Over the last few weeks a group of VC ACS/ARES members have been working to get on the air using Winlink on HF and VHF. This is to prepare for a “ShakeOut” exercise on Oct 17.
We have our next Zoom meeting this Wednesday, September 9, at 7 p.m. where we’ll review the simulated earthquake scenario, how to complete the DYFI form, test results using Winlink under conditions of low power and discuss a VHF comms exercise as part of the ShakeOut event.
If you would like to join us there is still ample time to get on the air using Winlink and participate in the ShakeOut. If you are not ready to work digital ops just yet, the VHF comms exercise is simplex phone and may be more to your liking.
The Zoom meeting details maybe found at this link:
http://www.cvarc.org/2020/08/30/preparation-begins-for-dyfi-shakeout-event-october-17/
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Andy Moorwood-K3CAQ
Ted Lansing-W6TEL, SK
Ted Lansing-W6TEL, SK was remembered in a moving “End of Watch” ceremony during the July 14, 2020 ACS County net:
Ted became ham in 2008. His interest in emergency communication and CERT activities led him to become a member of the Ventura County Auxiliary Communications Service (ACS) and he served at the Emergency Coordinator (EC) for Area 3 (Camarillo-Somis).
Continue reading “Ted Lansing-W6TEL, SK”Business Closures Return as Covid-19 Cases Increase
As the number of Covid-19 cases continues to rise, Governor Gavin Newsom ordered a number of previously reopened business to close again.
All counties are required to close indoor operations of restaurants, wineries, tasting rooms, movie theaters, family entertainment centers, zoos, museums, card rooms and all bars.
Ventura County is one of 30 counties also ordered to close additional businesses including indoor fitness centers, places of worship, offices for non-critical sectors, hair salons, barbershops and indoor malls.
July ACS-ARES Meeting On Zoom
The July ACS-ARES meeting will be held on Zoom July 6, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. (1900 PDT) rather than the usual time of 7:30 p.m. Zoom login information is below.
The meeting is open to all, members, non-members, and the curious. Anyone interested in what we do is encouraged to attend. Feel free to pass on this information to others you believe might be interested.
Continue reading “July ACS-ARES Meeting On Zoom”New Closures in Ventura County
Following new State guidance, Ventura County will close indoor operations for certain sectors which promote the mixing of populations beyond households and make adherence to physical distancing with face coverings difficult. The following sectors may only operate outdoor operations with appropriate modifications, including physical distancing and face coverings: Dine-in Restaurants, Family Entertainment Centers, Zoos and Museums. In addition, all brewpubs, breweries, bars, pubs, wineries and tasting rooms must close indoor and outdoor operations. Movie theaters and cardrooms are not allowed to operate at this time. The closures will last for at least three weeks. Read the latest updates on Ventura County orders.
Beaches Closed 4th of July Weekend
Ventura County beaches have been ordered closed for the 4th of July weekend due to an increased threat from COVID-19. Also traditional fireworks shows in the county have been cancelled. Click here for the complete story in the Ventura County Star.
Zoom Meeting on County-Wide Field Day Events
A Zoom meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. to discuss the Ventura County events set for ARRL Field Day, June 27-28, 2020. These events have been planned by the Ventura County amateur radio clubs and all hams are encouraged to attend. For more information, see Six Ways to Get the Most Out of Field Day Even If We Can’t Be Together on the http://www.cvarc.org website.
Topic: County Wide Field Day Events
Time: Jun 17, 2020 07:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85937919877?pwd=UDhOVGRRS3ozcDEyaktmc2F6RTdPZz09
Meeting ID: 859 3791 9877
Password: 394854
Stay Well VC Order Extended as More Businesses Reopen
The latest revision of the Ventura County health order extends quarantines and social distancing until June 14, 2020. However, the gradual reopening of the county continues as part of State’s Roadmap to reopening. Read the latest order.
Special restrictions on people 70 and over have been lifted. The state has also cleared the way for the reopening of indoor shopping malls, provided they follow safe opening requirements such a limiting store capacity to less than 50%.
The County moved forward with Stage 2 of the reopening on May 8, 2020 and has amended its order several times since then. “Our community has worked so hard to social distance and to slow the spread of COVID-19 in our County. As we move further into Stage 2, we must do so with caution. We must continue to practice social distancing and businesses must make modifications needed to lower the risk of COVID-19 exposure. This will help keep our numbers low so we can continue to move forward,” said Public Health Officer Doctor Robert Levin.
ACS/ARES May Meeting on Zoom
Our May ACS/ARES District Meeting will be conducted on Zoom. Below is the information you’ll need to join us. Please note that the meeting starts at 7:00 P.M. (1900) rather than our usual 7:30 P.M. The meeting is open to anyone interested in what we do, members, non-members and the curious. Please join us if you can.
Time: May 4, 2020 07:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://zoom.us/j/99396618685?pwd=WTV5T2IxbUwrQURCcWt0YlMyMmlUUT09
Meeting ID: 993 9661 8685
Password: 945454
Continue reading “ACS/ARES May Meeting on Zoom”Thousand Oaks Police Salute ARES Operators During National Volunteer Week
Thousand Oaks Police Chief Jim Fryhoff thanked Amateur Radio Emergency Services (ARES) Operators for their service as part of #NationalVolunteerWeek2020. The recognition included the video below and posts on social media sites Twitter and Nextdoor.