As a result of positive feedback received during private discussions on the subject at Gippstech, I would like to try and arrange a VK3/VK5 'Microwave Activity Day'. Specifically, get a group of VK5s to set up at one or more locations on the eastern side of our local range of hills and see what, if any, contacts can be made to VK3 and/or SE VK5 (Mt Gambier) on VHF/UHF/SHF bands (though I'm not expecting much on 24GHz
).Doing it before the Spring VHF/UHF Field Day contest would also provide an opportunity for testing equipment prior to the contest.
So, the questions are (a) who's interested in coming out to play and (b) when would you like to do it. I'm assuming it would need to be on a Saturday or Sunday to suit those that work 'normal' hours (if there still is such a thing these days).
With regard to 'when', later rather than sooner would be better because (a) there's more time to prepare and (b) the weather is more likely to be nicer (I have an aversion to cold and/or wet days). Speaking personally, I cannot do the weekends of 28/29 September, 19/20 October and 26/27 October due to other commitments. My personal preference would be for either 3rd or 10th of November (assuming the contest is still on 23rd/24th).
Your thoughts, please ...
