[CQ-Contest] LaQP (Louisiana Qso Party) date set

[Mark Ketchell]

	As the new sponsor of the Louisiana Qso Party, the Louisiana Contest 
Club is happy to announce the date for the 2014 LaQP is March 22. The 
event runs 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, central daylight time. Complete rules 
are available on the new dedicated web site - laqp.org

	To increase interest and participation, we have several new 
categories and more certificates to be won than ever before. 
Previously, our date conflicted with a major rtty contest, so the 
number of Louisiana operators was limited. With the new date, more LA 
stations should be on, and we have a number of rovers planning to 
activate parishes, including some of the sparsely populated ones. 
Since the formation of the Louisiana Contest Club, Louisiana is no 
longer a "rare" contact, but, if you need a particular parish, or 
still need to get Louisiana in your log, this would be a great time 
to do just that. We expect to have stations on in three modes - 
Phone, CW and RTTY (see suggested frequencies in the rules at - laqp.org ).

	We have worked with logging software writers for N1MM and CQ-X (gps 
enabled rover logger by NO5W), to insure they score correctly. We 
welcome other logging software authors to contact us and test their 
packages as well. For those participating, Cabrillo files are the 
preferred method of log submission.

	On the web site, we have an email link for questions, and will be 
posting some FAQ's once they start coming in. One of the most common 
comments we had, was the previous lack of scores being posted. After 
they are checked and scored, it is our intention to publish a list of 
ALL submitted logs.

	Whether you decide to compete for one of the 81 certificates 
available, or just want to grab a few LA contacts, we welcome your 
participation. For those not so competitive, you can still qualify 
for a participation certificate by making a minimum of 10 contacts 
with Louisiana stations. We hope we have given everyone something to 
enjoy with the NEW Louisiana Qso Party. We look forward to working 
everyone who chooses to participate. Be sure to look for the bonus 
station - N5LCC.

	See you on March 22.

For the LaQP committee,
Mark, K5ER
Bobby, WM5H
Jeff, AC5O