SBARC-list January 2018

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Santa Ynez Peak today
by Bill Talanian 02 Feb '18

02 Feb '18

Folks: After fire, flood, and even a earthquake Matt Lechliter finally got back to Santa Ynez Peak thru the "mud zone" today from Oxnard. I teamed up with Matt and Chris Arnoult and was sure glad that I did not try this run during the rain storm. There was ample evidence of wash out's with heavy mud debris that could easily force a vehicle off the road. First stop would be a shear 1000 ft drop in an area we call the Bolivian Mile. Matt installed the repaired final amplifier in the 146.18 repeater which previously was motor-boating. Few people realized the 145.18 repeater was operating for many weeks with only the Exciter running 150 milliwatts which was still heard by most people. The repeater is now back to 25 watts along with its partner repeater on 145.16 which is also running 25 watts. There is much to compare here with two co-located systems but with _different an__te__nna patterns._ In addition Matt went through the controller programming sequence to see if it helps get rid of the annoying M-A-C-R-O 9 voice response. Will watch this for a while and see if this fix works. I believe it is safe to say that the 145.16 system is now 100% fully operational between Santa Ynez Peak and the WD6EBY repeater (145.20/144.60 127.3 PL) at Sulphur Mountain in Ventura County. This is intended to be a full time linked system with no buttons to push. Our goal is a Tri-County VHF repeater system covering the most populated areas. We are working on securing the final leg to SLO County. Meanwhile, Have Fun and let OBB know how both systems are working with your associates in tough RF areas. Bill Talanian

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Club Station Parking Lot Closed This Weekend
by Brian Milburn - K6BPM 27 Jan '18

27 Jan '18

Hi All, I just received an email from the Red Cross stating that the parking lot will be closed to all non Red Cross traffic tomorrow, Saturday January 27, 2018. They are still working on recovering from the fire and mudslide/flood events and have response and delivery vehicles coming and going. I don’t know if I will go down there tomorrow or not because there aren’t many other places to park around there and turnout will probably be very light. If you are planning on going to the shack tomorrow, it might be a good idea to call on the radio first to make sure someone’s there. -- Brian - K6BPM

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Re: [Sbarc-list] SBARC-list Digest, Vol 174, Issue 8
by Mike Wapner 25 Jan '18

25 Jan '18

Thanks for sharing Bill. -----Original Message----- From: sbarc-list-bounces(a)lists.netlojix.com [mailto:sbarc-list-bounces@lists.netlojix.com] On Behalf Of sbarc-list-request(a)lists.netlojix.com Sent: Wednesday, January 24, 2018 12:00 PM To: sbarc-list(a)lists.netlojix.com Subject: SBARC-list Digest, Vol 174, Issue 8 Send SBARC-list mailing list submissions to sbarc-list(a)lists.netlojix.com To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit http://lists.netlojix.com/mailman/listinfo/sbarc-list or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to sbarc-list-request(a)lists.netlojix.com You can reach the person managing the list at sbarc-list-owner(a)lists.netlojix.com When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific than "Re: Contents of SBARC-list digest..." Today's Topics: 1. Fwd: New Life for Old Rangers (Bill Talanian) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Wed, 24 Jan 2018 05:10:02 -0800 From: Bill Talanian <w1uuq(a)cox.net> To: sbarc list <sbarc-list(a)lists.netlojix.com> Subject: [Sbarc-list] Fwd: New Life for Old Rangers Message-ID: <18fdbc06-368f-de9d-6332-2b5d436c766d(a)cox.net> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8"; Format="flowed" To: All I use to refer to Ian as the Lone-Ranger being out there by himself on San Miguel for long periods without seeing too many visitors. He is without a doubt one of the finest persons I have worked with over his career at the Park. Ian introduced me to the Park communications system many years ago. He was the single most person responsible for the success of the Channel Islands National Park multiple repeater system. For those who are not acquainted with Ian, he is none other than kd6vwr (E). A true professional Ranger with a host of specialties from diving, firearms, communications, tower climbing, logistics and security. As a volunteer it was my pleasure to accompany Ian to many remote sites and provide a tech-assist. I wish he and Marcella all the best with his new career. Bill Talanian(volunteer) NPS Communications System -------- Forwarded Message -------- Subject: New Life for Old Rangers Date: Tue, 23 Jan 2018 21:21:31 -0800 From: Williams, Ian <ian_williams(a)nps.gov> This month was due to be the end of my career with the National Park Service.? Next week I reach mandatory retirement age from law enforcement and therefore will no longer eligible for the San Miguel Island ranger position in which I've served for the past 25 years.? I was scheduled to be retired from the agency on January 31, but have been fortunate enough to be given a new opportunity here at the park. Today, for the first time in my career, I came to work as something other than a park ranger.? It feels strange to say that after 35 years, and I guess I'll always still think of myself as a ranger, but my job with the NPS is now as a Safety & Occupational Health Specialist.? The job is a one-year term position that can be extended up to four years.? (It's a bit like a continuing resolution, only longer.)? It will give the park a chance to try having a position that is dedicated to safety, and it will give me a chance to try to help the rest of the park staff to make the Channel Islands a safer place to work and visit. For anyone that was planning on getting together with us on February 3rd for a retirement party, I'm happy to report it has been cancelled.? Although it is always fun to see everyone at those events, believe me, I'm a lot happier to still be working with so many of them. Marcella and I came out to San Miguel today for one final tour.? Even though I had to start the new position before the end of the month, I had previously been scheduled out here for one more week to wrap up a few projects and pack up what has been our home for 25 years.? Leaving the island will still be a sad moment, but it's a lot better knowing that I'm not yet leaving the park and the people that make Channel Islands the world's greatest national park. /s/ Ian Williams Safety & Occupational Health Specialist Channel Islands National Park 1901 Spinnaker Drive Ventura, CA ?93001 (805)658-5700 x5971 ian_williams(a)nps.gov <mailto:ian_williams@nps.gov>

