tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35616262870700747882024-01-21T20:09:45.005-05:00 KK4NQQ HAM RADIO AND SUMMITS ON THE AIRJDooganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00981036562445832917noreply@blogger.comBlogger56125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3561626287070074788.post-16888495680970672322019-03-18T07:01:00.003-04:002019-03-18T07:01:36.769-04:00Where you been?So, a long time since activation's. Below are pics of what has been keeping me off the mountains. So busy trying to keep up with the little guy. He is 20 months now.<br />
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But have no fear. I am currently packing an ultralight rig centered around my KX2. Going to pack it into my little man vest carrier/pack combo.<br />
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Here is a few pics of the newest SOTA operator.<br />
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<span id="goog_469004029"></span><span id="goog_469004030"></span><br />JDooganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00981036562445832917noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3561626287070074788.post-86511734735009043562015-09-03T16:35:00.004-04:002015-09-03T16:38:52.820-04:00Finally Time to Myself<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Work has been the all consuming monster devouring every bit of free time I have had. K9 training, a short staffed department, and overtime have been my life for the past month or two. It truly drains the soul. Add to that the anti law enforcement issues, and the death of so many officers recently, have made me want to get away from civilization. Fortunately, today I had the opportunity to strap on a ruck and head out into the woods.<br />
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My travels today have taken me back to Huckleberry Knob. Such a wonderfully beautiful Knob, I never will tire of it. Here is a video from one of my prior activation's here!<br />
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I decided today to bring an old friend to the mountain. My large ALICE pack.</div>
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This pack has seen many miles, fallen from C-130's, and carried more weight than I can measure. I took it out of service some time back due to a broken frame. But a trip to Amazon has brought new life to my old ruck. Once I arrived on the mountain I lifted a strap to shoulder, and I knew I was home. There is nothing like the tug of an ALICE pack on your shoulders. I am a bit of a gear-ophile and love some of my newer packs. But there is just something about ALICE.<br />
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The hike up Huckleberry is an easy one, and would make a great "starter" summit. A false summit offers some views of the top of Huckleberry. Below is a look at the false summit from the top.<br />
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The open meadows make for some great opportunities for photographs, such as below. <br />
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Now normally I would be using my Nikon D5300. But.... I tried to snap my first picture and found that I had forgotten my SD card in my laptop. Bummer. But I am lucky that the Samsung Note 3 takes pretty good photos.<br />
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I fired up the KX3 and started sending 10w out of my 88ft inverted V. A short time later W4DOW answered back. Thanks Dow! A flurry of callers followed. Thanks to everyone. Especially W7RV. You were a great help as I bounced around the bands. We even made some great contacts on 15m and 12m, but 10m proved too difficult.<br />
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Date:03/Sep/2015 Summit:W4C/WM-011 (Huckleberry Knob) Call Used:KK4NQQ Points: 10 </div>
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14:05z<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>W4DOW<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>7MHz<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>SSB<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>59 59</div>
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14:07z<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>W8EZE<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>7MHz<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>SSB<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>55 59</div>
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14:08z<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>KA3WOD<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>7MHz<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>SSB<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>59 59</div>
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14:10z<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>N4EX<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>7MHz<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>SSB<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>59 58</div>
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14:11z<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>N4MJ<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>7MHz<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>SSB<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>59 59</div>
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14:11z<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>AA4IT<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>7MHz<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>SSB<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>59 58</div>
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14:11z<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>K4MF<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>7MHz<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>SSB<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>55 55</div>
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14:12z<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>KJ4ZFK<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>7MHz<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>SSB<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>59 59</div>
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14:13z<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>NE4TN<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>7MHz<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>SSB<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>59 59</div>
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14:14z<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>WG8Y<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>7MHz<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>SSB<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>59 57</div>
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14:16z<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>KC9TTR<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>7MHz<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>SSB<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>44 57</div>
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14:20z<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>AD4IE<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>7MHz<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>SSB<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>59 59</div>
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14:23z<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>W7RV<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>14MHz<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>SSB<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>59 56</div>
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Just as I was getting ready to pack up I walked around a bit snapping a few cell phone pics. My phone miraculously received signal, and I found a text from WX4ET. Home sick, he asked if I was still on the summit. I powered up the KX3 again and we made a contact on 40m. Glad we could make the contact!</div>
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I packed up and headed home. It was a great return to Huckleberry Knob. On the way back I had a great opportunity for a photo. This guy followed me for a good way down the path. He would stop on a flower, but when I came close he would fly off. Finally he gave me the opportunity for a photograph.</div>
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JDooganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00981036562445832917noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3561626287070074788.post-44207345781589549632015-06-25T04:37:00.001-04:002015-06-25T04:37:03.438-04:00New Addition!<span style="font-size: large;">Well the wife and I finally took the plunge and purchased a small RV. I now have a very nice mobile command center from which to launch my SOTA expeditions. Check out a few pics!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I have been real busy with work, and home projects. But I hope to get back out on a mountain soon. With the RV I may also do a bit more chasing while in camp. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Mt Mingus, thou art a cold heartless wench! I must say that of all my activation's Mingus has been the toughest. Mt. Mingus appears to be much easier in the planning stages. The hike is easily under a mile and a half with not a great deal of elevation change. But this mountain has teeth. She will whip you, beat you, slap you, impale you, and trip you. She will cause you to scream obscenities, and shed tears. Having been there once before I knew the challenges ahead. But last time was in the winter. Today would present some different and difficult challenges.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">The hike begins easy enough. Follow the trail towards Newfound Gap. Along the way you will run into a metal platform helping you over a fence line. As you can see a few of the hikers support local law enforcement.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> A short easy climb until you hit the turning tree.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">This is where the fun begins. Navigation is fairly straight forward. The ridge line is fairly narrow so in most parts keep the down hill on your left and right and you should be good. Do bring along a GPS, or be good with a compass and map. The brush is thick, and at times you will want to check your bearings to keep from back tracking. The first quarter of a mile is the easiest. There is even a faint trail that can be seen at times. It soon disappears and you are faced with a tough bushwhack. At some point my HT died and would not turn on. After returning home I put in my spare battery and it fired right up. I am currently charging the battery, and hope it is still serviceable. It should have lasted throughout the hike.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I setup and made my first contact at about 1230. I tried calling CQ for a bit, but no takers. It was difficult to setup my dipole, and I know it wasn't operating at its max efficiency. I need a smaller antenna like a mag-loop for this type of summit. There was a bunch or rag chewing on 7.200 so I dropped down around 7.196. No luck. I scanned around and made my first contact with K3IMC on 20m. I kept scanning and checked into a few nets to ensure I could activate. On one of the nets I made a contact with AB9LF. He said he was familiar with SOTA and would spot me. Unfortunately I don't think his spot was entered. I made one more contact and called for a few on the Freq AB9LF said was spotted, but received no calls. I was way behind schedule and knew I had to get moving if I was going to get off the mountain before nightfall. I packed up and headed back.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I would like to thank everyone for their concern for my safety. Whenever I pack into the back-country I am always well prepared. I never enter the backwoods unprotected. My Glock shared in my journey today. Remember to always follow your local firearm laws. I also carry a certain amount of survival gear. First aid gear, emergency shelter, 3 ways to start fire, and enough food and water for a comfortable overnight stay. I have had a great deal of first aid training, survival, and military experience. I also have an emergency plan in place. If the wife has not heard from me by sunset she knows to sound the alarm. I hate to hike alone, but I am confident of my abilities. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I do appreciate all the thoughts for my safety everyone. This is why I love the SOTA community. We are a tight knit community that cares. A special thanks to Erik, Dow, John, David, Gary, and Martha. You don't know how much your concerns mean to me. I endured some scrapes, bumps and bruises. No major injuries, nothing some Aleve wont take care of.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Today I had a tough day. Gear problems, antenna problems, and few contacts. Here is a quick breakdown of the day.</span></div>
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<li style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><b>Lost Compass Pouch 10 Dollars</b></span></li>
<li style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><b>Lost Patch on Pouch 5 Dollars</b></span></li>
<li style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><b>Destroyed Combat Pants 60 Dollars</b></span></li>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Again thanks everyone. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">I will be working on a short video over the weekend that will show the fun bushwhack. I think it shows me falling toooo many times! Should be a good one.</span></div>
