Fitz's Challenge 2017 - call for volunteers
Sent on behalf of Malcom VK1AAH, the lead organiser for WICEN support to the 2017 Fitz's Challenge. As requested below, PLEASE respond to the wicen@crarc.ampr.org mailto:wicen@crarc.ampr.org email address rather than directly to me.
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In the middle of a very busy WICEN season, Fitz's challenge bicycle ride will host more than 1,000 riders on Sunday 29 October and we need about 13 volunteers to assist in the following tasks:
- 4 in shifts at Stromlo Forest Park (WICEN operations and Fitz Challenge operations HQ) from 0600h to approx 1600h.
- 9 operators at 8 checkpoints for safety, coordination and straggler wrangling. Various times start and stop. Note that the 'Gravel Pit' at Murray's Corner on Paddys River Rd gets two shifts to cover 0930 to 1800.
This is a great opportunity for Foundation Licence and newcomers to WICEN to gain experience. We can buddy you up if you do not have the gear or are not yet confident to run solo.
All checkpoints are accessible on sealed roads.
A blank copy of the 2016 roster, is attached as an example as times and locations will be similar in 2017. This shows where the checkpoints are and their opening times.
Coverage on 2m using the Ginini and Isaacs 2m repeaters is adequate at most checkpoints, but a mobile (10W to 60W) with external antenna is recommended.
HQ radio gear and Pedal Power marshal vehicle radios will be installed at Stromlo Park on Saturday 28 October. Help with this is most welcome.
The ride (and checkpoints) are in some of the region's most attractive landscapes and for WICEN operators it provides a pleasant, low noise, dust free bush experience.
Please send responses advising if you are available (and any preferred roles/positions/checkpoints) to the WICEN email address mailto:wicen@crarc.ampr.org wicen@crarc.ampr.org
Thanks
Malcom Harrington +61 (0)409 315 153 malcomh1@bigpond.com mailto:malcomh1@bigpond.com
VK1AAH
Matt,
I will be available for Fitz's this year (it doesn't conflict with JOTA!)
cheers
John VK1ET
On 28/09/2017 19:20, Matt wrote:
Sent on behalf of Malcom VK1AAH, the lead organiser for WICEN support to the 2017 Fitz’s Challenge. As requested below, PLEASE respond to the wicen@crarc.ampr.org mailto:wicen@crarc.ampr.org email address rather than directly to me.
In the middle of a very busy WICEN season, Fitz’s challenge bicycle ride will host more than 1,000 riders on Sunday 29 October and we need about 13 volunteers to assist in the following tasks:
- 4 in shifts at Stromlo Forest Park (WICEN operations and Fitz
Challenge operations HQ) from 0600h to approx 1600h.
- 9 operators at 8 checkpoints for safety, coordination and straggler
wrangling. Various times start and stop. Note that the ‘Gravel Pit’ at Murray's Corner on Paddys River Rd gets two shifts to cover 0930 to 1800.
This is a great opportunity for Foundation Licence and newcomers to WICEN to gain experience. We can buddy you up if you do not have the gear or are not yet confident to run solo.
All checkpoints are accessible on sealed roads.
A blank copy of the 2016 roster, is attached as an example as times and locations will be similar in 2017. This shows where the checkpoints are and their opening times.
Coverage on 2m using the Ginini and Isaacs 2m repeaters is adequate at most checkpoints, but a mobile (10W to 60W) with external antenna is recommended.
HQ radio gear and Pedal Power marshal vehicle radios will be installed at Stromlo Park on Saturday 28 October. Help with this is most welcome.
The ride (and checkpoints) are in some of the region’s most attractive landscapes and for WICEN operators it provides a pleasant, low noise, dust free bush experience.
Please send responses advising if you are available (and any preferred roles/positions/checkpoints) to the WICEN email address wicen@crarc.ampr.org mailto:wicen@crarc.ampr.org
Thanks
Malcom Harrington +61 (0)409 315 153 malcomh1@bigpond.com mailto:malcomh1@bigpond.com
VK1AAH
WICEN-Members mailing list WICEN-Members@crarc.ampr.org http://www.crarc.ampr.org/mailman/listinfo/wicen-members
Hi John
Thanks for offering your time. Do you have a preferred location or time?
HQ should be pretty right and we need a few more in the field.
Cheers
Malcom Harrington +61 (0)409 315 153 malcomh1@bigpond.com mailto:malcomh1@bigpond.com VK1AAH Secretary, Canberra Region Amateur Radio Club
On 8 Oct 2017, at 8:37 PM, John Woolner wyehoota@gmail.com wrote:
Matt,
I will be available for Fitz's this year (it doesn't conflict with JOTA!)
cheers
John VK1ET
On 28/09/2017 19:20, Matt wrote:
Sent on behalf of Malcom VK1AAH, the lead organiser for WICEN support to the 2017 Fitz’s Challenge. As requested below, PLEASE respond to the wicen@crarc.ampr.org mailto:wicen@crarc.ampr.org email address rather than directly to me.
In the middle of a very busy WICEN season, Fitz’s challenge bicycle ride will host more than 1,000 riders on Sunday 29 October and we need about 13 volunteers to assist in the following tasks:
- 4 in shifts at Stromlo Forest Park (WICEN operations and Fitz Challenge operations HQ) from 0600h to approx 1600h.
- 9 operators at 8 checkpoints for safety, coordination and straggler wrangling. Various times start and stop. Note that the ‘Gravel Pit’ at Murray's Corner on Paddys River Rd gets two shifts to cover 0930 to 1800.
This is a great opportunity for Foundation Licence and newcomers to WICEN to gain experience. We can buddy you up if you do not have the gear or are not yet confident to run solo.
All checkpoints are accessible on sealed roads. A blank copy of the 2016 roster, is attached as an example as times and locations will be similar in 2017. This shows where the checkpoints are and their opening times. Coverage on 2m using the Ginini and Isaacs 2m repeaters is adequate at most checkpoints, but a mobile (10W to 60W) with external antenna is recommended. HQ radio gear and Pedal Power marshal vehicle radios will be installed at Stromlo Park on Saturday 28 October. Help with this is most welcome.
The ride (and checkpoints) are in some of the region’s most attractive landscapes and for WICEN operators it provides a pleasant, low noise, dust free bush experience.
Please send responses advising if you are available (and any preferred roles/positions/checkpoints) to the WICEN email address wicen@crarc.ampr.org mailto:wicen@crarc.ampr.org
Thanks
Malcom Harrington +61 (0)409 315 153 malcomh1@bigpond.com mailto:malcomh1@bigpond.com VK1AAH
WICEN-Members mailing list WICEN-Members@crarc.ampr.org mailto:WICEN-Members@crarc.ampr.org http://www.crarc.ampr.org/mailman/listinfo/wicen-members http://www.crarc.ampr.org/mailman/listinfo/wicen-members
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Matt