Field Day Revisited
Ok, so yesterday I decided to tackle Field Day again. I had the data cable problem resolved and figured I’d try the antenna test I’d planned for Saturday. First up was the Blue Star P1. I tuned up for 40M … Continue reading →
Monthly Archives: June 2008
Field Day Revisited
Ok, so yesterday I decided to tackle Field Day again. I had the data cable problem resolved and figured I’d try the antenna test I’d planned for Saturday. First up was the Blue Star P1. I tuned up for 40M … Continue reading →
Field Day Fiasco
Well, where do I begin with what went wrong today? It all started when I got the our site and went to unload the generator. Having loaded it into the truck last night, I’d used my security cable to lock … Continue reading →
Field Day Preps
Well, tonight I’ll be putting the finishing touches on my preps for tomorrow. I need to top off the batteries and put new ones in the analyzer (can’t find my stinkin’ charger). I ran the generator a little bit the … Continue reading →
Go Box
Well, we had a go-box contest at last night’s ARES meeting. I have to say I was impressed with my buddy Scott’s setup. He rightfully deserved 1st place. I was happy to take 2nd, though. I was going to post … Continue reading →
P1 Success!!
Well, after long last I’ve finally managed to make contact with the new P1 antenna. I’m a bit disappointed that the 1.5 SWR I experienced when I set it up indoors climbed to about 5 outside. I’m not really sure … Continue reading →
Post Camping Follow-Up
Well, we survived. I meant to post an update last night but I guess after cleaning off the dirt and grime, unpacking, and everything else it slipped my mind. I have to say that even with the minor difficulties we … Continue reading →
A Storm She Is A Brewin’
We had a difficult night last night. The air mattress has a leak, the pad is worthless, and the self-inflating pad needed to be exercised before we needed it, not in the field. Oh well. At least that should be … Continue reading →
Finally Setup
Well, we got off much later than planned. Then we hit heavy rain on the way down and had to stop to put the tarp on. There are a lot of people here but after the ranger got onto our … Continue reading →
Camping Weekend is Here!
Ok, I really don’t have a whole lot to add today but my buddy is on me to keep this thing updated daily. I’m really keeping my fingers crossed for this weekend’s weather. We’ve had severe wx warnings the past … Continue reading →