[MIham] IRA Hamfestival Sat June 7th

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All Hams
Let us all support the IRA Hamfest Just 2 weeks away See you all There 73
Tom DEC-6

To All  IRA Boardmembers, and supporting hams,
Here is some important info to post in a conspicuous place (on the IRA web
site, announce during Newsline, or just talk about it on the repeater) to
inform people what's going on this year at the Grand Rapids IRA Hamfestival
Sat June 7  IRA Boardmembers should talk all this up on the repeater before
the Hamfest so that people know that we have more than just a "swap" going
on. Rumor has it that at the potluck this year besides the famous "Road-Kill
Chili" there will be a well-known chef  (a ham) preparing smoked beef. Y'all
come! Don't miss this fun opportunity to support the IRA Link Repeater
System. Please spread the word!

CAMPING FRIDAY NIGHT
Bring your camper. Electricity and facilities available. Be ready to swap in
the morning.

FAMOUS ROAD-KILL CHILI POTLUCK FRIDAY NIGHT - 7 P.M.
Last year there were over sixty people enjoying the feast and friendship.
Pring food or dessert to pass, some table utensils and enjoy the fun.

ARRL DXCC QSL CONFIRMATION CHECKS
Those wanting cards checked need to bring their ARRL DXCC form filled out,
QSL cards, a check for the appropriate fee and one S.A.S.E. Dave Clark W8DO,
from Kalamazoo will check cards and mail the form and check into the ARRL
following the Hamfestival. ARRL does not authorize field checkers to do 160
meter contacts, deleted countires or awards other than DXCC. Bring your DXCC
QSL cards!

ALTERNATIVE ENERGY CONCEPTS DEMOS AND TALKS
There will be displays and demos of different ideas regarding alternative
energy for the home and amateur radio, etc. Pick up some new ideas!

VINTAGE AMATEUR RADIO EQUIPMENT DISPLAYS
There will be a huge exhibit of vintage and restored amateur radio
equipment, tubes, etc. Will you know what they are?

VINTAGE MILITARY COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT DISPLAYS
A full WW-II communications van will be there along with dozens of unique
military stuff to see.

MICHIGAN-FLORIDA HAMS COFFEE KLATCH AT 9.A.M.
Michigan-Florida hams (snowbirds) meet in the cafeteria at 9 a.m. for an
eyeball QSO.

VE TESTING AT 10:30 A.M.
Bring your license with identification and take the test(s) for your ham
license or an upgrade.

GREAT FOOD AND REFRESHMENTS AVAILABLE AT THE HAMFESTIVAL
Super barbecues, hot dogs, rolls, donuts, pop and coffee, etc.

GRAND RAPIDS ARTS FESTIVAL DOWNTOWN ALL WEEKEND
After attending the IRA Hamfestival, consider going downtown to the Grand
Rapids Festival. Enjoy the free music, shows and great ethnic food
purchases. It's fabulous!

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