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Old Rangers
by Wilmer Haas 24 Jan '18

24 Jan '18

Unlike Old Generals, Old Rangers don't just Fade Away, they just get a New Job! W6DOM....since 1948 -----Original Message----- From: sbarc-list-bounces(a)lists.netlojix.com [mailto:sbarc-list-bounces@lists.netlojix.com] On Behalf Of sbarc-list-request(a)lists.netlojix.com Sent: Wednesday, January 24, 2018 12:00 PM To: sbarc-list(a)lists.netlojix.com Subject: SBARC-list Digest, Vol 174, Issue 8 Send SBARC-list mailing list submissions to sbarc-list(a)lists.netlojix.com To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit http://lists.netlojix.com/mailman/listinfo/sbarc-list or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to sbarc-list-request(a)lists.netlojix.com You can reach the person managing the list at sbarc-list-owner(a)lists.netlojix.com When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific than "Re: Contents of SBARC-list digest..." Today's Topics: 1. Fwd: New Life for Old Rangers (Bill Talanian) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Wed, 24 Jan 2018 05:10:02 -0800 From: Bill Talanian <w1uuq(a)cox.net> To: sbarc list <sbarc-list(a)lists.netlojix.com> Subject: [Sbarc-list] Fwd: New Life for Old Rangers Message-ID: <18fdbc06-368f-de9d-6332-2b5d436c766d(a)cox.net> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8"; Format="flowed" To: All I use to refer to Ian as the Lone-Ranger being out there by himself on San Miguel for long periods without seeing too many visitors. He is without a doubt one of the finest persons I have worked with over his career at the Park. Ian introduced me to the Park communications system many years ago. He was the single most person responsible for the success of the Channel Islands National Park multiple repeater system. For those who are not acquainted with Ian, he is none other than kd6vwr (E). A true professional Ranger with a host of specialties from diving, firearms, communications, tower climbing, logistics and security. As a volunteer it was my pleasure to accompany Ian to many remote sites and provide a tech-assist. I wish he and Marcella all the best with his new career. Bill Talanian(volunteer) NPS Communications System -------- Forwarded Message -------- Subject: New Life for Old Rangers Date: Tue, 23 Jan 2018 21:21:31 -0800 From: Williams, Ian <ian_williams(a)nps.gov> This month was due to be the end of my career with the National Park Service.? Next week I reach mandatory retirement age from law enforcement and therefore will no longer eligible for the San Miguel Island ranger position in which I've served for the past 25 years.? I was scheduled to be retired from the agency on January 31, but have been fortunate enough to be given a new opportunity here at the park. Today, for the first time in my career, I came to work as something other than a park ranger.? It feels strange to say that after 35 years, and I guess I'll always still think of myself as a ranger, but my job with the NPS is now as a Safety & Occupational Health Specialist.? The job is a one-year term position that can be extended up to four years.? (It's a bit like a continuing resolution, only longer.)? It will give the park a chance to try having a position that is dedicated to safety, and it will give me a chance to try to help the rest of the park staff to make the Channel Islands a safer place to work and visit. For anyone that was planning on getting together with us on February 3rd for a retirement party, I'm happy to report it has been cancelled.? Although it is always fun to see everyone at those events, believe me, I'm a lot happier to still be working with so many of them. Marcella and I came out to San Miguel today for one final tour.? Even though I had to start the new position before the end of the month, I had previously been scheduled out here for one more week to wrap up a few projects and pack up what has been our home for 25 years.? Leaving the island will still be a sad moment, but it's a lot better knowing that I'm not yet leaving the park and the people that make Channel Islands the world's greatest national park. /s/ Ian Williams Safety & Occupational Health Specialist Channel Islands National Park 1901 Spinnaker Drive Ventura, CA ?93001 (805)658-5700 x5971 ian_williams(a)nps.gov <mailto:ian_williams@nps.gov>

