From frank at mclc908.org Thu Jun 4 17:22:34 2015 From: frank at mclc908.org (Frank) Date: Thu, 04 Jun 2015 17:22:34 -0400 Subject: [MIham] Meteor Shower in Broad Daylight In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <5570C19A.5050104@mclc908.org> > Space Weather News for June 4, 2015 > http://spaceweather.com > > Earth is entering a stream of debris from an unknown comet, and this is causing one of the most intense meteor showers of the year. Ironically, most sky watchers won't notice because the shower peaks in broad daylight. We only know it's happening because a radar in Canada is picking up echoes from meteoroids streaking through the blue sky overhead. Astronomers call these meteors "Arietids" because they emerge from the constellation Aries not far from the June sun. For observing tips on how you might be able to see earthgrazing Arietids just before sunrise in the mornings ahead, visithttp://spaceweather.com -- P7 - Proper, Pre-Planning, Prevents, Pathetically, Poor, Performance. From jamelar at localnet.com Thu Jun 4 22:05:44 2015 From: jamelar at localnet.com (Jack Amelar) Date: Thu, 04 Jun 2015 22:05:44 -0400 Subject: [MIham] Reminder IRA Hamfest this Saturday, June 6 Message-ID: <20150604220544.nbixx7xkckoo880k@webmail.localnet.com> Downloadable flier at http://www.w8ira.org West Michigan's Largest Hamfest and Computer Fair ! Proceeds Support the W8IRA/R Linked Repeater System ? DEALERS - HAMS - COMPUTER HOBBYISTS ? SHOW - TRADE - SELL ? All ham equipment, radios, coax, antennas, accessories, software, hardware, books, parts, alternate energy equipment, ham related clothing, and all other ham related gear. MULTIPLE DOOR PRIZES !! ? Convenient, spacious facilities at the Hudsonville Fairgrounds ? Indoor Sales Floor with 22,000 Sq Foot of Display Area ? Convenient Access and Free Parking - Handicapped Parking and Access ? Children under 12 admitted FREE (when accompanied by a paying adult) ? Food and drinks available in comfortable indoor facilities ? Interesting and Informative Forums and Seminars ? VE Amateur Radio License Exams - All Levels Offered Admission Fee: $6 Independent Repeater Association, Inc. 2015 IRA Grand Rapids Hamfest Hudsonville Fairground, 5235 Park Avenue, Hudsonville, MI 49426 Saturday, June 6, 2015 -- 8 AM until Noon Ray's Road Kill Chili and Potluck Dinner 6:30 PM Friday Night Bring a dish to pass and join in the fun Friday at 6:30 P.M. after helping with setup. Enjoy "Eye-ball QSOs," entertainment, awards, and surprises. This will be the last opportunity to purchase reduced-price Hamfest tickets. Don't miss this fun, exciting and well-attended social event! For Reservations Complete Reservation Form at http://www.w8ira.org/linked/2015hamfestflyer.pdf Questions ??? Call Wayne, 616-866-3316 or E-Mail -- hamfest at W8IRA.org Camping Available ! Low Fees - Convenient Location -Showers and Rest Rooms Available. Hudsonville County Fairground, 5235 Park Avenue, Hudsonville, MI 49426 GPS Coordinates: N42.8645 / W85.8763 (NAD83) Approximately 14 Miles West of Grand Rapids, Michigan From frank at mclc908.org Sun Jun 7 13:07:05 2015 From: frank at mclc908.org (Frank) Date: Sun, 07 Jun 2015 13:07:05 -0400 Subject: [MIham] Radio operators needed for Rockford Area Kids Tri 2015 In-Reply-To: <879e8267c8240ab2c8f62a5868e2f111@www.kcvrm.net> References: <879e8267c8240ab2c8f62a5868e2f111@www.kcvrm.net> Message-ID: <55747A39.4050609@mclc908.org> > All > > We are looking for volunteers to work this years Rockford Area Kids > Triathlon. The event supports the Michigan Special Olympics. We would > be helping out in all aspects of the event from Registration, traffic > control to runner safety. The event is Saturday July 11th at the > Rockford Middle School. We would be there from 6AM to 1PM, but we can > be flexible on the times. This is a great opportunity to get out into > the community. We will have the truck there on display with the police > cruisers. Come out and show your support for the community and get > the word out about who we are and what we do. This is a fun low key > event. Food will be provided. > Please sign up at