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JDooganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00981036562445832917noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3561626287070074788.post-49439481401102118982015-05-10T23:30:00.003-04:002015-05-10T23:32:34.786-04:00Get Activating!So its been a while since my feet have pounded their way up a SOTA summit. I am getting that itch again, and with the nice weather here to stay it is time to get moving. This coming weekend I hope to hit a few summits and make some contacts. As it sits I may attempt Max Patch on either Thursday or Friday. And then I hope to activate Whiterock Ridge W4T/SU-062 with Erik WX4ET on Saturday. <br />
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JDooganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00981036562445832917noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3561626287070074788.post-85802695595943737192015-02-08T21:57:00.001-05:002015-02-08T21:57:30.669-05:00North America Summit to Summit Weekend 2015<span style="font-size: large;">What a great day for SOTA! Unfortunately I didn't have the opportunity to venture out yesterday. It seems the Summit to Summit Saturday was awesome. I spent the day with my wife Kendall. We purchased her Valentines Day gift. A new rifle! A Savage in Muddy Girl Camo! I had worked the previous nine days and I believe if I had skipped out on the wife for a summit she would have changed the locks on me.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Mount Roosevelt is an easy drive up summit. It has excellent cell service, and a few concrete tables to activate on. There are several transmission towers and a fire tower. I was treated to some interesting QRM from time to time. A few of the cars passing by my antenna were putting off a great deal of noise. One Ford Explorer in particular was very noisy. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> I brought along my camera and decided to try shooting some video. I will post a video of my antenna and radio setup and some activation tid bits. I was all over the bands today in an attempt to log as many Summit to Summit as possible. I ended up with nine including one S to S in Scotland! 10m was going very strong today. I logged over 20 DX chasers today. Some of the countries included Germany, England, Switzerland, the Czech Republic, Belgium, Austria, Slovenia, Spain, and Poland. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"></span>JDooganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00981036562445832917noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3561626287070074788.post-82881899950490791712015-01-28T15:54:00.000-05:002015-01-28T15:54:48.342-05:00Hibernation is OVER!<span style="font-size: large;">Although winter is still in full swing this grizzly bear has decided to awaken from his den. I have been off the mountains for the past few months. Work as always has been keeping me busy. Working with K9 Kimber is great, but it does consume a great deal of time. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">You can see my before and after pictures above. The procedure has helped to regain some use in my left hand. I was off work for a while and I had planned on working on my CW skills. With the discomfort in my hand during the recovery the last thing I wanted to do was CW. I need to get back to CW practice.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Today I decided to venture out and head to <a href="http://sotawatch.org/summits.php?summit=W4T/SU-076" target="_blank">Greentop Mountain</a>. Greentop is one of the summits closest to the house, and requires no hiking to speak of. I trained with Kimber all day yesterday so I decided she should sit this one out. As you can see she was enjoying the fireplace anyway!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I was having fun with the towers throughout my activation today. Every so often bits of snow and ice would fall and impact the area all around me. I was hit by several large chunks. The pieces were soft so injury was not a concern. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I had a new piece of gear today, one of my Christmas presents. Its a small stool made by <a href="http://www.walkstool.com/" target="_blank">Walkstool</a>. It is a small lightweight stool. So far I like it. Its light enough and comfortable enough to haul up to some of the easier summits. This version is a bit on the tall side with the legs completely extended. I might have to do a little adjusting. All in all it is a pretty cool piece of gear.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">It was great to get back up into the mountains, and get back in touch with some of my favorite chasers. I will be working the next seven days, but I hope to get in an activation or two after that. See everyone again soon!</span></div>
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One of my first obsessions after high school was photography. Shortly after basic training I purchased a pretty nice film camera, and I took pictures everywhere. I have always been fascinated by the artistry of great photography. I especially enjoy nature photography, go figure. <br />
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So I think its natural to add photography into my SOTA outings. Kendall was nice enough to approve the funding for our new camera, a Nikon D5300. Here are the tech specs on this nice little piece of hardware.<br />
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Effective Pixels</h4>
<section class="specs" style="box-sizing: border-box; position: relative;"><section class="spec NUMERIC" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; line-height: 24px; position: relative;"><span class="value" style="box-sizing: border-box;">24.2</span><span class="suffix" style="box-sizing: border-box;"> million</span></section><aside class="spec-notes" style="box-sizing: border-box; position: relative;"><em style="box-sizing: border-box;"></em></aside></section></section><section class="spec-group" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #454545; display: inline-block; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, 'sans-serif normal'; font-size: 12px; line-height: 18.4812889099121px; margin: 25px 0px 0px; padding: 0px 15px; position: relative; vertical-align: top; width: 170px;"><h4 class="spec-group-title" style="box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 6px; padding: 0px;">
Sensor Size</h4>
<section class="specs" style="box-sizing: border-box; position: relative;"><section class="spec NUMERIC" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; line-height: 24px; position: relative;"><span class="value" style="box-sizing: border-box;">23.5</span><span class="suffix" style="box-sizing: border-box;"> mm</span></section><section class="spec NUMERIC" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; line-height: 24px; position: relative;"><span class="prefix" style="box-sizing: border-box;"> x </span><span class="value" style="box-sizing: border-box;">15.6</span><span class="suffix" style="box-sizing: border-box;"> mm</span></section><aside class="spec-notes" style="box-sizing: border-box; position: relative;"><em style="box-sizing: border-box;"></em></aside><aside class="spec-notes" style="box-sizing: border-box; position: relative;"><em style="box-sizing: border-box;"></em></aside></section></section><section class="spec-group" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #454545; display: inline-block; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, 'sans-serif normal'; font-size: 12px; line-height: 18.4812889099121px; margin: 25px 0px 0px; padding: 0px 15px; position: relative; vertical-align: top; width: 170px;"><h4 class="spec-group-title" style="box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 6px; padding: 0px;">
Image Sensor Format</h4>
<section class="specs" style="box-sizing: border-box; position: relative;"><section class="spec RADIO" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; line-height: 24px; position: relative;"><span class="value" style="box-sizing: border-box;">DX</span></section><aside class="spec-notes" style="box-sizing: border-box; position: relative;"><em style="box-sizing: border-box;"></em></aside></section></section><section class="spec-group" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #454545; display: inline-block; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, 'sans-serif normal'; font-size: 12px; line-height: 18.4812889099121px; margin: 25px 0px 0px; padding: 0px 15px; position: relative; vertical-align: top; width: 170px;"><h4 class="spec-group-title" style="box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 6px; padding: 0px;">
Storage Media</h4>
<section class="specs" style="box-sizing: border-box; position: relative;"><section class="spec MULTI_SELECT" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; line-height: 24px; position: relative;"><span class="value" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; line-height: 15px;">SD</span><br style="box-sizing: border-box; display: block;" /><span class="value" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; line-height: 15px;">SDHC</span><br style="box-sizing: border-box; display: block;" /><span class="value" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; line-height: 15px;">SDXC</span></section><aside class="spec-notes" style="box-sizing: border-box; position: relative;"><em style="box-sizing: border-box;"></em></aside></section></section><section class="spec-group" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #454545; display: inline-block; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, 'sans-serif normal'; font-size: 12px; line-height: 18.4812889099121px; margin: 25px 0px 0px; padding: 0px 15px; position: relative; vertical-align: top; width: 170px;"><h4 class="spec-group-title" style="box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 6px; padding: 0px;">
Top Continuous Shooting Speed at full resolution</h4>
<section class="specs" style="box-sizing: border-box; position: relative;"><section class="spec NUMERIC" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; line-height: 24px; position: relative;"><span class="value" style="box-sizing: border-box;">5</span><span class="suffix" style="box-sizing: border-box;"> frames per second</span></section><aside class="spec-notes" style="box-sizing: border-box; position: relative;"><em style="box-sizing: border-box;"></em></aside></section></section><section class="spec-group" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #454545; display: inline-block; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, 'sans-serif normal'; font-size: 12px; line-height: 18.4812889099121px; margin: 25px 0px 0px; padding: 0px 15px; position: relative; vertical-align: top; width: 170px;"><h4 class="spec-group-title" style="box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 6px; padding: 0px;">
ISO Sensitivity</h4>
<section class="specs" style="box-sizing: border-box; position: relative;"><section class="spec SELECT" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; line-height: 24px; position: relative;"><span class="prefix" style="box-sizing: border-box;">ISO </span><span class="value" style="box-sizing: border-box;">100</span><span class="suffix" style="box-sizing: border-box;"> -</span></section><section class="spec SELECT" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; line-height: 24px; position: relative;"><span class="value" style="box-sizing: border-box;">12,800</span><span class="suffix" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box; display: block;" /></span></section><section class="spec SELECT" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; line-height: 24px; position: relative;"><span class="value" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Hi-1 (ISO 25,600)</span><span class="suffix" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box; display: block;" /></span></section><aside class="spec-notes" style="box-sizing: border-box; position: relative;"><em style="box-sizing: border-box;"></em></aside><aside class="spec-notes" style="box-sizing: border-box; position: relative;"><em style="box-sizing: border-box;"></em></aside><aside class="spec-notes" style="box-sizing: border-box; position: relative;"><em style="box-sizing: border-box;"></em></aside></section></section><section class="spec-group" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #454545; display: inline-block; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, 'sans-serif normal'; font-size: 12px; line-height: 18.4812889099121px; margin: 25px 0px 0px; padding: 0px 15px; position: relative; vertical-align: top; width: 170px;"><h4 class="spec-group-title" style="box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 6px; padding: 0px;">
Movie</h4>
<section class="specs" style="box-sizing: border-box; position: relative;"><section class="spec MULTI_SELECT" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; line-height: 24px; position: relative;"><span class="value" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; line-height: 15px;">Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 60 fps</span><br style="box-sizing: border-box; display: block;" /><span class="value" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; line-height: 15px;">Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 50 fps</span><br style="box-sizing: border-box; display: block;" /><span class="value" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; line-height: 15px;">Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 30 fps</span><br style="box-sizing: border-box; display: block;" /><span class="value" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; line-height: 15px;">Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 25 fps</span><br style="box-sizing: border-box; display: block;" /><span class="value" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; line-height: 15px;">Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 24 fps</span><br style="box-sizing: border-box; display: block;" /><span class="value" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; line-height: 15px;">HD 1,280x720 / 60 fps</span><br style="box-sizing: border-box; display: block;" /><span class="value" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; line-height: 15px;">HD 1,280x720 / 50 fps</span><br style="box-sizing: border-box; display: block;" /><span class="value" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; line-height: 15px;">VGA 640x424 / 30 fps</span><br style="box-sizing: border-box; display: block;" /><span class="value" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; line-height: 15px;">VGA 640x424 / 25 fps</span></section><aside class="spec-notes" style="box-sizing: border-box; position: relative;"><em style="box-sizing: border-box;"></em></aside></section></section><section class="spec-group" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #454545; display: inline-block; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, 'sans-serif normal'; font-size: 12px; line-height: 18.4812889099121px; margin: 25px 0px 0px; padding: 0px 15px; position: relative; vertical-align: top; width: 170px;"><h4 class="spec-group-title" style="box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 6px; padding: 0px;">
