[W1SMH] Fwd: Help out at the Run of the Charles - Sunday April 30

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-------- Original message --------From: Brett Smith <ab1rl-pubserv at brettcsmith.org> Date: 3/16/17  10:08  (GMT-05:00) To: Ray Cord <raycord at aol.com> Subject: Help out at the Run of the Charles - Sunday April 30 

    
      Dear Ray,
      The Run of the Charles
        is one of the most unique public service events for hams each
        year. It’s a suite of canoe and kayak races for all different
        group sizes and course lengths. The variety draws all kinds of
        participants, and they all rely on us to help keep the event
        running safely and smoothly.
      This year’s Run of the
        Charles is on Sunday, April 30. The full 26-mile course runs
        from Riverdale Park in Dedham down to Artesani Park in Brighton.
        Assignment check-in times vary by location, from 7:00 AM at far
        start points to 10:00 AM at portages near the finish. Since the
        CRWA relies on hams for all kinds of logistics, from on-site
        check-ins to rules infractions, there’s a position for
        volunteers at any experience level. For more information, visit the race
          Web site.
      Volunteers for this
        event must have a dual-band (2m and 70cm) handheld radio and an
        antenna with improved gain over the stock rubber duck. These are
        necessary because many volunteer sites are low-lying areas where
        it can be a challenge to reach repeaters. If you can help,
        please write back with the following information:
      
        Your call sign, full name, and
          name you prefer on the air
        Phone numbers where you can be
          reached (cell, home, office)
        Your preferred e-mail address
        The transmit band(s) of your
          radio(s), and other equipment you could bring. Start sites
          that accept new registrations could benefit from a larger
          setup—think 10W+ and an antenna like a magmount or better. If
          you’re able and willing to bring that extra equipment, please
          let me know.
        Your shirt size
        Do you have any needs or requests
          we should consider when making your assignment?
      
      If you have questions
        about the run, please get
          in touch by e-mail or phone (859) 466 5915.
      Thank you, and 73,
      ​
    
    -- 

    Brett Smith, AB1RL

      Public Service Coordinator, Boston
        Amateur Radio Club