We are looking at a few things to keep you all informed and engaged. The CW nets are proving popular & DX net is takjng off too. There is a new message and file sharing group at CRAhub on groups.io which is becoming popular and we are looking at holding virtual meetings on Skype. Please message a committee member for details of Skype if you are unsure and how to join the group meetings.
************************ NEWS UPDATES. ....................... The next Skype CRA/HARIG meeting on September 17th at 7.30pm which will be “Introduction to JS8” - Presented by Liz G0MDL, Graeme, 2E0FIO, Richard, 2E0TNO ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::;:; Bookings for the new online tests have exceeded all expectations. There is now no need for an assessment of skills for those sitting the 2E0 exam. Could this be your moment to move up to the next level? Virtual club Skype meeting. was a good turnout foloowing a good turnout (23) for Jonathan's talk about the other boxes in his shack. Thanks again Jonathan. ==================== ====================== ========================= FCC News The national agency approved the remote testing of candidates following the successful roll out by the RSGB. /////////////////////////////// SKYPE UPDATE Following a successful meeting with Skype, future meetings can now be planned. Our thanks to Jonathan for setting up the Skype call and hosting . IMPORTANT INFORMATION for future DX nets we will also be using 145.350 + or - as a net information frequency. The reasoning behind this is as follows below. On 20 metres and possibly other frequencies that will be used, it will often be probable that participating stations will not be able to hear net control, but could well hear the DX station. If this were to be the case then that particular station could be advised on 145.350 when it is his or her turn. INFO 26/3/20 As from Monday March 30th, there will be two new weekly nets, both on 145.350. Monday at 14:00 Friday at 10:00, both will carry on as long as people stay on but 16:00 on Monday and 12:00 on Friday would be the cut off time. ****************** The Thursday 80m net will now run every week until further notice. :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: CRA HUB GROUP Many people are either cautious or suspicious of social media and therefore avoid it at all costs. The disadvantage of that is the exclusion of information that should, and could be easily accessible to all. To that end Garry & Mark have set up a groups.io, club members only, group where members can post topics and messages that can be seen by members only. Please click on this link to gain access to the group wher the CW message and link to the CW advice download is available. 73 Garry M0MGP & Mark M0LTG Good to see members signing up to the .io hub, welcome to you all. | 
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| Past meeeting Programmes | Check our Newsletter section for details of past meetings |
| Date | Event |
| January 16 2020 | Hank Garretson W6SX dB for free. By Skype |
| 13 February 2020 | Logging Past & present - Garry M0MGP |
| 19 March CANCELLED | Direction Finding Roy G4JAC |
| 23 April CANCELLED | Inter Club Quiz at CRA |
27 May Via Skype | RSGB Beyond Exams With Q & A David De La Haye. |
18 June 2020 Via SKYPE | Direction Finding by G4JAC |
| July 2020 T B A | Jonathan GoDVJ Other boxes in my shack |
August 20th 2020 | Round Robin What I did in lockdown |
| September 17th 2020 | INTRODUCTION TO JS8 Liz G0MDL, Graeme, 2E0FIO, Richard, 2E0TNO. |
| October 2020 | Annual General Meeting update. |
| November 2020 | TBA |
| December 2020 | Christmas Party Bring a plate |
CW FACE TO FACE SESSIONS.
Current CRA Training Course Dates: |
NB: | * Intermediate and Advanced courses are available to CRA members only |
For more information, or to register your interest in attending a future course please contact the Treasurer
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CURRENT
STOP PRESS
All meetings and events CANCELLED due to COVID 19 until further notice
FUTURE
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J O I N U S
During the year we hold regular club meets with various topics being covered on the third Thursday of each month. We have a Field Day in July (ask committee member for details) an evening at The Observatory in August, an Inter Club Quiz with HARIG & 2 Special Event Stations at The Naze, Walton.
Did I mention we do TRAINING too!
WANT MORE DETAILS
CONTACT VIC M0VLL
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CLUB CONTESTS
Please contact Garry, Mark or Herbie if you need any help setting up logging or would just like to have a go but not sure how.
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COLCHESTER RADIO AMATEURS
AWARD LAUNCH
Herbie G6XOU receives 10,000 grid confirmed award.
Keith G6NHU receives 2 awards.
We are pleased to announce that CRA is now offering THREE awards, Postal Counties,
Grid & DXCC Countries awards.
Each award is available in worked, verified or heard (for swl's) and in various modes.
The awards will be managed by Herbie G6XOU and Garry M0MGP, an example below.
Criteria & Claim Form HERE.
THESE ARE OPEN TO ANYONE NOT JUST CRA CLUB MEMBERS
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NEWSLETTER
Mark is looking for articles and news items so if you're a builder, techie or just have something of interest why not drop him a mail here.
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Fancy a go at a DF hunt?
Follow this link to get to the Forjac site for more info.
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PAST EVENTS
Wakes Colne Observatory Click here
HARIG Quiz Click here
RSGB 144MHz May contest results
June meeting - "Bite Size Radio Topics"
JULY - CRA Field Radio Weekend
19th/20th AUGUST 2017 Naze Tower Activation weekend
20 August MULTI-DF SUNDAY. Details here
Special Event