Monitor Size</h4>
<section class="specs" style="box-sizing: border-box; position: relative;"><section class="spec NUMERIC" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; line-height: 24px; position: relative;"><span class="value" style="box-sizing: border-box;">3.2</span><span class="suffix" style="box-sizing: border-box;"> in. diagonal</span></section><aside class="spec-notes" style="box-sizing: border-box; position: relative;"><em style="box-sizing: border-box;"></em></aside></section></section><section class="spec-group" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #454545; display: inline-block; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, 'sans-serif normal'; font-size: 12px; line-height: 18.4812889099121px; margin: 25px 0px 0px; padding: 0px 15px; position: relative; vertical-align: top; width: 170px;"><h4 class="spec-group-title" style="box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 6px; padding: 0px;">
Monitor Type</h4>
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Battery / Batteries</h4>
<section class="specs" style="box-sizing: border-box; position: relative;"><section class="spec MULTI_SELECT" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; line-height: 24px; position: relative;"><span class="value" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline-block; line-height: 15px;">One EN-EL14a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery or EN-EL14 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery</span></section><aside class="spec-notes" style="box-sizing: border-box; position: relative;"><em style="box-sizing: border-box;"></em></aside></section></section><section class="spec-group" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #454545; display: inline-block; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, 'sans-serif normal'; font-size: 12px; line-height: 18.4812889099121px; margin: 25px 0px 0px; padding: 0px 15px; position: relative; vertical-align: top; width: 170px;"><h4 class="spec-group-title" style="box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 6px; padding: 0px;">
Approx. Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth)</h4>
<section class="specs" style="box-sizing: border-box; position: relative;"><section class="spec NUMERIC_IMPERIAL" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; line-height: 24px; position: relative;"><span class="value" style="box-sizing: border-box;">4.92</span><span class="suffix" style="box-sizing: border-box;"> in.</span></section><section class="spec NUMERIC_METRIC" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; line-height: 24px; position: relative;"><span class="spec-braces" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline;"> (</span><span class="value" style="box-sizing: border-box;">125</span><span class="suffix" style="box-sizing: border-box;"> mm</span><span class="spec-braces" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline;">)</span></section><section class="spec NUMERIC_IMPERIAL" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; line-height: 24px; position: relative;"><span class="prefix" style="box-sizing: border-box;"> x </span><span class="value" style="box-sizing: border-box;">3.9</span><span class="suffix" style="box-sizing: border-box;"> in.</span></section><section class="spec NUMERIC_METRIC" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; line-height: 24px; position: relative;"><span class="spec-braces" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline;">(</span><span class="value" style="box-sizing: border-box;">98.0</span><span class="suffix" style="box-sizing: border-box;"> mm</span><span class="spec-braces" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline;">)</span></section><section class="spec NUMERIC_IMPERIAL" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; line-height: 24px; position: relative;"><span class="prefix" style="box-sizing: border-box;"> x </span><span class="value" style="box-sizing: border-box;">3.0</span><span class="suffix" style="box-sizing: border-box;"> in.</span></section><section class="spec NUMERIC_METRIC" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; line-height: 24px; position: relative;"><span class="spec-braces" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline;"> (</span><span class="value" style="box-sizing: border-box;">76.0</span><span class="suffix" style="box-sizing: border-box;">mm</span><span class="spec-braces" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline;">)</span></section><aside class="spec-notes" style="box-sizing: border-box; position: relative;"><em style="box-sizing: border-box;"></em></aside><aside class="spec-notes" style="box-sizing: border-box; position: relative;"><em style="box-sizing: border-box;"></em></aside><aside class="spec-notes" style="box-sizing: border-box; position: relative;"><em style="box-sizing: border-box;"></em></aside><aside class="spec-notes" style="box-sizing: border-box; position: relative;"><em style="box-sizing: border-box;"></em></aside><aside class="spec-notes" style="box-sizing: border-box; position: relative;"><em style="box-sizing: border-box;"></em></aside><aside class="spec-notes" style="box-sizing: border-box; position: relative;"><em style="box-sizing: border-box;"></em></aside></section></section><span style="background-color: white; color: #454545; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, 'sans-serif normal'; font-size: 12px; line-height: 18.4812889099121px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #454545; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, 'sans-serif normal'; font-size: 12px; line-height: 18.4812889099121px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #454545; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, 'sans-serif normal'; font-size: 12px; line-height: 18.4812889099121px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #454545; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, 'sans-serif normal'; font-size: 12px; line-height: 18.4812889099121px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #454545; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, 'sans-serif normal'; font-size: 12px; line-height: 18.4812889099121px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #454545; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, 'sans-serif normal'; font-size: 12px; line-height: 18.4812889099121px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #454545; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, 'sans-serif normal'; font-size: 12px; line-height: 18.4812889099121px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #454545; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, 'sans-serif normal'; font-size: 12px; line-height: 18.4812889099121px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #454545; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, 'sans-serif normal'; font-size: 12px; line-height: 18.4812889099121px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #454545; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, 'sans-serif normal'; font-size: 12px; line-height: 18.4812889099121px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #454545; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, 'sans-serif normal'; font-size: 12px; line-height: 18.4812889099121px;"></span><br />
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Approx. Weight</h4>
<section class="specs" style="box-sizing: border-box; position: relative;"><section class="spec NUMERIC_IMPERIAL" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; line-height: 24px; position: relative;"><span class="value" style="box-sizing: border-box;">16.9</span><span class="suffix" style="box-sizing: border-box;"> oz.</span></section><section class="spec NUMERIC_METRIC" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; line-height: 24px; position: relative;"><span class="spec-braces" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline;"> (</span><span class="value" style="box-sizing: border-box;">480</span><span class="suffix" style="box-sizing: border-box;"> g</span><span class="spec-braces" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: inline;">)</span></section><aside class="spec-notes" style="box-sizing: border-box; position: relative;"><em style="box-sizing: border-box;"></em></aside><aside class="spec-notes" style="box-sizing: border-box; position: relative;"><em style="box-sizing: border-box;">camera body only</em></aside></section></section><br />
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So far I have taken quite a few images, with more to follow. </div>
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It has been a busy few weeks. Work, my lovely wife, and Kimber have been keeping me off the trail, and attending to my regular duties. Today I took some time to myself and headed to Newfound Gap, and Mt Kephart. This is my second time to the summit of Kephart. I enjoy this trail. It is simple, straight forward, and at a little over 6 miles round trip a very enjoyable hike.<br />
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I am really liking this camera. The sensor is excellent. It will shoot 1080p video, and with 24 megapixel I have the opportunity to build a real nice portfolio.<br />
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Soon I hope to try my hand at some video blogging. SOTA TV anyone?<br />
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Today Mt. Kephart treated me to some comfortable temps, and overcast skies. In the three miles to the summit I gained 1237 ft elevation. Along the way I took some interesting photos.</div>
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This tree stands above a trail marker. I remember it from last time, and in the misty fog I thought it made a good subject.</div>
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The trail today was littered with dew laden webs. This guy here was blowing in the wind, and it reminded me of the T-10C parachutes that saved my life over several drop zones. </div>
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This photo here is on of my first attempts with Lightroom editing software. It is fun, so expect more HDR pictures in the future.</div>
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It was a great activation. I was worried the bands would be a bit harsh considering the recent flare activity, but the bands were hopping. I listened for a few minutes on 15m, but my attempts at DX today didn't pan out. <br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">After a successful outing yesterday, I headed out today to Mount Roosevelt and Black Mountain. Both are located near the town of Crab Orchard Tennessee. Both are located near I40, and both are easy summits. Mount Roosevelt is 621m 4 pointer. The area is known for fall migration of sonbirds, raptors, and butterflies. I arrived on the summit of Mount Roosevelt shortly before 0900 local time. On the summit I found a very well populated antenna farm.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"> The summit has several nice picnic tables to set up on. And as you see, even on a cloudy/foggy day, the view is very pretty. I made my several contacts, but did notice a lot of noise. I think it was atmospheric noise due to the incoming storms. 40m seemed a bit long this morning, but I was able to make a few local contacts on 80m.</span><span style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;"> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Thirty minutes after leaving I arrived on Black Mountain. Black mountain is part of the Justin P. Wilson Cumberland Trail State Park, the state's only linear park. It runs over 300 miles and cuts through 11 Tennessee counties from the Cumberland Gap National Historic Park on the Tennessee-Virginia-Kentucky border to Signal Point near Chattanooga. At 862m, Black Mountain is worth 6 SOTA points. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">I was surprised by Black Mountain. It is a very pretty area. I parked and began hiking the loop trail. I stopped on the South Lookout and took some stunning photographs.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"> I arrived on the summit and found another FAA Radar dome. This is the second I have activated in the past two weeks. It's amazing how much FAA hardware is in this area.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">I set up, and again the bands were not kind to me. QSB was rampant, and I apologize to those I was unable to work. But I was able to make my contacts and activate the summit. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">I recommend each of these summits. Mount Roosevelt is a handicap friendly summit with some nice views. Black Mountain has a nice short hike, and some great views. All in all today was a great day. Days like this are why I find SOTA so intoxicating. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">I wont have the opportunity to activate in the next few week, working way too much overtime. But I will be on the trail again as soon as possible. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Thanks again to all the chasers!!!</span><br />
