Every Pot will have one - LIDS and Net Controls how to navigate the airwaves
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Ever had a relaxing beach vacation interrupted by a sudden 60 mph gust of wind while you're trying to operate your ham radio? This week on Live Free and Ham, we recount our family trip to North Carolina, balancing leisure and our passion for Parks on the Air (POTA) activations. Alongside our travel tales, Todd shares his ongoing battle with a rotting deck at home, while I navigate my own ham radio hurdles, including a particularly vexing experience with the Ham Shock Hotline. And don't miss the heartwarming moment when a perfectly aimed beam antenna helped us connect with co-host Ryan during our travels!
Frequency etiquette can be a minefield, and we’ve got plenty of stories to illustrate how patience and diplomacy can turn potential conflicts into opportunities for community building. Tune in as we unpack an intense encounter during a POTA activity, where a net operator aggressively claimed frequency ownership, and how we managed to keep our cool. We also shine a light on the importance of respecting designated frequencies, especially during emergencies and special events like field days, and share tips for maintaining harmony on the airwaves.
Finally, join us as we talk about the unsung heroes in the ham radio world, including a new segment called "Doing Good," aimed at showcasing the positive contributions from ham radio clubs across the globe. Although submissions are slow, we encourage you to share your stories. We wrap up with a shoutout to Kevin from Iowa and his new YouTube channel, Farm RC Pilot, celebrating his return to the RC hobby. Whether you're knee-deep in a DIY project or navigating the airwaves, this episode has something to inspire every ham radio enthusiast.
HR 20 Links for Maritime Mobile Net
1 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZ562E-2Cj8
2 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=06uRLjjrUao
Reddit links:
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https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/1d209df/followup_both_the_maritime_mobile_net_and_the/
K0KLB New RC Flying Channel
https://www.youtube.com/@FarmRCPilot
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Розділи
1. Every Pot will have one - LIDS and Net Controls how to navigate the airwaves (00:00:00)
2. Live Free and Ham Podcast (00:00:01)
3. Summer Radio Adventures and Challenges (00:07:57)
4. Mountain Adventures and Radio Nets (00:15:56)
5. Frequency Protocol and Ham Radio Confrontation (00:24:15)
6. Frequency Courtesy in Ham Radio (00:29:54)
7. Frequency Etiquette and Net Interactions (00:38:19)
8. Frequency Ownership and Net Courtesy (00:43:47)
9. Dealing With Radio Interference and Harassment (00:53:05)
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