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SUMMARY:TCARES Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:There will be a TCARES Board Meeting following the monthly club breakfast meeting. Feel free to attend!
URL:https://tcares.net/event/tcares-board-meeting-6/
LOCATION:My Garden Cafe\, 14270 Mono Way\, Sonora\, California\, 95370\, United States
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SUMMARY:TCARES Monthly Breakfast and Club Meeting
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome\, JOIN US! Come to the back room around or just before 9 AM to order your breakfast…or just a cup of coffee. At 9:30 we will begin our formal agenda.
URL:https://tcares.net/event/tcares-monthly-breakfast-and-club-meeting-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260711T090000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Radio Class: Pinecrest Academy School in Cold Springs\, CA
DESCRIPTION:THIS IS A FREE CLASS\, Limited to the first 25 people. REGISTER BELOW. \n\n\n\nLearn basic radio communications skills with a focus on the General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS)\, Family Radio Service and Ham Radio (GMRS/FRS/HAM). A NO TEST LICENSE is required to transmit on the GMRS frequencies. However\, you can transmit without a license on the FRS frequencies that are used by some of our GMRS groups within Tuolumne County. Explore and learn all the details at this class. \n\n\n\nHands on skills training will get you up and transmitting right away\, with instructions on emergency communication. \n\n\n\nSTAY INFORMED when cellphones are down and power outages occur. \n\n\n\nRADIO CLASS AGENDA\n\n\n\n\nTypes of Radio Services\n\n\n\nPro and Cons of FRS/GMRS/HAM\n\n\n\nRadio Etiquette \n\n\n\nHow to talk on the Radio\n\n\n\nHow to listen to public safety channels (Fire/Sheriff/AirTankers\, etc)\n\n\n\nWhat is a Repeater?\n\n\n\nHow to join a Network\n\n\n\nCommon Radio Features\n\n\n\nUse Radio as a Scanner\n\n\n\nPractice Net Roster with Radio\n\n\n\n\nOPTIONAL: Tuolumne County has five GMRS repeaters on hill tops that allow wide communications across the county and the valley. A GMRS license is required for repeater usage. Apply for your GMRS license today. One GMRS license will cover your entire extended family\, even if they don’t live in the same home. There is NO TEST\, only a FCC $35. application fee. Follow these step by step instructions to get your NO TEST GMRS License. FCC processing time usually takes one to three days and has a $35.00 fee. START NOW. \n\n\n\nYou do not need to own a radio to attend this class\, reserve a seat with a free ticket and learn the basic skills of radio communication. There is no fee for the skills training. \n\n\n\n\nJuly 11th – 9:00 AM (about 2 hours) Please check in by 8:45\, thanks!\n\n\n\nLimited to the first 25 people\n\n\n\nPinecrest Academy School: 30433 Old Strawberry Rd.\, Cold Springs\, CA 95335 \n\n\n\nREGISTER NOW AND SAVE YOUR SEAT!\n\n\n\n\nThis is the meeting location: \n\n\n\nPinecrest Academy School is at 30433 Old Strawberry Rd\, Cold Springs\, CA 95335
URL:https://tcares.net/event/introduction-to-radio-class-pinecrest-academy-school-in-cold-springs-ca/
CATEGORIES:Public Demonstration,TCARES,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260627T150000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Winlink Training Session: Pinecrest Academy School in Cold Springs\, CA
DESCRIPTION:THIS IS A FREE CLASS\, Limited to the first 15 people. REGISTER BELOW. \n\n\n\nThis training session will teach participants how to use Winlink\, a global\, volunteer-run radio email system for amateur radio operators\, allowing text-based email and data transmission\, without internet or cell connectivity. Using specialized software like Winlink Express\, hams connect their radios to internet-connected gateways to send messages worldwide\, which is critical during disasters\, for maritime\, and remote communications. \n\n\n\nBio: Rich Combs\, KK6RIC. After 30 plus years playing with optics at LLNL (Lawrence Livermore National Laboratories)\, Rich showed he was good at taking tests and quickly became an Extra licensed ham. But he still isn’t sure what PTT means – hihi! He is a volunteer driver\, pump operator\, and EMR\, with Strawberry Volunteer Fire Department\, at his QTH in Strawberry\, CA. Hobbies include amateur astronomy\, telescope building\, and long-distance hiking and bicycling. What he really wants from retirement is a simple 8 to 5 job. \n\n\n\nBio: Greg Kiyoi\, KN6RUQ. Licensed in November 2021\, and now an Amateur Extra Ham. Greg says he still has a lot to learn and needs to find time to do it!  He works in the software industry for a Texas based company. Greg works out of a local office in Santa Clara. He operates the only RMS Gateway in the Livermore-Tri-Valley area. Greg is currently the LARK (Livermore Amateur Radio Club) newsletter editor. He has an alternate QTH in Strawberry\, CA. \n\n\n\nHighlights:\n\n\n\n\nJune 27th – 3:00 PM (about 2 hours) Please check in by 2:45 pm\, thanks!\n\n\n\nLimited to the first 15 people\n\n\n\nPinecrest Academy School: 30433 Old Strawberry Rd.\, Cold Springs\, CA 95335 \n\n\n\nREGISTER NOW AND SAVE YOUR SEAT!\n\n\n\n\nThis is the meeting location: \n\n\n\nPinecrest Academy School is at 30433 Old Strawberry Rd\, Cold Springs\, CA 95335 \n\n\n\nWinlink Image
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SUMMARY:2026 ARRL Ham Radio Field Day in Strawberry!
