The final speaker of 2003 was Paula Dowie G8PZT, who gave a talk on "Internet-linked Radio Communications", illustrated by a slide presentation.

She described the various internet linking systems, most notably EchoLink and E-qso, which now enable amateur radio operators to talk to stations all over the world, using nothing more sophisticated than a mobile or hand-held VHF or UHF radio.

The Kidderminster node is on 434.500MHz.

A Christmas social took place in December, attended by over 20 members and guests.

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