The Big White Winter Rally is back in the Okanagan Valley! The Organizing Group is working hard on putting together a first class national event, but they can't do it without your help!
While a lot of work and planning goes into organizing a stage rally, some details can not be decided till the last moment.
That being said, here is what the tentative plan looks like at the moment:
Thursday Dec 4: Service park setup
Friday Dec 5: Tech, Recce, Stage setup
Saturday Dec 6: Stages Stages Stages
Sunday Dec 7: Clean up
As always, the work would be setting up stages, manning time controls, road blocking, stage security and many other jobs with great viewing locations.
Amateur Radio Operators are needed for various duties during stages, but mainly road blocking and time controls. So the greatest need for radio operators is on Saturday. And, of course, if you have time and want to join the fun early on it will be greatly appreciated!
BWWR organisers will provide lodging and Saturday lunch. The plan is to have a banquet after the event Saturday night.
Amateur Radio Operators are integral for the safety of a rally event. The event will not be possible without the support of the local radio community. Please consider coming out to Big White this December and helping out.
Volunteer registration form is now live: https://forms.gle/CqcNi8KqgYNimjLt7
Please reach out with any questions to
Hope to see you at Big White this December,
Polina Sergeyenko
VA7POLPolina Sergeyenko
Mike VE7KPZ adds: if you have not volunteered as a radio operator for a performance rally before, I highly recommend hitting me up (email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. ) for a chat before you do. I can further explain what goes into these events and how to make your experience the best it can be. With that knowledge you will be prepared for what I think is one of the most exciting and challenging things we can do with amateur radio service. As well, search the NORAC website for previous event reports. And of course, keep an eye on the BWWR Facebook page.