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Re: [CQ-Contest] ARRL Field Day

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Subject: Re: [CQ-Contest] ARRL Field Day
From: Nate Bargmann <n0nb@n0nb.us>
Date: Wed, 9 Jun 2010 09:44:53 -0500
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* On 2010 09 Jun 07:10 -0500, jpescatore@aol.com wrote:
> If you are introducing potential contesters to contesting via Field Day, I 
> think it is much better to get them running stations, vs. using spotting - 
> they will be much better off getting comfortable with running, since that is 
> often a real big obstacle to non-contesters.
> 
> 
> If you introducing new hams to ham operating in general via Field Day, I 
> think it would be much, much better to have them turn a dial, recognize calls 
> themselves, vs. at an early stage in their operating start out being "click 
> and shooters."
> 
> 
> For introducing contesters to spot-assisted computer logging, or for 
> contesters looking to maximize FD contacts, sure - but for newbies, FD should 
> really be about improving basic operating skills.

I agree whole-heartedly.  John offers excellent advice.

73, de Nate >>

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