DESCRIPTION:SAME LOCATION AS LAST YEAR — in Cold Springs\, on old Strawberry Road\, see below. (~20 miles from Sonora\, at 5\,600 ft elevation\, on Hwy 108 (on the left\, heading east)\, ~5 minutes east of Cold Springs\, or west of Pinecrest Lake. \n\n\n\nRich Combs\, KK6RIC\, and Greg Kiyoi\, KN6RUQ\, will teach a WINLINK CLASS so anyone that has a computer with the Winlink app and an appropriate interface between the CPU and their radio can send digital Winlink messages. They’ll start the training at 3 pm and it’ll likely go until around 5 pm. \n\n\n\nSCHEDULE For SATURDAY \n\n\n\n9:00 AM Ham Test Session \n\n\n\n11:00 AM Contest starts \n\n\n\n4:00 PM Pot luck BBQ (bring a side dish or desert.) \n\n\n\nField Day is ham radio’s open house. During the last weekend in every June\, more than 40\,000 hams throughout North America set up temporary transmitting stations in public places to demonstrate ham radio’s science\, skills\, and service to our communities and our nation. It combines public service\, emergency preparedness\, community outreach\, and technical skills all in a single event. Field Day has been an annual event since 1933\, and remains the most popular event in ham radio. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHelp contact as many stations as possible on the 160-\, 80-\, 40-\, 20-\,15-\, and 10-meter HF bands\, as well as all bands 50 MHz and above. Learn to operate off grid\, in abnormal situations\, in less than optimal conditions. \n\n\n\nField Day is open to all amateurs in the areas covered by the ARRL/RAC Field Organizations and countries within IARU Region 2. DX stations residing in other regions may be contacted for credit\, but are not eligible to submit entries. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nField Day is always the fourth full weekend of June\, beginning at 1800 UTC Saturday and running through 2059 UTC Sunday. \n\n\n\n\n\nARRL Field Day Rules\n\n\n\nA downloadable PDF version of the ARRL Field Day Rules is available here. \n\n\n\n1. Eligibility: Field Day is open to all amateurs in the areas covered by theARRL/RAC Field Organizations and countries within IARU Region 2. DX stations residing in other regions may be contacted for credit and may submit entries as check-logs.2. Object: To work as many stations as possible on the 160-\, 80-\, 40-\, 20-\, 15- and 10-meter HF bands\, as well as all bands 50 MHz and above\, and in doing so to learn to operate in abnormal situations in less than optimal conditions. A premium is placed on developing skills to meet the challenges of emergency preparedness as well as to acquaint the general public with the capabilities of amateur radio.3. Date and Time Period: ARRL Field Day 2024 is June 22-23.  Field Day is ALWAYS the fourth full weekend\, beginning at 1800 UTC Saturday and ending at 2059 UTC Sunday. \n\n\n\n     3.1. Class A and B (see below) stations that do not begin setting up until 1800 UTC on Saturday may operate the entire 27-hour Field Day period. \n\n\n\n     3.2. Stations who begin setting up before 1800 UTC Saturday may work only 24 consecutive hours\, commencing when on-the-air operations begin. \n\n\n\n     3.3. No class A or B station may begin its set-up earlier than 0000 UTC on the Friday (Thursday afternoon or evening local time) preceding the Field Day period. Cumulative set-up time shall not exceed a total of 24 hours.  \n\n\n\n4. Entry Categories: Field Day entries are classified according to the maximum number of simultaneously transmitted signals\, followed by a designator indicating the nature of their individual or group participation. The minimum number of transmitters that must be claimed is one (1). Twenty (20) transmitters maximum are eligible for the purpose of calculating bonus points (2\,000 points maximum). However\, additional transmitters which may legitimately be used simultaneously will determine your entry category classification\, but will not earn additional bonus points (i.e. 22 transmitters = 22A). The use of switching systems that allow for lock-outs in order to use multiple transmitters (i.e.\, an “octopus”) in an attempt to enter a lower-number-of-transmitters class are prohibited (i.e. using 2 transmitters that can transmit simultaneously\, with two operators\, and a lock-out system and entering class 1A). The use of simulcasting devices which allow a single operator to key and transmit on more than one transmitter at a time\, is prohibited. Bonus stations\, such as the Get-On-The-Air (GOTA) station and satellite station do not count towards determining the number of transmitters for the class and do not qualify for transmitter bonus points. \n\n\n\n      4.1. (Class A) Club / non-club portable: Club or a non-club group of three or more persons set up specifically for Field Day. Such stations must be located in places that are not regular station locations and must not use facilities installed for permanent station use\, or use any structure installed permanently for Field Day. A single licensee\, or trustee\, for the entry is responsible for the group entry. All equipment (including antennas) must lie within a circle whose diameter does not exceed 300 meters (1\,000 feet). To be listed as Class A\, all contacts must be made with transmitter(s) and receiver(s) operating independent of commercial power mains. Entrants whom for any reason operate a transmitter or receiver from a commercial main for one or more contacts will be listed separately as Class A-Commercial. \n\n\n\n           4.1.1. Get-On-The-Air (GOTA) Station. Any Class A (or F) entry whose transmitter classification is two or more transmitters may also operate one additional station without changing its base entry category\, known as the Get-On-The-Air (GOTA) station. This GOTA station may operate on any Field Day band\, HF or VHF\, but is limited to one GOTA station transmitted signal at any time. \n\n\n\n                4.1.1.1. This station must use a different callsign from the primary Field Day station.  The GOTA station must use the same callsign for the duration of the event regardless if operators change. The GOTA station uses the same exchange as its parent. \n\n\n\n               4.1.1.2. The GOTA station may be operated by any person licensed since the previous year’s Field Day\, regardless of license class. It may also be operated by a generally inactive licensee. Non-licensed persons may participate under the direct supervision of an appropriate control operator. A list of operators and participants must be included on the required summary sheet to ARRL HQ.  \n\n\n\n               4.1.1.3. As per FCC rules\, this station must have a valid control operator present at the control point if operating beyond the license privileges of the participant using the station. \n\n\n\n               4.1.1.4. The maximum transmitter output power for the GOTA station shall be 100 watts.  If the primary Field Day group is claiming the QRP multiplier level of five (5)\, the maximum transmitter output power of the GOTA station may not exceed 5 watts. \n\n\n\n               4.1.1.5. There is no limit to the number of contacts made by the GOTA station. QSOs made by this station may be claimed for credit by its primary field day operation. In addition\, bonus points may be earned by this station under rule 7.3.13. \n\n\n\n               4.1.1.6. The GOTA station may operate on any Field Day band. Only one transmitted signal is allowed from the GOTA station at any time. \n\n\n\n               4.1.1.7. The GOTA station does not affect the additional VHF/UHF station provided for under Field Day Rule 4.1.2. for Class A stations. \n\n\n\n               4.1.1.8. Participants are reminded that non-licensed participants working under the direction of a valid control operator may only communicate with other W/VE stations or with stations in countries with which the US has entered a third-party agreement. \n\n\n\n               4.1.1.9. The GOTA station does not qualify as an additional transmitter when determining the number of transmitters eligible for the 100-point emergency power bonus under Rule 7.3.1. \n\n\n\n          4.1.2. Free VHF Station: All Class A entries may also operate one additional transmitter if it operates exclusively on any band or combination of bands above 50 MHz (VHF/UHF) without changing its basic entry classification. This station does not qualify for a 100-point bonus as an additional transmitter. This station may be operated for the clubs Field Day period and all contacts count for QSO credit. It is operated using the primary callsign and exchange of the main Field Day group and is separate and distinct from the GOTA station. \n\n\n\n     4.2. (Class A – Battery) Club / non-club portable: Club or non-club group of three or more persons set up specifically for Field Day. All contacts must be made using an output power of 5 watts or less and the power source must be something other than commercial power mains or motor-driven generator (e.g.: batteries\, solar cells\, water-driven generator). Other provisions are the same for regular Class A. Class AB is eligible for a GOTA station if GOTA requirements are met; however if a GOTA station is used in this class it must meet the 5 watts or less power requirement of this category. Class A – Battery entries will be listed separately. \n\n\n\n     4.3. (Class B) One or two person portable: A Field Day station set up and operated by no more than two persons. Other provisions are the same for Class A except it is not eligible for a GOTA\, or free VHF station. One and two person Class B entries will be listed separately. \n\n\n\n     4.4. (Class B – Battery) One or two person portable: A Field Day station set up and operated by no more than two persons. All contacts must be made using an output power of 5 watts or less and the power source must be something other than commercial mains or motor-driven generator. Other provisions are the same for Class A except it is not eligible for a GOTA or free VHF station. One and two person Class B – Battery entries will be listed separately. \n\n\n\n     4.5. (Class C) Mobile: Stations in vehicles capable of operating while in motion and normally operated in this manner. This includes maritime and aeronautical mobile. If the Class C station is being powered from a car battery or alternator\, it qualifies for emergency power but does not qualify for the multiplier of 5\, as the alternator/battery system constitutes a motor-driven generating system. \n\n\n\n     4.6. (Class D) Home stations: Stations operating from permanent or licensed station locations using commercial power. Class D stations can count contacts with any other station for QSO credit.     