The OARC monthly meeting was held on March 14th, 2007 at Ottawa City Hall, Ottawa, ON and was called to order at 19:30 by President Diane, VA3DB. There were 34 people including 3 guests. The guests were: Al VE3ALO, Bob VE3MPG and Ted VE3OJU.
Diane VA3DB asked for any changes or errors from the last meeting. The minutes were accepted.
Richard awarded pins to the following Canadian Ski Marathon volunteers:
Dave introduced Ray Pelletier from the Institute for National Measurement Standards at the National Research Council as the presenter for tonight's meeting. Ray gave a talk on CHU, the shortwave station which broadcasts Canada's official time signal.
Announcements:
VE3FFK announced that work will continue on the club project March 31st at 09:00.
Canadian Tire is selling a battery charger/kit for approx $20. The battery and 'wall wart' inside the unit make this an appealing parts purchase especially for the club project.
There will be a Bunny hunt on April 7th in the afternoon organized by VE3WEH, Larry Wilcox.
George announced that the Quarter Century Wireless Association (QCWA) is holding a contest March 31st and April 1st.
The Tour Nortel (http://cheofoundation.com/tournortel) is happening Sunday, May 6th. Dave, VE3KMV is looking for operators for the event.
The QCWA is meeting Thursdays for breakfast at the Summer Hays Grill.
On a sad note: Bill Hall (Does anyone have his call?) is a silent key.
Ken, VE3CV is battling cancer in the hospital. Best wishes.
Al VE3ANO won $20 in the 50/50 draw.
The meeting adjourned at approximately 20:32 for coffee.