So tonight was my first run at being net controller for the NARC 2 Metre Net. I was able to get copies of the scripts the Net Controllers have been using for the last few year and I put together something for me to use. I ran the net from my vehicle and I was parked in a parking lot in Edmonton to run it on my Mobile. It went well with 33 check ins during the net.

The learning continues. Back in June I finally finished the online material for the ICS-200 Incident Command System training and wrote and passed the test.  Just another reminder that I can still learn new things.  I do not expect it means much else but alot of organizations are using ICS so it is good to know something about it.

I also wrote the Radio Amateurs of Canada CEC exam and passed. Later in August I have decided to take on the Northern Alberta Radio Club NARCpac SIG. NARCpac is the Club’s communications trailer. I am organizing the writing of a procedure and operations  manual.

The next meeting of the SIG is Nov 13 where we will define the purpose and goals of the NARCpac.

Get ready in the Park in Edmonton went very well.  Made some good connections. We (the Northern Alberta Radio Club) even got invited to put up a table at the Alberta Fire Chief Association convention.  Just reminding them we are out there.

I have been working on writing the RAC CEC (Certified Emergency Coordinator) exam.  Finally finished it and sent it in with no expectations.  I passed.  What does it mean? Means I have an understanding of what ARES does and I know where to find information on it. It also means I have a strong indication that EmComm is one path I am taking with my HAM radio volunteering.

Working with NARC on the NARC-PAC  eComm trailer to get it ready for the “Get Ready In the Park”  day on May 12 at Edmonton’s Horluk Park.  We have lots to do to get ready, I am sure it will be educational.  My part is to help make sure the radios we will be using are programmed, attached to antennas and working properly.

Monitoring VE6HM while I am driving and on my portable.

73 Everyone

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