Re: [IRCA] NEWS FROM THE CONVENTION UPDATE-DAY TWO

[Mike Sanburn <mikesanburn@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

I'm happy that things are going well at the convention. 'Wish I could have afforded to have been there this year.  Mega congratulations to Lee Freshwater and Kraig Krist for winning this years awards!!! Well deserved. Have a fine Saturday. 73 Mike Sanburn

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> Date: Sat, 3 Aug 2013 07:29:49 -0500
> Subject: [IRCA] NEWS FROM THE CONVENTION UPDATE-DAY TWO
> 
> Bleary-eyed folks bravely made it to our early start yesterday, to take part 
> in "formal" sessions on THE DX FISHBARREL, CHASING SUNSET SKIP, TAMING THE 
> SHORT VERTICAL, DON MOMAN'S ANTENNA FARM, THE FSL ANTENNA, ADVANCEMENTS IN 
> MW ANTENNAS AND A CR-1 RECEIVER REVIEW.  Our presenters were awesome, 
> well-prepared, energetic and eager to share.  A number of us participated in 
> the lunch session presented by the IEEE, on the use of meta-materials in 
> advancing antenna performance.  THANK YOU CHRIS FULLER!!!
> 
> I'm not alone in declaring that I learned a LOT through the day.
> 
> The afternoon highlight for most was the tour of the Pavek Museum of 
> Broadcasting.  We "clap" our electronic hands in appreciation of the 
> hospitality and the tours of the Museum led by Steve Raymer, Danny Henry and 
> Courtney Bakken.
> 
> The evening sessions at the Broadcasting Museum followed business meetings 
> of the clubs.  As expected, each club has a somewhat different situation 
> regarding membership size and activity level.  Good, constructive input was 
> provided.  Ideas on improving Accessibility of club information were offered 
> by several Blind members.  Many favorable comments on the DX Audio Service 
> and several suggestions on service will be transmitted to Fred Vobbe.
> 
> The evening was highlighted by a spirited discussion on the future of the 
> the DX Clubs led by Skip Dabelstein.  Some clear thought was offered as to 
> how we might reinforce the services our clubs provide their membership.
> 
> The NRC members present at its business meeting unanimously approved a 
> Resolution to be transmitted to the IRCA, expressing NRC's interest in 
> joining IRCA for its Anniversary Convention in Billings 2014.
> 
> IRCA presented its recognition awards to Lee Freshwater and Kraig Krist. 
> Nick Hall-Patch is asked to provide further detail on these awards for the 
> enlightenment of non-IRCA members.
> 
> Genial warhorse John Callarman reflected on his years in the hobby and 
> announced that he was donating to the NRC his new, unused Perseus SDR, to be 
> sold in a club-wide auction.  THANK YOU JOHN!!!
> 
> Judos to all who attended...and our admiration for the energy (and stamina) 
> of those who 'survived' a long and thoroughly enjoyable day.
> 
> We also tip our hat in the direction of those fine folks who provided 
> car-pooling to and from the Museum.
> 
> If we haven't worn everyone out, we begin another day at 9 AM this morning. 
> A report on "Saturday at the Convention" will follow.
> 
> 
> Regards,
> 
> Mark Durenberger
> 
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