Our first ever POTA activation from the beach using Morse Code (CW) and QRP (low power). We took getting close to the ocean maybe a little too literally but it was so fun … and challenging. Wind, waves, and pile-ups made for some added stressors, but it was a beautiful spot for Ham Radio!! We are both still learning CW and copying call-signs is hard enough without the ocean in your ear. HIHI !!

Polo by Ham2k (the awesome mobile app for doing POTA, SOTA, and WWFFF logging):
https://polo.ham2k.com/

📍 WHERE ARE WE:
Topsail Hill Preserve State Park
https://www.floridastateparks.org/par...

POTA Information : US-3664
https://pota.app/#/park/US-3664

⚙️ OUR GEAR:
RIG: QCX mini: https://qrp-labs.com/qcxmini.html
Power: 5 Watts
Michael’s Key: K6ARK 3D printed paddle: https://www.printables.com/model/3326...
Becky’s Key: CWMorse Straight Key: https://cwmorse.us/products/purple-ca...
Antenna: Vertical whip antenna: BD7iBi stainless steel whip antenna for $15-20 on AliExpress
https://www.aliexpress.us/w/wholesale...
Silicon Cable Cord Ties:
https://a.co/d/0dEZ2Rri
NatureHike Ultralight Camping Table
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B088NBRTSH


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❓WHO ARE WE?
We're Michael & Becky, also known as N4FFF and N4BKY. We're an adventure couple who also loves CW (morse code) and radio stuff. We are both trying to get better at CW so having two of us there trying to copy really helps us figure most of it out! We love adventures and this is another way for us to get out there and have fun together.

If you catch one of us on the air most likely we are both at the ready. We like to hunt POTA's and each make contact so don't be surprised if you hear from us both.

Please email us or leave a comment if you watch along and make contact with us someday. We'd love to hear from you!

73,
Michael and Becky
N4FFF / N4BKY

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