Just a few more thoughts about activity. I know we all have
opinions about this subject, but we each need to choose a
method, and try to execute. Here's my thoughts, after hearing
K1TEOs great talk.
1. Try to infiltrate local HF/repeater clubs, and demonstrate
the activities we do, and the fun we have.
2. Try to make some QSOs on repeaters, and share your
experiences on microwaving with interested parties.
3. Try especially hard to convince some 706/FT-100 guys
to put up some horizontal antennas.
4. Mazke sure that you have some sort of local 2m/432
SSB net in mind, so you can tell new-comers where
to find some weekly activity.
5.. If you have no local nets, consider starting one.
6. Learn more about in-range nets on 2/222/432 SSB nets,
and try to drop in once-in-a-while to say hello.
7. Try to organize a few demos at local hamfests.
8. Consider hosting a get-together to help others with
projects, white box conversions, etc.
9. Donate/loan out some spare antennas/equipment.
10. Make sure you keep in touch with each other, and
keep track of local operations.
11. Consider hooking up with your local boy scout
chapter, and offer some help. They have existing
merit-badge programs, and you could help out.
12. Share you ideas/shortcuts, parts sources, contacts
with others.
13. Try to keep your stuff working, and test it often.
14. Consider adding a band...it may give you a rebirth
of satisfaction, and new sense of accomplishment.
15. Consider roving for a change of scenery.
16. Use the internet more to share thoughts/experiences.
17. Always think POSITIVE.
18. Keep trying items 1-17.
Back to work...73,
Bill W3IY
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