Attention Code Buddies and GSARA members and Friends:
What: 160 Meter CW POTA Winter Code Buddies GSARA members and Friends
I will be setting up a 160-meter CW station equipped with an antenna and a straight key while activating Mount Monadnock State Park on Friday December 6th Through Sunday December 8th. A heated tent will be available for our use. I suggest that those planning to join bring a chair and dress warmly. As I have secured a campsite, we are permitted to have a fire, so feel free to bring firewood, as well as items such as s'mores or hot dogs to cook over the fire. I view this as an enjoyable opportunity to make some 160-meter CW contacts, especially since the ARRL 160 Meter CW contest will be taking place that weekend, providing ample chances for good CW exchanges, which are like POTA exchanges. If you wish to come by to say hello, enjoy some fresh air, or perhaps make some CW contacts (if you prefer using a paddle or a bug, please bring it, as I will only have a straight key), it should be an enjoyable experience. My tent is large, and I have a tent heater, ensuring a comfortable environment. I am looking forward to some enjoyable outdoor radio activities. Whether you are an experienced CW operator, a novice, or someone who has never made contact, you are warmly invited to join us and either participate or simply observe what it entails.
WHEN? Friday December 6th Thru Sunday December 8th 2pm till Midnight
160meter CW Operation begins Friday 5:00 Till about Midnight Saturday 4:00pm till about Midnight and Sunday OPEN OPERATIONS.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Feel free to reserve a campsite of your own or just stop in and pay a day pass I sugges reserving a day pass in advance . everyone is welcome to come and join in for a day or two of radio fun out in the winter fresh air. Mount Monadnock State Park is a POTA park so keep a log and submit your contacts for Parks on the air US-2664…
Please get a day parking pass permit or reserve a campsite in advance (Recommended) I have heard that it is the best way to assure a spot. Hope to see everyone there Just follow the link below to get a parking pass or a campsite 😊
Where? Mount Monadnock State Park HQ, NH Campsite A
I Have campsite A you will have to check in at the Gate or purchase a day parking pass in advance
Here is the website
https://newhampshirestateparks.reserveamerica.com/camping/monadnock-hq/r/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=NH&parkId=271000
GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
42.84556, -72.08944
42°50'44"N, 72°5'22"W
From Route 3 (Northbound): Take Route 3 north to exit 7 in New Hampshire. Follow Rte. 101A west to Rte. 101 west to Peterborough, turn left for 202 west to Jaffrey. Turn right onto 124 west and follow signs to Monadnock State Park. From I-93 (Northbound): Take 101 west to Peterborough, turn left for 202 west to Jaffrey. Turn right onto 124 west and follow signs to Monadnock State Park. From I-93 (Southbound): Take 101 west to Peterborough, turn left for 202 west to Jaffrey. Turn right onto 124 west and follow signs to Monadnock State Park. From I-95: Follow Rte. 101 west to Peterborough, turn left for 202 west to Jaffrey. Turn right onto 124 west and follow signs to Monadnock State Park. From I-91: Take Exit 28A, follow MA Rte. 10 to NH Rte. 119 east. Take Rte. 202 east to Jaffrey. Turn left onto 124 west and follow signs to Monadnock State Park.