Biography

Update 9/12/2024:

I finally have my shack up and running. I have already made several HF and V/UHF contacts and participated in a few nets. It is much nicer than trying to maintain a contact on HT, for sure. It is reassuring to note how many others have similar concerns and beliefs regarding life, particularly free speech. Radio may become the last stand in an age of online censorship or when there is a lose of power or internet connectivity. It may be the only way to communicate at some point. Moving on... I am really looking forward to meeting you on the bands.

Originally got my Tech ticket in February 2024 at the Dalton Hamfest. Licensed as KQ4PDZ

Got my Extra License in May 2024

Got my Vanity W0DJV in June 2024

Worked DXCCs:

Equipment

Current Equipment:

HF: ZS6BKW antenna (homebrewed)

FT-710 Aess, Comet CAT-300, Alinco 33amp PS

V/UHF: Homebrewed J Pole

FTM-500DR