Category Archives: Everything else

Just an example of some of the cool things that happen there – wish I had been around for the launch.  The pics do the most justice – at 1000, 3000, 7000 and 10000 feet, and then where ever the … Continue reading →

Well, I’m not feeling inspired to do a big write up on the hamfest this year.  You feel free to post your thoughts.  All stories get approved here (by registered users). In the meantime, here is a couple of the … Continue reading →

Wonder what 2012 will bring? 2000: 28,804 (ARRL Newsletter) 2001: 26,151 (ARRL Newsletter, hard rain) 2002: 24,832 (ARRL Newsletter) 2003: 22,168 (ARRL Newsletter, nearly constant rain on Saturday) 2004: 19,869 (ARRL Newsletter, rain) 2005: 20,411 (ARRL Newsletter) 2006: 20,324 (ARRL … Continue reading →

WHAT: the spring Tailgate Fest WHERE: The Scottish Rite Temple parking lot 4204 Hermitage Rd. Richmond, VA WHEN: April 28, 2012   8:00 AM – 12:00 PM Lets get the word out to all the hams around Central Virginia there have … Continue reading →

There was a lot of money, radios, accessories and other junk exchanging hands yesterday at the 2012 Frostfest.  Over 2,400 hams attended, with a large group that had never attended the hamfest in past years.  The halls were full of … Continue reading →

Hey Folks, Just wanted to fill you in on a new device I purchased through amazon.  The Telebouncer.  This device is placed on your incoming phone line and is designed to take care of all the bullsh*# phone calls you … Continue reading →

Another Swap Fest held by the 6 meter sideband net was held today at the Acca Temple on Hermitage Road.  I am calling it a success because I made off with less junk than what I had when I got … Continue reading →

From Wired.com: From a lonely rusted tower in a forest north of Moscow, a mysterious shortwave radio station transmitted day and night. For at least the decade leading up to 1992, it broadcast almost nothing but beeps; after that, it … Continue reading →

Ham Radio Deluxe – the program that I think we have all used (or still use) for a host of radio related functions has been sold.  The future is up in the air, needless to say.  See this link below. … Continue reading →