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<br />JDooganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00981036562445832917noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3561626287070074788.post-79734471920743614112014-08-19T21:25:00.000-04:002014-08-19T21:25:02.244-04:00Monte Sano and the Huntsville HamfestWhat a great weekend! I had the opportunity to travel to the Huntsville Hamfest, and spent the night on Monte Sano. Huntsville was my first large scale hamfest. I soaked it all in, met several new friends, and even won a door prize!<br />
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After paying my entry fee I was greeted at the door by N1XIO. He had a real nice backpack rig setup, so I had to take his picture.</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> As I walked in I was surprised how many people and vendors were present.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> The place was packed with Ham's, and full of all sorts of possible new toys.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Ohhhh yea! The Elecraft Booth</span></div>
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I checked out the new PX3. It looks real nice. I am waiting to see what software Elecraft rolls out in the near future before I pull the trigger. Boy was it pretty.<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">A friend for Kimber!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Huntsville also had some great QRP based forums this year. Jim Stafford, W4QO gave a great QRP presentation. John Henry, KI4JPL & Glen Popiel, KW5GP provided some great information on Arduino, and how it was utilized to transform a Ten-Tec model 506 Rebel into a JT-64 machine. Very cool. The Arduino information is defiantly worth a second look. Buddipole also presented information on some different Buddipole configurations.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">During the forums I won a great door prize. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Thank you to the guys at Ten-Tec for donating this sweet door prize. It will be my first kit build! I guess I need to brush up on my soldering skills!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Saturday night I headed out to Monte Sano for the evening events!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">It was a fun night on the mountain. After the festivities I set out in the dark and activated Monte Sano! Afterwards I crept back to my campsite, and passed out in the back of my Jeep. What a great weekend. I didn't even spend too much. Just purchased some 26g Wireman antenna wire to redo my SOTA antenna. Pics in the future!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I would like to say thanks to Steve WG0AT, John W9FHA, Gary W0MNA, Martha W0ERI, and everyone else I had the privilege of meeting. It was a great learning experience to meet such knowledgeable hams, and share their stories. Also thank you Craig, NM4T, for putting together a great event on Monte Sano.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The Huntsville Hamfest was a great event. I recommend it to anyone next year!</span></div>
JDooganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00981036562445832917noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3561626287070074788.post-29456217259200022132014-08-16T03:30:00.001-04:002014-08-16T03:30:17.527-04:00Max Patch and SnowbirdIts been a few days since my Max Patch/Snowbird activation, and I finally have the opportunity to do the write up. Max Patch is one of my favorite local activations. It is an iconic peak along the Appalachian Trail, and you will frequently see thru hikers passing thru. Today was a perfect day for an activation here. <br />
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During my last trip up Max Patch there was considerable erosion on the main trail up the summit. It seems that they are finally rectifying the problem. The center trail up the mountain is permanently closed, and is starting to return to a natural state. Today I headed to the summit via the left trail. In the future I will take this trail to the summit. Although it is a tad longer than the old trail, it is a shallower climb. It also has some great views from the back side of the mountain. <br />
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I set up on the summit, and enjoyed a beautiful morning activation. I made my contacts, not as many as usual, but I was a bit on the early side. I will have to remember the guys on the west coast might not be out of bed if I get to the summit too early. <br />
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Today I brought along my new Maxpedition Monsoon. On the side belt I have my camera, and lens bag attached. <br />
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Today I decided to attempt two summits. After wrapping up on Max Patch I headed out to Snowbird Mountain. As you can see below Snowbird's summit is visible from Max Patch.<br />
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And a view of Max Patch From Snowbird.<br />
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So, on to Snowbird. During my trip planning I read the access road to the summit is a very steep gravel road. The warnings were spot on when they stated the road way is so steep front wheel drive vehicles will have a real tough time. If you look real close you can see my Jeep Patriot pulled into the weeds along the trail. It may not look steep but it is!<br />
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The road way is steep and loose. So K9 Kimber and I decided to walk the final mile and a half to the summit. And so the "SUCKFEST" begins. It was a very tough, hot, tiring climb. I was ill prepared for the "walk" up this gravel road, and ended up donating half my water to my K9 partner. <br />
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I also saw two small rattlesnake sunning themselves on the road. I didn't take pictures because I had to toss them over the side of the roadway with my antenna pole so Kimber didn't get too close. So if you head up the mountain on foot beware of snakes.<br />
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We finally made the summit and setup near the FAA equipment. I had considerable trouble with noise on this summit, and barely made my contacts. I had to tear down my antenna and move to the edge of the activation zone. While on the summit there were tons of bugs! Kimber was rolling in the dust to keep them off. Wish I could have done the same. This summit sucked. I may do it in the future, but not without a 4 wheel drive. <br />
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Thanks again for reading. I am headed out today to the Huntsville Hamfest. I will take some pics, and try to activate the summit on Monte Sano. From what I understand there will be several SOTA activators and chasers there. I am excited to get the opportunity to meet them in person!<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Woke up early today and headed out toward Virginia. My first stop was High Knob. <a href="http://www.sotawatch.org/summits.php?summit=W4V/GC-001">W4V/GC-001</a>. High Knob rises 4223 feet in Wise County Virginia. Upon my arrival I met with one of the construction supervisors responsible for the renovation of the summit area. He informed me his crew would begin stripping the parking lot in the next hour. I asked where I could park. He was super cool and said I could park anywhere. If he needed me to move he would come and get me. Very nice guy. He said he has seen several activators over the past year, and was always impressed by the professionalism. Great job representing Summits on The Air!!!!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The old fire tower was destroyed by arson on Halloween in 2007. The new tower may not be a historical landmark, but the workers did an excellent job rebuilding the summit. The new lookout tower looks great, and offers beautiful views of the surrounding countryside. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> The new tower has a great spot for setting up an antenna.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Above you can see my rig setup on the summit. Alongside my Elecraft KX3 you can see my new pack, a Maxpedition Monsoon. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">After finishing on High Knob I packed up and headed toward Kentucky, and Black Mountain. Black Mountain <a href="http://www.sotawatch.org/summits.php?summit=W4K/EC-001">W4K/EC-001</a> has </span><span style="font-size: large;">a summit elevation of 4,145 feet, and is deep in the heart of coal country. Below is one of several mines I passed on my way to the summit. At one point I got turned around and had to ask directions from some mine employees. I got one of those, "you caent git there from here" looks. But they warmed up fast and gave me great directions to the summit. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Near the summit is a very large FAA radar dome. Veryyyy coool! </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> On the summit is a plaque dedicated to William Risden. Also very cool. I set up and again made some great contacts. I had no luck on 20m which surprised me. Most of my contacts today were on 40m, strange.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Today was a fun day.<i> </i>I bagged my first summits in both Virginia and Kentucky. Both summits are easy to activate, and are very handicap accessible. I will have to head back next year. I think I may try and activate in Tennessee, North Carolina, Virginia, and Kentucky all in one day! </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Thanks to all the chasers today!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">73's AND KEEP CLIMBING!!!! </span><br />
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It has been far too long since my last SOTA Summit. With the new house, and new K9, my life has been hectic! But it has been worth it. Check out a few pics of Kimber and I during training! Kimber is a dual purpose canine. She can find drugs, track bad guys, and then apprehend them. <br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: small;">It was a great day for SOTA, and I had no problems making my contacts. While I was busy on the radio Kimber checked out the summit, and to my surprise found a tennis ball. </span></span></div>
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The next day I decided to try a new summit Waucheesi Mountain. W6UB activated it for the first time in 2013. It is a drive up summit if you have a high clearance vehicle like an SUV or Truck. I think the road had recently been graded, and may be passable by a cautious driver in a car. But I wouldnt want to drive a new Caddy to the summit. The toughest part is the 1.6 miles on Lookout Tower Road. I took a few pics on the way up.<br />
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Once at the top the activation is straight forward. This summit could be handicap accessible, as long as the individual has a vehicle to get up the gravel road.<br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">The roads leading to </span>Waucheesi Mt are beautiful, and full of sites for fishing, camping, and sightseeing. The Cherokee Forest is just as beautiful as the Smokies, but not as crowded. Check out this awesome waterfall.</div>
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It was a great two days. Thanks to all the contacts, and I hope to hit a few more in the next few days. I may have a new gear review in the next few days. Stay tuned for further.</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age
of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness, it was the epoch of belief, it
was the epoch of incredulity, it was the season of Light, it was the
season of Darkness, it was the spring of hope, it was the winter of
despair, we had everything before us, we had nothing before us, we were
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b> Life has been very exciting the last few weeks. With my K9 Academy starting in May, and the new house closing soon I decided to hit a few summits before my time disappeared for the next two months. I had planned on activating Mount Mingus, but unfortunately when I arrived at the trail head I discovered 50 to 100ft visibility, freezing fog, and very high winds. Mount Mingus is a tough bushwhack, and I did not wish to tempt fate. Remember, respect Murphy's Law.</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>I decided to head a few miles down the road to activate Clingmans Dome. Clingmans Dome is an easy paved trail with a short half mile or so hike to the summit. Even laden with frozen fog the area is beautiful. There has been some recent conversations in reference to Handicap Accessibility. Clingmans Dome is a steep paved path with rest benches every 10th of a mile. I believe this summit is accessible by anyone willing to take their time. </b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b> And a note to those that wish to activate, but may not be physically capable of carrying everything. If you have concerns <u><i><span style="font-size: x-large;">PLEASE!!!</span></i></u> contact me. I am very willing to pack your radio and gear up the mountain. It would be my pleasure! I can assist in picking summits that we can activate together. Oh and it helps that I am a trained first responder, lol. Sorry bad joke there....</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Clingmans Dome was challenging and fun. Thaks for all the chasers that day.</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>The next day I headed down to Black Balsam Knob. Black Balsam Knob</b>,<sup class="reference" id="cite_ref-gnis_2-1"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_Balsam_Knob#cite_note-gnis-2"><span></span><span></span></a></sup> also known as <b>Black Balsam Bald</b>, is in the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pisgah_National_Forest" title="Pisgah National Forest">Pisgah National Forest</a> southwest of <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Asheville,_North_Carolina" title="Asheville, North Carolina">Asheville, North Carolina</a>, near milepost 420 on the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blue_Ridge_Parkway" title="Blue Ridge Parkway">Blue Ridge Parkway</a>.