz. We will announce a frequency in the General class portion of the band for check-ins there. 73 de Dave KE4S.

Net control tonight was Bill, K8SYH with check-in from Dave KE4S. We discussed the generous rainfall we have been having and its impact on delaying our antenna work. A late check-in from Chris W4PMP completed the net as we closed at 8:21.