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Retired software engineer after almost 30 years.
In 2021, got back into ham radio after a decade or so lapse.
Interested in homebrewing circuits and trying out new antenna ideas.
Know enough CW to chase SOTA/POTA. Working on better CW recognition so I can activate as well.
I enjoy backpacking, camping and combining that with ham radio.
Ham'd up in 2022 with a General and looking to explore POTA and SOTA in the PNW. Extra in 2023.
Been active since the start of 2023 with over 300 points invested in summits in Oregon, Washington and California, and growing! I love operating QRP with a Xiegu X6100 and a 41' random wire antenna into a 9:1 unun. It's a very versatile setup. Happy to activate with newcomers or experienced operators!
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SOTA has provided opportunities to go places I would never think of going. Any station I operate is field "temporary."
Half-century ham and quarter-century QRPer who "discovered" SOTA just before the pandemic. Outside of radio, I focus on birds and words. Lately, I've upped my geocaching effort.
I prefer CW but can use voice, especially VHF/UHF, and will someday soon try FT8 from a summit. I built an Elecraft K1 when they came out and really enjoy using it both as my primary shack rig and my SOTA/POTA station. In both cases, simple wire antennas are generally my go-to. I've spent a lot of time on satellites, but the equipment demand is a bit heavy for SOTA.
New ham as of summer 2024. Started doing SOTA with my family of 4 in September 2024. Net control operator for Lake Washington Ham Club.
We like to activate using a handmade yagi antennae and Icom 2 meter mobile radio. Carne Mountain (W7W/CH-142) was our first 8-pointer and hardest hike yet at 8 miles and 3,600 feet elevation gain. The larches were at peak and it was a stunning summit!
Former SOTA Association Manager for W7-Oregon, W7-Utah, W7-Montana, W7-Wyoming, and W7-Nevada. Completed all SOTA docs for W7-Washington and then turned over to Bruce/N7RR for execution. W7W subsequently managed by WW7D. Recently turned over W7-Idaho to Scott/W7IMC. W7O is now managed by K7ATN. Worked for the SOTA MT to incorporate NA into the SOTA family.
Currently retired as a EE and worked 21 yrs for UPS IT in NJ. "Trying" to sell my house in NJ so I can move back to the Pacific NW.
TBD
Amateur Radio Operator since March 1995.
Mountain Climber Since 1972.
Activator - Since 2011
New ham but experienced outdoorsman. Grew up in the woods with the Scouts, and now enjoy back-country camping and travel. Any day I can get out in the woods is a good day!
Shack: IC-735 w/ OCF dipole @ ~25', IC-2200 w/ Diamond X300A @ ~30'
Mobile: Xiegu G90, FT2DR
Soon to be retired...
Chasing, so far. Want to start activating around Victoria.
New Ham looking to get started on SOTA and other portable events. As of current, I am almost ready for 2 meter SOTA. I purchased a FaraJ 2 meter antenna and am looking at buying a telescopic mast (unless there is a tree that works). Also, just purchased a Yaesu 818 from a Discord group I am in.
As a new Ham, I am interested in both chasing and activating.
Retired fire service. Amateur Radio Operator since 1990.
I recently answered several activators on 2 meters from my home QTH in Prineville, Oregon. I would like to get more involved with both chasing and activating.
Enjoy mountaintops for both recreation and as a career in public safety/commercial Land Mobile Radio and microwave technical services business. Driving, hiking, snowcating or riding a helicopter to mountaintops never gets old!
Semi-retired now and have more time to play ham radio while on mountaintops. I've been on hundreds of radio sites while working in Alaska, Arizona, California, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah and Wyoming since 1979. Figured it was about time to slowdown a little, brings some extra radio gear and make some SOTA contacts while taking in the views.
Present goal is to activate restricted SOTA summits that have collocated radio sites that I either have access to or know someone that does in order to gain approval.
I enjoy packing my gear into the high country, making contacts from summits, hunting, and activating parks throughout the SOTA & POTA networks.
My family and I live between two beautiful properties, one in San Juan County and the other in Whatcom County. We keep a small farm, and we're made up of a family of five "humans being" with creation and the inhabitants of this land. Our homestead is comprised of roughly 10 acres of wooded grassland. The property is situated on a three percent slope with total southern exposure. You can learn more about us at www.GentlmenFarming.com and Instagram.
In my free time, I enjoy exploring light as it gets captured through the lens of my camera. I am interested in investigating ideas through photography and designing for our challenges in the ophthalmic industry. You can learn more about my work at www.JohnTrefethen.com | you can also connect with me on Instagram and LinkedIn.
Equipment -- IC-705, KX2, KH1, IC-7300, IC-5100, ID-52. (all barefoot) | HF Antennas -- Hexbeam 20M and up & EFHF 130' length, Sloper configuration | VHF/UHF Antennas -- Cubical Quad and Vertical 9' Commet.
I love getting into the very high cascades and taking challenging overnight treks into the wilderness.
Hi! I’ve been active in HAM radio and SOTA as of January 2023. Excited to have a reason to get in more exploration of the state, learn more about radio and meet like minded folks at the same time. My call sign used to belong to my grandmother.
Only done peak activations so far, as I am only able to have a handheld at home and not been able to chase successfully yet.
New CW op. Hoping to chase some SOTAs.
Would like to chase. Might activate some day.