[FARC] JOTA 2002 info

Thu, 29 Aug 2002 23:03:32 -0400

What does JOTA stand for?
Paul  N3JIM
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From: Eric Gammeter <[email protected]>
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Subject: [FARC] JOTA 2002 info


> Please contact ERIC, N8AAY to sign up! [email protected]
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> JOTA 2002 Updated Information
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> More <http://www2.arrl.org/FandES/ead/#scout>  information about ham
> radio and scouting
>
> Who: Girl and Boy Scouts around the world
>
> Where: Wherever you set up your radio!
>
> When: October 19-20 (The JOTA begins on Saturday, at 0001 hours local
> time, and ends on Sunday, at 2359 hours local time.)
>
> Scout Frequencies for JOTA 2002
>
>
> band
>
> phone (MHz)
>
> cw (MHz)
>
>
> 80m
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> 3.740 & 3.940
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> 3.590
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> 40m
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> 7.270**
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> 7.030
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> 20m
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> 14.290
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> 14.070
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> 17m
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> 18.140
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> 18.080
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> 15m
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> 21.360
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> 21.140
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> 12m
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> 24.960
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> 24.910
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> 10m
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> 28.390
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> 28.190
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> **The World Scout Bureau lists the traditional JOTA 40-meter frequency
> as 7.290. This frequency is also published in the "Considerate
> Operator's Frequency Guide" as the AM calling frequency. After
> discussing this conflict with ham/scouters, Ray Moyer, WD8JKV, (National
> JOTA organizer), and ARRL, we suggest using 7.270 as the US JOTA
> frequency.
>
> JOTA 2002 Possibilities
>
> We have received a few comments referring to the possibility of using
> more SSTV during JOTA. Wouldn't it be great to send a picture of your
> girl and boy scouts to the troop they are talking with? These pictures
> would be a great addition to a scout scrapbook.
>
> Demonstrate a simple 2-meter HT and mobile rig. It is much easier for
> scouts to see themselves owning this type of radio as opposed the "top
> of the line" radios. Remember to show both the scouts and leaders how
> ham radio will compliment the scout program. With a little guidance, a
> girl or Boy Scout leader will be able to work ham radio into several
> badges such as electricity, communications, and, of course, radio.
>
> This is also an opportunity to discuss the value of a 2meter HT while on
> a hike or field trip. I know from passed experience that scouts want to
> go at their own pace especially on a hike. With a few licensed
> ham/scouts in the group everyone will be able to keep in contact.
>
> Scout Participation cards &JOTA patches
>
> These are not available through ARRL. They come directly from BSA
> Headquarters in TX. Order your cards and JOTA patches early to avoid
> disappointment. Visit
> http://www.bsa.scouting.org/international/jota.html for complete
> information.
>
> JOTA Exhibit Kits
> are back and better!
>
> JOTA Exhibit Kits are now available! Each kit will contain the ARRL
> Scout handbook, 100 Boy or Girl Scout brochures. It will also include
> 100 fliers, a list of suggested activities. In the past we have had
> requests for building small projects. This year we are also including
> directions for a few of these projects. The cost of shipping and
> handling will be $7.50. You must specify that you want a "JOTA" exhibit
> kit. � kits are available for $4.50. (total of 50 brochures, project and
> activity sheets, 50 fliers and an ARRL Scout handbook) You can now order
> online at https://www.arrl.org/forms/ead/recruit/orderform.html .or send
> a check to the ARRL, Field & Educational Services, 225 Main St.,
> Newington, CT 06111, or you can call Linda at 860-594-0292 with a credit
> card number. Please order early to avoid the rush.
>
> You will also find a good deal of information on the web page at
> http://www.arrl.org/ead/#scout <http://www2.arrl.org/ead/#scout>
>
> ARRL wants to hear from you!
>
> After JOTA 2001, don't forget to complete the Survey at
> http://www.arrl.org/ead/jotalog/ <http://www2.arrl.org/ead/jotalog/>
>
> We read your survey comments and suggestions. Some of them may find
> their way into QST, or the ARRL Web pages. The numbers you provide
> through this survey help us to see the trends of this youth program.
>
>
> year
>
> #of surveys
>
> # scouts
>
> hams + visitors
>
>
> 1998
>
> 69
>
> 3,694
>
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>
>
> 1999
>
> 91
>
> 6,177
>
> 2,394
>
>
> 2000
>
> 72
>
> 4,756
>
> 1,749
>
>
> 2001
>
> 65
>
> 4,030
>
> 1,489
>
>
>
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