Ham Radio 360: AK4PX-Dry Tortugas AAR

Welcome to the latest episode of the former Fo Time Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Dan Passaro, who shares his exciting experience of activating Grid EL-84/IOTA NA-079 in the Dry Tortugas, located in the Keys of Florida. Dan shares the details of his Mini-DXpedition, including his purpose-built Ammo Can Carrier, which housed his IC-703 radio. He also talks about how he powered his setup with a combination of solar and battery reserves. If you're interested in learning more about DXpeditions and portable radio operations, be sure to tune in to this episode. Who knows, you might get inspired to plan your own Mini-DXpedition! Dan took along his Purpose-Built Ammo Can Carrier with it's IC-703, powered with Solar and Battery Reserves. Show Notes: National Park Service Site-Dry Tortugas Dan Passaro Photography Dan's DX-pedition site DX-Pedition-blogspot Items Mentioned in the Program: Instapark Mercury 27 Solar Panel Morningstar SG-4 Solar Charge Controller Buddipole Deluxe Long Package with extra components for 6m yagi or 1/4 wave vertical for 20m. KB1HQS in Print! Click for more info

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Legacy Podcast Ham Radio 360 was a bi-weekly Amateur Radio Podcast created for the “New Guy”. Hosted by Cale Nelson, K4CDN, the show chronicled his journey with over 3 and a half years of interviews and projects for all things Ham Radio. The show ran from 2014-2018. Topics ranged from setting up your first station to operating DX, repeaters, antennas, building projects and product reviews. The podcast encourages ham radio operators to explore and learn about the world of radio communications in plain language and with practical advice. The Ham Radio 360 podcast was produced every two weeks (2014-2018) and is available in iTunes, Stitcher and other popular podcast apps. The show site and it’s content are maintained by K4CDN as his continued contribution to the Hobby.