~ VHF Contest
~ VHF Contest
SCARA Members take part in a VHF Contest
September 10 & 11, 2022
The association set-up field equipment at the Fire Tower located off Leonard Road in the Town of Gilboa, NY.
~ Rocco (WU2M) working the radio trying to make contact.
Antenna tower preparations.
The count-down before going on their air.
Reviewing the power requirements of the radios and laptops.
The first of four views of the antenna and fire towers.
Fire tower is currently closed. DEC is hoping to refurbish it so the public can again enjoy the views.
Matt (KD2TBS) on his laptop while Tim (K2TRR) in a partial view takes care of Zoey.
One cook - several supervisors.
Reid, KD2IPD
Time for the cook-out to begin
Photographer (KD2VIU) was able to stop by for a quick visit
A view from the campsite. The upper Gilboa reservoir can be seen just at the base of some mountains.
Matt (KD2TBS) and Rocco (WU2M) completing their final checks of the equipment.
Rocco (WU2M) and Matt (KD2TBS) begin "working" the radios.
Rocco (WU2M) and Matt (KD2TBS) checking the database.
The radio equipment set-up.
A beautiful sunset to cap off a beautiful day.
"The Boss", John (KC2RMD) making his rounds.
The public is always welcome to visit us during various field day activities regardless of location.
Tim (K2TRR) gets ready to "log-in"
Zoey keeps an ever vigilant eye on everything.