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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260919T091500
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UID:6430-1789809300-1789813800@www.slaarc.com
SUMMARY:VE License Exams
DESCRIPTION:SLAARC will be hosting an amateur radio VE testing session for all license classes (Technician\, General\, and Extra). \nPre-registration is required—walk-ins cannot be accommodated.Please register in advance at: https://www.slaarc.com/license-exams-2/ \nWhat to bring: \n\nValid photo ID\nFCC FRN (required)\nAny current license and/or CSCEs\nCalculator (no phones or internet-enabled devices)\n\nThis is a great opportunity to earn your first license or upgrade. We look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://www.slaarc.com/event/ve-license-exams-6/
LOCATION:Witches Hat Depot Museum\, 300 Dorothy St\, South Lyon\, Mi\, 48178\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260822T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260822T103000
DTSTAMP:20260513T095238
CREATED:20260324T021147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T021147Z
UID:6428-1787390100-1787394600@www.slaarc.com
SUMMARY:VE License Exams
DESCRIPTION:SLAARC will be hosting an amateur radio VE testing session for all license classes (Technician\, General\, and Extra). \nPre-registration is required—walk-ins cannot be accommodated.Please register in advance at: https://www.slaarc.com/license-exams-2/ \nWhat to bring: \n\nValid photo ID\nFCC FRN (required)\nAny current license and/or CSCEs\nCalculator (no phones or internet-enabled devices)\n\nThis is a great opportunity to earn your first license or upgrade. We look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://www.slaarc.com/event/ve-license-exams-5/
LOCATION:Witches Hat Depot Museum\, 300 Dorothy St\, South Lyon\, Mi\, 48178\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260725T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260725T103000
DTSTAMP:20260513T095238
CREATED:20260324T021101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T021101Z
UID:6426-1784970900-1784975400@www.slaarc.com
SUMMARY:VE License Exams
DESCRIPTION:SLAARC will be hosting an amateur radio VE testing session for all license classes (Technician\, General\, and Extra). \nPre-registration is required—walk-ins cannot be accommodated.Please register in advance at: https://www.slaarc.com/license-exams-2/ \nWhat to bring: \n\nValid photo ID\nFCC FRN (required)\nAny current license and/or CSCEs\nCalculator (no phones or internet-enabled devices)\n\nThis is a great opportunity to earn your first license or upgrade. We look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://www.slaarc.com/event/ve-license-exams-4/
LOCATION:Witches Hat Depot Museum\, 300 Dorothy St\, South Lyon\, Mi\, 48178\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260627T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260628T140000
DTSTAMP:20260513T095238
CREATED:20260510T234545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T234545Z
UID:6516-1782568800-1782655200@www.slaarc.com
SUMMARY:Field Day
DESCRIPTION:ARRL Field Day 2026 @ Witch’s Hat Depot in South Lyon \nMore details will be announced as the Events Committee finalizes the details of the new venue and schedule of activities.
URL:https://www.slaarc.com/event/field-day/
LOCATION:Witches Hat Depot Museum\, 300 Dorothy St\, South Lyon\, Mi\, 48178\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260620T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260620T103000
DTSTAMP:20260513T095238
CREATED:20260324T021003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T021003Z
UID:6424-1781946900-1781951400@www.slaarc.com
SUMMARY:VE License Exams
DESCRIPTION:SLAARC will be hosting an amateur radio VE testing session for all license classes (Technician\, General\, and Extra). \nPre-registration is required—walk-ins cannot be accommodated.Please register in advance at: https://www.slaarc.com/license-exams-2/ \nWhat to bring: \n\nValid photo ID\nFCC FRN (required)\nAny current license and/or CSCEs\nCalculator (no phones or internet-enabled devices)\n\nThis is a great opportunity to earn your first license or upgrade. We look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://www.slaarc.com/event/ve-license-exams-3/
LOCATION:Witches Hat Depot Museum\, 300 Dorothy St\, South Lyon\, Mi\, 48178\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260614T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260614T200000
DTSTAMP:20260513T095238
CREATED:20260412T190350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T190350Z
UID:6473-1781461800-1781467200@www.slaarc.com
SUMMARY:June Technical Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our June technical meeting as we welcome back Dennis Dennis KT8X for a special presentation on his recent DXpedition to Bouvet Island. \nLast year\, Dennis joined us to share the plans\, preparation\, and challenges ahead of this ambitious trip. Now\, he’s back to close the loop and give us a firsthand recap of what it actually took to activate one of the rarest and most remote locations on Earth. \nFrom the realities of operating in extreme conditions to the thrill of making contacts from a top “Most Wanted” DXCC entity\, Dennis will walk us through the full experience. Whether you followed the expedition live or are just curious about high-end DXing\, this is a presentation you won’t want to miss!
