[UK-CONTEST] Hf Convention

[G3SJJ]

I agree with John. Disappointingly I spoke to one attendee over the 
weekend and he delighted in saying that he "doesn't do North" I thought 
that kind of bigoted attitude was past. Jim, your door to door journey 
from Edinburgh to Gatwick / Convention would have taken less time than 
my drive, so really only the cost comes into it, and I would agree the 
additional £100 over my petrol costs plus an additional night would 
start to make it look a bit costly. So it comes down to available funds 
in the end.

Just loads of people to chat to. Contesters and DXers. New friends, old 
friends. I was honoured to be approached by several Contest Reflectees 
whom I had not met before. We  enjoyed a good laugh together. Thanks 
guys. I got an invite to join G5W for CQWWCW. Chuffed about that. Oh, 
and the red wine didn't stain my shirt (phew). (Not my fault, I was 
nudged by LA5HE.)

The programme was good for me. Don G3XTT and Marios 5B4WN gave an 
excellent presentation on IOTA adjudication. K4UEE's 3Y0X video was 
brilliant. The WRTC presentation was also very informative. Bob GU4YOX 
was as ever a great master of ceremonies at the Dinner. Lots of memories.

Perhaps the most disappointing aspect was the inability of the current 
president to recognise standard callsigns when reading out raffle prize 
winners. Typically G Forty BK. Perhaps Jim, you might invite him round 
for some basic operating lessons.

Chris     G Thirty Five JJ



johndunnington wrote:
> Alex failure was not for the want of trying at Manchester although not seen
> the actual attendees I suspect some reverse wont attend as it is up North
> happened as well.
> Those really interested will attend no matter. This year the M25
> (M1-M40-M4-M3) route was dreadful due to roadworks, rain showers, and
> shunts. However that is part of the game.
>
> Some really excellent lectures from feedback I have had..unlike Fred did
> manage a couple Peter 1st and WRTC. I suspect for most it is the social
> scene that counts and lectures are the cream on top. Bring on the dancing girls...
>
> CU in Stirling
> John G3LZQ
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