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2008 Nutmeg Hamfest
and ARRL Connecticut State Convention
Our 16th Year!
Sunday, October 12th, 2008 8AM - 2PM

Interference to and from Amateur Radio Stations
Causes, Cures, Cases, and Cautions
Presented by ARRL Lab Supervisor Ed Hare, W1RFI
"There are two kinds of Hams", according to Ed. "Those who have had interference issues, and those who will".
Whichever group you belong to, don't miss Ed's lively presentation.

YCCC October Meeting at The Nutmeg Hamfest

The Yankee Clipper Contest Club will hold their annual October meeting and demonstration at the Nutfest. Whether you're an active contester, casual participant, or just curious about radio contesting, you'll want to come out and see what's going on as we swing into contest season.

The Nutmeg Hamfest will once again host our popular demonstration of Emergency Communications Vehicles and Equipment including go-kits for personal use. You'll be able to get up-close and personal looks at what others are doing, and get advice and ideas that you can incorporate into your own setup. Just one more thing that makes the Nutfest Southern New England's Biggest and Best Hamfest.

SUNDAY - October 12th, 2008
At the Beautiful MountainRidge Resort
300 High Hill Road, Wallingford, Conn.

Talk-in 147.36 R, +600, no PL
Click here for Vendor Information
Click here for map and directions -- and important GPS info
Click here for the schedule of events

Gates open 6:00 AM for Tailgating and Inside Vendor Setup
New! Earlier opening -- Building open at 8AM to 1PM for the general public

Note: No one except inside vendors and staff will be
admitted into the building prior to 8:00

Biggest and Best in the TriState area and Southern New England
Less than 2 hours from NYC, LI, NJ, Boston, and Albany
Over 125 indoor spaces -- reserve early, these generally sell out
Unlimited tailgating space
Plenty of Free, Safe and Secure Parking
Best Hamfest Food Anywhere (really!)

See the latest from:

Radios, Antennas, Tuners, DC Power Accessories, Batteries, Connectors, Adapters, Wire, Coax, Books, Surplus Electronics, Call Sign Hats and Badges, etc.

Our 2008 exhibitors include:

Quicksilver Radio Products
KJI Electronics
Battery Tech
Lentini Communications
West Mountain Radio
ManualMan
Radio Oasis
ITEK Electronic Surplus
Hambroidery.com

plus many more
check back often as even more vendors sign up for the 2008 Nutfest

Our Featured Speakers:

	ARRL Lab Supervisor Ed Hare, W1RFI, will speak on interference issues. Ed is not only a nationally recognized expert on RFI, but he's also a great speaker with a rare gift -- explaining technical topics in clear and understandable English, while making you smile and even laugh out loud.
	The Yankee Clipper Contest Club is the largest and most successful radiosport organization in the Northeastern US. Big Gun? Little Pistol? Or just want to learn more? YCCC will have a great presentation, with experts on hand to answer questions on how to get started and how to improve your score.
	ARRL Forum with Betsey Doane, K1EIC, CT Section Manager; Tom Frenaye, K1KI, New England Division Director; and Mike Raisbeck, K1TWF, N.E. Vice Director

We will give away major prizes every 30 minutes starting at 12 Noon

	1st Prize: Yaesu FT-1802M Two Meter Mobile Transceiver. By special arrangement with Lentini Communications
	2nd Prize: ICOM V-82 Two Meter Handheld Transceiver. By special arrangement with KJI Electronics
	3rd Prize: Alinco DM-330 30 Amp Power Supply. By special arrangement with Radio Oasis.
	4th Prize: NoMic sound card interface, generously donated by West Mountain Radio.
	5th Prize: NoMic sound card interface, generously donated by West Mountain Radio.

Winners must be present to claim all prizes

Many more great door prizes will be given away throughout the event

VE Info: Don Mitchell, KE1AY dmitchell1273@SBCGLOBAL.Net
Vendor Info: Click here
Flyer: Click here
Questions?: nutmeginfo@nutmeghamfest.com