</span><span style="font-size: large;"> It is the second highest mountain<sup class="reference" id="cite_ref-3"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_Balsam_Knob#cite_note-3"><span></span><span></span></a></sup> in the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Great_Balsam_Mountains" title="Great Balsam Mountains">Great Balsam Mountains</a>. The Great Balsams are within the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blue_Ridge_Mountains" title="Blue Ridge Mountains">Blue Ridge Mountains</a>, which are part of the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Appalachian_Mountains" title="Appalachian Mountains">Appalachian Mountains</a>. It is the 23rd highest of the 40 mountains in North Carolina over 6000 feet.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">To reach the summit follow the Art Loeb trail. This part of the trail is not extreme in length, but is a bit rocky. Those with handicaps may find this trail difficult to impossible. The hike to the summit for me was much like the day before, foggy windy and cold. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The high winds and open bald summit made antenna setup tricky. I setup within the activation zone, but in a way so as to block some of the wind. Again I made many contacts to include two DX Summit to Summits!!!! Thanks EA2BDS and 2E0YYY!!!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I find the rough weather and tough summits to be very rewarding. They test an activators resolve, and I feel a great sense of accomplishment. Please feel free to contact me at any time with questions about my activations. And remember I am willing to help anyone who needs help activating.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Make sure to check out the video of the activation! </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> <a href="http://www.hmdxaudio.com/hmdx-collection/burst-rechargeable-portable-speaker.html">CLICKY!!!!!</a></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"> You can hear the audio in my video of the activation.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">So 73's everyone!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">AND KEEP CLIMBING!!!</span></div>
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JDooganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00981036562445832917noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3561626287070074788.post-6436944396930154062014-04-07T16:13:00.000-04:002014-04-07T16:13:48.860-04:00S.O.T.A.L.B.V. "SOTA LOAD BEARING VEST"<span style="font-size: large;">Tomorrow I head out to assault Mount Mingus. Its one hell of a bushwhack so I decided to pack as if assaulting a military objective. I wanted to go light, but carry the essentials required for SOTA and survival. I pieced together some of the gear I have had lying around in the garage. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">So I present the Summits On The Air Load Bearing Vest, or S.O.T.A.L.B.V. for short.....</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> The vest itself is built around a RAP4 vest and military web belt. I have had both of these for a while, and they are much like the Molle Assault vests available today for the military and law enforcement crowd.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">On the rear of the vest I have a <span class="item-title"><a href="http://hazard4.com/products/bags/slr-cases/forward-observer">Hazard 4 Forward Observer Molle SLR Camera Bag</a>. I have found that this little molle pouch will easily fit my KX3 and LifePo4 battery in the main compartment. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span class="item-title"> The zip top of the main compartment also unzips. This additional compartment has storage for small items such as a BNC connector, Elecraft KXPD3 paddles, and a set of ear buds. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span class="item-title"> I have attached two small Molle pouches to the webbing on the sides of the Hazard 4. The first is where I have stowed my compass, my Elecraft MH3 mic, and my Power-pole battery connector for the KX3.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span class="item-title">The opposite side pouch is an admin pouch for pens, pencils, a pocket knife, or other small misc items.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> I have added a few support straps that run over the shoulders down to the main pouch. This helps to distribute the load over the shoulders, and the rubber hose material allows for a little shock resistance. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span class="item-title">I also have a drop leg pouch I use for stowing my antenna components and poncho. That along with a 2 quart canteen, and a nalgene holder round out the pouches on my waist. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span class="item-title">I have included a bit of survival kit such as basic first aid items, water purification, fire starter "at least 3 ways to make fire", compass, maps, Gerber multi tool, extra HT battery, and a exterior cell battery to extend the life of my cell phone. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span class="item-title">I have adapted my 28 ft Jackite Pole to be used as a walking stick. On the pole I have attached my favorite "brush killer". For those long pesky bushwhacks.</span></span><br />
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Had a great hike up to Waterrock Knob today with Kendall and the slow SOTA dogs Gus and Max. Waterrock Knob is a pretty easy summit located on the Blue Ridge Parkway, but at 6292ft it is the highest peak in the Plott Balsams and is the 16th highest mountain in the Eastern United States.<br />
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<span><b>Date:</b>06/Apr/2014 <b>Summit:</b>W4C/WM-004 (Waterrock Knob) <b>Call Used:</b>KK4NQQ <b>Points:</b> 10 <b>Bonus:</b> 0 </span><a href="http://www.sotadata.org.uk/delActivation.aspx?activationID=142180" title="Clicking this link will delete the record of this activation, and details of all QSOs you made during the activation">Delete</a></div>
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<th class="gridheader" style="width: 10%;">Time</th><th class="gridheader" style="width: 20%;">Call</th><th class="gridheader" style="width: 15%;">Band</th><th class="gridheader" style="width: 10%;">Mode</th><th class="gridheader" style="width: 45%;">Notes</th>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell">16:44z</td><td class="gridcell">K3VED</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">7MHz</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">SSB</td><td align="left" class="gridcell">Waterock</td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell">16:49z</td><td class="gridcell">KK4CGG</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">7MHz</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">SSB</td><td align="left" class="gridcell">Waterock</td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell">16:53z</td><td class="gridcell">KJ4EAY</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">7MHz</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">SSB</td><td align="left" class="gridcell">Waterock</td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell">17:04z</td><td class="gridcell">N8YHP</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">7MHz</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">SSB</td><td align="left" class="gridcell">Waterock</td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell">17:06z</td><td class="gridcell">WX4ET</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">7MHz</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">SSB</td><td align="left" class="gridcell">Waterock</td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell">17:07z</td><td class="gridcell">K2JB</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">7MHz</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">SSB</td><td align="left" class="gridcell">Waterock</td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell">17:07z</td><td class="gridcell">W4DOW</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">7MHz</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">SSB</td><td align="left" class="gridcell">Waterock</td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell">17:08z</td><td class="gridcell">N1EU</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">7MHz</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">SSB</td><td align="left" class="gridcell">Waterock</td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell">17:08z</td><td class="gridcell">KC9TTR</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">7MHz</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">SSB</td><td align="left" class="gridcell">Waterock</td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell">17:10z</td><td class="gridcell">KD5ZZK</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">7MHz</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">SSB</td><td align="left" class="gridcell">Waterock</td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell">17:13z</td><td class="gridcell">WA2USA</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">7MHz</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">SSB</td><td align="left" class="gridcell">Waterock</td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell">17:14z</td><td class="gridcell">NE4TN</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">7MHz</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">SSB</td><td align="left" class="gridcell">Waterock</td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell">17:15z</td><td class="gridcell">AE4FZ</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">7MHz</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">SSB</td><td align="left" class="gridcell">Waterock</td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell">17:17z</td><td class="gridcell">W0MNA</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">7MHz</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">SSB</td><td align="left" class="gridcell">Waterock</td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell">17:30z</td><td class="gridcell">K0JQZ</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">24MHz</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">SSB</td><td align="left" class="gridcell">Waterock</td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell">17:33z</td><td class="gridcell">CT1BWW</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">24MHz</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">SSB</td><td align="left" class="gridcell">Waterock</td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell">17:34z</td><td class="gridcell">WA7JTM</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">24MHz</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">SSB</td><td align="left" class="gridcell">Waterock</td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell">17:35z</td><td class="gridcell">NS7P</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">24MHz</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">SSB</td><td align="left" class="gridcell">Waterock</td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell">17:37z</td><td class="gridcell">WA6ARA</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">24MHz</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">SSB</td><td align="left" class="gridcell">Waterock</td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell">17:37z</td><td class="gridcell">EA1DFP</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">24MHz</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">SSB</td><td align="left" class="gridcell">Waterock</td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell">17:38z</td><td class="gridcell">K7JFD</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">24MHz</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">SSB</td><td align="left" class="gridcell">Waterock</td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell">17:38z</td><td class="gridcell">W7RV</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">24MHz</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">SSB</td><td align="left" class="gridcell">Waterock</td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell">17:39z</td><td class="gridcell">DJ5AV</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">24MHz</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">SSB</td><td align="left" class="gridcell">Waterock</td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell">17:41z</td><td class="gridcell">KX7L</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">24MHz</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">SSB</td><td align="left" class="gridcell">Waterock</td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell">17:42z</td><td class="gridcell">EB2CZF</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">24MHz</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">SSB</td><td align="left" class="gridcell">Waterock</td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell">17:43z</td><td class="gridcell">K9ZMD</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">24MHz</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">SSB</td><td align="left" class="gridcell">Waterock</td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell">17:45z</td><td class="gridcell">N7AMA</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">24MHz</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">SSB</td><td align="left" class="gridcell">Waterock</td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell">17:45z</td><td class="gridcell">KK5QM</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">24MHz</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">SSB</td><td align="left" class="gridcell">Waterock</td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell">17:48z</td><td class="gridcell">EA2DT</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">24MHz</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">SSB</td><td align="left" class="gridcell">Waterock</td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell">17:49z</td><td class="gridcell">N7ERU</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">24MHz</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">SSB</td><td align="left" class="gridcell">Waterock</td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell">17:50z</td><td class="gridcell">WH6EAL</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">24MHz</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">SSB</td><td align="left" class="gridcell">Waterock</td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell">17:51z</td><td class="gridcell">KEQVH</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">24MHz</td><td align="center" class="gridcell">SSB</td><td align="left" class="gridcell">Waterock</td>
