McHenry County Wireless Association
Each year on the fourth full weekend in June, the American Radio Relay League (ARRL) holds a special operating event known as Field Day where more than 35,000 radio amateurs in the US and Canada meet to operate from remote locations.
Field Day provides an opportunity to observe amateur radio in action, practice radio techniques, and enjoy good food and fellowship.
This year the McHenry County Wireless Association will hold its Field Day event at the Rush Creek Conservation Area in Harvard, IL. The site is located off of McGuire Road, just east of Route 14. For reference, the Walmart is located on the corner of McGuire Road and Route 14.
MCWA invites you to stop by during the Field Day weekend to have an opportunity to get on the air or just observe. Stay as long as you wish!
For more information, email the Field Day team at info@mcwa.org
Steve Maresso (KB9OLD) announces that VE testing will resume in August.
Please call Steve at 847-477-3518 in advance of each test date to secure your spot.
NO WALK-INS WILL BE ALLOWED.
Two testing sessions have been announced: August 17th and November 16th, both at 7:00 PM.
Location will be at the Free Methodist Church, 934 N. Seminary, Woodstock, IL 60098.
For more information, visit VE Testing Information
The inaugural McHenry County Century Bike Run will be held on May 30th from 6:30 AM to around 3 PM.
MCWA was contacted to ask if any amateur radio operators would be able to assist in event communications. Wendell Smith (N9REP) has been in touch with the coordinators and is looking for volunteers to assist in the event.
Wendell says that it is a lot of fun and a great opportunity for the newer hams to get involved in public service. It is also a way to showcase amateur radio’s capabilities.
Please contact Wendell for more information and to sign up to help.
The McHenry County Wireless Association Board of Directors has taken the action to cancel our April 7th MCWA meeting due to concerns with the COVID-19 situation that is unfolding. The Board members feel that this action is in the best interest and safety of our members and guests. It is a very disappointing turn of events since we had a fantastic presentation lined up for the meeting. The good news is that Sevim Ablay WB8BHN has agreed to reschedule his presentation on European SOTA & Friedrichshafen for another meeting later this year.