URL:https://www.slaarc.com/event/june-technical-meeting/
LOCATION:Witches Hat Depot Museum\, 300 Dorothy St\, South Lyon\, Mi\, 48178\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Eric Stoddart":MAILTO:k8ers.radio@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260614T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260614T183000
DTSTAMP:20260513T095238
CREATED:20260412T190904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T190904Z
UID:6481-1781456400-1781461800@www.slaarc.com
SUMMARY:Pre Meeting Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Join SLAARC before the meeting for dinner or drinks at the Witch’s Hat Brewing Company in South Lyon. We will have some fun converstions about ham radio and other topics feel free to join us. We try to order around 5:15 to allow enough time to eat and get to the meeting.
URL:https://www.slaarc.com/event/pre-meeting-dinner-3/
LOCATION:Witch’s Hat Brewing Company\, 601 S Lafayette St\, South Lyon\, MI\, 48178
ORGANIZER;CN="Eric Stoddart":MAILTO:k8ers.radio@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260606T124500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260606T133000
DTSTAMP:20260513T095238
CREATED:20260503T191837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260503T191837Z
UID:6495-1780749900-1780752600@www.slaarc.com
SUMMARY:June Tornado Siren Check
DESCRIPTION:Monthly tornado siren testing please contact Eric Stoddart for a siren location
URL:https://www.slaarc.com/event/june-tornado-siren-check/
ORGANIZER;CN="Eric Stoddart":MAILTO:k8ers.radio@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260530T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260530T103000
DTSTAMP:20260513T095238
CREATED:20260324T020812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T141750Z
UID:6422-1780132500-1780137000@www.slaarc.com
SUMMARY:VE License Exams
DESCRIPTION:SLAARC will be hosting an amateur radio VE testing session for all license classes (Technician\, General\, and Extra). \nPre-registration is required—walk-ins cannot be accommodated.Please register in advance at: https://www.slaarc.com/license-exams-2/ \nWhat to bring: \n\nValid photo ID\nFCC FRN (required)\nAny current license and/or CSCEs\nCalculator (no phones or internet-enabled devices)\n\nThis is a great opportunity to earn your first license or upgrade. We look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://www.slaarc.com/event/ve-license-exams-2/
LOCATION:Witches Hat Depot Museum\, 300 Dorothy St\, South Lyon\, Mi\, 48178\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T203000
DTSTAMP:20260513T095238
CREATED:20260503T191701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260503T191701Z
UID:6492-1779303600-1779309000@www.slaarc.com
SUMMARY:Q2 SLAARC Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome at the Q2 board meeting it will be held via zoom. Adjenda to be published.
URL:https://www.slaarc.com/event/q2-slaarc-board-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Eric Stoddart":MAILTO:k8ers.radio@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T220000
DTSTAMP:20260513T095238
CREATED:20260503T192357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260503T192606Z
UID:6500-1778954400-1778968800@www.slaarc.com
SUMMARY:Hamvention 2026 Camping Potluck
DESCRIPTION:Anyone attending Hamvention is welcome to join the second annual SLAARC potluck in Caesar Creek State Park Campground D/E loop site 115ish. See email for a sign up sheet.
URL:https://www.slaarc.com/event/hamvention-2026-camping-potluck/
LOCATION:Caesar Creek State Park Campground\, 9000 Center Rd\, Wilmington\, OH\, 45117
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T125000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T131000
DTSTAMP:20260513T095238
CREATED:20260503T200337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260503T200337Z
UID:6508-1778935800-1778937000@www.slaarc.com
SUMMARY:Hamvention Club Photo
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, 1:00 PM\, center flagpoles at Hamvention if you have a SLAARC shirt wear it.
