Ham Radio Unplugged: A Candid Chat with the Grouch and General

The challenging Support Your Parks Weekend takes center stage as Paul shares his determined four-hour activation that yielded just 28 contacts amidst frustrating band conditions. With wind whipping his EZ-Up shelter and sporadic propagation, his story perfectly captures the resilience that defines our hobby. Meanwhile, Todd's experiences with repeater testing reveal promising new coverage areas, giving local operators more reliable communication options.