Jim Smith was an active member of the BC DX Club and the Orca DX and Contest Club.
As the BC coordinator for the Pacific Northwest Challenge, for many years he looked after the collection of scores for the inter-club contest trophy -- the Pacific Northwest Cup -- and was a frequent attendee at club meetings.
Jim was an avid contester who enjoyed working all modes -- especially CW and RTTY. A true mentor at heart, he often hosted "newbies" at his Vancouver home to introduce them to contesting. Many a new contester was given real experience operating "in the fray" and encouraged to keep honing their skills.
Our condolences to Jim's family and his many friends at home and around the world. He will be missed.
A moving tribute to Jim Smith by John Schouten, VE7TI, was published in Surrey Amateur Radio Communications' The Communicator. |
