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# November Newsletter
- URL: https://ghost.ke0pou.com/november-newsletter/
- Published: 2025-11-27T02:08:19.000Z
- Updated: 2025-11-27T02:08:19.000Z
- Author: Justin Bonjour
- Tags: Newsletter, Club News

**Next Meeting: December 11th at 6:30 PM**  
Join us at the Cerro Gordo County Emergency Management Center for our  
monthly meeting on December 11th at 6:30 PM. The club remains a bit stagnant with  
nothing much happening lately, so let's change that—bring fresh ideas for activities like  
digital workshops, antenna projects, or casual get-togethers to spark some energy! At our  
November meeting, we had a nomination for president: Russ (KF0JOU). We'll continue  
nominations and hold elections if ready. Bring your thoughts or questions. New  
members and visitors are always welcome!

**October Nets Recap**  
Our October nets had 24 check-ins across four Sunday sessions—a decent  
showing, but room to grow! Join us every Sunday at 6:30 PM on the repeater to connect  
and practice. We always need net controls! It's an easy way to help—contact Justin  
(N0JBE) at JB@N0JBE.com to volunteer or get tips. Starting in January, we'll roll out a  
regular net control schedule to keep things steady.

**ARES Update:** Operators Needed and Nets Underway  
We're continuing to recruit for the Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES) to  
strengthen emergency comms in Cerro Gordo County. To join, complete the ARRL's  
basic training (on their site) and send proof to Justin (N0JBE) at JB@N0JBE.com—no  
experience needed, we'll train you! Our ARES nets are now running every Wednesday at  
7:00 PM on the 147.315 repeater (DCS 047)—FM mode. The first Wednesday each  
month is simplex on 147.570 MHz. Join to practice and stay ready!

**APRS Basics:** How It Works and Key Components  
APRS (Automatic Packet Reporting System) lets hams send real-time data like  
positions, weather, or messages over radio, often with GPS for tracking—packets are  
relayed and viewable on sites like aprs.fi. A digipeater receives and retransmits packets  
to extend local range, while an iGate forwards them to the internet for worldwide access.  
Interested in APRS for events or emergencies? Discuss at the next meeting—it's a great  
tech addition to your setup!

**Upcoming Events:** Mark Your Calendars!  
Winter Field Day (WFD): January 24th–25th, 2026\. A W0MCW event open to all  
hams—prepare your winter portable setup. Details soon.

**Solar Weather Outlook**  
October Recap: Solar activity in October was moderate, with sunspot numbers  
around 105 and solar flux near 156 SFU, featuring occasional M-class flares and quiet  
geomagnetic conditions supporting stable HF propagation.  
November/December Outlook: As of November, 2025, activity is low with  
sunspot number 74 and flux at 119 SFU; recent flares peaked at C1-class, with  
geomagnetic Kp=3.67 (quiet) and solar wind \~452 km/sec. Forecasts: 15% M-class  
flares, low storm risks (5-15% minor at mid-latitudes), with a coronal hole wind  
possibly arriving Nov 26-27 for minor high-latitude disturbances. HF implications:  
Quiet conditions favor stable higher bands (10m-20m) daytime, lower bands (40m-80m)  
at night; Solar Cycle 25 near peak with declining cosmic rays. Check spaceweather.com  
for updates and share QSOs on the net!

**Station Spotlight:**  
submit your station to be featured in the next newsletter. This is your spot in the  
newsletter to use as a show and tell!