[GCARC] Meteor scatter QSOs this AM

[Jon Pearce]

We got the meteor scatter station set up this AM using the Flex 3000 and the Elecraft amplifier, along with the 6 meter beam and made several contacts before activity dropped off. Hopefully it will pick up later in the day. We'll be back by 7 PM tonight to resume operations.

Viewing of meteors should be good by sunset (about 8:30) but unfortunately there a rodeo at the 4H fairgrounds that may create light pollution in an otherwise dark area. Also, it rained this afternoon so the ground may still be wet. Nonetheless we hope to have a good turnout for QSO and meteor watching later today.

73 de Jon WB2MNF

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From: gcarc-bounces at mailman.qth.net <gcarc-bounces at mailman.qth.net> On Behalf Of Jon Pearce
Sent: Tuesday, August 8, 2023 9:18 AM
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Subject: [GCARC] Meteor Scatter and Viewing - Saturday August 12 at the Clubhouse

The Perseids meteor shower will peak this weekend and we'll be trying to work some meteor scatter QSOs throughout Saturday from the Clubhouse station on 6 meters. Also - the Clubhouse provides a wide-open relatively dark area that's good for sky viewing, so if your family members are interested in looking for meteors plan to bring them down on Saturday night.

Meteor concentrations for scatter QSOs are said to be higher in early morning so I'm planning to get to the clubhouse by 8 AM. How long the Clubhouse will be staffed throughout the day will depend on individual schedules and availability, but we'll definitely be back by 7 PM to resume radio activity.

Sunset is around 8:30, which would be a good time to show up for viewing. Cameras on tripods may yield some good shots and binoculars may be helpful. Bring blankets or lawn chairs and flashlights (ideally with red light) - the clubhouse floodlights will be disabled to maximize viewing.

Check the weather beforehand - clouds don't interfere with radio signals but will impede viewing. Thunderstorms will obviously cancel both events.

The clubhouse is on the Gloucester County 4H fairgrounds<https://www.google.com/maps/place/235+Bridgeton+Pike+%2377,+Mullica+Hill,+NJ+08062/@39.7201291,-75.2238081,14z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x89c6d8fb188080c1:0x45ea3bd38cd7cb2c!8m2!3d39.7166975!4d-75.211421?entry=ttu> at 235 Bridgeton Pike (Rt 77) Mullica Hill, NJ, 08062.

73 de Jon WB2MNF
GCARC President
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