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Lunar Eclipse on Jan. 31
by Levi C. Maaia, K6LCM 24 Jan '18

24 Jan '18

For those of you who get up early (or stay up late), the second full Moon of January will pass through Earth's shadow, producing a rare "Blue Moon Lunar Eclipse." The Moon won't look blue, however. Researchers are predicting a bright orange eclipse--a forecast based on studies of recent volcanic activity. The partial eclipse will begin at 03:48 PST and totality will be from 04:52 - 06:08. The partial eclipse ends at 07:11. If you don’t want to be up too early, assuming there is no fog, you might get the best views of the final partial phases between 06:15 - 06:45. LCM Levi C. Maaia, K6LCM www.levi.maaia.com +1.805.604.5384 voice/text

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Fwd: New Life for Old Rangers
by Bill Talanian 24 Jan '18

24 Jan '18

To: All I use to refer to Ian as the Lone-Ranger being out there by himself on San Miguel for long periods without seeing too many visitors. He is without a doubt one of the finest persons I have worked with over his career at the Park. Ian introduced me to the Park communications system many years ago. He was the single most person responsible for the success of the Channel Islands National Park multiple repeater system. For those who are not acquainted with Ian, he is none other than kd6vwr (E). A true professional Ranger with a host of specialties from diving, firearms, communications, tower climbing, logistics and security. As a volunteer it was my pleasure to accompany Ian to many remote sites and provide a tech-assist. I wish he and Marcella all the best with his new career. Bill Talanian(volunteer) NPS Communications System -------- Forwarded Message -------- Subject: New Life for Old Rangers Date: Tue, 23 Jan 2018 21:21:31 -0800 From: Williams, Ian <ian_williams(a)nps.gov> This month was due to be the end of my career with the National Park Service. Next week I reach mandatory retirement age from law enforcement and therefore will no longer eligible for the San Miguel Island ranger position in which I've served for the past 25 years. I was scheduled to be retired from the agency on January 31, but have been fortunate enough to be given a new opportunity here at the park. Today, for the first time in my career, I came to work as something other than a park ranger. It feels strange to say that after 35 years, and I guess I'll always still think of myself as a ranger, but my job with the NPS is now as a Safety & Occupational Health Specialist. The job is a one-year term position that can be extended up to four years. (It's a bit like a continuing resolution, only longer.) It will give the park a chance to try having a position that is dedicated to safety, and it will give me a chance to try to help the rest of the park staff to make the Channel Islands a safer place to work and visit. For anyone that was planning on getting together with us on February 3rd for a retirement party, I'm happy to report it has been cancelled. Although it is always fun to see everyone at those events, believe me, I'm a lot happier to still be working with so many of them. Marcella and I came out to San Miguel today for one final tour. Even though I had to start the new position before the end of the month, I had previously been scheduled out here for one more week to wrap up a few projects and pack up what has been our home for 25 years. Leaving the island will still be a sad moment, but it's a lot better knowing that I'm not yet leaving the park and the people that make Channel Islands the world's greatest national park. /s/ Ian Williams Safety & Occupational Health Specialist Channel Islands National Park 1901 Spinnaker Drive Ventura, CA 93001 (805)658-5700 x5971 ian_williams(a)nps.gov <mailto:ian_williams@nps.gov>

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Diablo Peak repeaters
by Bill Talanian 19 Jan '18

19 Jan '18

Diablo Peak Update The former equipment enclosure was decommissioned on 17 January due to the end of life of the AGM battery system. All amateur equipment is in the process of relocation to the main shelter. The 223.92 repeater and the 2-meter 146.655 will be temporarily off the air pending personnel access to the peak to complete the task.