4.7. (Class E) Home stations – Emergency power: Same as Class D\, but using emergency power for transmitters and receivers. Class E may work all Field Day stations. \n\n\n\n     4.8. (Class F) Emergency Operations Centers (EOC): An amateur radio station at an established EOC activated by a club or non-club group. Class F operation must take place at an established EOC site. Stations may utilize equipment and antennas temporarily or permanently installed at the EOC for the event. Entries will be reported according to number of transmitters in simultaneous operation. Class F stations are eligible for a free VHF station. At Class 2F they are also eligible for a GOTA station. \n\n\n\n          4.8.1. For Field Day purposes\, an Emergency Operations Center (EOC) is defined as a facility established by: \n\n\n\n               a) a Federal\, State\, County\, City or other Civil Government\, agency or administrative entity; or \n\n\n\n               b) a Chapter of a national or international served agency (such as American Red Cross or Salvation Army) with which your local group has an established operating arrangement; \n\n\n\n               4.8.1.1. A private company EOC does not qualify for Class F status unless approved by the ARRL Field Day Manager. \n\n\n\n          4.8.2. Planning of a Class F operation must take place in conjunction and cooperation with the staff of the EOC being activated. \n\n\n\n          4.8.3. Other provisions not covered are the same as Class A. \n\n\n\n          4.8.4. A Class F station may claim the emergency power bonus if emergency power is available at the EOC site. \n\n\n\n               4.8.4.1. The emergency power source must be tested during the Field Day period but you are not required to run the Class F operation under emergency power. \n\n\n\n5. Exchange: \n\n\n\n     Stations in ARRL / RAC sections will exchange their Field Day operating Class and ARRL / RAC section. Example: a three transmitter Class A station in Connecticut which also has a GOTA station and the extra VHF station would send “3A CT” on CW or Digital\, or “3 Alpha Connecticut” on Phone.  \n\n\n\n     DX stations send operating class and the term DX (i.e. 2A DX). \n\n\n\n6. Miscellaneous Rules: \n\n\n\n     6.1. A person may not contact for QSO credit any station from which they also participate. \n\n\n\n     6.2. A transmitter/receiver/transceiver used to contact one or more Field Day stations may not subsequently be used under any other callsign to participate in Field Day. Family stations are exempt provided the subsequent callsign used is issued to and used by a different family member. \n\n\n\n     6.3. Field Day contacts are allowed using Phone\, CW and Digital (non-CW) modes. Stations can be worked once per band per mode under this rule. \n\n\n\n     6.4. Each contact must include contemporaneous direct initiation by both operators making a contact. Initiation of a contact may be by either local or remote control. Fully automated contacts are prohibited. \n\n\n\n     6.5. For any of the three event modes (CW\, Phone\, or Digital)\, only one transmitted signal (or data stream) per band is permitted at any time. Multi Streaming (eg. using Fox and Hound Mode; Dxpedition Mode\, or MSHV) is prohibited. \n\n\n\n     6.6. All voice contacts are equivalent. \n\n\n\n     6.7. All non-CW digital contacts are equivalent. \n\n\n\n     6.8. Cross-band contacts are not permitted (Satellite QSOs cross-band contacts are exempted). \n\n\n\n     6.9. The use of more than one transmitter at the same time on a single band-mode is prohibited. Exception: a dedicated GOTA station may operate as prescribed in Rule 4.1. \n\n\n\n     6.10. No repeater contacts are allowed. \n\n\n\n     6.11. Batteries may be charged while in use. Except for Class D stations\, the batteries must be charged from a power source other than commercial power mains. To claim the power multiplier of five\, the batteries must be charged from something other than a motor driven generator or commercial mains. \n\n\n\n     6.12. All stations for a single entry must be operated under one callsign\, except when a dedicated GOTA station is operated as provided under Field Day Rule 4.1.1. it uses a single\, separate callsign. \n\n\n\n7. Scoring: Scores are based on the total number of QSO points times the power multiplier corresponding to the highest power level under which any contact was made during the Field Day period plus the bonus points.An aggregate club score will also be published\, which will be the sum of all individual entries indicating a specific club (similar to the aggregate score totals used in ARRL affiliated club competitions). Participants from any Class can optionally include a single club name with their submitted results following Field Day. For example\, if Podunk Hollow Radio Club members Becky\, W1BXY\, and Hiram\, W1AW\, both participate in 2024 Field Day — Hiram from his Class D home station\, and Becky from her Class C mobile station — both can include the radio club’s name when reporting their individual results. The published results listing will include individual scores for Hiram and Becky\, plus a combined score for all entries identified as Podunk Hollow Radio Club. \n\n\n\n     7.1. QSO Points: \n\n\n\n          7.1.1. Phone contacts count one point each. \n\n\n\n          7.1.2. CW contacts count two points each. \n\n\n\n          7.1.3. Digital contacts count two points each. \n\n\n\n     7.2. Power multipliers: The power multiplier that applies is determined by the highest power output of any of the transmitters used during the Field Day operation. Power output for classes A\, B and C cannot exceed 500 watts Peak Envelope Power (PEP) transmitter output. Power output for classes D\, E and F cannot exceed 100 watts Peak Envelope Power (PEP) transmitter output. \n\n\n\n          7.2.1. If all contacts are made using a power of 5 watts or less and if a power source other than commercial mains or motor-driven generator is used (batteries\, solar cells\, water-driven generator)\, the power multiplier is five (5). \n\n\n\n          7.2.2. If all contacts are made using a power of 5 watts or less\, but the power source is from a commercial main or from a motor-driven generator\, the power multiplier is two (2). If batteries are charged during the Field Day period using commercial mains or a motor-driven generator the power multiplier is two (2). \n\n\n\n          7.2.3. If any or all contacts are made using an output power up to 100 watts or less\, the power multiplier is two (2). \n\n\n\n          7.2.4. If any or all contacts are made using an output power greater than 100 watts\, the power multiplier is one (1). \n\n\n\n          7.2.5. The power multiplier for an entry is determined by the maximum output power used by any transmitter used to complete any contact during the event. (Example: a group has one QRP station running 3 watts and a second station running 500 watts\, the power multiplier of one (1) applies to all contacts made by the entire operation). \n\n\n\n     7.3. Bonus Points: All stations are eligible for certain bonus points\, depending on their entry class. The following bonus points will be added to the score\, after the multiplier is applied\, to determine the final Field Day score. Bonus points will be applied only when the claim is made on the summary sheet and any proof required accompanies the entry or is received via email or normal mail delivery. \n\n\n\n          7.3.1. 100% Emergency Power: 100 points per transmitter classification if all contacts are made only using an emergency power source up to a total of 20 transmitters (maximum 2\,000 points).  