The first annual(?) Sweepstakes Picnic was a modest success with approximately 20 club members participating despite the Tornado watch, high winds and rain. From 3pm on Saturday thru 3pm on Sunday, approximately 30 folks stopped by the clubhouse. Most of them enjoyed a repast of hmburgers, hotdogs, potato salad, cole slaw, etc. and in the morning Bob(AA3RR) made pancakes.

The ARRL has published the results from Field Day 2008 on their web-site and in the December issue of QST.

ARRL Summary

The total number of submitted by clubs, groups and individuals = 2410

The total number QSOs made = 1,226,258 (avg 509 [High=10,709 Low=1]).

The total number of participants/visitors = 35,767 (avg 15 [High=198 Low=1])

There are three power multipliers used to determine the score:

5 = 5w or less and using batteries, solar panels, wind generators or water generators
2 = 6-150 watts
1 = 151-1500 watts

Click the following link on the left hand menu page, "Novemeber Sweeps" to follow the action at the club house in near real time.

This online edition does NOT contain the membership renewal form

If you prefer to use the 'old method' of submitting your dues with the renewal application please download the attached Renewal Form in PDF format and mail it with your dues.

But wait there's more. This is AARC Jr. first annual November Sweepstakes picnic! Not only will we be participating in the contest, we are planning a picnic on the 15th all are welcome to stay as long as you wish and help kickoff the start of the contest after a nice meal. Please click on the Title above for more information.
As you have heard many times by now; The fun is just beginning!

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Did you know that Field Day and the November Sweepstakes are similar to each other?

+++ Each are 24 hours of operating fun
+++ Participation is limited primarily to US and Canadian radio amateurs
+++ They are both fun events
+++ Third Party Rules are uncomplicated
+++ Techs can operate on all the HF bands with a Control Operator
+++ They both have food, friends and ham radio

This year the Sweepstakes is celebrating it's 75th anniversary. The Phone version of the 2008 November Sweepstakes takes place this coming Saturday (15 Nov) and starts at 4:00pm EST

Meet your 2009 Field Day Planning Committee. In the coming months the Field Day Planning Committee will provide monthly sometimes biweekly updates as well as video reminders about Field Day (27-28 June 2009).

Remember, if you have questions, comments, suggestions, etc. regarding Field Day or if you want to volunteer to help set-up/take down, operate, take pictures, or other stuff, please send an e-mail to: fd09@w3vpr.org

Here’s the most current Field Day video.

The fun is just beginning!

The fun is just beginning! Watch the video to find out more.

LOOK WHO WON AT OUR CLUB!!!!

MDC Clubs

1. KI3DS Anne Arundel Radio Club, Jr 32,630 Plaque Winner
2 W3HAM Cheese Hollow ARC 16,383
3 K3SMD Charles County ARC 6,600

MDC YL Winner

KB3ATI Brenda Diamond-Rose 8,820