Interim Announcement
May 17, 2025
Plans are nearly complete for ARRL (summer) Field Day. The site (same as previously) is the Bald Eagle Pavilion at Quiet Waters Park, 401 South Powerline Rd, Deerfield Beach. The dates are June 28/29, with activity beginning Saturday 6/28 at 8:00 AM with equipment setup. The on-air contest will start at 2 PM and end at 2 PM Sunday, followed by tear-down and site cleanup.
All interested persons are invited to attend and participate, regardless of license class or club affiliation. Registration (requested but not required) and details may be found at our website : www.w4bug.org or via texting NX4T at (954)782-3543.
This is a 24 hour contest—and we seek any assistance you may offer us. Areas of interest include :
1. Obtaining a broadcast copy of the W1AW Field Day Bulletin.
2. Helping with food acquisition & preparation
3. Inviting an elected government official and/or recognized agency served by ARES
4. Formal message handling
5. Amateur satellite communication.
6. Provide an educational activity related to Amateur Radio
Food will be available. We request a donation of $10.00/day payable via our website or at the event in person. The menu will be :
Saturday AM : Coffee and Donuts
Saturday lunch : Chili ( ala “Ricki”, KJ4FSJ)
Hot Dogs & Trimmings
Sunday AM : Continental Breakfast (Pastries)
Boiled Eggs
Coffee & Orange Juice
Sunday Lunch : Publix Subs
Potato Salad
Water and soft drinks will be provided throughout the event.
HAM Helpers Free Flea will be set up and operated primarily by Kenny, KE4NC. Kenny asks that we bring equipment donations to add to his existing collection. This will give us an opportunity to rid our shacks of unneeded gear to make room for the new stuff we will acquire from Kenny. Most items are available gratis or for donations to Ham Helpers to help keep this worthwhile organization viable. Equipment for “relocation” requiring remuneration may be displayed and negotiated privately.
GCARA had a fine result in WINTER Field Day (first in Florida). Please turn out and help us continue on this pathway.
73,
Joe McGee, NX4T
Field Day Co-Chairman