GOTA station and free VHF Station for Class A and F entries do not qualify for bonus point credit and should not be included in the club’s transmitter total. All transmitting equipment at the site must operate from a power source completely independent of the commercial power mains to qualify. (Example: a club operating 3 transmitters plus a GOTA station and using 100% emergency power receives 300 bonus points.) Available to Classes A\, B\, C\, E\, and F. \n\n\n\n          7.3.2. Media Publicity: 100 bonus points may be earned for obtaining publicity from the local media. A copy of the actual media publicity received (newspaper article\, social media post\, etc.) must be submitted to claim the points. Any combination of bona fide media hits would qualify for the bonus points. For example\, posting the details of your upcoming or ongoing Field Day activity\, or your Field Day results\, as posted on a news media site (which could include the media site’s Facebook\, Twitter\, or Instagram) would meet the bonus criteria. Available to all Classes. \n\n\n\n          7.3.3. Public Location: 100 bonus points for physically locating the Field Day operation in a public place (i.e. shopping center\, park\, school campus\, etc) and actively welcoming the public. Person(s) shall be available to greet the public and be identified by some sort of name badge. The intent is for amateur radio to not only be on display to the public\, but also to engage any visitors showing up at your location. Available to Classes A\, B and F. \n\n\n\n          7.3.4. Public Information Table: 100 bonus points for a Public Information Table at the Field Day site. The purpose is to make appropriate handouts and information available to the visiting public at the site. Available to Classes A\, B and F. \n\n\n\n          7.3.5. Message Origination to Section Manager: 100 bonus points for origination of a formal message to the ARRL Section Manager or Section Emergency Coordinator by your group from its site. You should include the club name\, number of participants\, Field Day location\, and number of ARES operators involved with your station. The message must be transmitted during the Field Day period and a copy of it must be included in your submission in either standard NTS or ICS-213 format (or have the equivalent content) or no credit will be given. The message must leave or enter the Field Day operation via amateur radio RF. \n\n\n\nThe Section Manager message is separate from the messages handled in Rule 7.3.6. and may not be claimed for bonus points under that rule. Available to all Classes. \n\n\n\n          7.3.6. Message Handling: 10 points for each formal message originated\, relayed or received and delivered during the Field Day period\, up to a maximum of 100 points (ten messages). Copies of each message must be included with the Field Day report. The message to the ARRL SM or SEC under Rule 7.3.5. does not count towards the total of 10 for this bonus. Messages claimed under this bonus must be in either standard NTS or ICS-213 format (or have the equivalent content). All messages claimed for bonus points must leave or enter the Field Day operation via amateur radio RF. Available to all Classes.  \n\n\n\n          7.3.7. Satellite QSO: 100 bonus points for successfully completing at least one QSO via an amateur radio satellite during the Field Day period. “General Rules for All ARRL Contests” (Rule 3.7.2.)\, (the no-repeater QSO stipulation) is waived for satellite QSOs. Groups are allowed one dedicated satellite transmitter station without increasing their entry category. Satellite QSOs also count for regular QSO credit. Show them listed separately on the summary sheet as a separate “band.” You do not receive an additional bonus for contacting different satellites\, though the additional QSOs may be counted for QSO credit unless prohibited under Rule 7.3.7.1. The QSO must be between two Earth stations through a satellite. Available to Classes A\, B\, and F. \n\n\n\n               7.3.7.1 Stations are limited to one (1) completed QSO on any single channel FM satellite. \n\n\n\n          7.3.8. Alternate Power: 100 bonus points for Field Day groups making a minimum of five QSOs without using power from commercial mains or petroleum driven generator. This means an “alternate” energy source of power\, such as solar\, wind\, methane or water. This includes batteries charged by natural means (not dry cells). The natural power transmitter counts as an additional transmitter. If you do not wish to increase your operating category\, you should take one of your other transmitters off the air while the natural power transmitter is in operation. A separate list of natural power QSOs should be submitted with your entry. Available to Classes A\, B\, E\, and F. \n\n\n\n          7.3.9. W1AW Bulletin: 100 bonus points for copying the special Field Day bulletin transmitted by W1AW (or K6KPH) during its operating schedule during the Field Day weekend (listed in this rules announcement). An accurate copy of the message is required to be included in your Field Day submission. (Note: The Field Day bulletin must be copied via amateur radio. It will not be included in Internet bulletins sent out from Headquarters and will not be posted to Internet BBS sites.) Available to all Classes. \n\n\n\n          7.3.10. Educational activity bonus: One (1) 100-point bonus may be claimed if your Field Day operation includes a specific educational-related activity. The activity can be diverse and must be related to amateur radio. It must be some type of formal activity. It can be repeated during the Field Day period but only one bonus is earned. For more information consult the FAQ in the complete Field Day packet. Available to Classes A & F entries and available clubs or groups operating from a club station in class D and E with 3 or more participants. \n\n\n\n          7.3.11. Site Visitation by an elected governmental official: One (1) 100-point bonus may be claimed if your Field Day site is visited by an elected government official as the result of an invitation issued by your group. Available to all Classes. \n\n\n\n          7.3.12. Site Visitation by a representative of an agency: One (1) 100-point bonus may be claimed if your Field Day site is visited by a representative of an agency served by ARES in your local community (American Red Cross\, Salvation Army\, local Emergency Management\, law enforcement\, etc.) as the result of an invitation issued by your group. ARRL officials (SM\, SEC\, DEC\, EC\, etc) do not qualify for this bonus. Available to all Classes. \n\n\n\n          7.3.13. GOTA Bonus (updated for 2024): Class A and F stations operating a GOTA station may earn  the following bonus points: \n\n\n\n               7.3.13.1. Any successfully completed contacts made by an operator at the GOTA station are worth five (5) bonus points\, regardless of mode used. The GOTA bonus points are not multiplied by the power multiplier (this is a clarification of the rules published in 2023.) There is no limit to the number of contacts a single GOTA operator can make. \n\n\n\n               7.3.13.2. If a GOTA station is supervised full-time by a GOTA Coach\, a single 100-point bonus wil be earned. \n\n\n\n                7.3.13.2.1. The GOTA Coach supervises the operator of the station\, doing such things as answering questions and talking them through contacts\, but may not make QSOs or perform logging functions. \n\n\n\n                7.3.13.2.2. To qualify for this bonus\, there must be a designated GOTA Coach present and supervising for at least 10 contacts. \n\n\n\n          7.3.14. Web submission: A 50-point bonus may be claimed by a group submitting their Field Day entry via the https://field-day.arrl.org/fdentry.php webapp. Available to all Classes. \n\n\n\n          7.3.15. Field Day Youth Participation: \n\n\n\n               7.3.15.1. A 20-point bonus (maximum of 100) may be earned by any Class A\, C\, D\, E\, or F group for each participant age 18 or younger at your Field Day operation that completes at least one QSO. \n\n\n\n               7.3.15.2. For a 1-person Class B station\, a 20-point bonus is earned if the operator is age 18 or younger. For a 2-person Class B station\, a 20-point bonus is earned for each operator age 18 or younger (maximum of 40 points.) Keep in mind that Class B is only a 1 or 2 person operation. This bonus does not allow the total number of participants in Class B to exceed 1 or 2. \n\n\n\n          7.3.16 Social Media: 100 points for promoting your Field Day activation to the general public via an active\, recognized and utilized social media platform (Facebook\, Twitter\, Instagram\, etc). This bonus is available to bona fide amateur radio clubs and Field Day groups that welcome visitors to their operation. Individual participants do not qualify for this bonus. Club websites do not qualify for this bonus. Available to all classes. \n\n\n\n          7.3.17 Safety Officer Bonus: A 100-point bonus may be earned by having a person serving as a Safety Officer for those groups setting up Class A stations. This person must verify that all safety concerns on the Safety Check List (found in the ARRL Field Day Packet) have been adequately met. This is an active bonus – simply designating someone as Safety Officer does not automatically earn this bonus. A statement verifying the completion of the Safety Check List must be included in the supporting documentation sent to ARRL HQ in order to claim this bonus. Available to Class A entries only. \n\n\n\n          7.3.18. Field Day Responsibilities Bonus (new for 2024): A 50-point bonus may be earned by having a person ensure that the Field Day site is free of hazards\, and that safety precautions have been taken throughout the entire event\, as well as providing a point of contact to the visiting public or served agency officials. A signed copy of the Field Day Responsibilities Check List must be included in the supporting documentation sent to ARRL HQ in order to claim this bonus. Available to Class B\, C\, D\, E\, or F entries. \n\n\n\n8. Reporting: \n\n\n\n     8.1. Entries may be submitted to the ARRL via: \n\n\n\n          8.1.1. Field Day Web App at https://field-day.arrl.org/fdentry.php or \n\n\n\n          8.1.2. USPS or other delivery service to (tracking highly recommended): Field Day Entries\, 225 Main St\, Newington\, CT 06111. \n\n\n\n     8.2. Entries must be postmarked or submitted by Tuesday July 23\, 2024. Late entries cannot be accepted. \n\n\n\n     8.3. A complete Field Day Web App Submission site