Author Archives: Paul M0ZMB

Annual BBQ – 16th May

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The TSGARC Annual BBQ is booked for 3pm this Saturday 16th May. Members their spouses and any youngsters are invited. Please note there will be open fires.

We will be having basic fare (Burgers and Sausages with Sauce and Onions) with any extra trimmings members wish to bring. Tea and Coffee will be provided, please bring any other drinks you wish. Please bring any cutlery/crockery you wish (e.g. Plate, Knife, Fork, Mug).

The BBQ will be held at the 1st Olveston Scout Groups hall on Oldown Hill, Tockington. The Postcode is BS32 4PA. The picture below shows where to come, please ring me if you get lost.

Olveston Scouts hut

Olveston Scouts hut

Paul
M0ZMB

Calling notice for trailer tower painting

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Gentlemen,

The Trailer Tower to be used for the upcoming field weekend and hopefully other events is in dire need of some TLC.

One of the tasks that can be completed by all is the painting of the bodywork. The afternoon of the upcoming Bank Holiday Monday 4th May has been chosen.

Please register your interest below, via email or on the notice board.

Paul
M0ZMB

 

 

 

Kite Antennas

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The Thornbury and South Gloucestershire Amateur Radio Kite Club had its inaugural meeting today at Whale Wharf where a number of kites were trialled. The testing was inspired by a recent talk from Roger G4ROJ. We also had a go at aerial bombardment (video on application).

A number of members brought their own kites.

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Rex’s Sled Kite
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Peter’s Box Kite
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John’s Kite

 

Part of the testing was to establish the lifting capabilities of the kites. Rex’s kite was connected to a 5 litre can of water. After emptying a couple of litres out the kite was able to lift it easily.  A second test was carried out with a length of 2.5mm2 wire to form a vertical. It was found that the vertical obviously needs to terminate under the kite.

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Harwell Radio Rally Visit

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The TSGARC visited the Harwell Radio Rally at Didcot today Sunday 8th February 2015.

Members Paul, Rex, Roger, Andy, David, John, Graham and Richard visited the Rally at Didcot and came away with a few bargains and needed items between them.

Unfortunately this rally has been reduced in size this year by one Squash Court however it is still a worthwhile rally at the start of the year.

Plans are to visit the Newbury and Yeovil rallies to this year with other members visiting other rally too.

My thanks go to Andy who drove the second car.

Paul
M0ZMB

Harwell (Didcot) Radio Rally

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We are planning a visit on the 8th February to the Harwell Amateur Radio Rally at Didcot.

The Rally Starts at 10am, the plan therefore is to leave the home address of M0ZMB at approximately 8:30am. Entry to the rally is £3.

Presently I have 8 members signed up to attend. being Me, David, Andy (new) , Rex, Roger, Mike M, John L and Kyle. I’m also looking for one more volunteer driver.

If you wish to attend to let me know and I will add you to the list.

Paul
M0ZMB

 

CANCELLED – TSGARC XMAS Meal – Tuesday 9th December

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All,

With respect to the meal out idea at the Hungry Horse near Aztec West the selected date is Tuesday 9th December.

Can you all either confirm that you wish to attend or let me know that you are not interested? Those that wish to attend please let me know whether you wish 2 or 3 courses?

I will book this up sometime next week, after which I believe a £5 per head deposit will be required.

Paul
M0ZMB
‘Chief Cat herder in charge’