Field Notes from N1JUR

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Real-world ham radio tips, portable operating lessons, gear thoughts, and activation stories from the field to the shack.

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What You’ll Find Here

This blog is where I go deeper than a YouTube description. You’ll find practical ham radio guides, activation lessons, gear breakdowns, and field notes from real operating experiences.

Some posts are beginner-friendly. Some get a little more technical. And some are just honest lessons from the field — because not every activation goes perfectly, and that’s usually where the good stuff happens.

  • Portable operating tips

  • POTA, SOTA, and location-based activation ideas

  • Gear and antenna experiments

  • Beginner-friendly ham radio guides

  • Field stories and lessons learned

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POTA Meetup - Checklist for Clubs

As you embark on your club's first POTA meetup, remember that this checklist is essential for a successful and memorable adventure. If you're planning your club's first POTA event, this checklist is a must-have for a successful outing.

This list will get you started in your first attempt to get POTA up and running in your club

  • Pre-Planning

  • Club POTA “Grab-and-Go Kit”

  • On-Site Setup

  • Operate & Log

  • Safety & Comfort

  • Wrap-Up

  • Tips for Stubborn Clubs (Quick Wins)

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