URL:https://www.slaarc.com/event/hamvention-club-photo/
LOCATION:Greene County Fair and Expo Center\, 120 Fairground Rd\, Xenia\, OH\, 45385
ORGANIZER;CN="Eric Stoddart":MAILTO:k8ers.radio@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260515T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260515T200000
DTSTAMP:20260513T095238
CREATED:20260503T200537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260503T200537Z
UID:6510-1778869800-1778875200@www.slaarc.com
SUMMARY:Hamvention Friday Night Social
DESCRIPTION:We’re targeting a return to Lock 27 Brewing in Centerville for happy hour on Friday night after the event closes\, a great spot convenient for both campground guests and those staying elsewhere. \n  \nWhile not required\, please consider filling out our RSVP form to help with planning and potential reservations: \nhttps://forms.gle/KSjHsx3xn21E5JC86
URL:https://www.slaarc.com/event/hamvention-friday-night-social/
LOCATION:Lock 27 Brewing\, 1035 S Main St\, Centerville\, OH\, 45458
ORGANIZER;CN="Eric Stoddart":MAILTO:k8ers.radio@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260515
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260518
DTSTAMP:20260513T095238
CREATED:20260503T192028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260503T192028Z
UID:6497-1778803200-1779062399@www.slaarc.com
SUMMARY:Hamvention 2026
DESCRIPTION:Dayton Hamvention is one of the world’s largest annual amateur radio conventions\, or hamfests\, held in the Dayton\, Ohio area each May. Sponsored by the Dayton Amateur Radio Association (DARA)\, it offers activities like new equipment debuts and a large outdoor flea market. Since 2017\, the event has taken place at the Greene County Fairgrounds in Xenia\, Ohio.\nSLAARC member will be attending
URL:https://www.slaarc.com/event/hamvention-2026/
LOCATION:Greene County Fair and Expo Center\, 120 Fairground Rd\, Xenia\, OH\, 45385
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260503T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260503T200000
DTSTAMP:20260513T095238
CREATED:20260324T025359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T190844Z
UID:6439-1777833000-1777838400@www.slaarc.com
SUMMARY:May Technical Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the May SLAARC Technical Meeting as Jerry Grimes K8GNG presents on Radioteletype (RTTY)\, the earliest keyboard-to-keyboard digital communication mode. \nThis session will cover the history of RTTY\, how it works\, and how operators continue to use it today. Whether you’re new to digital modes or already active on FT8\, you’ll find RTTY easy to learn and fun to operate—if you can operate FT8\, you can operate RTTY!
URL:https://www.slaarc.com/event/may-technical-meeting/
LOCATION:Witches Hat Depot Museum\, 300 Dorothy St\, South Lyon\, Mi\, 48178\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260503T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260503T183000
DTSTAMP:20260513T095238
CREATED:20260412T190749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T190749Z
UID:6478-1777827600-1777833000@www.slaarc.com
SUMMARY:Pre Meeting Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Join SLAARC before the meeting for dinner or drinks at the Witch’s Hat Brewing Company in South Lyon. We will have some fun converstions about ham radio and other topics feel free to join us. We try to order around 5:15 to allow enough time to eat and get to the meeting.
URL:https://www.slaarc.com/event/pre-meeting-dinner-2/
LOCATION:Witch’s Hat Brewing Company\, 601 S Lafayette St\, South Lyon\, MI\, 48178
ORGANIZER;CN="Eric Stoddart":MAILTO:k8ers.radio@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260428T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260428T203000
DTSTAMP:20260513T095238
CREATED:20260406T144036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T225842Z
UID:6462-1777402800-1777408200@www.slaarc.com
SUMMARY:Technical Event: Get Started with FT8
DESCRIPTION:Eric K8ERS hosts an online meeting to help get you started with FT8.   In this event\, Eric will help you get WSJT-X installed and guide you through setting up your radio to begin exploring the world of Digital Amateur Radio.   Event details to follow.\nUse Club Zoom Link
URL:https://www.slaarc.com/event/technical-event-get-started-with-ft8/
ORGANIZER;CN="Eric Stoddart":MAILTO:k8ers.radio@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260425T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260425T103000
DTSTAMP:20260513T095238
CREATED:20260324T020454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T020454Z
UID:6419-1777108500-1777113000@www.slaarc.com
SUMMARY:VE License Exams
DESCRIPTION:SLAARC will be hosting an amateur radio VE testing session for all license classes (Technician\, General\, and Extra). \nPre-registration is required—walk-ins cannot be accommodated.Please register in advance at: https://www.slaarc.com/license-exams-2/ \nWhat to bring: \n\nValid photo ID\nFCC FRN (required)\nAny current license and/or CSCEs\nCalculator (no phones or internet-enabled devices)\n\nThis is a great opportunity to earn your first license or upgrade. We look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://www.slaarc.com/event/ve-license-exams/
LOCATION:Witches Hat Depot Museum\, 300 Dorothy St\, South Lyon\, Mi\, 48178\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260424T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260424T190000
DTSTAMP:20260513T095238
CREATED:20260406T143323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T143323Z
UID:6459-1777048200-1777057200@www.slaarc.com
SUMMARY:2-Beer Social: Brewery Becker
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the final friday of each month throughout the year to try a local beer and have conversations about Ham Radio projects! This event moves around each month\, allowing us to try the many vibrant craft breweries and restaurants in the Metro-Detroit area.
