This year the F.O.C. will celebrate its 75th anniversary. A number of different members in the 7th call area will be using the K7FOC call sign during the month of May, 2013, to celebrate the event. A number of other special FOC call signs will also be operating on the bands during May.

***During the Month of May the K7FOC call sign operator assignments will be as follows:
KF7E - May 1 – May 11
W7GKF – May 12 – May 22
AC2K – May 23 – May 31

Founded in 1938 and with its roots, history and management in the UK, the First Class CW Operators' Club (FOC) promotes good CW (Morse code) operating, activity, friendship and socializing via its worldwide membership of approximately 500. Members are active on all HF bands and the character of the club is best expressed in its motto:
"A man should keep his friendship in constant repair" - Samuel Johnson (1755).

FOC MEMBERS AIM TO….
• Foster and encourage a high standard of CW operating ability and behavior on the amateur bands.
• Observe the license conditions and principles of band planning.
• Be considerate to other amateurs at all times.
• Protect the future of the hobby through being active, encouraging newcomers and supporting a national society.
 For more information including how to become a member, please visit the Club's own site at www.G4FOC.org
 

K7FOC Trustee - AC2K, Redmond, Washington