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Parks on the Air (POTA) is one of the fastest growing amateur radio activities. My videos will show you how to get on the air and have a great time doing it. 

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Informative and easy to follow ham radio how to videos can be found here. From building your first antenna to how to handle the pile-ups; you’ll gain skill and confidence in all types of amateur radio activities. 

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The BEST Ham Radio Videos of 2025

The BEST Ham Radio Videos of 2025

I've been making annual top ten lists of my videos for many years. I find it really interesting, when I crunch the numbers, which ones resonant with the audience and which ones don't. Sometimes I know when I have 'lightning in a bottle' and other times I am a little...

Why I love simple antenna setups

Why I love simple antenna setups

This week's video has two stories, and a surprise ending. When the weather gets cold enough to end our camping season, Christine's and my attention turns to making fun day trips. We'll often pick an interesting location and string together a couple of Parks on the Air...

Radio Shack’s 10 meter Wonder Rig

Radio Shack’s 10 meter Wonder Rig

For many of us, the 10 meter band was our first exposure to the HF amateur radio bands. Passing your Technician exam, you have operating privileges between 28.0 and 28.5 MHz, and if you don't immediately upgrade to General, may find yourself exploring the phone...

The 10 meter band is the place to be

The 10 meter band is the place to be

I’ve always felt that contesting makes you a better operator. Now, I in no way am a die hard contester, but I do enjoy the competition and have learned something every time I go into competition mode. There is one contest that is fun and full of dx contacts, doesn’t...

Your first POTA Activation

Your first POTA Activation

I frequently receive comments from viewers that are on the cusp of going out and doing their first Parks on the Air activation, but for whatever reason are hesitant. It may be they are working towards acquiring equipment, or aren't quite ready to get on the air and...

J-Pole Antennas: Why the Feed Point Matters

J-Pole Antennas: Why the Feed Point Matters

A viewer asks why I solder my solder the feed point connection on my J-Pole Antennas with the center feed going to the short side of the antenna. I take you through the reasons why this is a better way to do it. https://youtu.be/TTsTCfcyWhs Transcript: Keith's got a...