John,
My proposal would allow “Satellite VUCC” to count towards 5BVUCC. The idea is to allow the ARRL to create the new award with minimal programming changes needed to LoTW and minimal cost to implement.
So far, this suggestion has netted over 40 replies to me in less than 12 hours. Response has been very positive. I would urge anyone who supports this effort to contact their ARRL Section Managers and let them know about the idea—and that you’d like to see it implemented.
In the Southeast Section, we’re lucky to have Greg Sarratt, W4OZK as our representative. Greg is active on VHF/UHF weak signal already. Need to get him on the satellites more though!
:-)
73,
Les Rayburn, N1LF Maylene, AL EM63nf AMSAT #38965, ARRL Life Member, CVHS Life Member, SVHF Member
On Apr 22, 2019, at 8:11 AM, John Brier [email protected] wrote:
Would this proposed 5 band VUCC allow satellite and direct contacts?
On Mon, Apr 22, 2019 at 9:01 AM David Kerl via AMSAT-BB <[email protected] mailto:[email protected]> wrote:
Hello Les, That should generate some incentive for more V/U/uwave activity. I would certainly work towards that end. Dave N9HF el99
"Back in my day" doesn't have a place in ham radio any more.
On Sun, Apr 21, 2019 at 10:50 PM Les Rayburn via VHF <[email protected] mailto:[email protected]> wrote:
Lady & Gentlemen,
Not certain if my earlier message was received. No reply from anyone on the distribution list. Here it is again, in case the first one was lost in cyberspace.
In an effort to stimulate activity on VHF/UHF bands beyond 70 CM, I’d like to suggest the creation of a Five Band VUCC (5B VUCC) award that would closely mirror the 5 Band DXCC Award.
Successful applicants would need to achieve VUCC status on five or more of the VHF/UHF bands to be eligible for the larger award. A special certificate and pin could be created to honor recipients.
My feeling is that this award would encourage greater activity on the VHF/UHF bands, especially on bands that have less use like 222, 1296, and higher microwave bands. This increased activity encourages the sale of more gear, helps protect our spectrum from commercial interests, and advances the state of the radio art.
Please let me know if you think this idea has any merit, or what I could do to help support the creation of the new award. As always, grateful for your service to the hobby.
73,
Les Rayburn, N1LF 121 Mayfair Park Maylene, AL 35114 EM63nf AMSAT #38965, ARRL Life Member, CVHS Life Member, SVHF Member
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