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ARRL Oklahoma Section (OK)

Section Manager
Jerry J. Thomason, WB5SYT
1517 Oak Dr
Edmond, OK 73034-7408
405-326-1800
wb5syt@arrl.org
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  • West Gulf Division
  • Assistant Section Manager
    Eddie Manley, K5EMS
    8200 W Prospect Ave
    Ponca City, OK 74601-7913
    (580) 762-6947
    jema1@sbcglobal.net

    Patrick J Murphy, NJ5M
    900 McNelis Ave
    Apt 27B
    Vinita, OK 74301-1312
    (918) 783-5267
    nj5m@arrl.net

    Robert E Sims, W5KCB
    176 Autumn Dr
    Lawton, OK 73507-8101
    (580) 529-2289
    bobs@mptelco.com

    Thomas M Webb, WA9AFM
    10421 SE 55th St
    Oklahoma City, OK 73150-4520
    (405) 737-6716
    wa9afm@arrl.net

    Affiliated Club Coordinator
    Thomas M Webb, WA9AFM
    10421 SE 55th St
    Oklahoma City, OK 73150-4520
    (405) 737-6716
    wa9afm@arrl.net

    Official Observer Coordinator
    Carl Dean Feken, KL7MA
    111 Noble Ave
    Perry, OK 73077-2610
    (580) 336-8495
    kl7ma@arrl.net

    Public Information Coordinator
    Kevin N O'Dell, N0IRW
    C/O O2 Video Productions
    333 W Main St, Suite 105
    Ardmore, OK 73401-6326
    (580) 220-9062
    n0irw@cableone.net

    Section Emergency Coordinator
    Charles E Goodson, KC5UEG
    500 W 17th St
    Sulphur, OK 73086-5210
    (580) 622-5250
    cbgoodson@brightok.net

    Section Traffic Manager
    Arlyn L Seidel, KK5GY
    4450 E Gate Rd
    Newkirk, OK 74647-7483
    (580) 362-1248
    kk5gy@arrl.net

    Technical Coordinator
    Ronald H Earnest, W5RGT
    1125 N Anderson Rd
    Choctaw, OK 73020-8229

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    News last updated: Mon, March 26, 2007 at 10:43 AM ET

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                Oklahoma Section Oklahoma, SM: John Thomason, WB5SYT. SEC: KD5LPV. ACC: N5OHL. PIC: N7XYO. OOC: KL7MA. SGL: W5NZS. STM: KK5GY

    Oklahoma Section Report March 25, 2007

    Topics

    Green Country Hamfest 2007; McCurtain County ARC League Affiliation; Elk City Hamfest 2007; Traffic Report By KK5GY; Silent Key-KE5UL; Oklahoma Centennial Celebration sponsored by OK DX Asssociation; Balloon launches in full spirit and accomplishment; Upcoming Events.

    Green Country Hamfest-Oklahoma State Convention 2007 March 16-17

    Indeed what a wonderful event was the time in Claremore. Special thanks to all who contributed many hours of time, blood and perhaps tears to make the event so successful. As stated before, most of us get to enjoy the fruits of labor of the GCHF committee and others. Just good folk having a great time while enjoying Amateur Radio.

    Plenty of good vendors to display, show and of course sell all those special goodies. These dealers are as important to our events as they are to being friends. Sure appreciate all who came by the ARRL and ARES booths. The sight, sound and color of the American Radio Relay League was in abundance as was levity. Yes, we enjoy Amateur Radio in Oklahoma and even more so in our centennial year!

    It was great to have Coy-N5OK West Gulf Division Director and David-K5RAV West Gulf Division Vice-Director in attendance. Each discussed challenges facing Amateur Radio and suggestions to foster better presence in our Section to decision makers as to legislation and public policy. Certainly appreciate the support provided by Section leaders to connect with hamfest attendees and to improve visibility of the National Association of Amateur Radio at GCHF.

    McCurtain County ARC League Affiliation visit March 10, 2007

    Southeastern Oklahoma was its usual splendor on the second Saturday in March. The club was presented its ARRL club affiliation and was most hospitable. Great club turnout for the event...but the bountiful breakfast serving likely was a good draw. A tip of the hat to Gary-K5OLO, Club President, and Harold-K5HLB for the effort, communication and coordination which resulted in the affiliation and public service to their community. Recognition to Joe-KB5BQG of Durant who drove over to the gathering to be a part of the event and to encourage ARES activity. KB5BQG is zone ARES coordinator for SE Oklahoma and is an Assistant Section Emergency Coordinator (ASEC).

    Elk City Hamfest March 3, 2007 Super time in western Oklahoma on a cold windy Saturday but with warmth of great Amateur Radio operators relishing gathering for the ARRL sanctioned event. Sure enjoyed meeting up with a great number of attendees from Woodward, Elk City, Altus and points between and beyond. Sure want to note Earl-N5NEB and a cadre of support who keep the candle lit for us. We look forward to the 2008 version of the Elk City Hamfest as Earl has applied for League sanction and know it will be a good one, as well, in 08.