entry consists of: \n\n\n\n          8.3.1. An official ARRL summary sheet which is completed via web app at https://field-day.arrl.org/fdentry.php; \n\n\n\n          8.3.2. Supporting information uploaded via web app. Supporting information must include: \n\n\n\n               8.3.2.1. An attached list of stations worked by band/mode during the Field Day period (dupe sheet or an alpha/numeric list sorted by band and mode – a Cabrillo log can be submitted in lieu of a Dupe Sheet/Calls list by band/mode); and \n\n\n\n               8.3.2.2. Proof of all bonus points claimed (copies of visitor logs\, press releases\, NTS messages handled\, photographs\, etc). \n\n\n\n               8.3.2.3 The web app will display a confirmation number and email a confirmation of your Field Day entry to the email address entered via the app. Please be sure to record this confirmation number and/or save the confirmation email. \n\n\n\n     8.4 While the preferred method of submitting entries is via the web app\, entries and/or supporting documentation may alternately be submitted via email to fieldday@arrl.org. A complete non-web-app email submission consists of: \n\n\n\n          8.4.1. An electronic copy of an ARRL summary sheet completely and accurately filled out; \n\n\n\n          8.4.2. An attached list of stations worked by band/mode during the Field Day period (dupe sheet or an alpha/numeric list sorted by band and mode); and \n\n\n\n          8.4.3. Proofs of bonus points claimed (copies of visitor logs\, press releases\, NTS messages handled\, photographs\, etc). \n\n\n\n     8.5. A complete land/postal-mail or delivery non-electronic submission consists of: \n\n\n\n          8.5.1. A complete and accurate ARRL summary sheet; \n\n\n\n          8.5.2. An accompanying list of stations worked by band/mode during the Field Day period (dupe sheet or an alpha/numeric list sorted by band and mode); and \n\n\n\n          8.5.3. Proofs of bonus points claimed (press releases\, NTS messages handled\, photographs\, etc). \n\n\n\n     8.6. Complete station logs are NOT required for submission\, and ARRL does not use the logs. The club should maintain log files for one year in case they are requested by ARRL HQ. However\, a list of stations worked sorted by band and mode (dupe sheet) is required. \n\n\n\n     8.7. Cabrillo format log files are NOT required for Field Day entries\, but they will be accepted in lieu of the dupe sheets (but do not constitute an entry unless the web app or a corresponding summary sheet with complete mailed entry) is also submitted. \n\n\n\n     8.8. Digital images of proof of bonus points are acceptable. \n\n\n\n     8.9. Electronic submissions are considered signed when submitted. \n\n\n\n9. Miscellaneous: \n\n\n\n     9.1. The schedule of bulletin times for W1AW is included in this announcement. While W1AW does not have regular bulletins on weekends\, the Field Day message will be sent according to the schedule included with this announcement. The W1AW bulletins will be transmitted on the regular W1AW frequencies listed in QST. The PSK31 bulletin will be transmitted on the W1AW teleprinter frequencies. The special Field Day bulletin will be transmitted from station K6KPH on the West Coast as included in the bulletin schedule. \n\n\n\n     9.2. Decisions of the ARRL Awards Committee are final in adjudicating Field Day problems. \n\n\n\n     9.3. The complete Field Day information package may be obtained by: \n\n\n\n          9.3.1. Sending a SASE with 5 units of postage to: Field Day Information Package\, ARRL\, 225 Main St.\, Newington\, CT 06111; or \n\n\n\n          9.3.2. By downloading from the Field Day home page at: www.arrl.org/field-day \n\n\n\n     9.4. For more Field Day information/questions contact: fdinfo@arrl.org or phone (860) 594-0232.
URL:https://tcares.net/event/ham-radio-field-day-june-2025/
LOCATION:Pinecrest Academy\, 30433 Old Strawberry Rd\, Cold Springs\, California\, 95335\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Day,Public Demonstration,TCARES,Test,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260620T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260620T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T131518
CREATED:20260212T203503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T203506Z
UID:7490-1781947800-1781951400@tcares.net
SUMMARY:TCARES Monthly Breakfast and Club Meeting
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome\, JOIN US! Come to the back room around or just before 9 AM to order your breakfast…or just a cup of coffee. At 9:30 we will begin our formal agenda.
URL:https://tcares.net/event/tcares-monthly-breakfast-and-club-meeting-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260613T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260613T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T131518
CREATED:20240203T205843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T233724Z
UID:6053-1781344800-1781362800@tcares.net
SUMMARY:2026 Father’s Day Fly-in
DESCRIPTION:2026 Father’s Day Fly-in Public Info Table\n\n\n\nTCARES ham radio club will set up a public information and radio demonstration trailer at the 2025 Father’s Day Fly-in with other vendors and public agencies and organizations. \n\n\n\nWill you volunteer? The information booth will be open for about 6 hours on Saturday\, can you work a 2 or 3 hour shift and help hand out flyers and demo radios? if so\, please email info@tcares.net and indicate when you can help in the booth.
URL:https://tcares.net/event/2025-fathers-day-fly-in/
LOCATION:Columbia Airport California\, 10723 Airport Road\, Columbia\, California\, 95310\, United States
CATEGORIES:ARES,Public Demonstration,Public Service
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260530T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260530T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T131518
CREATED:20240115T233448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T233933Z
UID:6029-1780122600-1780156800@tcares.net
SUMMARY:2026 Groveland Grind Bike Event Radio Support
DESCRIPTION:The Ultimate Gravel/MTB Cycling Adventure Returns to Groveland\, CA!\n\n\n\nThe Groveland Grind is a Yosemite Area Adventure Ride on mixed terrain(pavement\, broken pavement\, dirt and gravel)on Yosemite National Park’s doorstep! Three amazing routes with amazing views to choose from- Ride the 48 miles Long route- The Rumble up to Trumbull(Peak)\, the 30 miles medium route or the 21 miles Short route through the majestic Stanislaus National Forest on historic sections of the original roads and railroads to Yosemite!\n\n\n\n\n\nFirst\, please be on site by 6 am on Saturday (the race starts at 8 am and this gives us time to go over logistics\, get to the sites to set up\, and prepare). We will meet at the parking lot at the intersection of Yosemite Lakes Road and Harden Flat Road (31191 Hardin Flat Rd\, Groveland\, CA 95321). You will receive instructions\, along with equipment for the day (i.e. popup shade structures\, chairs\, tables\, lunches/drinks\, clipboards and forms\, etc.). You will then head out to your assigned site (see map)\, following an experienced TCARES member\, who will guide you to your location. \n\n\n\nSecond\, once on site\, you will set up your station for the day. We will be using the Duckwall VHF TCARES repeater for ham operations. Additionally\, there will be a crossband repeater set up (frequency = 147.510 MHz; PL = 141.3 Hz) to link into Duckwall\, if needed).  \n\n\n\nThird\, your primary responsibility will be to provide communications support for the race. Incidents might include some of the following: crashes\, mechanical failures\, injuries/medical issues\, navigation errors\, encounters with wildlife\, equipment damage\, collisions\, etc. Our job will be to report any incidents to net control\, who will then relay the information to the race directors\, who will take action. Be prepared to follow commands and protocols. We will be provided with an incident report form\, to be completed\, if necessary\, following any incidents. \n\n\n\nFinally\, once all participants have passed by your station\, you will pack up all of your gear (i.e. popups\, tables\, chairs\, etc.) and return to the Start/Finish Line to turn in all of your equipment. Food will be served at 12 noon and awards will be given at 3 pm. You will be free to leave after you have turned in all of your equipment at the Finish Line\, or you can stay for food and awards. T-shirts will be given out at the end of the race for TCARES participants. Please check with the race directors to obtain yours. \n\n\n\nThank you all\, SO MUCH\, for your volunteer efforts – the race directors have expressed their gratitude and appreciation for all of your efforts and we wish you a safe journey home following the race festivities. \n\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, please email me and we’ll go from there. \n\n\n\n73\, jeff\, n6jwt
URL:https://tcares.net/event/groveland-grind-bike-event-radio-support/
LOCATION:Yosemite Lakes RV Resort\, 31191 Hardin Flat Rd\, Groveland\, California\, 95321
CATEGORIES:Public Demonstration,Public Service,TCARES
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260516T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260516T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T131518
CREATED:20260212T201038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T203330Z
UID:7480-1778927400-1778932800@tcares.net
SUMMARY:TCARES Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:There will be a TCARES Board Meeting following the monthly club breakfast meeting. Feel free to attend!