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<span>Check out the quick activation video at the top, and enjoy a few more pics from our day!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Finally got my SIDE KX Panels and Cover!!</span></div>
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<strong>High-performance companion panadapter for the Elecraft KX3 transceiver</strong></h3>
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<strong>Full-color waterfall and spectrum displays, with fast sweep and excellent sensitivity</strong></h3>
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<strong>Weighs just 13 oz (0.37 kg); enclosure size: 5.4 x 3.4 x 1.7” (13.7 x 8.6 x 4.3 cm)</strong></h3>
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<strong><br />Portable, High-Performance Panadapter</strong></h3>
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<strong><br />Our new PX3 Panadapter adds a visual dimension to<br />signal hunting, with fast, real-time spectrum and<br />waterfall displays of band activity. Its small size and<br />weight make it ideal for travel or field use.<br />The PX3 is fully integrated with the Elecraft KX3,<br />utilizing its serial control port and RX I/Q signals * .<br />The panadapter tracks the KX3’s VFO frequency and<br />filter settings via on-screen cursors. You can point and<br />click on signals by rotating and tapping the PX3’s<br />SELECT knob.</strong></h3>
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<strong><br />With its very wide dynamic range and frequency span<br />of up to 200 kHz, the PX3 offers better performance<br />than most PC sound cards. It’s also one of the most<br />sensitive panadapters available, detecting signals<br />down to the noise floor of the KX3. A PC or Mac can<br />still be connected to the KX3 (via the PX3) for use<br />with logging and control programs.</strong></h3>
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<strong><br />Advanced Features and Signal Processing<br />PX3 features include multi-pass signal averaging to<br />pull out weak signals, peak detection to show total<br />activity on the band, adjustable reference level, and<br />amplitude range scaling. There’s also a full set of<br />programmable switches to access often-used settings.<br />The PX3 has a wide supply voltage range (8-15 V)<br />and low current drain (typ. 140 mA @ 13.8 V). It<br />includes a comprehensive manual, and is available<br />factory assembled or as a modular, no-soldering kit.</strong></h3>
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<strong><br />Planned future features include:</strong></h3>
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<strong><br />* The PX3 uses the KX3’s baseband RX I/Q signals. It is not<br />compatible with the 8.2-MHz I.F. signal from the K3.<br /></strong></h3>
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Had a few hours after a short day at work, so I decided to make a quick SOTA Trek. I headed out to Greentop Mountain W4T/SU-076. Greentop is an easy summit to access. A short drive from Knoxville, and a short walk from the gate into the activation zone. The weather started out grey and cool. It soon turned to white and cold as snow flurries moved into the area, and the winds picked up. Greentop's towers create a lot of noise on the receiving end, so I had some difficulties picking out some contacts.<br />
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I set up among the multitude of radio towers on the summit and started calling. I worked 40 stations including some DX: Finland, Greece, England, Spain, and Whales. One of the best contacts of the day was WG0AT! I have enjoyed his activation videos for a long time. It was great to finally QSO my SOTA hero! And Thank you to all of the contacts below! <br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><span><b>Date:</b>25/Mar/2014 <b>Summit:</b>W4T/SU-076 (Greentop) <b>Call Used:</b>KK4NQQ <b>Points:</b> 8 <b>Bonus:</b> 3 </span></span></div>
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<th class="gridheader" style="width: 10%;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Time</span></th><th class="gridheader" style="width: 20%;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Call</span></th><th class="gridheader" style="width: 15%;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Band</span></th><th class="gridheader" style="width: 10%;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Mode</span></th><th class="gridheader" style="width: 45%;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Notes</span></th>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">17:10z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">WX4ET</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">17:16z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">AE4FZ</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">17:16z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">W4DOW</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">17:17z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">W4JKC</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">17:17z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">N4EX</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">17:18z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">K4LFB</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">17:26z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">NE4TN</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">17:26z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">VA3MZB</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">17:38z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">W0MNA</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">17:38z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">WOERI</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">14MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">17:39z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">NS7P</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">14MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">17:40z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">VE2JCW</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">14MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">17:40z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">W7RV</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">14MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">17:41z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">N7UN</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">14MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">17:43z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">KB1RJC</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">14MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">17:48z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">WI2W</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">14MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">17:48z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">KC3BZT</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">14MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">17:50z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">KK4HEQ</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">14MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">17:51z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">N8DEA</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">14MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">17:52z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">W7CNL</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">14MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">17:53z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">KG3W</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">14MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">18:00z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">G6TUH</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">24MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">18:01z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">K6EL</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">24MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">18:02z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">W7RV</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">24MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">18:03z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">W7AUM</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">24MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">18:05z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">OH9XX</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">24MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">18:06z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">WA6RIC</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">24MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">18:06z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">WG0AT</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">24MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">18:08z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">KK7EL</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">24MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">18:09z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">EA2DT</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">24MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">18:13z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">N7AMA</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">24MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">18:15z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">KB7HH</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">24MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">18:16z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">KD5KC</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">24MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">18:18z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">WB5USB</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">24MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">18:20z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">ON4FI</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">24MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">18:22z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">GW4VPX</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">24MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">18:22z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">NS7P</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">24MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">18:25z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">KF5PMU</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">24MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">18:30z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">G0RQL</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">24MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">18:31z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SV2OEW</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">24MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Greentop</span></td>
