Respectfully Submitted, G. “Skip” Chraft, N6NFB
Meeting was called to order at 12:27 p.m. by Vice President Steve Allred, NC6R. There were 12 attending in person, with three more attending via zoom. Of these there were three guests.There was one guest: Randy Keen, K6TVT introduced by Steve Allred. Steve welcomed everyone. Each member introduced themselves.
Old Business
The May minutes were published in the Newsletter.
The Treasurer’s reports are now being done on a quarterly basis, so there is no report presented during this meeting.
New Business
None
Member Achievements
Norm Wilson, N6JV, worked his long sought E6 prefix via moonbounce.
Jay Harmor, KE6GLA, activated 3 summits recently.
Skip Chraft, N6NFB, made just under 200 Q’s in 9 hours in the ARRL Digital contest.
Upcoming Contests
Can be found at contestcalendar.com
DX info is available at NG3K.com and DX425 News.
Announcements/Discussion
The IDXC 2026 convention is scheduled for Santa Maria on April 10 – 12, 2026.
IDXC 2027 has been announced, it is a go. NCDXC will once again be hosting the event scheduled for March 12 -14 2027 in Visalia.
Steve Allred recognized Norm Wilson, N6JV for his tireless effort as the former newsletter editor. He also thanks Jeff Stai, Wk6I, for stepping up, and making a great newsletter and website upgrades.
Steve also encouraged us all to promote the club among our ham radio friends.
Next Meeting
Is Scheduled for July 26, location TBD.
A joint meetings with NCCC is in the works, date and location.
Adjournment: Moved and seconded, passed unanimously at 12:41 PM.
Craig Thompson, K9CT, gave a fascinating virtual tour of his super station. His station defines what a super contesting station should be!
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