Mike Cullen, K1NPT, gave a wonderful presentation at last night’s meeting on the Maker Movement in Rhode Island. He described what they are doing, where they are meeting, and various fairs and conventions. More importantly to hams, he illustrated how effective he and others have been at making Ham Radio relevant to youth today by showing how it relates to the popular Maker Movement. As a bonus, without the Makers even realizing it, they are becoming part of a growing STEAM culture within the state.
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Congratulations to the Fredette’s
Congratulations to current member Paul Fredette, K1YBE, who took and passed his Extra today.
Also congratulations to new member applicant Dave Fredette, KC1EBB, who took and passed his General today.
NCRC Meeting, Monday, Sept 14, KVH @ 7 PM
Our regular meeting will be held on Monday at 7 PM, at KVH.
In addition to our regular short business meeting, we will have a presentation by Mike Cullen, K1NPT, on Rhode Island’s rapidly growing Maker Movement (think home-brew electronics or mechanical systems) and the opportunities to make ham radio an integral part of that and STEAM education (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics).
Travel to Boxboro Hamfest Aug 23
Paul Fredette, K1YBE, will be traveling to Boxboro Hamfest on Sunday August 23 and has a few spots left in his van. If you would be interesting in heading up with him (he lives in the Portsmouth area), please contact him at: PFredette at promptus.co (The “.co” is NOT a typo.)
Congratulations New Members!
The club voted the following applicants into membership during tonights meeting. Please welcome aboard:
- Evan Bowen, KC1EFE
- Al Paolantonio, NN1U