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I have a big announcement to make. I have been named one of my Departments new K9 Officers. In May I begin the K9 Academy and I get to pick out my furry new partner. I will do my best to activate whenever I can, but who knows how much time I will have in the next two months. I will post a few picks soon. And who knows, I might be able to bring him along on a few SOTA's!!! </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I was truly blessed this weekend with two gorgeous days to return to Mt Le Conte. My first activation last July was very wet, and did not offer the views I had hoped. This weekend was the total opposite. What an awesome weekend. Check out my first activation of Mt Le Conte <a href="http://kk4nqq.blogspot.com/2013/07/a-wet-day-on-mount-leconte.html">here.</a> </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I decided to head out late Sunday morning for a summit attempt around dinner time. As many of you know I am not the fastest mountaineer in the world. I am more of a tortoise than a hare. I packed a full load up the mountain today in order to sustain me through a cold night on the summit My KX3 and antenna were joined with some new gear I received for Christmas! A new pack, a new sleeping bag, and a really cool little camp stove.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">My new pack is an <a href="http://www.eberlestock.com/V69%20Destroyer%20and%20V90%20Battleship.htm">Eberlestock Battleship</a>, and as packs go it is a big one. It performed flawlessly. The Battleship is not a light pack but the suspension and padding system really carry the load extremely well. My new sleeping bag is a <a href="https://www.bigagnes.com/Products/Detail/Bag/whiskeypark0">Big Agnes Whiskey Park 0 Degree bag</a>. As a "larger" activator I require a bit more space in a sleeping bag. This bag with its ample room fits me well. And with is integrated insulated inflatable sleeping pad i was kept toasty on the cold night. And to cook my food on this trek I used my new little <a href="http://www.solostove.com/">SOLO Stove.</a> This little hobo stove does not require you to carry fuel up with you. Just pop in a little bit of dry wood for fuel, and in no time you have boiling water! Check out a video <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IZUrDRo3ins">here. </a> Its pretty damn cool.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I hit the trail with my new gear and started up the trail. The weather was perfect! Spring seemed to have arrived for my activation attempt. Mt Le Conte is an iconic trail in the Smokey Mountains, and I believe I will have to make this an annual activation stop. The trail was in good shape this year, and was in use by many hikers, backpackers, and spring breakers. I met and spoke with people from all aver the US, each sharing in a great hike.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I enjoyed the views all the way to the top. I stopped by the shelter, my home away from home for the evening, and dropped off my sleeping kit to claim my spot. I then continued up to High Top. It is marked by a pile of stones. I had a hell of a time getting my antenna up into a tree but soon I was setup and running. I made contacts on 20 and 40 meters. I had intended on trying 80 meters as well, but I was not having any luck on 80. The bands were very busy with lots of QRM. I hoped to make more contacts with some of my favorite activators, but I was not having a great deal of luck on the bands. I also could not self spot via my cell phone. In the future I plan on learning how to self spot via APRS. I believe this will help everyone chasing me.</span><br />
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<tr><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">22:20z</span></td><td class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">EA2LU</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">14MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"></td></tr>
<tr><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">22:20z</span></td><td class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">NT1K</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">14MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"></td></tr>
<tr><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">22:21z</span></td><td class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">NS7P</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">14MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"></td></tr>
<tr><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">22:21z</span></td><td class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">KG3W</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">14MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"></td></tr>
<tr><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">22:21z</span></td><td class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">G6TUH</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">14MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"></td></tr>
<tr><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">22:22z</span></td><td class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">K8TE</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">14MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"></td></tr>
<tr><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">22:22z</span></td><td class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">EA2IF</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">14MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"></td></tr>
<tr><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">22:23z</span></td><td class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">W7RV</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">14MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"></td></tr>
<tr><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">22:24z</span></td><td class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">G4OBK</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">14MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"></td></tr>
<tr><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">22:24z</span></td><td class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">K5WI</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">14MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"></td></tr>
<tr><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">22:25z</span></td><td class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">KB1RJD</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">14MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"></td></tr>
<tr><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">22:25z</span></td><td class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">KB1RJC</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">14MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"></td></tr>
<tr><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">22:30z</span></td><td class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">AI0Q</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">14MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"></td></tr>
<tr><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">22:33z</span></td><td class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">KK4HEQ</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">14MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"></td></tr>
<tr><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">22:34z</span></td><td class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">N6CK</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">14MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"></td></tr>
<tr><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">22:37z</span></td><td class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">KA5PVB</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">14MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"></td></tr>
<tr><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">23:30z</span></td><td class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">K2RKB</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"></td></tr>
<tr><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">23:31z</span></td><td class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">KE6IVK</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"></td></tr>
<tr><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">23:32z</span></td><td class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">KK4FWE</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"></td></tr>
<tr><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">23:35z</span></td><td class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">KK4LZF</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"></td></tr>
<tr><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">23:36z</span></td><td class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">WA4TZT</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"></td></tr>
<tr><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">23:38z</span></td><td class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">KK4FTW</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"></td></tr>
<tr><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">23:40z</span></td><td class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">N4ILK</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"></td></tr>
<tr><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">23:41z</span></td><td class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">N4UTN</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"></td></tr>
<tr><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">23:42z</span></td><td class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">KK4SME</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"></td></tr>
<tr><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">23:43z</span></td><td class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">N3AIN</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"></td></tr>
<tr><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">23:44z</span></td><td class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">AA3JK</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"></td></tr>
<tr><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">23:45z</span></td><td class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">KC4COP</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"></td></tr>
<tr><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">23:46z</span></td><td class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">N4EFL</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"></td></tr>
<tr><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">23:47z</span></td><td class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">KR4KW</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"></td></tr>
<tr><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">23:48z</span></td><td class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">NS8G</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"></td></tr>
<tr><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">23:49z</span></td><td class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">KK4SME</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"></td></tr>
<tr><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">23:50z</span></td><td class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">K5DNA</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"></td></tr>
<tr><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">23:51z</span></td><td class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">WA4YGN</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"><span style="background-color: black;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell" style="border: 1px solid black; font-size: 9pt;"></td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I woke up just before sunup and was greeted with a foggy, dewy morning. I busted out my SOLO stove and fired up breakfast. Dehydrated eggs and bacon, mmm mmm good. I packed up and headed back down the mountain. As I descended the fog and clouds parted, and I was treated to a second beautiful day. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Again thank you to all of the chasers out there. I enjoy contacting all the dedicated chasers, as well as those who know nothing about SOTA. I like educating Hams about Summits on the Air, and I hope the more people I introduce to our sport will spawn more chasers, and activators for the future.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">What a beautiful late winters day! It has been a long busy winter for me, and I have been itching to get back out on the trail. To start the new year I decided to head out to House Mountain. House is the first mountain I ever activated, so I thought it would be fitting to blow the cobwebs off!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> House Mountain is a mountain located in Corryton, Tennessee, about 8 miles northeast of Knoxville.<sup class="reference" id="cite_ref-2"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/House_Mountain_%28Knox_County,_Tennessee%29#cite_note-2"></a></sup> Rising to an elevation of 2,064 feet , House Mountain is the highest point in Knox County. This is a short hike of about 2.6 miles round trip to the summit. The trail rises about 850 ft in 1.3 miles. Most of the trail is easy going, but there are some steep sections.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Today I decided to take the Mountain Trail to the Crest Trail, and onward to the summit. This, I believe is the easier of the two trails. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">On a side note while researching House Mountain I can across a blog from the <a href="http://appalachianirishman.blogspot.com/">Appalachian Irishman</a>. He has climbed House over 100 times. In Late December a landowner and Game Warden claim to have spotted a Black Mountain Lion along the ridge. Boy, that would have been a sight to see!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The last quarter mile is the steepest section of the Mountain Trail as you can see above. The trail switches back several times, and is rocky in some spots. The trail is well traveled, and on a nice day such as this you will see many fellow hikers.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">After the Mountain Trail intersects the Crest Trail the path is very easy going to the summit.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGKw_Cx08KYpmGQwlSAmrmvu_oQGimK-2pXIRKGCW4CyTLiS3R8hg9oQyYuHmehNo2uC6nwRaJ5kl0ZNYyjvHz8GCiuFhFxQAof1AZ4Iqhe8bWGohhNZM7wBeRMb8iC6ymWBIR1XxJI-gI/s1600/20140222_112332.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGKw_Cx08KYpmGQwlSAmrmvu_oQGimK-2pXIRKGCW4CyTLiS3R8hg9oQyYuHmehNo2uC6nwRaJ5kl0ZNYyjvHz8GCiuFhFxQAof1AZ4Iqhe8bWGohhNZM7wBeRMb8iC6ymWBIR1XxJI-gI/s1600/20140222_112332.jpg" height="640" width="480" /></a> The stairs to the right go up to the remnants of the old observation tower on the summit. The views on the summit are mostly obscured by trees, but a bit of the scenery can be seen. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I set up the KX3 and my 88' inverted V antenna and started activating. It was a good day with some great contacts. As always thanks to all the chasers today! </span><br />
