Jim "Ham on a Bike"

Shutdown dates: NOAA-15 on August 12, 2025 and NOAA-19 on August 19, 2025

Just a few more days and the polar NOAA satellites go EOL. Four lovely frames from NOAA-19 and a noon-hour pass over Metro Vancouver. Received via TV rabbit ears antenna, processed with Nooelec tuner and Raspi NOAA software.
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YouTube video by KB9VBR Antennas Can your end fed antenna do THIS? Chameleon LINK-D Dipole

Dipoles are great for mediocre band conditions and the Chameleon Antenna's LEFS 4010 sports a unique feature: an extra feed point to connect a set of dipole wires. Expand the versatility of this end-fed antenna with the CHA LINK-D and CHA LINK-D15 link dipole accessories. youtu.be/MbUhC-UhGys

Exactly!

It's a John Denver #hamradio #amateurradio #cw #morsecode #pota #parksontheair activation "Sunshine On My Shoulders"

Be aware of scammers in the #AmateurRadio community. Got an email to my #HamRadio email account using a fellow operator's email asking if I used #Amazon & to purchase a $200 gift card for a friend. Somewhat familiar with operator and knew it was a scam. Stay ALERT!

Ways to have fun this weekend: Kentucky POTA, Maryland QSO Party, Worked All Europe CW. WAE has serial numbers so can’t just let software parse callsigns & fill in zones. Other than T for leading 0, I dislike cut numbers in serials. If I reply ? then time’s wasted not saved. Your mileage may vary.

Our Sun Wakes! Region 4168 fires an M4.4-flare & launches a big solar storm in the center of the Earth-strike Zone. R1-level radio blackout now. Impact likely late August 7 or early August 8. Waiting for more imagery for better predictions. #solarstorm #aurora #GPS #HFRadio

YouTube video by N4JAW Jim "Ham on a Bike" August 4, 2025 "Early Bird" Morse Code Parks On The Air activation @ US-7956

A little drizzle didn't stop this morning's sunrise #hamonabike #MorseCode #CW #HamRadio #AmateurRadio #POTA #parksontheair activation.

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Yes sir, it has been testing my patience the last few weeks.

YouTube video by Dr.Tamitha Skov A Big Flare as Regions Grow, Fast Solar Wind and Titan's Shadow | Space Weather News 03 August 2025

Moderate Noise levels continue on the #AmateurRadio #HamRadio bands this week. That's the #SpaceWX #SpaceWeather forecast from #TheSpaceWeatherWoman Dr. @TamithaSkov

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Didn't fulfill my CW #MorseCode appetite during this morning's #POTA #parksontheair activation. Getting satisfaction in the #NAQSOParty #AmateurRadio #HamRadio #NAQP #NorthAmericanQSOParty

'm going to try one, one of these days.

A typical Amateur Radio Setup with CW (morse) paddle

Discover why Morse Code (CW) is still relevant in amateur radio! Explore its history, surprising efficiency, and how to get started. Find resources for learning and why it's so much fun.
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YouTube video by N4JAW Jim "Ham on a Bike" August 1,2025 "Early Bird" Morse Code POTA activation @ US-7956

A chilly August 1,2025 #AmateurRadio #HamRadio "Early Bird" #CW #MorseCode #POTA #parksontheair activation but 40 meters was "Blazin Hot"
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I got my Signs, Signals and Code Merit Badge in the early 60's which lead me to getting my #AmateurRadio #HamRadio Novice Ticket in 1963. That badge open the universe to me #RadioFun #ScoutsBSA

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I've used an Alpha Mag Loop for more than17 years in my ground floor apartment and have worked the world. CW SSB FT8, FT4 J65 SSTV RTTY HF Packet PSK31 and other Digital modes 80 - 6 meters

Less hot sunrise temperatures for today's Early Bird #HamRadio #AmateurRadio #POTA #parksontheair activities plus daily giraffe zoo visit before activation. #Iridewithdiabetes #RedRider

Youth Ham Radio Insights—Contacting an Astronaut, Operating from an Island, Making Friends—A Week of YOTA Camp in Halifax Want to engage with other young ham radio operators in a fun, exciting environment? Learn all about YOTA Camp here.

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YouTube video by KB9VBR Antennas Three Antennas in Three Parks! Which is the BEST?

I take on the elements for a POTA rove in southwestern Wisconsin. Three parks and three different antennas, will one be a hit or will the rain wash me out? ~KB9VBR youtu.be/iOXEgMgrFZI

HRKT Live: Creative Antennas with Ben Eadie VE6SFX YouTube video by Ham Radio Kids Table

Come join us at 7 central! This is where all the KOOL KIDS hang out!!😎😎 Use #FrankRocks in the chat!!

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That the model of the Rig, Yaesu FT-817

They are COOL!

Yes it is.

As Dr. Tamika Skov stated the bands are VERY VERY Noisy. Did alright with about 22

Logged my First #WorldWideFloraFauna #WWFF activation today at KFF-2255 Falls of the Ohio in addition to a #POTA #parksontheair 2-fer US-2255 & US-4572 #LewisandClarkNationalHistoricalTrial #AmateurRadio #HamRadio #CW #MorseCode #CWMOUSE Paddle #FT817 #BuddipoleVertical

On my way for a sunrise #hamradio #amateurradio Early Bird "Beat The Heat" #pota #parksontheair activation at the Falls of Ohio State Park

Down here I get attached by MUTANT Deer Flies about the size of bats. Bug spray doesn't work on them need a blow torch to attached them hi hi.

Beautiful sunrise for an Early Bird #HamRadio #AmateurRadio #POTA #parksontheair #CW #MorseCode #QCXMini #CWMousePaddle activation. Still Collecting #QSOs with my #buddipole Vertical #Antenna