Category Archives: AO-92

Getting Ready for WFD/Satellite

Posted on January 23, 2020 by Bob Beatty

I don’t have the stamina of my youth, and especially don’t push things in New England Winters.  That said, this coming weekend is Winter Field Day.  I’ve participated the past five years with my club, W1SYE Newport County Radio Club.  … Continue reading →

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AO-92 “DOH!” Moment

Posted on March 17, 2019 by Bob Beatty

I’m still working on my 50th Anniversary AMSAT Satellite Friends of 50 Award, which requires me to make at least one satellite contact on each of 50 days.  Being tied to orbital mechanics with my schedule is a challenge, and … Continue reading →

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Psst — Secret Goal Completed!

Posted on January 31, 2019 by Bob Beatty

In addition to my yearly goals, I often have a few in my back pocket that I am working on.  One of those was working at least one station every day for a month (pretty easy), and having at least … Continue reading →

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Nice day with Scouts working satellites during JOTA

Posted on October 20, 2018 by Bob Beatty

Today was the sixth JOTA (Jamboree On The Air) that I’ve had the privilege of working at, along with other Newport County Radio Club members.  While the weather was dicy yesterday (poor scouts trying to sleep during some rather strong … Continue reading →

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