How is it that we are halfway through the year already? Time is flying! It’s been a heckuva ride so far, and I hope it slows down soon!
You may (or may not) have noticed that I took the YouTube channel completely down. There are personal reasons for this that I can’t get into. I hope to bring it back some day in some way, shape, or form.
Frankly, many of the “ham-tuber” channels are, in my opinion, boring. It’s a mutual admiration society. Everyone is on everyone else’s channel as a guest, they all review the same cheap Chinese radios and gadgets, and really very few are innovative. There are certainly some notable exceptions, like K4OGO “Salty” Walt. I learn a lot from his channel and love his books. Highly recommended!
I continue to dip my toes into contesting. I was signed up for Contest University, but a very important and unmovable appointment came up and I had to miss CTU. That sucked out loud. Maybe next year.
I’m writing this on the eve of Field Day 2026. Our local club is getting all geared up and ready to participate. It’s a great day to get on the air, even if you’re participating 1D. (That’s one person at home on commercial power.) Go make those contacts!
If you are interested in in seeing a YouTube channel of my adventures, drop me a line. I’m good on QRZ. 🙂
Until next time, 73! N8VOX