http://vrm.cc/rocktri > Event information is available at http://www.rocktri.com/ > Any questions contact Karl Palma at kpalma at kcest.org > > -- P7 - Proper, Pre-Planning, Prevents, Pathetically, Poor, Performance. From frank at mclc908.org Wed Jun 10 22:23:27 2015 From: frank at mclc908.org (Frank) Date: Wed, 10 Jun 2015 22:23:27 -0400 Subject: [MIham] Noctilucent Clouds Reach the USA In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <5578F11F.7020602@mclc908.org> > Space Weather News for June 10, 2015 > http://spaceweather.com > > NOCTILUCENT CLOUDS REACH THE USA: The northern season for noctilucent clouds began on May 19th when NASA's AIM spacecraft spotted a patch of electric blue over the Arctic Circle. Since then the clouds have been spreading south. This week, for the first time in 2015, they crossed the border into the lower 48 US states. Seeded by meteoroids and floating near the edge of space, these eerie-looking clouds are increasingly visible to mid-latitude observers, possibly as a result of climate change. Check today's edition ofhttp://spaceweather.com for the latest sightings and observing tips. -- P7 - Proper, Pre-Planning, Prevents, Pathetically, Poor, Performance. From frank at mclc908.org Fri Jun 19 19:21:13 2015 From: frank at mclc908.org (Frank) Date: Fri, 19 Jun 2015 19:21:13 -0400 Subject: [MIham] Incoming CME could spark solstice auroras In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <5584A3E9.1000105@mclc908.org> > Space Weather News for June 19, 2015 > http://spaceweather.com > > SOLSTICE AURORA WATCH: On June 18th, the sun produced its biggest flare in nearly two months. The M3-class explosion caused a brief low-frequency radio blackout over North America and hurled a CME into space. A glancing blow from the CME is likely on June 21st , possibly sparking a geomagnetic storm and solstice auroras. Checkhttp://spaceweather.com for updates. > > SUNSET PLANETS: When sun goes down tonight, step outside and look west. Venus, Jupiter and the crescent Moon are having a lovely conjunction in the sunset sky. Photos @http://spaceweathergallery.com -- P7 - Proper, Pre-Planning, Prevents, Pathetically, Poor, Performance. From frank at mclc908.org Fri Jun 26 12:05:55 2015 From: frank at mclc908.org (Frank) Date: Fri, 26 Jun 2015 12:05:55 -0400 Subject: [MIham] Rockford Area Kids Triathlon In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <558D7863.10709@mclc908.org> > All > > We are looking for volunteers to work this years Rockford Area Kids > Triathlon. We are looking for 5 to 10 more ham radio operators to sign > up yet. > The event supports the Michigan Special Olympics. We would be helping > out in all aspects of the event from Registration, traffic control to > runner safety. The event is Saturday July 11th at the Rockford Middle > School. We would be there from 6AM to 1PM, but we can be flexible on > the times. This is a great opportunity to get out into the community. > We will have the truck there on display with the police cruisers. Come > out and show your support for the community and get the word out > about who we are and what we do. This is a fun low key event. Food > will be provided. > Please sign up at http://vrm.cc/rocktri > Event information is available at http://www.rocktri.com/ > Any questions contact Karl Palma at kpalma at kcest.org > -- P7 - Proper, Pre-Planning, Prevents, Pathetically, Poor, Performance. From frank at mclc908.org Mon Jun 29 22:24:19 2015 From: frank at mclc908.org (Frank) Date: Mon, 29 Jun 2015 22:24:19 -0400 Subject: [MIham] Planets Converge for Sunset Sky Show In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <5591FDD3.3000000@mclc908.org> > Space Weather News for June 29, 2015 > http://spaceweather.com > > SUNSET SKY SHOW: The two brightest planets in the night sky are converging for a spectacular close encounter. On June 30th, Jupiter and Venus will be just a fraction of a degree apart, forming a pair so bright that you can see them even before nightfall. Checkhttp://spaceweather.com for observing tips and more. -- P7 - Proper, Pre-Planning, Prevents, Pathetically, Poor, Performance.