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I operate within the local Southern New Jersey Area including, South Jersey, Delaware, Maryland and Philadelphia. Thank you for contacting me on Parks on the Air, I activate parks for K2AA South Jersey Radio Association and AA2SD.
I also operate as a Rover as AA2SD/R in the field for the ARRL VHF Contests.
Parks on the Air (POTA Park Activations) in New Jersey - AA2SD amateur radio operator Parks on the Air (POTA Activations) AA2SD is a Amateur Ham Radio Operator located in New Jersey USA. Follow along with AA2SD with the Parks on the Air POTA activations in New Jersey Parks on the Air ℠. (POTA) is an ongoing program, it encourages amateur radio operators in developing their skills, fostering community and demonstrating the hobby to the public. There are thousands of parks available in the program and each will present a unique experience.
I also operate as a Rover as AA2SD/R in the field for the ARRL VHF Contests.
Parks on the Air (POTA Park Activations) in New Jersey - AA2SD amateur radio operator Parks on the Air (POTA Activations) AA2SD is a Amateur Ham Radio Operator located in New Jersey USA. Follow along with AA2SD with the Parks on the Air POTA activations in New Jersey Parks on the Air ℠. (POTA) is an ongoing program, it encourages amateur radio operators in developing their skills, fostering community and demonstrating the hobby to the public. There are thousands of parks available in the program and each will present a unique experience.
2 Mtr Sprint AA2SD/R Rover Fall Sprint Mount Airy Pack Rats VHF Club
What is a Fall VHF UHF Sprint?
The purpose of the Fall Sprints is to encourage weak signal VHF/UHF amateur radio operation & have fun. This short event also allows for operators to check equipment on bands before the Sept VHF Contest and the Jan VHF Contest.
All amateurs are encouraged to participate, even if only in a small way. The Fall Sprints are meant to get everyone on the air. The rules encourage rover, microwave operation and the casual operator new to VHF/UHF.The overall operating time for each Sprint is short(like a sprint and meant to compress the activity into a shorter time span. Classes: Stations will be classified as either Single Op HP, Single Op LP, or Rover. A portable or mobile station that operates from only one grid is considered a Single Op station. A Rover must operate from at least 2 grid squares.
The rules can be found here: 2024 Fall Sprint Rules
A printable announcement here: 2024 Fall Sprint Announcement
For questions or comments please contact the committee at fallsprints@packratvhf.com.
The purpose of the Fall Sprints is to encourage weak signal VHF/UHF amateur radio operation & have fun. This short event also allows for operators to check equipment on bands before the Sept VHF Contest and the Jan VHF Contest.
All amateurs are encouraged to participate, even if only in a small way. The Fall Sprints are meant to get everyone on the air. The rules encourage rover, microwave operation and the casual operator new to VHF/UHF.The overall operating time for each Sprint is short(like a sprint and meant to compress the activity into a shorter time span. Classes: Stations will be classified as either Single Op HP, Single Op LP, or Rover. A portable or mobile station that operates from only one grid is considered a Single Op station. A Rover must operate from at least 2 grid squares.
The rules can be found here: 2024 Fall Sprint Rules
A printable announcement here: 2024 Fall Sprint Announcement
For questions or comments please contact the committee at fallsprints@packratvhf.com.
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What an amazing place to play radio! It was cool to see your setup too. My son and I were all set to do a 2m FM POTA during the sprint but we got hit with really bad thunder and lightning storms.
Looks like fun!
I knew I should have brought my 3 element yagi and radio to the campground. Good luck.
Love Cape May
What a really fun video! That is exactly how you are supposed to do it! I enjoyed seeing the Elks up on the mast and operating. That really brings a smile to my face! 73 de Jim W6LK
Thanks Jim lots fun and the Elks work great as quick and effective antenna. I always keep a pair in my Car for quick activations in the roll up bag
Gorgeous Beach Scenery... 😍👍
Mount Airy where ?
