For those who want more than a regular logbook There is nothing like a logbook when you want to look back at your QSOs and see who you spoke to and when. That is made easy with the hugely popular the annual RSGB Deluxe logbook & diary 2021. Not only can you note all your […]
Why did you start being interested in amateur radio? From the age of about ten I have been fascinated listening to people being able to talk to each other. I remember building a pretend radio out of some broken parts to attach to my bike and I thought it was just the best thing ever. […]
Following recent changes to the RSGB Board of Directors, and the continuing effects of the ongoing pandemic, the Society is looking for Members to be considered for possible appointment to the Board. Members co-opted to the Board of Directors are appointed until the next AGM (April 2021) after which they may seek nomination as a […]
Microwave activities and EME—more people experiment on the higher amateur bands To read this edition, tap or click cover image News and Reports Around Your Region – Club events calendar 88 Around Your Region – Events roundup 90 New products 14 News 12 RSGB Matters 6 Special Interest Groups News 16 Regulars Advertisers’ index 93 […]
William, M7WHB is ten years old and passed his Foundation Exam recently via remote invigilation. We introduced him to Rhiannon Williams, the Technology Correspondent of the i who interviewed him about his interest in amateur radio. Read his interview and enjoy the photos of amateur radio past and present.
The news headlines:
Nominate a new DXer for G5RP Trophy
Latest Online RSGB Convention news
Vacancies on important RSGB committees
GB2RS Script – HERE .
CLUB NEWS
During the COVID crisis a list of known club nets, and activities, is now being published on the West of Scotland Amateur Radio Society (WoSARS) web site. They have a table listing times and frequencies and this can be found at
https://wosars.club/radio-nets/
With the gradual easing of lockdown restrictions, we are now including meeting details where advised. However, this information should be regarded as optimistic, it is strongly advised that you to check with organisers well before travelling. Above all, please observe any national or local restrictions, including social distancing.
Today Sunday 23rd:
The West of Scotland ARS (WoSARS) – will operate a trial SSTV net after the RSGB News on on 144.500 FM around midday. Feel free to join in. (On CALENDAR)
Dundee ARC – has a net via GB3AG from 7pm. Contact Martin, 2M0KAU, on 07763 708 933. Restrictions permitting. Also this weekend 22/23rd August see International Lighthouses Weekend ILLW activities. (On CALENDAR)
And, as noted in last Sunday’s GB2RS the following:
CANCELLATION – GMDX Convention – Bannockburn – 17th October. (On CALENDAR)
CANCELLATION – Galashiels Rally – 25th October. (On CALENDAR)
CANCELLATION – GMRT – Scotland’s Microwave Round Table & Dinner – 7th November. (On CALENDAR )
The G5RP Trophy is an annual award to encourage newcomers to HF DXing. The award is not limited to youngsters or the newly licensed; it is open to anyone who has recently discovered and made significant progress in HF DXing. If you are an established HF DXer and want to recommend someone to be awarded […]
During the online RSGB 2020 Convention, you will be able to enjoy some excellent lectures. On Saturday, 10 October 2020, the RSGB will be putting two streams online for everyone to enjoy. In An introduction to… we will have Kevin, G0PEK, and Lauren, 2E0HLR, talk about youngsters using amateur radio and combining it with other […]
The RSGB is looking for two people to fill the important volunteer roles of Legacy Committee Chair and Nominations Committee Chair. Full details of the roles and the committees can be found at rsgb.org/volunteers.
Tap or click the link below to download this week’s GB2RS news script GB2RS News Script for 23 August 2020 (13-page/238KB Microsoft Word document) Problems downloading the GB2RS news script? Try this alternative link.
