[TxHam] Fw: Monthly South Texas Section News Summary

[Brian K. Gaskamp]

> We've been fortunate this year during the Hurricane season with very 
> little
> activity as far as Texas was concerned. We've been in the ready mode for 
> some
> time. Or hopes are that we won't have and real serious problems.
>
> I've heard that the cost for equipment is to great for young hams to get
> started. The League has a auction coming up that will have some great 
> deals
> starting on October 24 and going through November 2. Also we have a swap 
> fest
> where you can find nearly anything you desire.  Also as was brought up on 
> the
> Section Manager net Tuesday night at 7:30 on 3.873 after the Texas Traffic
> Net, there are some brand new HF rigs for around $500.00. That's cheaper 
> than
> most computers.  Now we should be able to see the young hams coming on 
> board.
>
> The ARRL Programs and Services Committee has been tasked by the Board of
> Directors to study governance issues of the ARRL Field Organization.
> Please read my other note (via e-mail) on the subject.  This is on going 
> study
> that was initiated at the July 2007 Board meeting. Please let me and your
> Director know your feelings on this issue.
>
> God Bless America and our Troops which include our MARS groups.
>
> Ray N5NAV
>
>
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