Re: [IRCA] CQ Communications & The idea of merging NRC/IRCA

[Mike Sanburn <mikesanburn@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

The joint convention in 2013 (which I supported by the way) was somewhat experimental for IRCA. It was not intended to mean that all conventions from that point on would be dual or triple. It is not out of the question that we might team up again in the future, however, each convention and the way it is structured is entirely up to the person(s) who bid for it and what they are willing handle. The logistics for having a extra large convention can be staggering (as can be the price). IRCA for instance likes to have radio station tours during their annual convention, but it seems that NRC conventions have strayed away from that concept. 2014 will be our 50th anniversary and the idea is to have our own unique IRCA convention this year.  ms

> From: jnsampson@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
> Date: Thu, 13 Mar 2014 12:51:08 -0500
> To: les@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx; irca@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
> Subject: Re: [IRCA] CQ Communications & The idea of merging NRC/IRCA
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> I was a very active DXer when the NRC/IRCA split occurred, knew quite a few of the people on both sides quite well and, in general, (50 years is a long time ago) remember the reasons for the split.  The split, itself, was extremely acrimonious and has caused many hard feelings on both sides for many years.  I suspect there's still a very strong difference of opinion about the Club's structures that would inhibit any thought of a merge.  As a side note, the joint convention in Minneapolis last year was a start for reconciliation.  The joint convention idea was met with positive feelings from attendees from both clubs and hope was expressed that such joint conventions would continue.  Evidently, for some reason, the joint convention concept fell by the wayside this year, which is too bad and which doesn't auger well.  It will be interesting to see what happens but I'm not holding my breath. - John
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> On Mar 13, 2014, at 12:14 PM, Les Rayburn wrote:
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> > Discussions over the past few days regarding the demise of print media in niche hobby markets, along with decisions to go "all digital" by organizations like the WTFDA, have also
> > rekindled interest in the idea that it is long past time for the National Radio Club and the International Radio Club of America to merge.
> > 
> > Whatever happened in 1961 (a year before I was born) is ancient history--and I suspect has little or no bearing on how the organizations function today. With a shrinking pool of hobbyists, it only makes sense for the two clubs to strongly consider pooling their resources.
> > 
> > For years, I served as the CPC Chairman for both clubs. During my tenure, representing both clubs was never an issue. Many of us have been members in both clubs for a long time, and I don't really detect any differences in how they approach the role.
> > 
> > My personal request to the BoD of both clubs would be to explore and strongly consider the advantages of merging into a single club. Pooling resources, and better position our hobby for long-term survival.
> > 
> > 
> > -- 
> > 73,
> > 
> > 
> > Les Rayburn, N1LF
> > Maylene, AL
> > EM63
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> > Former CPC Chairman for NRC/IRCA
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