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And now for something different - Sporadic E propagation in 2 minutes (ish). If the comments are encouraging, there'll be more 2 minute-ish videos! Feel free to suggest topics. Sporadic E propagation is a type of radio wave propagation that occurs in the E layer of the ionosphere. The E layer extends from about 90-120km above the earth’s surface. Here's how it works More at http://bit.ly/3Ymaxao00:00 | Intro 00:08 | What and where is the E layer? 00:40 | 1475km Es 2m contact with VK4OX 01:05 | How E clouds are formed and work

If you’ve ever been hunting that elusive DX and wish you’d get a notification on your phone or tablet when the bands are open?… then HamAlert is what you’ve been waiting for! More at http://bit.ly/3HJoo3Z00:00 | Intro 00:16 | What is HamAlert 00:50 | HamAlert setup 01:42 | Where to get HamAlert

Thanks to a terrific FAMPARC Club Member Stanley VK3BOT for introducing this very informative web site.. please take the time to look around.. Click Here to view the website. The NCDXF, in cooperation with the IARU, constructed and operates a worldwide network of high-frequency radio beacons on 14.100, 18.110, 21.150, 24.930, and 28.200 megaHertz. These beacons help both amateur and commercial high-frequency radio users assess the current condition of the ionosphere. The entire system is designed, built and operated by volunteers at no cost except for the actual price of hardware components, shipping costs, and so on. The first beacon began transmissions from Northern California in 1979 and was so successful that the IARU proposed a world wide network of beacons operating 24 hours a day. Over the next few years the network was expanded slowly. The current system of 18 beacons began operation in 1995 and has been in continuous operation ever since. Read More... Three articles about the beacons appeared in QST and are reproduced by permission of the ARRL. These articles have a lot of interesting details about the background and history of the beacons. Cheers. Craig vk3ncr

I was out on my motorcycle and found another nice place to play radio. Blind Bight Boat Ramp Car Park. Right next to the water, a few trees and also a structure for a pole to attach to. Location on Google Masp. https://goo.gl/maps/afRFmWarg8wKTEwE9 Toilets nearby.. Walking distance.. Also Tables and Chairs. Could also pick up some Fish and Chips from Tooradin for an evening. Cheers. Craig vk3ncr

Would our club members be interested in what the Bendigo Amateur Radio and Electronics Club is doing ? Sounds like a great idea to me! Your comments welcome From their Facebook post Tonight! Pizza and social evening for members. Pizza courtesy of the club! As per emails to members - the pizza and social evening for members will be held this evening, Friday January 20th, 7.30 pm at club headquarters, Bendigo East hall, 35 Lansell St. Those members that come from 5 pm to help with the excess equipment (like taking some of it away) can have an extra piece of pizza! And don't forget the working bee and free sausage sizzle for members tomorrow from 10 am at club headquarters!

A ton of your devices use Bluetooth to communicate wirelessly. But how does Bluetooth work? In this video, we'll dive into the details of how your smartphone sends audio to your wireless headphones. Bluetooth is rather complicated and thus we're going to use a number of analogies and tools to explain it fully. This video is sponsored by KIOXIA. Visit KIOXIA's website to see their lineup of solid-state drives: www.kioxia.com Simply Amazing! Cheers Craig vk3ncr

For all the Hams out there who have the ability for HF, below are details to monitor the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race.. All radio sked frequencies and times remain the same as last year and are attached below.. Enjoy... Craig.. vk3ncr

Have you ever wondered what DX-peditioning is all about? Would you like to dip your toe in the water without a full-on commitment? Would you like to join a DX-pedition but are unsure of how to get on the invitation list? Do you want to experience being on the business end of the pileup and build DXing skills? A DX-pedition is a great way to improve your operating skills as well. Well, the Norfolk Island DX-pedition Bootcamp might be for you. Experienced DX-peditioners will be on Norfolk Island for 12-14 days in the second half of March 2023 (est 15-28 March – NOTE: dates subject to fine tuning) . The format of the event will be hands-on, with some presentations and a Bootcamp dinner (or two). Most importantly, you’ll get hands-on experience in a safe, friendly environment. Read more Here !

Are you driving the Aussie highways with a CB radio this summer? We’re reminding all CB radio users that UHF repeater channels 5 and 35, as well as 27 MHz channel 9, are reserved for emergency messages only. Please keep the emergency channels clear for emergency services or someone calling for help. More at https://www.acma.gov.au/licences/citizen-band-radio-stations-class-licence

Out riding today.. and found an amazing and beautiful spot for some radio play.. Great spot just near Mount Misery.. Jumbunna Outtrim Viewpoint Lookout https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZgLUm7WYPSm8rk6o6?g_st=ic Cheers... 73s Craig.. VK3NCR

How about a Amateur Radio laugh every so often. Here's one I like.. Hope you get a chuckle out of it. 73's... Craig..vk3ncr

Hello All, Whilst cleaning around the Radio Shack at the Famparc Club Rooms, I came across a CD with Famparc Pics written on the CD.. I asked If I was allowed to take it home and add them to our wonderful Website. Well I have and here they are. Click This Link. You can also access all the Club Share Gallery via the Menu, via the "More" Dropdown Menu. Then select Shared Gallery. You also have access to all the media, and also have the ability to upload any images you wish.. Keep it clean please. Enjoy ! I did ! Cheers. Craig vk3ncr