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September 17, 2024
Editor: Mike Walters, W8ZY [ mailto:mwalters@arrl.org ]

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In this Issue:
Tape Measure VHF Antenna Building Event 
ARRL Library Book Set 
Club Grant Program Update 
Submitting Info for this Newsletter 
How to Plan and Apply for an ARRL Hamfest or Convention 
Important Links

Tape Measure VHF Antenna Building Event

On August 7, 2024, the South Jersey Radio Association (SJRA) hosted a
hands-on workshop at the Gibson House, where 10 enthusiastic members gathered
to build VHF antennas using everyday materials. The event, which ran from
7:30 to 9:00 PM, was a resounding success, demonstrating both the creativity
and technical skills of the participants. 

 
The evening began with members assembling their VHF antenna kits. The
components were provided by several club members: Jim Haney, KD2OIL, supplied
precut sections of metal tape measure; Brian Gross, KD2FJX, brought the
precut ½-inch PVC pipe sections, and Rick Lawn, W2JAZ, provided essential
fittings and hardware. Ken Botterbrodt, K2WB, played a crucial role by
providing electrical power support and bringing along a VHF-capable radio for
testing. 

Participants eagerly got to work, soldering wires and using hose clamps to
assemble their antennas. The process involved careful attention to detail and
some hands-on problem solving, reflecting the club's commitment to practical
learning. 

 
Once the antennas were assembled, each one was tested for standing wave ratio
(SWR) match to the VHF band. This critical step ensured that the antennas
were functioning efficiently and ready for use. Many operators were thrilled
to find that their newly built antennas allowed them to make numerous
contacts with regional repeaters, showcasing their effectiveness.

 
By Brian Gross, KD2FJX

Geochron Club Speaker
[https://www.geochron.com/hamclub/]


ARRL Library Book Set

The ARRL Library Book Set [ http://www.arrl.org/library-book-set ] includes
the most popular ARRL publications and is intended for ARRL Affiliated Clubs
[ http://www.arrl.org/find-a-club ] and members who wish to gift or donate a
set to a local library, school, or classroom. The set is available at a
special price of $250 (includes US ground shipping).

 
Donate books for... 
â-¢Libraries
â-¢Schools and classrooms
â-¢Colleges and universities
â-¢Student radio clubs
â-¢STEM outreach
â-¢Maker and hacker spaces

Includes these Books (subject to availability when ordering): 
The ARRL Handbook for Radio Communications (softcover) [
https://home.arrl.org/action/Store/Product-Details/productId/2009938479 ] 

The ARRL Antenna Book for Radio Communications (softcover) [
https://home.arrl.org/action/Store/Product-Details/productId/2012451093 ] 

The ARRL Operating Manual for Radio Amateurs [
https://home.arrl.org/action/Store/Product-Details/productId/114292 ] 

The ARRL Ham Radio License Manual [
https://home.arrl.org/action/Store/Product-Details/productId/2003373064 ] 

The ARRL General Class License Manual [
https://home.arrl.org/action/Store/Product-Details/productId/2009476073 ] 

The ARRL Extra Class License Manual [
https://home.arrl.org/action/Store/Product-Details/productId/2016746457 ] 

Understanding Basic Electronics [
https://home.arrl.org/action/Store/Product-Details/productId/114276 ] 

Basic Antennas â-" Understanding Practical Antennas and Designs [
https://home.arrl.org/action/Store/Product-Details/productId/114354 ] 

Get On the Air with HF Digital [
https://home.arrl.org/action/Store/Product-Details/productId/2003745875 ] 

Your First Amateur Radio HF Station [
https://home.arrl.org/action/Store/Product-Details/productId/114253 ] 

FCC Rules and Regulations for the Amateur Radio Service [
https://home.arrl.org/action/Store/Product-Details/productId/114291 ] 

 
Complete details are available at www.arrl.org/library-book-set [
http://www.arrl.org/library-book-set ] .


ARRL Handbook 101
[https://home.arrl.org/action/Store/Product-Details/productId/2018947704]


Club Grant Program Update

ARRL Foundation
[https://www.arrl.org/the-arrl-foundation]


The ARRL Foundation Club Grant Program [
https://www.arrl.org/the-arrl-foundation ] is in the review phase as of this
publication. With 110 grant applications received, the grant review committee
has their work cut out for them. Each grant will be reviewed and evaluated
following the guidelines specified in the application. With $500,000 in grant
funds to award, the process is a daunting task. Grants are expected to be
awarded in November. The scope of the projects that have been funded in the
past range from antennas for schools to elaborate station-building programs.
The major factor in determining which program is funded has been described as
finding transformational projects â-" those with the most impact on the
amateur community and the community as a whole. Stay tuned for additional
information on this round of applications.


Submitting Info for this Newsletter

ARRL Club News is for radio clubs to show how they are working in the
community and the hobby to advance amateur radio. If your club completes a
project, supports an event, does an EmComm activation, or activates a park,
we want to hear about it. You can submit your newsletter article to us at
clubs@arrl.org [ mailto:clubs@arrl.org ] . We like to get them as text or
Word files instead of PDFs. If you have pictures, please submit them with
caption information, as well as the name and call sign of the photographer.
We want to highlight the good work being done by the clubs and show others in
the community. Think of this as a chance to show off your club and your
programs.


How to Plan and Apply for an ARRL Hamfest or Convention

If your amateur radio club is planning to host a convention, hamfest,
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