URL:https://tcares.net/event/tcares-board-meeting-5/
LOCATION:My Garden Cafe\, 14270 Mono Way\, Sonora\, California\, 95370\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260516T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260516T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T131518
CREATED:20260212T203220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T203223Z
UID:7488-1778923800-1778927400@tcares.net
SUMMARY:TCARES Monthly Breakfast and Club Meeting
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome\, JOIN US! Come to the back room around or just before 9 AM to order your breakfast…or just a cup of coffee. At 9:30 we will begin our formal agenda.
URL:https://tcares.net/event/tcares-monthly-breakfast-and-club-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260514T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260514T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T131518
CREATED:20240329T200803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T030207Z
UID:6166-1778754600-1778758200@tcares.net
SUMMARY:2026 County OES Emergency Siren Test MAY 14 11:00 AM
DESCRIPTION:Tuolumne County OES and Sheriff will be testing 5 Sirens in the following locations: Groveland\, Tuolumne City\, Twain Harte\, Cold Springs and Strawberry.  The County has asked TCARES if we can monitor the locations and report what was heard in a live Net that day. \n\n\n\nWHEN: Thursday MAY 14 11:00 AM \n\n\n\nSchedule: \n\n\n\n\n10:30 Net Opens (All Repeaters)\n\n\n\n10:45 Checkin from your assigned location\n\n\n\n11:00 Siren alarms\n\n\n\n11:05 Checkin and report what you heard\n\n\n\n11:30 Net closes.\n\n\n\n\nWHERE: Groveland\, Tuolumne City\, Twain Harte\, Cold Springs and Strawberry (We need some Hams to drive up to Cold Springs and Strawberry and listen and call into the repeaters.) \n\n\n\nIf you are a licensed Ham or GMRS user\, please email info@tcares.net to indicate your interest and if you will stay at home or can be mobile to drive to Cold Springs or Strawberry or Tuolumne City. \n\n\n\nMOBILE ASSIGNMENTS\n\n\n\n\nTUOLUMNE 1: Elementary School\n\n\n\nTUOLUMNE 2: Casino\n\n\n\nCOLD SPRINGS 1: End of Shasta Dr.\n\n\n\nCOLD SPRINGS 2: Mia’s Restaurant\n\n\n\nSTRAWBERRY 1: Ranger Station\n\n\n\nSTRAWBERRY 2: Near or past Lakeshore dr roundabout (Pinecrest Lake)\n\n\n\n\nhttps://arcg.is/1HfKCi1
URL:https://tcares.net/event/county-oes-emergency-siren-test/
CATEGORIES:ARES,Public Service,TCARES,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T131518
CREATED:20260402T040405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T040454Z
UID:7631-1776504600-1776508200@tcares.net
SUMMARY:OPTIONAL: TCARES Monthly Breakfast Meeting in April
DESCRIPTION:This month the Old Mill Run conflicts with our club meeting. Since many TCARES members will be helping with the annual run\, the breakfast meeting will be OPTIONAL\, with no formal agenda. Come socialize and hang out with other hams and enjoy some rag-chewing over breakfast. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nMy Garden Cafe in east Sonora.\n\n\n\nTCARES Club Meeting.
URL:https://tcares.net/event/optional-tcares-monthly-breakfast-meeting-in-april/
CATEGORIES:TCARES
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T131518
CREATED:20240215T032156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T190519Z
UID:6079-1776497400-1776506400@tcares.net
SUMMARY:2026 Old Mill Run Radio Support
DESCRIPTION:Find the TCARES COM Trailer in the middle of Columbia state park to check in and get a vest and your assignment.
URL:https://tcares.net/event/old-mill-run-radio-support-2026/
LOCATION:Columbia State Park Gazebo\, 38.035564\, -120.400870
CATEGORIES:Public Demonstration,Public Service,TCARES
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260404T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260404T220000
DTSTAMP:20260405T131518
CREATED:20260213T001416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T001419Z
UID:7509-1775322000-1775340000@tcares.net
SUMMARY:ARRL Year of the Club WAS-250 (Worked All States) Contest!
DESCRIPTION:TCARES club members can operate K6TUO anytime during the year to give other Hams an ARRL-club affiliate contact from California. George\, N6GEO\, will be setting up a calendar where folks can schedule a time to get on and offer the K6TUO WAS-250 credit. He will also be accepting your logs for submission to LOTW (Logbook of the World). \n\n\n\nContact George at: n6geo@att.net for more information.
URL:https://tcares.net/event/arrl-year-of-the-club-was-250-worked-all-states-contest/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260328T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260328T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T131518
CREATED:20260107T025131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T155010Z
UID:7322-1774684800-1774717200@tcares.net
SUMMARY:Free General Class Ham Cram followed by Free Exam for all License Levels
DESCRIPTION:Free test session (3-5 pm) for the ARRL General License. This is in conjunction with a General Class License Ham Cram that will begin at 08:00 am. The Ham Cram is free but please email af6hl@arrl.net if you plan to attend the Ham Cram so we can have enough copies of the handouts available. Exams will be administered for all license levels. Sign up on the link below.
URL:https://tcares.net/event/hamstudy-technician-ham-cram/
LOCATION:The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints\, 1111 East A Street\, Oakdale\, California\, 95361\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260321T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260321T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T131518
CREATED:20260212T200604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T200609Z
UID:7476-1774089000-1774094400@tcares.net
SUMMARY:TCARES Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:There will be a TCARES Board Meeting following the monthly club breakfast meeting. Feel free to attend!
URL:https://tcares.net/event/tcares-board-meeting-4/
LOCATION:My Garden Cafe\, 14270 Mono Way\, Sonora\, California\, 95370\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260321T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260321T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T131518
CREATED:20251221T193738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T041502Z
UID:7262-1774085400-1774089000@tcares.net
SUMMARY:TCARES Monthly Breakfast & Club Meeting + RAFFLE!!
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome\, JOIN US! This month we will be raffling a NanoVNA (worth ~$50; $5 minimum bids)! Come to the back room around or just before 9 AM to order your breakfast…or just a cup of coffee. At 9:30 we will begin our formal agenda. \n\n\n\nNote: There will be a TCARES Board meeting following the club’s breakfast meeting.
