KC1QDK - POTA Bag

POTA KIT

May 1

I am a beginner activator, and I love setting up outside and seeing how many contacts I can make.

Bring enough stuff to make yourself comfortable and prepare to speak with people who come across you operating in a park. POTA is a great way to open a dialog with people and invite them to try to get their license. When I am out in public, I try to be a good steward of the hobby by being open to answering questions and being compliant with all the rules in the park.

I love to operate digital modes when activating, but so far, I have only activated using digital modes. I have been studying and practicing my CW skills and am slowly transitioning my setup to do CW activations. I love the challenge of it.

The most important thing is to have fun, so make sure you have fun while you are doing it.