Jack VA4JP
@jackva4jp-k0jp.bsky.social
Retired Radio/TV Chief Engineer. American in Canada. Ham radio interests: HF contest & weak signal VHF/UHF/Microwave ops. First licensed 1957, continuously since 1961. Member RAC & Radiosport Manitoba. ARRL Life Member. Please, no political posts!
It's good to get confirmation of a 20 year old QSO!
January 21, 2025 at 11:35 PM
It's good to get confirmation of a 20 year old QSO!
Alpha Lyrae is the brightest star in the constellation Lyra (The Lyre). It is one of the three stars comprising the Summer Triangle.
January 4, 2025 at 10:21 PM
Alpha Lyrae is the brightest star in the constellation Lyra (The Lyre). It is one of the three stars comprising the Summer Triangle.
Yes, I have serious issues with the ARRL but, for all the troubles it's had, LoTW still provides some wonderful surprises. Like when folks are dragged, kicking and screaming, into the 21st Century. Mike, VE9AA: Yes, I am just kidding. 😁 Jack, VA4JP/K0JP/VE3RUA/W6NF and more...
January 1, 2025 at 7:13 PM
Yes, I have serious issues with the ARRL but, for all the troubles it's had, LoTW still provides some wonderful surprises. Like when folks are dragged, kicking and screaming, into the 21st Century. Mike, VE9AA: Yes, I am just kidding. 😁 Jack, VA4JP/K0JP/VE3RUA/W6NF and more...
The ARRL 10-meter contest is history. I had limited time to operate but it was fun with a VERY limited antenna setup.
December 16, 2024 at 3:50 AM
The ARRL 10-meter contest is history. I had limited time to operate but it was fun with a VERY limited antenna setup.
In 1958 I joined the Milwaukee Radio Amateurs' Club which met in a fancy Pabst Brewing meeting hall. Older members, a few of whom were founders of the club (1917), always wore a suit and tie to all club functions. It lent an air of dignity, especially when compared to my scruffy 12-year-old self.
December 4, 2024 at 12:06 AM
In 1958 I joined the Milwaukee Radio Amateurs' Club which met in a fancy Pabst Brewing meeting hall. Older members, a few of whom were founders of the club (1917), always wore a suit and tie to all club functions. It lent an air of dignity, especially when compared to my scruffy 12-year-old self.
Speaking of 1922, this was the cover of QST for January, 1922, announcing the results of the 1921 Transatlantic Tests. I formerly owned the whole year of QST for 1922 and scanned this historical cover before sending them off for someone else to enjoy.
December 2, 2024 at 3:43 AM
Speaking of 1922, this was the cover of QST for January, 1922, announcing the results of the 1921 Transatlantic Tests. I formerly owned the whole year of QST for 1922 and scanned this historical cover before sending them off for someone else to enjoy.