John-Will you be on AO-7? It is possible to work CN87 (Seattle). Takes timing, planning and luck!. 73 Bob W7LRD

-- "if this were easy, everyone would be doing it"

-------------- Original message -------------- From: John Mock KD6PAG kd6pag@amsat.org

I'll be in Scotland from 13 August through 2 September, with 16 August through 21 August 08 (1200Z) in the Shetland Islands. I'll primarily be trying to work the eastern Canada and northeastern parts of the US, and we'll see about Continental passes (as i've had rather disappoiting results trying to operate from France on two previous occasions). I will be using an antenna similar in characteristics to an 'Arrow' and run QRP.

If i've figured this correctly, likely grid squares include IO66, IO75, IO76, IO77, IO85, IO86 and IP90; and possible grids are IO67, IO78, IO87, IO88 and IO99. I'll use what is customary in each region, that is, a four-way exchange with six character grid squares working Europe and the quicker exchange with four character grids expected in North America (in order to maximize satellite usage). I may post specifics to the AMSAT-BB if Internet access is convenient while i'm over there. Note that i won't be quite as active as on my two recent road trips as i won't be traveling solo (and have no idea what my western horizons will look like).

As usual, with North America, i will send out QSL cards after i return home and get a chance to transcribe all of the passes; you don't need to send me a card or SASE. Just patience is all that i ask if i already have your grid square. However, if i have not worked you before, i'd greatly appreciate it if you would set up a sked to work me at home (primarily CM88, also CM87; your choice) so i can send you (at least) two cards. Cards from Europe would be appreciated and you will likely get my card even if you don't send yours.

I hope to talk to you. 73's and best of luck!

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