Respectfully Submitted, G. “Skip” Chraft, N6NFB
Meeting was called to order at 12:24 p.m. by Vice President Steve Allred, NC6R. There were 14 attending in person, with two more attending via zoom (sign-in sheet). There were three guests. Steve welcomed everyone. Each member introduced themselves.
Old Business
The July minutes were published in the Newsletter. The motion to accept was made by Sue Allred K6SZQ, and seconded by Rick Karlquist, N6RK. The vote was unanimous.
The Treasurer’s report is now done quarterly.
New Business
The plaque for CQP top score outside of California is sponsored by Rick Karlquist, N6RK, and Greg Glenn, NR6Q.
Bob Kehr, KA9MDP, applied for club membership. His application was accepted, and the vote was unanimous.
The club placed second in the last Cal QSO party, all members encouraged to participate this year.
Member Achievements
Greg Glenn, NR6Q, has made 80 QSOs running AM phone.
Upcoming Contests
- ARRL EME contest Sept 13 – 14th.
- North American Sprint, CW 0000 – 0400 Sept 14th
- New Jersey, Texas, Iowa, New Hampshire QSO Parties and the Washington State Salmon run are all on Sept 20 – 21st.
- CQ WW DX Contest, RTTY Sept 27 – 28th.
- AWA AM QSO Party Sept 27 – 28th.
More info can be found at contestcalendar.com
Upcoming DX Events
DX info is available at NG3K.com and DX425 News.
Announcements/Discussion
John Litz, NZ6Q, made a presentation requesting our votes for him for Pacific Division Director,
There are swap meets in Reno on the 13th, and in Lincoln on the 20th.
Robert Hess, W1RH, led discussion of strategies for success in CQP. He outlined the available classes and the possibility of recruiting area amateurs to allow MLDXCC to move to a larger club category. Also discussed was the possibility of recruiting Colin Meeks, K6CMM or another young ham to participate as there are bonus points for youth involvement and many other bonuses available.
There was also extensive advice given by Rich Cutler, WC6H, on methods for maintaining high QSO rates in contests. Thank you to Bob, Rich, and all for the valuable advice!.
Next Meeting
Is Scheduled for September 27th, location TBD. (Actually, not. Stay tuned… – Ed.)
A joint meetings with NCCC is in the works, date and location TBD.
Adjournment: Moved by Norm Wilson, N6JV, and seconded by Jason Pritchard, KE5JTS, passed unanimously at 1:36 PM.