VVARA

The Amateur's Code

The radio amateur is:

CONSIDERATE... never knowingly operates in such a way as to lessen the pleasure of others.
LOYAL... offers loyalty, encouragement, and support to other amateurs, local clubs, and the American Radio Relay League, through which amateur radio in the United States is represented nationally and internationally.
PROGRESSIVE... with knowledge abreast of science, a well-built and efficient station and operation above reproach.
FRIENDLY... slow and patient operating when requested; offers friendly advice and counsel to the beginner; kind assistance, cooperation, and consideration for the interests of others. These are the hallmarks of the amateur spirit.
BALANCED... radio is an avocation, never interfering with duties owed to family, job, school, or community.
PATRIOTIC... station and skills are always ready for service to country and community.

--The original Radio Amateur's Code was written by Paul M. Segal, W9EEA, in 1928.

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Christmas Luncheon - December 3, 2022

A good time was had by all at the annual VVARA Christmas Luncheon. We returned for the second year to Randall's Restaurant in Cottonwood for good food, good times and good friends.

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November Club Meeting

Special thanks to Jim "Repo" Sanders for an interesting presentation on military and civilian aviation communications and flying in general. Also of note was the election of the VVARA Board of Directors for 2023:
President: Steve Pearson, KC7TIL
Vice President: Bill Jackson, KC7ILX
Treasurer: Don Sears, N7PLL
Secretary: Rod Rosenbarger, KI6FH
Director at Large: Bob Thompson, KC8BOB (appointed)