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PCARS Monthly Meeting 4/13/26 @7:00pm
Please accept my invitation to attend the PCARS April Meeting! I hope you will come out and spend the evening with us – it’s always better live and in person! The meeting starts at 7:00PM SHARP – (so get there early) at the Kent American Legion Post 496 located at 1945 Mogadore Rd. Kent, OH 44240.. Better yet, get there early so you can purchase your 50/50 tickets and rag-chew with the other PCARS members before the meeting!
Our Featured Speaker will be Grace Papay – K8LG who will be presenting on Amateur Radio Satellite operations. Grace is a young lady with lots of Ham Radio experience, especially in the area of Satellite operations. If you know of any young hams, or young folks in general, this would be a good opportunity to introduce them to some of the fun that’s available to them as an Amateur Radio Operator!
If you are unable to join us in person, PCARS K8BF, is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: PCARS Monthly Meeting
Time: April 13, 2026 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/92374189603?pwd=q3UnrZHSMqpP4HuZm0FasTWM5D2cBS.1
Meeting ID: 923 7418 9603
Passcode: JWv68C
We hope to see you there!
73,
Tom WB8LCD – PCARS VP
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PCARS Board Meeting TONIGHT 4/6/26 @7:00pm
PCARS K8BF is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: PCARS Board Meeting
Time: April 6, 2026 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Every month on the First Mon, until Dec 7, 2026, 10 occurrence(s)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/96164245566?pwd=ZmqbbGoSM8w8G4HA920a19yr1rN4eT.1
Meeting ID: 961 6424 5566
Passcode: 1Nd4TY
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QST Linux & Raspberry Pi SIG Tuesday 4/7/26 @7:00pm
Greetings PCARS,
Our next Linux & Raspberry Pi SIG will be Tuesday, 4/7/26 @7:00pm at PCARS World Headquarters.
Subject will be installing a SAMBA share on our new server, for sharing files, software, OS, etc.
A HAVE DUAL BOOT (LINUX+WIN10) LENOVO IDEAPAD YOGA 11″ FOR A GOOD HOME! Will be there Tuesday!
73 de W8NET, Gene
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PCARS Field Day GOTA Station help needed!
Subject: Get On The Air! ️ Join the GOTA Station at 2026 PCARS Field Day
Dear Fellow Amateur Radio Operator,
Whether you just received your Technician Class license or you are a General, Advanced, or Extra Class operator who has been inactive (intended for growth and mentorship, not for seasoned operators to rack up points) and is looking to get back into the swing of things, this invitation is for you!
The Portage County Amateur Radio Service (PCARS) invites you to participate in the 2026 ARRL Field Day. We are specifically looking for operators to help us run our Get On The Air (GOTA) Station, operating under the callsign KP4VZ.
Why join the GOTA station?
· Re-Engage and Learn: This station is designed specifically for those looking to gain on-the-air experience and eventually transition to regular club stations.
· Per ARRL GOTA Rules: This station is reserved for Technician Class operators and generally inactive licensees (General or higher).
· Family & Friends: We encourage you to bring your family and friends! They are welcome to watch, and we would love to get them on the radio to experience amateur radio firsthand.
Event Details:
· Location: Freedom Township Park (On OH-700)
· Date: June 27 – 28, 2026
· Operations: Saturday at 2:00 PM (1800 UTC) through Sunday at 2:00 PM.
· Setup Crew: We are looking for a few volunteers to help us set up antennas and gear starting at 09:00 AM on Saturday, June 27.
If you’ve been looking for a way to grow your skills, “burn” some airwaves, and see what Field Day is all about, we would be honored to have you behind the mic.
How to Sign Up: Please reply to this email with your name, callsign, and your preferred two-hour operating slot (e.g., Saturday 4 PM – 6 PM). If you are available to help with the Saturday morning setup, please let me know as well!
We look forward to seeing you in the field and helping you make some great contacts!
73,
Michael Gonzalez – KP4VZ
PCARS GOTA Station Coordinator
Proud US ARMY Veteran
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The April Radiogram Is Ready To View
Greetings PCARS Members, ARRL Officials, Amateur Radio Clubs and all interested people.
The latest issue of THE RADIOGRAM is on the web and ready for you to enjoy. Check out all of the latest happenings with PCARS!
https://www.portcars.org/wp/go/april-2026-radiogram/In this action packed issue: Club Officer updates – A Field Report from Juneau – Member Spotlight – Links from Around The World – Upcoming Events – And much, much more!
Please feel free to share this newsletter with anyone who has an interest in ham radio or the Portage County Amateur Radio Service in Ohio (PCARS).
Thanks & 73!
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