Fir Park Show GB5FPS

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Club members Stephen M5SJM, Les G1LQB, Graham M1DHV, Marc M7DEU and Steve M5ZZZ enjoyed a weekend at the Fir Park Show putting on the Special Event Station GB5FPS, they worked about 130 stations. Pam G4STO also made an appearance on Saturday and took a few photos so she could write a bit for g5fz.co.uk.  Once again Marc was in charge of the cooking.  Sorry I didn’t get a picture but Felicity, M1DHVs daughter was there singing songs from the 1940s.  We had visits from a number of radio amateurs including several members of the club.  Pity the weather wasn’t a … Continue reading →

Club President

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At their Annual General Meeting on the 18th May 2024 the members elected a new President, Peter Kendall M0EJL. Peter replaces John Birkett G8OPP who was President from 1979 until his death in April 2022. Peter has been an active member of the club for almost 25 years, he served on the committee for a number of years and was Chairman for five years. Also at the AGM the following members were re-elected/elected onto the Committee: Steve, M5ZZZ – ChairmanPam, G4STO – SecretaryStephen, M5SJM – TreasurerRoger, G3PVULes, G1LQBMary, G6SWZMarc, M7DEUGraham, M1DHVDavid, M6OYNAlistair, M0TEF

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GB0LV

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Today we erected the aerials and accommodation ready for demonstrating amateur radio to hundreds of scouts over the Bank Holiday weekend.  Please listen out for GB0LV and if you hear us then give us a call, we’ll be pleased to work you.

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GB0LV

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This weekend 24th-27th the LSWC will be active with the Lincoln and Gainsborough Scouts at the Lost Village using the callsign GB0LV. The Scouts will be camping there over the weekend and LSWC Members will be allowing scouts to experience amateur radio throughout the weekend. The Lost Village is located in a secluded woodland near the village of Norton Disney, Lincolnshire. Please QSL via M1DHV by sending a stamped addressed envelope. His address is available on his QRZ.

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145 Alive 11th May 2024

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Started by Tim G5TM and Richard M6KFI started as they just wanted to have some fun on 2m. Tim enjoyed times on 11m where they held nets on the air talking to many people joined in. With the falling popularity in 2m operation Tim decided to try and bring this to 2m by organising a number of nets across the country each run by voulenteers to the event.. A number of events have been run so far with it rising in popularity each time. The nets are run on 2m FM Simplex with the frequencies coordinated to avoid each net … Continue reading →

Easter BBQ and a Thankyou

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On Saturday 31st March the first BBQ of the year was held for all Members. It was very well organized by Steve M5ZZZ, Marc M7DEU and Pam G4STO. Marc Manned the BBQ along with Linda. Producing some excellent Burgers and Sausages. With Side salads, potatoes, onions, sauces andcheesecakes all available in the Village Hall. Pam organised the Easter Quiz which went down very well with the winning team going home with their prised Easter eggs. The weather remained sunny for the entire event so the many members that attended enjoyed a great get together on the Lawn out front of … Continue reading →

FirPark SES 2024

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The Lincoln Shortwave Club is proud to announce that they will be attending The FirPark Free Show, GB5FPS, on the 8th & 9th of June and FirPark Wings and Wheels, GB5WW, on the 24th – 26th August. The Club has attended this event for a number of years now demonstrating Amateur Radio to the public. This year we will be demonstrating HF Voice, Data Modes, VHF, Satellite Operation and also QO100 DATV and Voice. Members of the public will be able to try their hand at operating the radio and also be able to make contacts to others around the … Continue reading →

Winter Rally 2024

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The Winter Rally will be held on the 28th January 2024 at the Festival Hall in Market Rasen. Address:The Festival HallCaistor RoadMarket RasenLN8 3HT Doors open at 9am. With entry being £2, Cash Only. Extra parking available on the Market Place, John St Carpark and on Mill lane. Talk in on 145.375MHz Attending Stalls:Canny Components, Mirfield Electronics, Alan Clegg, Your Radio Club, Micky The Battery Man, TK Electronics and numerous other small sellers. Food and drink will be available: If you wish to book a table at the Rally then table are £10. Contact:Steve (M5ZZZ)Tel: 07777699069Email: m5zzz@outlook.com

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