[FARC] JOTA 2002 info

Fri, 30 Aug 2002 16:57:48 -0400

Jamboree On The Air - Boy Scouts getting together via Ham Radio vs.
congregating at some muddy physical location.

Bob K9CMR
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Paul Hubbell wrote:
> 
> What does JOTA stand for?
> Paul  N3JIM
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Eric Gammeter <[email protected]>
> To: ARES/RACES <[email protected]>; FARC MAILMAN <[email protected]>
> Sent: Thursday, August 29, 2002 9:57 PM
> Subject: [FARC] JOTA 2002 info
> 
> > Please contact ERIC, N8AAY to sign up! [email protected]
> >   _____
> >
> >
> > JOTA 2002 Updated Information
> >
> > 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
> >
> > 3.740 & 3.940
> >
> > 3.590
> >
> >
> > 40m
> >
> > 7.270**
> >
> > 7.030
> >
> >
> > 20m
> >
> > 14.290
> >
> > 14.070
> >
> >
> > 17m
> >
> > 18.140
> >
> > 18.080
> >
> >
> > 15m
> >
> > 21.360
> >
> > 21.140
> >
> >
> > 12m
> >
> > 24.960
> >
> > 24.910
> >
> >
> > 10m
> >
> > 28.390
> >
> > 28.190
> >
> > **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
> >
> > ---
> >
> >
> > 1999
> >
> > 91
> >
> > 6,177
> >
> > 2,394
> >
> >
> > 2000
> >
> > 72
> >
> > 4,756
> >
> > 1,749
> >
> >
> > 2001
> >
> > 65
> >
> > 4,030
> >
> > 1,489
> >
> >
> >
> >
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> >
> > Page last modified: 10:20 AM, 10 Jul 2002 ET
> > Page author: [email protected]
> > Copyright � 2002, American Radio Relay League, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
> >
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