[ADXA] Fwd: Ham-Com Last Call

[BRUCE PLANTZ]

That is a bummer, but I guess not a surprise.  Shows/big hamfests are getting harder and harder to produce with escalating costs for venues, etc. and a general trend of declining attendance.  I don't see things being to where big hamfests will happen this summer -- at least in early summer.  I chaired a big hamfest in the Chicago area for several years, so I'm speaking from experience of what a bear they are to manage. Kudos to the organizers for the years they put into it.   K9OZ


> On 12/23/2020 9:40 AM Earl <n5zm at adxa.org> wrote:
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> Subject: 	Ham-Com Last Call
> Date: 	Wed, 23 Dec 2020 15:23:52 +0000
> From: 	Ham-Com, Inc <info at hamcom.org>
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> Ham-Com Last Call
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> It is with a heavy heart that I write this letter about the future of Ham-Com. 
> After 41 years, Ham-Com has decided to close its doors in lieu of the 
> restrictions in place for COVID-19 and the rising costs of putting on a show. 
> The decision was not made lightly, but the safety and wellness of our 
> volunteers, vendors, clubs, presenters, and attendees is our paramount concern.
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> We sincerely thank each and every person for their support over the past 
> years. This starts with clubs who have participated in offering forums, 
> transmitter sessions, VE sessions, talk-ins, and many more things through the 
> years. Next, to the commercial and flea market vendors who have helped new 
> hams get their first radio to established hams who are building the ultimate 
> ham shack, we thank you for returning year over year. To the volunteer staff, 
> functional directors, and access control, your dedication and hard work have 
> contributed to the continued success of the show for 41 years. Finally, to our 
> attendees. Without you, there is no show. Over 41 years, we have met a variety 
> of people with one common passion, amateur radio. Ham-Com is proud to 
> contribute to bringing people together to enjoy this passion. We will 
> definitely miss this gathering of the broader community.
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> Our thoughts and best wishes to you and your families and “see you on-the-air”.
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> 73
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> Bill Nelson
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> President of Ham-Com Inc
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