Scott, great job documenting the excellent event hosted by the Packrats. Unfortunately, I had previous plans and was out of the country at the time, so I was unable to enjoy the festivities and meet / see old friends. But your effort in putting together a video at least let me share in the experience. Thanks again,73, Bert, K3IUV
cool .. maybe further NORTH WEST to Potter County and the Susquahanock state forest.. HUGE 2400 ft mts and long view to the distance.. meat microwave hams there making contacts across states..neat..new activity.. I just POTA there (and most of the places you were at)..guess 2/6m harder.. i found HF amazing when up high or down in the no cell service valleys ..might have to try this VHF activity some time... good luck (kd2pwb, from Kopernik Observatory , astronomy club, ham club)
Thanks lots of VHF and UHF activity I will be out for the Sept Contest and hope to work you
What was your vhf setup? I worked you from CT with a PAR loop and 50 watts.
Hello I was using all Halo Loops - 2 Mtrs was 50 watts on top of the mountain with a stacked pair of Halo Antennas on my Roof Rack thks
Have you tried putting it on the roof? just wondering if that would impact anything
Yes I did place it on the Roof with a large magnet mount with 3 magnets. I got much better results on the lift gate. Please note that I have a ground wire going to the frame attached to the lift gate mount. You need a very good ground with the ATAS 120
What a great setup! Sorry I couldn't participate this time, but will try next one. 73
Thanks Bill I hope to work you during the June VHF contest from the Poconos
What station did you get in CT near the CT river?
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Great activation Scott! You do an outstanding presentation of the team’s efforts there. 👏👏
Thanks Joe, great support from SJRA and Pack Rats Members and lots of fun!
Good Job, Scott. I had no Luck yet on the Magic Band this Year. But I am on it and it will come I am sure. Happy Easter & 73 de Uncle Günter 💯👍🙋♂
Thank you Uncle Gunter, the weather was still cool here with 38 degrees during the activation!
Thank you for the size comparison with an actual reference in the immediate background!
Excellent Setup, Scott. It's interresting to see how well Antennas perform which are just a couple Foot high from the Ground. I needed to share that one on Facebook. Good Job. Happy Monday & 73 de Uncle Günter 💯👍🙋♂
Thanks Uncle G!
Nice activation! Though I have been hearing about Parks on the Air from my Twitter contacts for the past one year, I am yet to hear any station in my radio. Could be because of time zone difference and the only narrow Grey Line window for us to the US. So far I have worked only KE5EE super station from the US, on SSB, that too with my report as 5,5 on 20 m. 73 de Jon, VU2JO
You can go on the POTA web site and check the spotting network you will see activity almost all day and evenings
@@AA2SD Thank you. 73
I bet that antenna did a fantastic job, over that marsh!... Just like an RF mirror!
Yes the river helped with the antenna
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Thanks Tom I activate Cape May during the summer almost every other weekend and look forward to meeting you
Great activations!, We did not hear SNJ stations at our WFD site but we did pick up WNY and NNY on the short hop. 73
Thanks I was out on a Rove, condition's difficult
Great video as all of them are, Scott. I have a small summer place in Cape May, so maybe if you're at the park this summer, I'll drive over and see you operate. I've been wanting to try David Douglass Memorial Park over by the ferry some time. It's in FM28, and a good water shot up to Philadelphia. It's not a POTA entity, but could be fun for the June contest. Tom, K3GM
Hello Tom look forward to the Summer Activation
Well done!! 73 de N1XV
Thanks
I'm working on one that is resonant on 40 and up for POTA.
Great job Scott! Nice set up and promotion of Amateur Rsfio while you were set up and traveling. Thanks for the points too! Joe - KC2TN
Thanks Joe you had a great signal on the mountain ! great to work you AA2SD/R
Great Video. I also posted some of my activity albeit no where near the nice locales as you. Look forward to hearing your next Rove in June . 73
Thanks
Is that a painters pole supporting the 2m/70cm log? Did the mast fit snug inside the Elk's 1" PVC mount? Great video!!!