URL:https://tcares.net/event/tcares-general-membership-monthly-breakfast-and-club-meeting-3/
CATEGORIES:Social,TCARES
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260315T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260315T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T131518
CREATED:20240215T031414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T031251Z
UID:6074-1773558000-1773572400@tcares.net
SUMMARY:JAMESTOWN RUN Radio Support - March 15th
DESCRIPTION:This year’s Jamestown run is on a SUNDAY morning. All radio volunteers will meet at the Jamestown CHP Office at 7:00 am for briefing. The address is given below\, with a map. \n\n\n\nGrayson Rehn will be the net control operator for race communications (he’s done this multiple times and is a great asset to our club!). Grayson will run the briefing meeting\, and anwer any questions volunteers may have. Ham and GMRS radio operators will be assigned to stations along the run route and be given instructions on protocols & procedures. If you haven’t done this before\, it’s pretty straightforward. \n\n\n\nAlso\, you can check into one\, or more\, of our weekly nets to let us know if you can help provide radio support\, or contact Grayson\, KE6KYI\, at: \n\n\n\npapabird.KE6KYI@gmail.com \n\n\n\nand he will give you details and sign you up for a spot on the roster. \n\n\n\nThanks\, so much\, to all volunteers for this event! The race coordinators REALLY appreciate our help and support for our community events like this one.
URL:https://tcares.net/event/jamestown-run-radio-support-2025/
LOCATION:Jamestown CHP\, 18437 5th Ave\, Jamestown\, CA\, 95327\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Service,TCARES
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260307T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260307T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T131518
CREATED:20250422T031919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T035853Z
UID:6752-1772874000-1772881200@tcares.net
SUMMARY:Introduction to Radio Class: Pine Mountain Lake
DESCRIPTION:THIS IS A FREE CLASS\, Limited to the first 25 people. REGISTER BELOW. \n\n\n\nLearn basic radio communications skills with a focus on the General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS)\, Family Radio Service and Ham Radio (GMRS/FRS/HAM). A NO TEST LICENSE is required to transmit on the GMRS frequencies. However\, you can transmit without a license on the FRS frequencies that are used by some of our GMRS groups within Tuolumne County. Explore and learn all the details at this class. \n\n\n\nHands on skills training will get you up and transmitting right away\, with instructions on emergency communication. \n\n\n\nSTAY INFORMED when cellphones are down and power outages occur. \n\n\n\nRADIO CLASS AGENDA\n\n\n\n\nTypes of Radio Services\n\n\n\nPro and Cons of FRS/GMRS/HAM\n\n\n\nRadio Etiquette \n\n\n\nHow to talk on the Radio\n\n\n\nHow to listen to public safety channels (Fire/Sheriff/AirTankers\, etc)\n\n\n\nWhat is a Repeater?\n\n\n\nHow to join a Network\n\n\n\nCommon Radio Features\n\n\n\nUse Radio as a Scanner\n\n\n\nPractice Net Roster with Radio\n\n\n\n\nOPTIONAL: Tuolumne County has five GMRS repeaters on hill tops that allow wide communications across the county and the valley. A GMRS license is required for repeater usage. Apply for your GMRS license today. One GMRS license will cover your entire extended family\, even if they don’t live in the same home. There is NO TEST\, only a FCC $35. application fee. Follow these step by step instructions to get your NO TEST GMRS License. FCC processing time usually takes one to three days and has a $35.00 fee. START NOW. \n\n\n\nYou do not need to own a radio to attend this class\, reserve a seat with a free ticket and learn the basic skills of radio communication. There is no fee for the skills training. \n\n\n\n\nMARCH 7th – 9:00 AM (about 2 hours) Please check in by 8:45\, thanks!\n\n\n\nLimited to the first 25 people\n\n\n\nLake Lodge: 20270 Pine Mountain Drive\, Groveland\, CA 95321\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER NOW AND SAVE YOUR SEAT!\n\n\n\n	Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.\n\n\n    \n\n\n        \n        \n        \n\n\n\nThis is the meeting location: \n\n\n\nPML Lake Lodge is at 20270 Pine Mountain Drive\, Groveland\, CA 95321
URL:https://tcares.net/event/beginner-radio-class/
LOCATION:Pine Mountain Lake Lodge\, 20270 Pine Mountain Drive\, Groveland\, California\, 95321\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Demonstration,TCARES,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260228T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260228T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T131518
CREATED:20260107T031140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T052018Z
UID:7328-1772269200-1772280000@tcares.net
SUMMARY:Ham/Amateur Radio ARRL License Exam
DESCRIPTION:This is an exam session to obtain your FCC Ham/Amateur radio license. Exams for all levels of license (Technician\, General\, and Extra) are available. Please have the following: 1) your FCC Registration Number (FRN); 2) a $15 exam fee; and 3) a photo ID when you come. Pre-registration is preferred (through the website below) but walk-ins are welcome. \n\n\n\nGo to HamStudy.org to pre-register to take a test. \n\n\n\n=================================================================== \n\n\n\nVE teams must be accredited by the ARRL VEC and are encouraged to undergo training for remote\, video-supervised\, sessions. \n\n\n\nNote: The ARRL VEC is shifting to a fully digital\, 2026-focused program for amateur radio exams\, heavily relying on ExamTools for both remote and in-person testing. Key requirements include using ExamTools for VE registration\, on-screen testing/grading\, and electronic submission of forms\, alongside strict\, Zoom-based video supervision protocols. \n\n\n\nNew ARRL Digital Exam & VE Requirements: \n\n\n\n\nSystem Requirement: ExamTools software is mandatory for all digital and remote sessions\, replacing paper-based\, field-stocked testing.\n\n\n\nTechnical Setup: Candidates need a computer with a webcam/microphone and a smartphone to act as a second\, rear-view camera.\n\n\n\nRoom Requirements: A private room\, no other people or pets allowed\, with a\, 360-degree camera sweep of the area required before the exam.\n\n\n\nProhibited Items: No headphones\, earbuds\, smartwatches\, external monitors\, or secondary\, keyboards/mice.\n\n\n\nProcess: Three accredited VEs must observe the candidate via video throughout the session.\n\n\n\nDocumentation: All applicants must have an FCC Registration Number (FRN) and a valid email address.\n\n\n\nFuture Shift: The ARRL VEC is moving to full digital\, with new Technician question pools taking effect on July 1\, 2026.
URL:https://tcares.net/event/ham-amateur-radio-arrl-license-exam/
LOCATION:The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints\, 19481 Hillsdale Drive\, Sonora\, California\, 95370\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="TCARES":MAILTO:af6hl@arrl.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260221T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260221T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T131518
CREATED:20251221T193508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T233355Z
UID:7257-1771666200-1771669800@tcares.net
SUMMARY:TCARES Monthly Breakfast and Club Meeting
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome\, JOIN US! Come to the back room around or just before 9 AM to order your breakfast…or just a cup of coffee. At 9:30 we will begin our formal agenda.
URL:https://tcares.net/event/tcares-general-membership-monthly-breakfast-and-club-meeting-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260131T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260131T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T131518
CREATED:20251220T065941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T041414Z
UID:7255-1769850000-1769855400@tcares.net
SUMMARY:TCARES Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:TCARES Board Meeting from 9-11:00 am. Location: Papa’s New Roost Restaurant (in the back room)\, 20049 Highway 108\, Sonora\, CA 95370. The new 2026 Board will begin serving their terms at this meeting. New 2026 incoming officers include: 1) President: Jeff Tolhurst\, N6JWT; 2) Secretary: Ginger Rohlen\, KM6RFT; and 3) Director C: George Overturff: N6GEO. A Vice President\, and Director B\, will need to be appointed by the Board. Paul Bailey\, KN6CWT\, is our current Treasurer\, and Craig Petersen\, KM6NCU\, is Director A. If anyone has agenda items\, please email them to the TCARES Board at: info@tcares.net. Thanks\, and 73!