    Oklahoma Section February Traffic Report by Arlyn-KK5GY

    February 2006 Traffic

    Sessions 173 Stations 2099 Traffic 1084

    Public Service Honor Roll KK5GY W5CU WA5OUV

    Station Activity Report KI5LQ, WA5OUV, WB5NKC, WB5NKD, KK5GY and W5CU

    KE5UL SK Appreciation to Cathy-KE5AGO for advising of the passing of Billy Fred Lund-KE5UL who died on March 12, 2007. Mr. Lund was an Oklahoma Section Communications Manager (now termed SM) and was President of the Tulsa Amateur Radio Club and a Volunteer Examiner. Our sympathies to family and friends.

    Centennial Fun by Oklahoma DX Association Wonderful QSO party held on the weekend of March 10 honoring Oklahoma centennial as we became a state in 1907. Sure sounds like the bands were hopping while putting Oklahoma on the bands in a large way. Kudos to the OK DXA for putting together an enjoyable and emergency preparatory event.

    Balloon Launches Deluxe Most enjoyable launched balloon activity all about the Oklahoma Section! Most every area of our great state is influenced by the fun and purposefulness of Amateur Radio aboard balloons. It has been mentioned that when this activity gets in your blood you are never the same. At least that is the word from Harry-KC5TRB...sure enjoyed seeing him at GCHF.

    Upcoming Events

    March 31 Hanging Judge Hamfest, Ft. Smith, AR http://www.hangingjudgehamfest.com/

    April 29 Oklahoma City Marathon Contact person is Tom Webb with email of: tmwebb@cox.net www.okcmarathon.com

    July 20-21 OK Section Convention, Oklahoma City www.hamholiday.org

    Know of God's blessings...Matthew 18:20

    73, John Thomason-WB5SYT

    International Space Station Rendezvous with Dale Public Schools, Dale, Oklahoma (February 7, 2006, 8:56 a.m.)



    Successful ARISS in Oklahoma Section!
    February 7, 2006


    by John Thomason-WB5SYT Oklahoma Section Manager


    The ISS was on cue as was the science students from Dale Public Schools!


    A very successful Amateur Radio demonstration was completed this morning. The 9th grade science students were able to have good dialogue with the ISS and clearly displayed the magic of Amateur Radio and how it plays into science and technology.
    The Amateur Radio effort was orchestrated by Ron Cochrane-KD5GEZ. Principal Harold Jones was elated with the Amateur Radio accomplishment and feels it was a highly positive experience for this school.
    The Dale School, which is near Oklahoma City, held a school wide assembly for all students and faculty and included many parents. The assembly was buzzing with excitement when the call for NA1SS was successfully answered.
    Thanks to Keith Pugh-W5IU ARISS mentor for his support and presence. Also in attendance were Coy-N5OK, West Gulf Division Director, John Thomason-WB5SYT Oklahoma Section Manager and Joe Lynch-N6CL Past Oklahoma Section Manager. Several electronic and printed media representatives were a part of the event.

    Oklahoma Section

    Wagoner High Schools, Wagoner,Oklahoma
    Amateur Radio station (WI5ND)
    Makes 401 QSO's in School Roundup

    Alex Colwell is on the mic. Jamie Morrissey is logging, and Woody Keech is assisting.
    Photo credit: Jeff Sharrock-AF4CM

    Oklahoma Governor Brad Henry

    Proclaims June 18- 24, 2006

    Amateur Radio Week Oklahoma City, OK -- The ARRL - The National Association for Amateur Radio, and all Oklahoma amateur radio operators who are dedicated to public service were recognized this week for their service to their communities. The proclamation from Oklahoma's Governor Brad Henry proclaimed June 18 - 24, 2006, as Amateur Radio Week. Governor Henry recognized amateur radio operators' "value in public assistance by providing emergency radio communications and for these services they donate to the state." Ham radio operators typically help with communication during weather-related emergencies such as the devastating hurricanes along the Gulf coast this past year.

    The highlight of amateur radio week will be "Field Day" (an emergency communications preparedness exercise), which takes place June 24-25 in locations all over the state (and thought out the nation). Field Day is an annual nationwide event that was designed to test operators' abilities to set up and operate portable stations under emergency conditions, such as the loss of electricity, during severe weather conditions, or other disasters. The event is a serious test of skill and a contest for fun, too. During the weekend, the radio operators try to contact as many other Field Day stations as possible. More than 35,000 Amateur Radio operators across the country participated in last year's event. The first Field Day was held in 1933.

    "Amateur Radio is a lot of fun, and 2006 is the 100th anniversary of voice over radio," says John Thomason, WB5SYT (Oklahoma ARRL Section Manager) "In addition to our emergency communications preparedness, this years Field Day will be used to show the public the fun side of ham radio. We encourage everyone in the state to locate your local clubs Field Day operation and drop by to see what ham radio is all about. You may even get to make a few contacts while youre there.

    To find your local Amateur Radio club, go to www.arrl.org click on the link to clubs and locate local clubs by state or zip code. There are 30 ARRL-affiliated clubs in Oklahoma; most will be holding Field Day activities.

    Ms.Denise Bode, OK Corporation Commissioner, discusses on June 12 the role of Amateur Radio in public service and the importance of FD 2006 with OK Section Manager John Thomason-WB5SYT"


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