I used a Spider Beam Fiberglass Pole, you can use a painters pole for the very lightweight Elk Yagi Antennas
@@AA2SD did the top of the mast fit into the PVC in the Elk without modification? Thanks for the reply
Happy New Year; Scott 💯🙏🍀🛡🍻👍
Thanks and Happy New Year to you
The camera at the top of the "Tower" is a great addition. Jim KE2AYY
Great Video! Always good to hear SSB voice on VHF+!
Congrats
Thank you for the video. 10m Band was your friend that day.
I have no clue how you managed to get that mounted to the trunk. I looked at my Crosstrek and there doesn't seem to be enough surface to install an antenna mount
You have to remove a small part of the molding on the underside of the trunk lid to mount the antenna. Best of luck with your installation.
@@AA2SD I somehow managed to get to barely fit next to the AWD badging. Had to file it a tiny bit to keep it from hitting the corner against the paint job though
Yes, we had Alan going, "....but wait, we have a 5th operator". Jim. KE2AYY
That was a lot of fun !
As always, good work and entertaining video. Jim KE2AYY
Thanks Jim you missed a good activation, appreciate all of the support from Club Members !
good video but the music is way too loud ..
Thanks for the feedback I will adjust the audio on all future videos to a lower level
nice Scott. surprised I didn't work you in September. I will be QRV lower 4 with all antennas and amps working. David N2SLO FN30
Thanks David I will be out for the Jan VHF Contest let's set up a SKED for this !
You have only version with 37 degree angle?
That's always the saddest day for me. Having to haul out and no sailing/boating, or just 'crashing' at the dock for a weekend until Spring comes around again. I'm working on my "downsized" boat -- moving down from a 50-foot steel schooner to a little 25-Westerly Centaur. I wish I could figure a way to change it from a "Marconi" rig with a single jib to a gaff rig with two jibs. She was a great little boat before I got the "Bigger, bigger, bigger" bug and it'll be nice to have something smaller and perfect for single-handing again. Much less of a 'production' than taking the schooner out for a day sail. Know anybody looking for a Colvin Gazelle?
It was a pleasure joining you on your activation Scott. You and Joe KC2SGV got my log book started on 6 and 10 meters, I guess the rest is inevitable. Jim KE2AYY
Great setup, looks like it does well even below the roof line of your car
Yes Chris I am surprised how well this Antenna works on 40 20 and 15
Have you tried this with anything other than a Yaesu radio? I know you'd need a different controller.
Id like to see more time spent/details given on your exact set up showing all the components of antenna, amp, transceiver, PC/logging, power supply and cabling. You can show a copy of your log if you want for your contacts. THEN we can listen to contacts you made last thing. Showing setup gives better context. Your video is way better than mine (I have zero vids!), anyway thanks for sharing!
Thanks I will do this, I am a one man show and record everything on a mobile phone and operate at the same time,
Another good job for the log books. Jim KE2AYY
Thanks for the support, glad to test a another antenna for Roving !
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Great video, Scott! It was great meeting you on Camelback mountain and see your great rover. Thanks also for a clean sweep on all bands from all three locations. 73, --Alex KR1ST
Thanks Alex
Thanks Alex good to meet you and work all bands
Thanks Alex it was great to meet up on the mountain with you. I look forward the the Jan VHF contest at some new locations !
2:09 "let me see if I can get out" 😊 You painted yourself into a corner with all that nice EQ. Was looking for your signal. Maybe January VHF. 73
Thanks Sorry we did not make a contact, I will be out in Parks Every month and planning a Jan VHF Rove !
I will Roving during the Jan VHF send me a text and we can set up a SKED - 73 AA2SD
Beautiful 💯👌
Uncle G thank you!
Thanks Uncle G !
Once again, great work Scott. Jim KE2AYY
Thanks Jim great to work everyone on the air !