[UK-CONTEST] Increasing VHF contest participation by newbies

[Ray James]

--- On Thu, 20/11/08, Peter Bowyer <peter at bowyer.org> wrote:

> There are no VHF certificates for first time entrants.

You're absolutely correct Peter, I was confusing RSGB contest rules with those organised by the RSGB affiliated UK Microwave Group ;-)

> There are, and have been for many years, certificates for the leading
> foundation and intermediate entrants in each section of every event.

Well blow me down, that will really capture the imagination and interest of tomorrow's potential full licence holders, contesters and experimenters!

> I wonder, have you read the rules you're campaigning against?

No I hadn't as nobody was "campaigning" against any contest rules but debating moves Austria has taken and how similar would benefit the UK.
Adrian suggested how rules in contests would be an area worth attention to encourage greater participation by foundation and intermediate licensees and I agree with the valid points he has made.

Should you as an ex-VHFCC member and UKSMG Chairman now prefer to turn the screw on a debate here and turn it into a campaign against rules then that's your choice. Just for you I'll take some extra time out and research some information to assist you.

Evidence to follow.

73 Ray GM4CXM
IO75TW GS