Forums

MODERATOR: Diane Ortiz K2DO

FORUM DESCRIPTION: Join Diane as she provides an overview of Ham Radio University. She will talk about what HRU is, what to do and where to go. Diane’s insider “scoop” is certain to make you more comfortable and confident, both on and off the air.

VIEW WEBINAR: HRU Newcomer’s meeting video

ARRL Forum NYC/LI

MODERATOR: Jim Mezey W2KFV


FORUM DESCRIPTION: Find out the latest ARRL news and information with New York City/Long Island Section Manager Jim Mezey W2KFV.

Building your first HF station

MODERATOR: Neil Heft KC2KY

FORUM DESCRIPTION: Learn the basics of putting together your first Amateur Radio HF Station. Topics covered will be choosing a radio, antenna/s, accessories, test equipment and more. Get practical advice on ergonomics and planning for future station upgrades, all while maintaining a good balance between radio, family, and safety. If you are getting ready to build your first HF station, don’t miss Neil’s forum to find the answers to the questions you didn’t even know to ask.

EMCOMM Forum NYC/LI

MODERATOR: Jim Mezey W2KFV

PANELIST: Martin Grillo W1EMR

FORUM DESCRIPTION: Meet with ARRL NYC/LI Section Manager Jim Mezey W2KFV with DEC NYC Martin Grillo W1EMR who will talk about Section Emcomm and how AUXCOMM can help.

Basics of HF operating

MODERATOR: Mel Granick KS2G

FORUM DESCRIPTION: A seasoned DX and contest operator guides you through the HF bands, modes, propagation, on-air procedures, and using rig controls to get the most out of your HF transceiver.

My CW Journey

MODERATOR: Howard Bernstein WB2UZE

PANELIST: Mike Padron N1CC

FORUM DESCRIPTION: Long Island CW Club members discuss how they learned and now use CW.

6-Meters and F2 propagation

MODERATOR: Ken Neubeck WB2AMU

FORUM DESCRIPTION: Ken is a preeminent expert on 6-Meter propagation and will talk about working 6-Meters at the top of the sunspot cycle using F2-layer propagation.

RF Transformers, UNUNS and BALUNS

MODERATOR: Mike Kozma WY2U

FORUM DESCRIPTION: Part 1. Some history, a little math, power handling, toroid vs rod, core selection, bandwidth, construction, optimization, and computer design.

STEM

MODERATOR: Ed Wilson N2XDD

FORUM DESCRIPTION: Science, technology, engineering, and math education.

Practical HF Antennas

MODERATOR: Neil Heft KC2KY

FORUM DESCRIPTION: Welcome to HF hamming. In Practical HF Antennas we will explore some easy, inexpensive antenna ideas that will propel you into the fun of everyday HF operating, rag chewing, DX-ing, contesting and experimentation. You can have a lot of fun with antennas that you built yourself or purchased ready-made at a reasonable cost. Get on the air and have some fun!

Grounding and Lightning Protection for the Amateur Station

MODERATOR: Donald Kane WB2BEZ

FORUM DESCRIPTION: Overview of Code requirements and practical aspects of enhancing the safety of the Amateur Radio Installation.

Orbiting the Earth: A Beginners Guide to operating Ham Radio Satellites with an HT

MODERATOR: Peter Portanova W2JV

FORUM DESCRIPTION: Learn how to contact the International Space Station and talk to an astronaut using a handheld radio. Peter will explain how to talk through the repeater on board to another ham across the country with just a dual band HT! Join this exciting forum about amateur satellites and how to join in and take your HT into space.

RF Transformers, UNUNS and BALUNS

MODERATOR: Mike Kozma WY2U

FORUM DESCRIPTION: Part 2. Some history, a little math, power handling, toroid vs rod, core selection, bandwidth, construction, optimization, and computer design.

LUNCH

VHF / UHF

MODERATOR: Pres Waterman W2PW

FORUM DESCRIPTION: This seminar will present an overview of VHF/UHF operating.

Tools for Modern DX’ers

MODERATOR: Tom Carrubba KA2D

FORUM DESCRIPTION: This forum discusses the tools that the modern DX’er can use to improve their ability to work distant (DX) stations.

Parks on the Air

MODERATOR: Dennis Boyé AH2O

FORUM DESCRIPTION: We will explore the Parks on the Air (POTA) program. Learn how to hunt and log parks from the comfort of your shack. Tips and tricks about award collecting will be discussed. Become an activator! Work stations from around the country and the world surrounded by the beauty of our parks.

FT8

MODERATOR: William Botjer N2WPT

FORUM DESCRIPTION: The ins and outs of FT8 operating.

CONTESTING: All Your Questions Answered

MODERATOR: Mel Granick KS2G

FORUM DESCRIPTION: A seasoned DX and contest operator will provide contesting basics, discuss strategies and tactics, and answer the most commonly-asked questions about contest operating.

VE Session -Amateur Radio License Testing

MODERATOR: Louis Maggio NO2C

FORUM DESCRIPTION: A full volunteer exam session for all levels of amateur radio license testing. Sponsored by the GSBARC VE team and Liaison Lou Maggio NO2C.