Author Archives: kb3plx

WB3DZO Wind Issues

Posted on March 3, 2018 by kb3plx

After more than four years of uninterrupted service, Friday’s wind storm pushed a few of our link antennas out of alignment. We apologise for the inconveniences and will work to get everything restored this week.

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SK Sharon Dobson K3DUH

Posted on January 14, 2018 by kb3plx

Sharon Kay Dobson, 54, of Reisterstown, Maryland, passed away on Sunday, January 14, 2018 in her home. She was born on March 13, 1963, and was the daughter of the late Preston Donald Winemiller and Mary Patricia (Long) Winemiller. She … Continue reading →

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BRATS Bring Yaesu Fusion to MS Challenge Walk

Posted on November 1, 2017 by kb3plx

The BRATS brought out the big guns, bringing our new portable DR-2X repeater to the 2018 MS Challenge Walk in Cambridge, MD. Despite setting up on the wrong side of the hotel, the repeater worked great, providing perfect coverage even … Continue reading →

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BRATS Host 5th Annual Ernie L Walker Memorial JOTA!

Posted on October 23, 2017 by kb3plx

On Saturday, October 21, the BRATS hosted the 5th annual Ernie L. Walker Memorial Jamboree on the Air in conjunction with Scouts and Leaders from the Boy Scouts of America. The BRATS hosted 111 Scouts and over 100 family members … Continue reading →

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Baltimore time lapse

Posted on October 8, 2017 by kb3plx

Updating daily overnight

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BRATS Help Keep MS150 Safe and Smooth!

Posted on July 7, 2017 by kb3plx

The BRATS stepped up this year in the face of declining volunteerism overall, helping deliver over 400 pounds of ice and 20 gallons of water to rest stops, manning rest stops when necessary, assisting with 8 tire changes, and SAGging … Continue reading →

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SK WB3LKB

Posted on June 8, 2017 by kb3plx

It is with great sadness that we pass along the silent key notice for long-time BRATS member Charlie Schnepf WB3LKB. Charlie retired from WMPT, and was a go-to guy for many years for his expertise in audio, video, and ATV. … Continue reading →

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WB3DZO Portable Repeater test success!

Posted on May 13, 2017 by kb3plx

N3GXH, K0RYX, and KB3PLX traveled to Easton, MD on a rainy Saturday for a quick proof of concept/trial run of the portable repeater for the upcoming MS150. Using a smaller 30′ pole tower, the group was able to show only … Continue reading →

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SK W3WVV

Posted on October 23, 2016 by kb3plx

It is with the heaviest of hearts that we report on the passing of one of BRATS’ founders, Heru W3WVV. Visiting hours at Singleton’s Funeral Home, Glen Burnie, Tuesday, Oct 25, 3-5 and 7-9 PM. Memorial service Wednesday at 1:00 … Continue reading →

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BRATS Host Successful JOTA Aboard the NS Savannah!

Posted on October 15, 2016 by kb3plx

The Baltimore Radio Amateur Television society hosted its 4th annual Ernie L. Walker Memorial Jamboree on the Air, introducing over 200 Scouts and family members to amateur radio. The BRATS would like to offer our sincere thanks to Erhard Koehler … Continue reading →

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