URL:https://www.slaarc.com/event/2-beer-social-brewery-becker/
LOCATION:Brewery Becker\, 500 W Main St\, Brighton\, MI 48116
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260418T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260418T235900
DTSTAMP:20260513T095238
CREATED:20260324T022433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T022433Z
UID:6436-1776513600-1776556740@www.slaarc.com
SUMMARY:MI QSO Party
DESCRIPTION:Join operators across the state for the Michigan QSO Party! This annual amateur radio contest is a fun way to get on the air\, make contacts\, and test your operating skills. \nWhile not a SLAARC-sponsored event\, members are encouraged to participate and get Michigan on the air! \nSLAARC Challenge:Let’s see how many members we can get on the air! Whether you’re operating from home\, mobile\, or portable\, jump in and make some contacts. Awards go to the top SLAARC operators \nFind full details\, rules\, and operating times at: https://miqp.org/
URL:https://www.slaarc.com/event/mi-qso-party/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260418T140000
DTSTAMP:20260513T095238
CREATED:20260406T142227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T225113Z
UID:6456-1776506400-1776520800@www.slaarc.com
SUMMARY:Spring Support Your Park - Pontiac Lake
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the quarterly SYP Event!  This event is sponsored by N8LEK and KN4AL and will be held at Pontiac Lake State Park.    The club will meet in the East Shelter to activate the park and get credit for the Support Your Parks POTA event.
URL:https://www.slaarc.com/event/spring-support-your-park-pontiac-lake/
LOCATION:Pontiac Lake Beach – East Shelter\, East Shelter\, Waterford Township\, MI 48327
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260412T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260412T200000
DTSTAMP:20260513T095238
CREATED:20260324T004701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T021850Z
UID:6403-1776018600-1776024000@www.slaarc.com
SUMMARY:April Technical Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the April SLAARC Technical Meeting as club president Eric K8ERS presents on logging software’s \nLogging your contacts is a big part of the hobby—but with so many options out there\, figuring out what to use can be overwhelming. \nAt this month’s technical meeting\, we’ll break it down with a simple\, real-world approach to choosing the right logging program based on how you operate. From casual rag chewing to DX chasing\, contesting\, and portable operations\, we’ll cover the tools that fit each style and platform. \nIf you’ve been sticking with paper\, using something basic\, or just curious what else is out there\, this is a great opportunity to explore your options.
URL:https://www.slaarc.com/event/april-meeting/
LOCATION:Witches Hat Depot Museum\, 300 Dorothy St\, South Lyon\, Mi\, 48178\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260412T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260412T183000
DTSTAMP:20260513T095238
CREATED:20260407T010859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T011013Z
UID:6466-1776013200-1776018600@www.slaarc.com
SUMMARY:Pre Meeting Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Join SLAARC before the meeting for dinner or drinks at the Witch’s Hat Brewing Company in South Lyon. We will have some fun converstions about ham radio and other topics feel free to join us. We try to order around 5:15 to allow enough time to eat and get to the meeting.
URL:https://www.slaarc.com/event/pre-meeting-dinner/
LOCATION:Witch’s Hat Brewing Company\, 601 S Lafayette St\, South Lyon\, MI\, 48178
ORGANIZER;CN="Eric Stoddart":MAILTO:k8ers.radio@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260404T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260404T133000
DTSTAMP:20260513T095238
CREATED:20260331T022027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T022027Z
UID:6450-1775307600-1775309400@www.slaarc.com
SUMMARY:Tornado Siren Testing
DESCRIPTION:Monthly tornado siren testing please contact Eric Stoddart for a siren location
URL:https://www.slaarc.com/event/tornado-siren-testing/
ORGANIZER;CN="Eric Stoddart":MAILTO:k8ers.radio@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260327T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260327T190000
DTSTAMP:20260513T095238
CREATED:20260324T012406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T015307Z
UID:6410-1774629000-1774638000@www.slaarc.com
SUMMARY:Two-Beer Social
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the final friday of each month throughout the year to try a local beer and have conversations about Ham Radio projects! This event moves around each month\, allowing us to try the many vibrant craft breweries and restaurants in the Metro-Detroit area. \nThis month we’ll be meeting at Drafting Table Brewing\, in Wixom Michigan.
URL:https://www.slaarc.com/event/two-beer-social/
LOCATION:Drafting Table Brewing Company\, 49438 Pontiac Trail\, Wixom\, MI\, 48393
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