Ham Radio

Another Great HF Slacker Weekend

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I had previously admitted to being an HF slacker…that is, I only really enjoy the high frequency bands when the DX is loud and plentiful on 15 and 10 Meters. For almost a half decade, I’ve listened to the True HF Enthusiasts say things like “move to the lower bands when the solar activity is … Read more

Back on 10 Meter FM

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I have been hearing everyone rave about the improving conditions on the HF bands, especially some great propagation on 10 Meters. Then I came across this posting by G4VXE: The Return of 10M FM. Ah, yes, I do recall having a blast running FM on 29 MHz years ago! This triggered the thought that the … Read more

Results: 2011 Colorado FM Sprint

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The logs have been sent in, the scores tabulated and awards issued for the 2nd running of the Colorado FM Sprint. See my previous post, announcing the contest. The competition was tough significant weak not too bad rather slim and the following awards have been issued: Call sign Category Place KDØLLG Single Operator 1st Place … Read more

Tech License Class – Final Call

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We have a few seats open for the Technician License Class. Pass this along to anyone interested in getting their ham radio license.   – Bob K0NR Monument, Colorado Saturday Oct 15 and Saturday Oct 22 (8 AM to 5 PM) 2011 Location: Tri-Lakes Monument Fire Station 1 Sponsored by the Tri-Lakes Monument Fire Radio Association … Read more

2011 Fall TechFest

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Announcing the 2011 Fall TechFest Sponsored by the 285 TechConnect Club Saturday, Nov. 5, 2011: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Check in: 8:00 – 8:45 a.m. Schedule of Workshops (order and topic may vary) 9:00 – 9:50 Amateur Digital TV – Dr. Glenn Adams, NØGNR 10:00 – 10:50 DX-pedition : Zimbabwe – Roger Krautkremer, KØYY … Read more