In a message dated 12/6/2005 18:26:45 P.M. Eastern Standard Time,
mrcne4s at yahoo.com writes:
I propose that we allow three types of entries, SSB, CW, and Mixed.
The awards for these entries can be discussed further, but as a base I
propose that in place of plaques for the new entries, certificates be issued
for
the appropriate awards as are now issued.
I also propose that Ed's comment of needing 3 entries in a category/class be
met for an award to be issued be adopted. This may trim the total award set
a bit.
If I understand this proposal, I seriously disagree and think both issues
would be a mistake, decreasing participation and plaque sponsorship. The
intent
of the GQP is to create as many QSOs a possible with between GA stations and
stations outside the state.
Each station with the high score in each category should receive a
certificate even if it is the only entry. I have no control over the activity
of other
stations and should not be penalized if others do not participate in a
category I select. The objective should be to give out as many awards as
appropriate, not to trim the award set. The more awards, the more participants.
Awards
should be issued for second and third place winners of a category if there
was a significant effort. If you must place restrictions on a category,
require a minimum of 100 or 200 QSOs but do not require a minimum number of
entries
over which I have no control.
Plaques should also be given for all first place winners of all categories
if a sponsor is available. A sponsor does not wish to provide a plaque --
maybe, if there are at least 3 entries. For the last three years, I have
offered
to sponsor a plaque for US/VE QRP CW and the offer was rejected. I would
offer again but not if a winner is pending for months after the Party and it
depends on the number of entries.
The FQP is probably the most successful QSP in the U.S. Why not pattern our
rules after success. The GQP will either make it or break it in the next few
years -- it's our choice.
Bruce, AA4Z
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