FD2023 Updates and Clarifications

[Dave Bates]

Hello.

Well, we’re less than three days away from the start of FD2023 !!

We will use the club call WØGS as a 3 transmitter operation 3A from the Missouri section MO.

Decisions on what equipment and antennas to use have been made. There will be a CW station, a voice station, and a digital station.  All 3 stations will be using N3FJP logging software networked together.  All three stations will be using emergency power.

At this point in time, we have MORE THAN ENOUGH help with setup and tear down,  Setup will take place Saturday AM .  If you have not been contacted already regarding setup, you do not have to be there until midday Saturday.

Field Day is a 24 hour event starting at 1 PM Saturday and concluding at 1PM Sunday.  

This year, thanks to the efforts of Herb, KEØPXJ and the through the cooperation of the Missouri Dept. of Conservation, the WØGS  FD operation will be held at the Bray Conservation Area on County Road 7000 about 1.5 miles past the dog food pant. This will be an indoor, air-conditioned venue with kitchen and restroom facilities at our disposal.

The real challenge has always been to have continuous operations at all stations throughout the 24 hour period . Operators willing to operate anytime between 10PM Saturday and 5 AM Sunday are highly encouraged to come on out.  Sunday morning operators are also encouraged to volunteer.

Use of headphones is HIGHLY recommended, so bring ‘em if you have them. We use a Bencher BY-1 paddle at the CW station, so if you prefer something else, you might want to bring your own.

Food and Drink are on a “Bring your Own “ basis.

No alcohol is permitted on the grounds.  Also, no smoking is allowed in the building.

Hope you can make it this weekend,

Dave Bates, KFØXQ 

Interim President/FD Chairman, RRARS

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Dave Bates