Monthly Archives: August 2016

We had been looking forward to my sister coming down for a week at her Time Share at Hilton Head.   It was going to be nice to see ….   but then she was unable to make it.   … Continue reading →

As you know from before, I studied for and applied to the ARRL for Certification as a VE (Vounteer Examiner) so that I could administer Amateur Radio Exams. On August 26th, I received a package in the mail with my … Continue reading →

These are some photos that I took of the Fort (Pulaski) during Activation Day   And a few I converted to B&W..   (I like doing it on period style photos..)

We have done several activations for NPOTA including Pulaski previously.  Typically we set up outside in the picnic area.   Today (Thursday August 25th) is the actual Anniversary Day.  Because of all the activities, the Fort contacted our club to … Continue reading →

On August 24th, I received my Credentials as a Radio Operator for Savannah Memorial Hospital.  I can now access secure areas of the Hospital and operate the Hospital radio equipment in time of Emergency and monthly testing.  I will serve … Continue reading →

Ok, so being truthful, everyday is Grandkids day!!  This day Scott and Morgan brought the tribe over in the morning and we had an opportunity to take them over to the Community pool.   They really like the swimming time!! … Continue reading →

Last month, I got involved in DSTAR digital voice radio.  Because signals are transferred via the internet, you can talk all over and normally find someone to talk to.  I have been impressed and enjoying it but it is not … Continue reading →

What a nice Visit!   Stephen and Rob Cook arrived in Savannah on the 6th…    they flew back to NY on the 10th. After their arrival, we visited a bit then went to eat at Fatz in Pooler…   … Continue reading →

The kids are back in school…   They start back early here in GA. Jackson started back on August 3rd (First Grade) The Girls started back on August 8th.  Harper in Pre-K and Ella in 3 Years Class.

My Certificate for my success in this Special Event arrived today!  If you remember, back at the 4th, you had to document a contact with a station in all 13 Colonies and I achieved that along with the Bonus Station … Continue reading →

In the Amateur Radio World, a VE is a Volunteer Examiner.  The FCC created the VEC system to provide initial licensing examination for prospective new hams and upgrade examination opportunities for those already licensed. FCC authorized VEC organizations oversee the work … Continue reading →

That was actually quite quick as far as I was concerned.   I tested on Saturday and on Thursday August 4th I received notification  from the FCC that my upgrade had been posted.   I was now Fully Legal!!   … Continue reading →