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SBARC General Club Meeting: January 19 - EmComm Discussion
by Levi C. Maaia, K6LCM 16 Jan '18

16 Jan '18

View this email in your browser SBARC General Club Meeting Friday, January 19, 2018 at 7:30 PM Goleta Union School District Board Room 400 North Fairview Avenue in Goleta Amateur radio operators in Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties proved to be valuable assets in the Thomas Fire and now once again with the ongoing Montecito mudslide disaster. As a result of our members' efforts to keep our analog and digital communications systems up-to-date with relevant information about evacuations, firefighting efforts and recovery operations, the ARRL featured SBARC in an article in its weekly email newsletter last week. Everyone on the air rose to the occasion, especially during the critical days of the Thomas Fire. Amatuer radio remains a critical lifeline for those now affected by the disaster in Montecito. At our meeting on Friday, we will host a debriefing and discussion with our membership about what the Club did well and what we can improve upon for future emergency responses. Please join us on Friday to let us know your thoughts on the future of amateur emergency communications in Santa Barbara. We hope to see you all at the meeting! www.sbarc.org

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KF6DI?
by Jay Hennigan 11 Jan '18

11 Jan '18

Has anyone heard from Darryl after the mudslide? -- Jay Hennigan - CCIE #7880 - Network Engineering - jay(a)impulse.net Impulse Advanced Communications - http://www.impulse.net/ Your local telephone and internet company - 805 884-6323 - WB6RDV

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Re: [Sbarc-list] SBARC-list Digest, Vol 174, Issue 4
by theo howe 11 Jan '18

11 Jan '18

Thanks for sharing this Marvin, we need as much accurate info as possible. The SBARC BOD discussed this important subject during our monthly meeting last night. We are now in the process of moving forward with a letter from the Club expressing these concerns. Theo Howe KK6YYZ SBARC Director at Large > On Jan 11, 2018, at 12:00 PM, <sbarc-list-request(a)lists.netlojix.com> <sbarc-list-request(a)lists.netlojix.com> wrote: > > Send SBARC-list mailing list submissions to > sbarc-list(a)lists.netlojix.com > > To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit > https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Flists.netl… > or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to > sbarc-list-request(a)lists.netlojix.com > > You can reach the person managing the list at > sbarc-list-owner(a)lists.netlojix.com > > When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific > than "Re: Contents of SBARC-list digest..." > > > Today's Topics: > > 1. CQ Magazine White Paper on ARRL (Marvin Johnston) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Wed, 10 Jan 2018 17:56:34 -0800 > From: Marvin Johnston <marvin(a)west.net> > To: sbarc <sbarc-list(a)west.net> > Subject: [Sbarc-list] CQ Magazine White Paper on ARRL > Message-ID: <97daaa8d-9aa7-e9ec-6e09-86599f341729(a)west.net> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset=utf-8; format=flowed > > > I just received this, and it provides a couple more points in evaluating > the ARRL controversial (to say the least) board actions. So far, I have > yet to see anything positive about what is happening. The second CQ > Magazine White Paper is at: > > https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fcqnewsroom… > > The first CQ Magazine White Paper is at; > > https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fcqnewsroom… > > Changes Proposed toARRL Governing Documents is at: > > https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fcqnewsroom… > > Also "disturbing is a statement by the League's CEO that it's improper > for the members to have seen these proposed changes before the board has > had an opportunity to discuss and vote on them." > > Marvin, KE6HTS > > > ------------------------------ > > _______________________________________________ > SBARC-list mailing list > SBARC-list(a)lists.netlojix.com > https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Flists.netl… > > > End of SBARC-list Digest, Vol 174, Issue 4 > ******************************************

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