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Greetings ALL !
I wanted to update everyone regarding the upcoming "200th Massillon Celebration Parade." If you are interested in helping out. PLEASE let me know if you'd like to be included. If you've never volunteered for a parade and provided communications, this is a fantastic opportunity, and loads of FUN!
As you may have heard, this will be the exact same route as the Christmas Parade. It takes place on Friday, July 3rd. The actual parade steps-off at 6:00 pm. Plan on arriving "on post" somewhere in the 3:30-4:00 pm time frame. We should anticipate fairly large crowds attending the parade, so traffic will be heavy, parking will be a challenge, and roads will be blocked-off.
I just received an email last evening from Lauren Kujath (Massillon Parks & Rec.). She is once again the coordinator for this parade. She informed me that we won't receive the parade line-up information until Mon. June. 29th at the earliest. I plan to offer operators your same favorite locations if at all possible. There could be some last minute "tweaking" if logistics dictate otherwise.
New this year - We are providing the option of parking at the church and being "shuttled" to your post(s) along the staging areas and parade route. We've already cleared this with the Mayor and the Police Department. Cody Decker (W8CRD) has generously offered his golf cart, and our own Scott McCamish (N3JJT) will be our "Parade-Uber" for the event.
Since this is being held on the same night as our normally-scheduled monthly meeting, there will NOT be a regular meeting. However, Bruce Mencer (WA8GMX) has offered to man the shack and facilities for anyone who might want to be a part of the excitement and hang out during the parade. We will provide beverages and maybe some light snacks. The repeater will be on the air so attendees can listen to the parade traffic right from the shack. The restrooms will be open and available.
We've also just learned that St. Paul's will be having a "Fireworks on the Lawn" watch party during the same time frame. I think it would be appropriate if we tried to park mostly in the lower "Harvard" lot, if at all possible.
What a GREAT opportunity to showcase our NEW Club Shirts that John & Laurie Sayre have provided for the club ! If you don't have a shirt we will also have traffic vests available. We will be using the W8NP 442.850 Repeater (no tone) for parade communications.
This WILL be an absolute BLAST! ....A once in a lifetime opportunity!!!
Don't be afraid to invite any of your "non-ham" friends to be with you. We will certainly provide extra HT's for listening. Oh, yes ! Our own club trailer will also be a unit in the parade!
73
Don Rankl
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Are you considering becoming a Ham Operator?
Becoming a Ham Operator has several advantages, such as:
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Emergency Communications: During natural disasters or emergencies, amateur radio operators can provide communication when traditional communication methods are down.
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Technology: It is a great way to get hands-on experience with radio and communication technology.
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Ham radio operators can join clubs or groups where they can meet like-minded people and participate in events and contests.
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Personal Development: It also builds skills such as communication, problem-solving, and technical expertise.
Amateur Radio is an exciting hobby that continues to grow in popularity. It provides opportunities for personal growth, education, and building relationships with people all over the world.
Join the Massillon Amateur Radio Club on the first Friday of each month for our monthly get together! And for more information about our club visit our Facebook page or email:
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MARC is recognized by the ARRL as a Special Service Club (SSC). You may be wondering, “What is an SSC, and how does this affect me?”
What is a Special Service Club?
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.
What about MARC?
As an ARRL Special Service Club, we have met our agreement to develop our skills in specified areas during the past two years in accordance with the guidelines in the ARRL SSC Active Club On-Line Primer.
We have worked closely with our Affiliated Club Coordinator throughout the year to develop these skills. We schedule regular, active training classes to help prospective hams study to pass their required FCC license testing. We have a recently improved publicity program to educate the community with regards to our function.
We have club members who actively pursue technical projects and operating activities. We sponsor and participate in important ARRL and hobby related events such as Field Day.
Bottom Line
How can MARC assist you in your ham radio journey? Let us know by sending us a note at:
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Here is our MARC Club newsletter, The FEEDBACK.
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MARC Club Net Manager- Evan Rankl, KE8IDH
Stark County DMR Net - Held on Monday evenings at 7:30 pm on the W8NP repeaters located in Massillon and Alliance Talk Group 313989 Time slot 1.
Statewide DMR Net - Held on Monday evenings at 8:30 pm using the statewide Talk Group 3139.
Stark County ARES Net - Held on Tuesday evenings at 7:00 pm on the N8ATZ repeater 147.120 MHz with a pl of 110.9
Alliance Amateur Radio Club Net - Held on Thursday evenings at 9 pm on the W8LKY Repeater 145.370 MHz with a pl of 110.9
West Stark Info Net - Held every Friday evening on the W8NP Repeater 147.180 MHz with a pl of 110.9 except the first Friday of the month which is club meeting night for the Massillon Amateur Radio Club.
Massillon 80 Meter CW Net - Held Sundays evenings at 8:00 pm on 3.5995 MHz
If you are outside the range of our MARC repeater you can listen to our signal on Broadcastify. To access the feed from the Club repeaters press HERE.