Field Day 2024: June 22-23
Proudly Presented by LMARS and the Seminole County ARES Organizations
This year the Lake Monroe Amateur Radio Society and the Seminole County ARES/RACES Group will team up to put on an amazing event. The 24-hour international operating event will be held June 22 & 23. The event will be located at Central Winds Park in Winter Springs. Just below the lower fields. All are welcome!
Click here for the exact GPS location...
Once again coming back for 2024, is the "Blind Guys CW Station", operated by Dave and Tom. Click here to read about this in QST and check out WESH 2 News Coverage of the event, showcasing Dave and Tom operating the "Blind Guys CW Station" to learn more!!
Event Information
Setup starts Saturday 6/22/24 at 10:00 AM. We will have luch for those helping with setup.
Enter Central Winds Park from SR 434 and take your first left on Central Winds Pkwy. When you get to a traffic circle (0.5 miles), take the 2nd exit towards the trees. Go through the gate and stay to the right. Feel free to park in the shade under the trees that the road surrounds.
Operating Information
Setup beings at 10:00 with operating at 2:00
Operating Stations:
- 40 Meter Single Side Band Phone (Captained by Seminole County ARES N1FL)
- 20 Meter Single Side Band Phone (Captained by Kevin KG4PRA and Sean KK4RYN)
- Conventional CW (Captained by Rich WA3SXX, Dave W4CI, and Tom KF4YEY)
- "Blind Guys CW" (Captained by Dave W4CI and Tom KF4YEY)
- Satellite VHF (Captained by Dennis KI4KNC)
- Get on the Air "GOTA" (Captained by Deborah N4BT, Stan WA4NFY, and Joe KQ4AID)
Talk-in: Join the repeater for the event on 147.285 MHz, +600 MHz Offset, with a PL tone of 107.2 Hz
What Should You Bring:
- If you helping with setup bring...Gloves (these will protect your nails & hands); Wear closed toe-shoes; Wear long pants (will help keep bugs off);
- Bring any personal items you may want, a raincoat (it's Florida), and a camp chair.
- If your staying late... bring a headlamp or flashlight.
- If you have any questions let us know.
Dinner is being provided for members and guests of LMARS & SC ARES. Those who registered will be served first.
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