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DRAC Fox Hunt Event
The Davenport Radio Amateur Club is hosting a hidden transmitter hunt this Saturday, April 18, at the Drop Tine shelter at Scott County Park. Everyone is welcome, whether you are a seasoned Fox Hunter or would just like to explore this fun, family-friendly activity.
The group will assemble at 10 a.m. at the Drop Tine Shelter House (See green highlight on map below). The fox hunt is being organized by Walt, WA9LT. We ask that you RSVP with Joyce KFØITI so ensure that there will be enough supplies for everyone.
National Weather Service – Spotter Training
The National Weather Service in the Quad Cities will be holding only virtual spotter training classes this year. Spotter training sessions will be held through early April. All classes are free, last around 2 hours and are open to the public. The NWS recommends that spotters attend a training class every 2 years. Everyone who is due for renewing their training this year will automatically be given a one year extension. The NWS plans on having in-person sessions resume next year.
Click here for additional spotter information on the NWS Quad Cities website.
Two WinLink gateways are now operational in the Quad Cities metro area. One is in Milan and one in in Davenport. One or both should be reachable within the metro area, dependent on your equipment. Click here for full details on the gateways.
License Testing has Resumed
The Davenport Radio Amateur Club has resumed license testing for new hams and hams wanting to upgrade their current license. Our first session was held on November 10, 2024 and we will hold exam sessions every other month through 2025.
Click here for our testing schedule and more information.
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Thank you to Alpha Antenna for sponsoring door prizes for our 2023 Hamfest
