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Social Networking on sites like Facebook, Twitter, and down the pike “Google+” is a fact of life in today’s society. However, as Ham Radio Operators, I think we can all agree that Amateur Radio far outdates all of these platforms in terms of exchanging information, building social networks and friendships.

This does not exclude the fact that more modern advances in social networking and communication can augment our hobby. Facebook and Twitter have been used by countless Hams across the world to further connect when we can’t manage an on-air QSO. In this article we’ll look at Twitter.com in particular, and how Hams across the world are using it to connect with each other. ...

A Special Event Station GB4SLB is being run on June 4th and 5th, to mark the 150th anniversary of Selsey Lifeboat Station.

It is being run by Pete M6PAP and Peter G4LKW with other members of the Worthing & District Amateur Radio Club helping as well.

Main band should be 40mts that's what we are aiming for dependant on conditions over the 48 hours, we aim to get as much air time as possible.
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