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<td class="gridcell" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">17:55z</span></td><td class="gridcell" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">WX4ET</span></td><td class="gridcell" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">144MHz</span></td><td class="gridcell" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">SSB</span></td><td class="gridcell" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">House Mt sts Max Patch</span></td>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Made a few long distance contacts today. These included G4OBK in England, EA4LU in Spain, and HK3C in Columbia. I also had several Summit to Summits including WX4ET, my FIRST 2M STS contact. Thanks Erik! It was a great day to start out 2014. I also had the opportunity to try out my new long distance pack. So far I love it! The larger pack fits my larger frame very well LOL! I will work up a video review of my new <a href="http://www.eberlestock.com/V69%20Destroyer%20and%20V90%20Battleship.htm">Eberlestock Battleship</a> in the near future. I think its going to be a great year!</span><br />
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<br />JDooganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00981036562445832917noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3561626287070074788.post-85391874396013178572013-12-01T09:20:00.000-05:002013-12-01T09:40:10.052-05:00HEMLOCK KNOB<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">The day after Thanksgiving and it was a beautiful November morning. I decided it would be a good day to burn off a few calories and get in a SOTA. So fueled by turkey and a passion for SOTA I set out towards Hemlock Knob. Hemlock Knob is a 3973ft peak just off the Cherohala Skyway at latitude - longitude coordinates of N 35.359526 and W
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> The hike begins at Eagles Gap parking area and you follow
an overgrown service road most of the way to the summit. The hike is
less than a mile and not too strenuous. I believe that this is another
summit that would be easier to complete in the colder months of the year
due to the abundance of briars and Mountain Laurel. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">After reaching the summit I set up within the remnants of an old Ranger Station. The antenna I used today was an 88ft inverted V supported by my 31 ft Jackite fiberglass pole. I run 300ohm twin line down and directly to the BNC connector on my KX3. I made 34 QSO's today. I made some great contacts on 12m into Europe and the UK! Thanks to all the chasers out there!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;"><br /><b>Date:</b>29/Nov/2013 <b>Summit:</b>W4T/SU-043 (Hemlock Knob) <b>Call Used:</b>KK4NQQ <b>Points:</b> 8 <b>Bonus:</b> 0 <a href="http://www.sotadata.org.uk/delActivation.aspx?activationID=131843" title="Clicking this link will delete the record of this activation, and details of all QSOs you made during the activation">Delete</a></span><br />
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">15:30z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">KC4PMS</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><br /></span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">15:32z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">N4EX</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><br /></span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">15:33z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">NE4TN</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><br /></span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">15:34z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">W4DOW</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><br /></span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">15:36z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">KF4MH</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><br /></span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">15:37z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">KG3W</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><br /></span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">15:37z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">W0MNA</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><br /></span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">15:38z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">KB1RJD</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><br /></span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">15:38z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">KB1RJC</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><br /></span></td>
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JDooganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00981036562445832917noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3561626287070074788.post-32077189413770866252013-11-17T12:22:00.000-05:002013-11-17T12:22:05.288-05:00ACTIVATING BLANKET MOUNTAINFall is falling behind and winter is fast approaching. So Kendall and I decided since we had a free Saturday to head out and activate! Our target was <a href="http://sotawatch.org/summits.php?summit=W4T/SU-020">Blanket Mountain W4T/SU-020 </a>Blanket Mountain is a 4609 ft peak in the Great Smokey Mountain National Park.<br />
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We gained access to Blanket Mountain by heading to Elkmont in the Smokey Mountains. We started at the trail head of Jakes Creek Trail and continued south along the creek. The trail was well maintained and not too steep. We followed Jakes Creek for 3.7 miles until we hit Jakes Gap. Below you will see the trail sign that marks the gap.<br />
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This is where it got interesting. From Jakes Gap access to the summit is via a manway, or an unmaintained ex-trail. The manway was easy to find but there were stretches of mountain laurel that slowed our progress. The fall and winter seasons are the time to attempt this summit. I imagine the underbrush would make the manway very difficult in the summer. After a 4.7 mile hike we reached the summit. There is a small clearing with the remains of a Rangers cabin. I set up and made many contacts. Thanks to all the chasers!<br />
<span><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>Date:</b>16/Nov/2013 <b>Summit:</b>W4T/SU-020 (Blanket Mountain) <b>Call Used:</b>KK4NQQ <b>Points:</b> 10 <b>Bonus:</b> 0 </span></span><span style="font-size: x-small;"><a href="http://www.sotadata.org.uk/delActivation.aspx?activationID=131317" title="Clicking this link will delete the record of this activation, and details of all QSOs you made during the activation">Delete</a><br />
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">19:29z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">KO1U</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">14MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Blanket Mountain</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">19:30z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">KF5J</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">14MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Blanket Mountain</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">19:31z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">W5RST</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">14MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Blanket Mountain</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">19:32z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">W7RV</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">14MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Blanket Mountain</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">19:33z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">AD5A</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">14MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Blanket Mountain</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">19:34z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">NS7P</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">14MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Blanket Mountain</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">19:39z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">K4YA</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">14MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Blanket Mountain</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">19:41z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">W4DOW</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Blanket Mountain</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">19:42z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">N4EX</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Blanket Mountain</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">19:42z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">AE4FZ</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Blanket Mountain</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">19:43z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">WX4ET</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Blanket Mountain</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">19:43z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">WA2USA</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Blanket Mountain</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">19:45z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">NE4TN</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Blanket Mountain</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">19:46z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">KI4SVM</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Blanket Mountain</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">19:47z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">K0LAF</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Blanket Mountain</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">19:48z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">KB2XX</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Blanket Mountain</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">19:48z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">W6UB</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Blanket Mountain</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">19:54z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">AC4M</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">7MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Blanket Mountain</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">19:58z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">K5RWP</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">18MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Blanket Mountain</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">19:59z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">K0NO</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">18MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Blanket Mountain</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">19:59z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">K1JJJ</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">18MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Blanket Mountain</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">20:00z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">AB7YL</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">18MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Blanket Mountain</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">20:01z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">W0MNA</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">18MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Blanket Mountain</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">20:01z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">W0ERI</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">18MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Blanket Mountain</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">20:02z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">KA5PVB</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">18MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Blanket Mountain</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">20:04z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">K7NIT</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">18MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Blanket Mountain STS</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">20:05z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">K7ATN</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">18MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Blanket Mountain STS</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">20:06z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">KO1U</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">18MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Blanket Mountain</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">20:08z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">WD0H</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">18MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Blanket Mountain</span></td>
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<td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">20:09z</span></td><td class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">WA6RIC</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">18MHz</span></td><td align="center" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">SSB</span></td><td align="left" class="gridcell"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Blanket Mountain</span></td></tr>
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It was a tough hike for Kendall and if anyone was watching our APRS track you can attest to our slow pace. As you can see she did make it to the summit and helped a great deal as I activated.<br />
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It was a great day for SOTA. <br />
<br />73's AND KEEP CLIMBING!!!!JDooganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00981036562445832917noreply@blogger.com0