*ARRL sanctioned Palm Springs Hamfest January 29, 2011*

An invitation by: The Desert Radio Amateur Transmitting Society of Palm Springs

The *Desert RATS* are inviting you and your groups members to attend "Palm Springs Hamfest 2011"... January 29.

We would like your help in making this years event surpass the 600 attendee mark to beat last years event!~

Could you please forward the attached information sheet by e-mail to all your members… perhaps mention it on your NET… publish it in your Newsletter…list it on your Events Calendar…link our site on yours and mention it at your next couple of meetings! Helping us get the word out would really be great! The mild desert weather is perfect at that time of year. Make it a club outing!

On air NETS are already a -buzz tell your pals.

Our Swap Meet was a big draw last year as well, with over 40 vendors selling their wares. There is room for more so bring your stuff (no fee charged to sellers means better prices for you!) We have a consignment table with experienced Hams selling for you if you want us to sell your gear for a small fee.~~We almost sold out last year.

Lest I forget, we have a gourmet food service at a bargain price. Raffles every hour. Our event as all about great deals in these tough times.

This year we’ll have ICOM, Yaesu, HRO , DX Store, Byonics, RF Stuff, AMSAT, ARRL, Alpine Antennas and 15 more...the list is getting longer ~~check our website Forum for up to date announcements see below

Come join us for a fun Day with some great buying opportunities! It is worth the drive! Meet Gordon West, Clint Bradford " the Satellite Guy", Leo Meyers and all the ARRL guys from our Division.

I look forward to seeing you at our 2nd annual ARRL Sanctioned Palm Springs Hamfest January 29, 2011

Please pass these links to your Newsletter editor and webmaster and ask them to post information on your Newsletter, Events calendar and web site........

" The Desert RATS" WEB SITE: http://desertrats.am

LINK to our up to date current information on our Forum http://desertrats.17.forumer.com/viewtopic.php?t=310

73 ....Peter VE7REZ /w6

President --- Desert Radio Amateur Transmitting Society of Palm Springs

" The Desert RATS"

http://desertrats.am

Palm Springs Hamfest January 29, 2011 .....come join us under the Palm Trees

Where else can you have a full day of entertainment for a 10 dollar bill ...a tank of gas & maybe come home with a prize and free samples?