LVRAC

Well, we can think of a few.  There’s the absence of RFI when we leave the city behind.  There’s the camaraderie of spending time with fellow amateur radio operators.  And with the advantages of high elevation and a low noise floor, there’s always the opportunity to make a few interesting DX contacts.

This year, we’ll be back on Champion Road in the Humboldt Toiyabe National Forest.  We hope to set up just off Lee Canyon Road across from the Sawmill Trailhead parking lot.  We say, “we hope” because as you probably know, it’s first come, first served on this public land.

Once again this year, two of our club members will be up in the mountains early Wednesday before Field Day to stake a claim.  If the area on the corner of Lee Canyon Road and Champion Road is occupied, we’ll find another nearby spot and let everyone know exactly where we are.

Our approach to Field Day is casual and relaxed.  We’ll be operating on HF bands, joining 40,000+ amateur operators across North America.  We’ll sharpen our portable operating skills as N7V to showcase the science of our hobby and the service we provide to Southern Nevada.

Everyone’s welcome.  If you’re not a club member, come see what we’re up to.  If you’re not licensed and want to get a better feel for the hobby, this is a great opportunity to get your questions answered and see firsthand what amateur radio is all about. 

So please join us June 28-29 for the club’s field day festivities up at the 8,000-foot level in the refreshing Spring Mountains.  We look forward to seeing you.