Many thanks to Bharath M. Palavalli (VU3GLJ), who shares the following post, originally published on his website: Preparing a backpack for field operations by Bharath (VU3GLJ) I’ve been talking about field operations and a backpack preference for all radio equipment since I’ve started documenting my journey. I’ve finally managed to start putting things together for […]
Before we get to Ian’s excellent post, a quick note from Thomas: I’ve been editing a number of my recent field activation videos, and one thing I’ve heard myself say over and over is, “I long ago gave up the idea of the concept of a failed activation.“ Band conditions over the past few weeks […]
by Thomas (K4SWL) On Saturday, June 20, 2026, my wife and I decided to spend the day exploring one of the most remarkable places along Scotland’s southeastern coastline: Siccar Point. The Siccar Point Site of Significant Scientific Interest (GB-1358) is tucked away in the Scottish Borders overlooking the North Sea. I’d been eyeing this park […]
by Sarah Aspen (VA1ASP) I’m Sarah Aspen, VA1ASP. To celebrate Canada Day, I thought it would be fun to try to do POTA activations of 5 National Historic Sites. When I woke up early, the sun was just over the horizon, and the weather promised to be amazing. I got up early and rode my […]
by Ron Parks (WB5DYG) June 25, 2026 A few months ago, my family and I began the process of relocating from San Tan Valley, Arizona to a new home in Tennessee. Quite a process, and my station had to get packed up early for the realtors who simply do not appreciate the beauty of ham […]
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