I'd like to thank Horace(K7ORY) for keeping our Club's roster up to date and full of useful information. As I look over his latest effort, I find that some 60+% of members are in name only, and we never see them at meetings. The other 30+% are either regulars or attend at times. At the last meeting, only a handful came. Unless we get better support, our Club as we know it will someday cease to be. Loyalty to any organization is more than just paying dues, and the bottom line is for active participation like coming to meetings to share experiences and expertise in Amateur Radio. Thirty five of our seventy five members are Extra Class and should possess a wealth of knowledge and experience. It sure would be nice to tap into that expertise as I'm sure they have a lot to offer. Bob(N7KTP) puts out an excellent Newsletter every month, and some I've talked to never read it. Why?

Any comments on the above will be appreciated. How can we save the Club? If we get the Undersea Museum space for a ham station, we'll need many more members to man it.

We will also be looking for some new officers for the coming year, so volunteers are in order. As my effort as President winds down, I'd like to thank the many who have championed the effort to make our Club as great as it is, and I know that many who have labored much are now receiving the reward. It's up to us to continue their effort and help the Club survive. (Sermon for the month!) P.S. Russ and John even bring sweet rolls as a reward for attending the meeting. Come and bring a friend and offer support to the Club as needed. Cheers.

73 Jerry Turner, K9CCZ.

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Hurricane Katrina dealt a devastating blow to the Gulf Coast states last week. As you listen to the reports and analysis of the preparedness, did you give any thought about your state of readiness for a natural disaster? The website at http://www.ready.gov provides a wealth of information on personal preparedness for disasters as individuals, families and communities. Take a look and see how well you are prepared..

Another reminder. At the July business meeting, President Jerry announced that he is resigning from his post as club president effective 1 December. Vice President Bob stated that he will not be able to take an office next year because of personal reasons. The nomination and election of club officers takes place at the December dinner meeting. There is just a short time to think about who will lead the club next year

The club offices are listed on the newsletter mail page. Look over the list and think about the office you would consider or else who would make a good candidate. If somebody approaches you and asks you to consider a position, listen and give some thought to it. After all, they have confidence that you have the qualifications for the office you are being asked to consider.

NKARC is an active club with many interesting programs and presentations. Club members represent many diverse aspects of amateur radio and they are willing to share their experiences and expertise. The club has had exceptional leadership but the leadership must change to avoid stagnation and to introduce new ideas. Take an office and help continue the action.

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The August presentation meeting was a picnic and a "swapfest" in the patio shelter at Viking Park. Club members sorted through the material in the shack and in the garage and probably emade the XYL happy. Others picked up pieces for the new antenna or project needed but could not be afforded at market price.

The club provided hot dogs and coffee. Russ Swank brought his famous pot of beans. Others brought a wide variety of: salads, side dishes, desserts, and drinks.

Guests included spouses, friends, girlfriends and children. There were many stories about the one that got away. (DX contact that is) in spite of the "poor" propagation.

Considering the good turnout and the fine social atmosphere, it may be a good idea to schedule a few more "pot-luck" socials during the year. The next club social event is the annual Christmas party. Watch the newsletter for further details.

This article will focus on links that hopefully will be sources of desired information that you haven't found yet.

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Wiki link for Communications info in the disaster area.

http://www.radioreference.com/wiki/index.php/Hurricane_Katrina

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The Hurricane Katrina Survivor List is currently operational at: www.gulfcoastnews.com

<http://www.gulfcoastnews.com>

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Katrina internet scams -- They are out there, don't get caught in one.

http://techrepublic.com.com/2100-1009_11-845695.html?tag=nl.e019

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Chris Collura and Jeff Gammons have made a documentary that is free for viewing to everyone. Here is the link from Chris's site. Looks like a few things are still being worked on but there is a lot there right now for everyone to view. These are the guys that shot the storm chaser footage that you may have seen on the news.

http://www.sky-chaser.com/kat05.htm

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If you have not yet had ICS/MIMS training now is a good time to get it. Especially if you have a desire to deploy to the affected area. On line courses are available thru FEMA at http://www.usfa.fema.gov/training/nfa/independent/.

(Bill will be happy to answer any questions you may have. See the email link at the bottom of his page.) Then check into the traffic nets and listen to the net procedures as the "regulars" handle traffic.

Here is the list of HF NTS nets for our Section. All frequencies are listed in MHz.

Also, there are local (VHF/UHF) nets that receive and send traffic to the HF nets listed above. See

http://www.arrl.org/FandES/field/nets/client/index.html

I've had several Hams remind me that this event should be a trigger for us to check our own 72 hour and go kits. Do you have at least a week's supply of meds available where ever you are? Are you prepared for our disaster?

73, Ed, N7NVP

Sept. 14th -- Presentation meeting -- 7:30 PM– Viking Park Clubhouse – Kitsap County Emergency Services Communication Vehicle – Ed Bruette, N7NVP

Sept. 17th -- VE testing Community Room, Poulsbo Library, 700 NE Lincoln St., Poulsbo. Doors open at 9am. Picture ID, original and photocopy of current amateur radio license and pending CSCE's needed. Cost of session is $14.00. Cash only – No checks accepted. Questions please call Horace, K7ORY at 360-779-2215.

Sept. 28th – Business Meeting – 7:30 PM – Viking Park Clubhouse

Oct, 11th – Presentation Meeting – 7:30 PM – Viking Park Clubhouse – To be announced.

Oct. 15th -- VE testing Community Room, Poulsbo Library, 700 NE Lincoln St., Poulsbo. Doors open at 9am. Picture ID, original and photocopy of current amateur radio license and pending CSCE's needed. Cost of session is $14.00. Cash only – No checks accepted. Questions please call Horace, K7ORY at 360-779-2215

Oct. 25th – Business Meeting -- 7:30 PM – Viking Park Clubhouse

DXCC Desk approves operations for DXCC credit: The ARRL DXCC Desk has approved these operations for DXCC credit: KH9/AH8H, Wake Island, for operations in 2003 and 2004; TT8BZ, Chad, March 31-August 23, 2005; 5X1B, Uganda, August 3-12, 2005. For more information, visit the DXCC Web page

<http://www.arrl.org/awards/dxcc/>.

"DXCC Frequently Asked Questions" can answer most questions about the DXCC program

<http://www.arrl.org/awards/dxcc/>.

ARRL DX bulletins are available on the W1AW DX Bulletins page

<http://www.arrl.org/w1aw/dx/>.

Washington State is heavily depends heavily on Amateur Radio to provide support and emergency communications during an emergency. Kitsap County Department of Emergency Management invested heavily in a mobile communications vehicle to provide emergency communications in the field. The vehicle is equipped with communications equipment to operated on amateur and public service frequencies at the same time. It is capable of being transported to virtually area and operate for extended periods. ARRL Section Manager Ed Bruette, N7NVP, will make a presentation at the presentation meeting on September 14^th at Viking Park Field House at 7:30 PM describing the vehicle, its equipment and its operating capabilities. Come and see what Kitsap County is doing in case of a tragedy.

Kitsap DEM requires that those participating in emergency communications when the system is activated have a DEM identification card. Is your card active, i.e., not expired. Check it and be sure you’re ready for service when required.