350 attend Emcommwest in Reno

Emcommwest, an ARRL Specialty Convention sported a record crowd of over 350 people this year in Reno, Nevada.

Keynote speaker, Dennis Dura, K2DCD Emergency Preparedness and Response Manager from the ARRL said that he was delighted with the convention and that he just may have to make this event one of his regular visiting sites.

Riley Hollingsworth, K4ZDH special council of the FCCs enforcement Bureau, thanked amateur radio emergency communicators for their hard work with disasters and for assisting many served agencies. He said that amateurs should be commended for their work in support to their nation and local communities.

Mr. Ham Radio, Gordon West, WB6NOA came in from southern California, as a forum presenter and banquet speaker. His presentation kept the capacity crowd on their toes as he did one of his famous presentations, this time with a piece of smoking gear, allegedly purchased at the Saturday morning swap meet. This was one of the highlights of the weekend.

Emcommwest will be back next year May 1-3 once again in Reno. For pictures of the event, check the Emcommwest website