URL:https://tcares.net/event/tcares-board-meeting-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260124T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T131519
CREATED:20251109T040904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T051421Z
UID:7201-1769248800-1769266800@tcares.net
SUMMARY:Winter Field Day
DESCRIPTION:January 2025 TCARES Winter Field Day at Columbia State Historic Park\n\n\n\nJoin us for winter field day at Columbia State Park School house and bring a portable rig to get on the air\, we will take a head count around 11am  and buy pizza for all in attendance for lunch. \n\n\n\nmore details to come …. \n\n\n\nWinter Field Day is an exciting annual event for amateur radio enthusiasts\, taking place on the last full weekend of January. It offers a unique opportunity for radio operators to set up field operations in remote locations\, enabling them to connect with other participants worldwide. You may choose to participate solo or get your your friends\, family\, or whole club involved. Winter Field Day is organized by the Winter Field Day Association. The association strongly believes that ham radio operators should practice portable emergency communications in winter environments. This is because freezing temperatures\, snow\, ice\, and other hazards pose unique operational concerns.The Winter Field Day event aims to help participants improve their preparedness for disasters and enhance their operational abilities in adverse conditions. Amateur radio operators have the freedom to use frequencies on the HF\, VHF\, or UHF bands while employing voice\, CW\, and digital transmissions. The event designates specific objectives to encourage a diverse range of activities\, including the use of non-commercial power sources\, the deployment of multiple antennas\, establishing satellite contacts\, and more. Click here to read more about the history and purpose of winter field day. \n\n\n\nHere are the GPS coordinates –> Lat: 38.037928°; Long: -120.398096°. Additionally\, the address listed below can be used to get directions in Google Maps.
URL:https://tcares.net/event/winter-field-day-2/
LOCATION:Columbia State Park Historic School House\, 22890 School House St\, Columbia\, California\, 95310
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260124T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T131519
CREATED:20251211T042712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251221T195831Z
UID:7245-1768737600-1769256000@tcares.net
SUMMARY:Quartzfest 2026!
DESCRIPTION:QuartzFest is a week-long ham radio\, camping\, learning and living event. \n\n\n\nQuartzFest is an ARRL Specialty Convention held in January near Quartzsite\, Arizona. No other hamfest in the world brings together in one gathering so much innovation in mobile antenna systems\, mobile ham shacks\, recreational vehicles\, portable and mobile EMCOMM systems\, off-the-grid living\, alternative energy and radio education.
URL:https://tcares.net/event/quartzfest/
LOCATION:https://youtu.be/QZuD9alC0oM\, Quartzite\, Arizona
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260117T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260117T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T131519
CREATED:20251202T034640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T042628Z
UID:7215-1768642200-1768645800@tcares.net
SUMMARY:TCARES Monthly Breakfast and Club Meeting
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome\, JOIN US! Come to the back room around or just before 9 AM to order your breakfast…or just a cup of coffee. At 9:30 we will begin our formal agenda.
URL:https://tcares.net/event/tcares-general-membership-monthly-breakfast-and-club-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251213T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251214T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T131519
CREATED:20251211T043246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T043248Z
UID:7249-1765627200-1765713600@tcares.net
SUMMARY:ARRL 10 Meter Contest
DESCRIPTION:Objective: For Amateurs worldwide to exchange QSO information with as many stations as possible on the 10 meter band. \n\n\n\nDates: \n\n\n\nSecond full weekend of December. Starts 0000 UTC Saturday; runs through 2359 UTC Sunday (December 13-14\, 2025). \n\n\n\nClick Here for the Complete ARRL 10-Meter Contest Rules (PDF) \n\n\n\nFor contest information contact contests@arrl.org or (860) 594-0232.
URL:https://tcares.net/event/arrl-10-meter-contest/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251213T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251213T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T131519
CREATED:20251202T051619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T051621Z
UID:7236-1765612800-1765645200@tcares.net
SUMMARY:Ham Cram in Oakdale
DESCRIPTION:This exam is in conjunction with a Tech Ham Cram Study Session that begins at 08:00. If you wish to attend the study session as well please send email to Herb at: af6hl@arrl.net. There is no cost for either the study session or the exam. If you want to take the test only\, that starts at 3 pm. See the website link below for more information.
URL:https://tcares.net/event/ham-cram-in-oakdale/
LOCATION:Ham Cram Test Site\, 1111 East A Street\, Oakdale\, California\, 95361\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251206T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251206T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T131519
CREATED:20250325T031728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T035845Z
UID:5210-1765018800-1765033200@tcares.net
SUMMARY:TCARES Christmas Party
DESCRIPTION:This is our biggest event of the year\, all are welcome to join us\, please come and enjoy the fun and fellowship. \n\n\n\nNEW LOCATION https://maps.app.goo.gl/SoEGxkDLAmFXZakZ8 \n\n\n\nRambling Hills Estates Club House\, 23732 Parrotts Ferry Rd.\, Columbia\, 93310\, is the perfect venue for the party. It is a large spacious event center with great parking right in front. Enter the estates and bear slightly right and follow the signs to Club house and Pool. (and below the snow and ice!) \n\n\n\n\nIf you are able\, please bring a side dish for 6-10 people (hot or cold\, or crockpot).\n\n\n\nThe Club will supply the Turkey and Ham.\n\n\n\nThere will be a sing-a-long time with Christmas carols.\n\n\n\nThere will be a raffle (OUR MAIN FUNDRAISER)\n\nTickets will be sold at the event\n\n\n\nPlease bring gear to donate for the raffle.\n\n\n\nYou may bring any ham related gear\n\n\n\nor electronic related gear\, or anything else that might be attractive.\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets for the raffle will be sold at the event.\n\n\n\nElves may arrive around 10 AM to help set up the room.
URL:https://tcares.net/event/tcares-christmas-party/
LOCATION:Rambling Hills Estates\, 23732 Parrotts Ferry Rd\, Columbia\, California\, 95310\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251205T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251205T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T131519
CREATED:20251202T050150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T050515Z
UID:7234-1764955800-1764968400@tcares.net
SUMMARY:Twain Harte Winter Wonderland Parade
DESCRIPTION:Ron Trout\, KK6QPP\, is holding a radio communications plan training session for volunteers for the Twain Harte Christmas parade. The radio comms training is the night before\, at 5 pm. Contact Ron at: westcoastlands.sbcglobal.net for more information on how to volunteer your support and radio expertise. Merry Christmas!
URL:https://tcares.net/event/twain-harte-winter-wonderland-parade/
ORGANIZER;CN="Ron Trout%2C KK6QPP":MAILTO:westcoastlands@sbcglobal.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251204T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251204T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T131519
CREATED:20251202T043120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T045258Z
UID:7219-1764867600-1764871200@tcares.net
SUMMARY:Radio Training for the Twain Harte Christmas Parade
DESCRIPTION:Ron Trout\, KK6QPP\, is developing a radio communication plan for Friday’s parade\, and instructing a short (1 hour) training class on the plan\, integrating Amateur\, GMRS\, and FRS radio services for the event. The training session will take place at the Twain Harte School on Thursday\, December 4th\, at 5 pm\, in the teachers room (right above Twain Harte Lumber) the evening before the parade (on Friday the 5th). Radio coordination\, frequency planning\, team member assignments\, etc. will be covered. \n\n\n\nThere will be 12 radios rented from Columbia Communications\, the school will be using their 15 or so radios\, and the Sheriff’s Community Services Unit will have radios as well. Radio volunteers will be stationed throughout the staging and parade route\, and all along the roadways for radio communications.  \n\n\n\nContact Ron for more information at: westcoastlands@sbcglobal.net.
URL:https://tcares.net/event/radio-training-for-the-twain-harte-christmas-parade/
LOCATION:Twain Harte School\, 18815 Manzanita Dr\, Twain Harte\, California\, 95383
ORGANIZER;CN="Ron Trout%2C KK6QPP":MAILTO:westcoastlands@sbcglobal.net
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