Problem is Damon, is that some of the worse offenders are guys who've been around ever since I have been. Everyone out to get that elusive Grid Square that they've worked a zillion times before. I too did the same as you, and pretty much void the FM'er anymore, unless something special comes up.
For another 2 cents worth: (I know I'll get flamed) If there is some station announcing here on the BB that they are going to a special grid location that is rare or needed by someone, then give them and others a break. Namely, if he or even any other station that is working Portable or HT status, work him, then QRT, and leave the freq for others. 'Hogging' the channel, working or calling the same old station you've worked a zillion times before and not letting others work the Portable/HT stations, just to satisfy your QSO count for more wallpaper just doesnt hack it, in my opinion. end of rant & extinguisher in hand.............
John W6ZKH DM06 Linears 99% of the time.....now
________________________________ From: "wa4hfn@comcast.net" wa4hfn@comcast.net To: AMSAT amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Mon, January 10, 2011 11:40:10 AM Subject: [amsat-bb] Sat protocol
Maybe now would be a good time for someone to write an artical for QST on how to work the birds!
Perhaps send an email to the new satellite ops explaining to them proper way ( BE A MENTOR )
Something needs to be done thats for sure
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