by kb9vbr | Jan 10, 2024 | Activation Log
December 24, 2023 – It has become a tradition over the last few years to do a POTA activation on Christmas Eve. Christine is Danish, so we have a big celebration on Little Yule, December 23, and again on Christmas day, but Christmas eve is sandwiched in the...
by kb9vbr | Jan 4, 2024 | Ham Radio Q and A
2023 was a phenomenal year for us. So many new sites to see and people to meet. This is a short compilation of our adventures this last year. Like what you see? You can leave me a tip:https://www.paypal.me/kb9vbr Become a patron! Unlock exclusive content at:...
by kb9vbr | Jan 2, 2024 | Ham Radio Q and A
Do you have a favorite? I know I do. Stick with me as I count down the top ten most popular ham radio videos of 2023 Looking at the numbers for 2023, I published 102 videos and hosted 15 livestreams last year. At a rate of about two a week, I can’t believe I’ve kept...
by kb9vbr | Dec 23, 2023 | Parks on the Air
This was a busy weekend. Two hamfests and two POTA parks in two days. First hitting Ham Radio Outlet’s Superfest on Saturday and then beeline to Belvidere Illinois, near Rockford, for the Chicago FM Club’s Radio Expo. To make driving easy, we took off Friday afternoon...
by kb9vbr | Dec 17, 2023 | Parks on the Air
We travel to far northwest Wisconsin, spending Labor Day weekend at Amnicon Falls State Park (POTA K-1436). Unfortunately a heat wave gripping the midwest follows us north. Will we escape the heat, or will Lake Superior fail to cool us down. Amnicon Falls State Park,...
by kb9vbr | Dec 11, 2023 | Ham Radio Q and A
My antenna kit is in state of constant refinement. Here’s what I’ve been carrying and putting on the air for the last six months. – – Links and Products Mentioned – – -Husky 5 gallon professional storage container:...
by kb9vbr | Dec 5, 2023 | Parks on the Air
I meet up with Dan, KD9MSP, and Don, KD9SZN, for a three-way activation of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail (POTA K-4238) at the Langlade County, Wisconsin Lumbercamp Segment. We also check into the Hillbilly Hilton at the abandoned Norem Lumber Camp. Dan and Bob...
by kb9vbr | Dec 1, 2023 | Ham Radio Q and A
This week, Dave, KZ9V, shares with us how he modified his 40 through 10 meter end fed half wave antenna to work as a ¼ wave radiator on 80 meters using the window screen ground. – – Links and resources – – -Extend your end fed half wave antenna...
by kb9vbr | Nov 28, 2023 | Activation Log
Gabil’s GRA-7350TC is a compact vertical antenna that is designed for portable operations. The antenna itself is relatively lightweight and consists of three componants: a 102 inch telescoping whip, an adjustable section with internal loading coil, and an...
by kb9vbr | Nov 25, 2023 | Parks on the Air
We take a weekend trip to Rocky Arbor State Park (POTA K-1476) in the Wisconsin Dells. Rocky Arbor State park is located a little over a mile away from the Wisconsin Dells a, popular tourist destination known for its natural beauty and waterparks. This park, created...
Recent Comments