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Hiking in the Southern Desert of California on West Ord Mountain – How to SOTA Ham Radio

Hiking in the Southern Desert of California on West Ord Mountain - How to SOTA Ham Radio


Exploring the Souther Desert Region of Southern California as I embark on my new role – Regional Association Manager. Drone footage, fighting through DX contesters, 20m band action, great hiking after a rain and and awesome day on the mountain with views that match.

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Mt Lawlor W6:CT 089 Ham Radio SOTA Hike & Snakes

Mt  Lawlor W6:CT 089 Ham Radio SOTA Hike & Snakes


What I thought would be a quick turn and burn SOTA hike while the wife was at work turned into a little extra time and some critters. Saw some lion prints and dealt with some steep terrain as I made my way to the top of Mt. Lawlor for a Ham Radio SOTA activation.

APRS worked perfectly and the contacts came nicely. Took the “easy” route out of there though it was longer.
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5.4m Telescoping Fishing Pole: http://amzn.to/2phNNu6

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Guy Line / Cordage: http://amzn.to/2FNC2S9

Yaesu FT2DR Gear:

Yaesu FT2DR Ham Radio: https://amzn.to/2D5noFP

Comet SMA24 VHF/UHF Antenna: https://amzn.to/2HM7YvO

FT2DR Spare Battery: https://amzn.to/2Gl8XAO

Yaesu MH-85A Camera Speaker Microphone: https://amzn.to/2ToVrzP

RT Systems Programming Software: https://amzn.to/2D5O7lE

Ham Radio HF Gear:

Elecraft KX2 & accessories: http://bit.ly/2tTYCqR

Laptop Mini-Microphone: http://amzn.to/2phHVks

Backpack & Hydration System:
My Osprey Backpack: http://amzn.to/2FIWXdu
Platapus 3 liter bladder: http://amzn.to/2FOoYfw

Katadyn Hiker Microfilter: https://amzn.to/2tYiirg

Footwear:
Solomon Trail Runner Hiking Shoes: http://amzn.to/2DymFeC

Darn Tough Socks: http://amzn.to/2GyKYvY

Camera Gear:

GoPro 7 Black Kit Choice: https://amzn.to/2WEk9y4

Wasabit GoPro Battery Pack: https://amzn.to/2t4Rtkm
Solar Charger Battery Bank: https://amzn.to/2GlfYBv
Zoom H1 Audio Recorder: http://amzn.to/2Gz1jRq

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Nikon D750 Camera: http://amzn.to/2GBaUHB
Nikon 16-35mm lens: http://amzn.to/2FNcyED
Nikon 24-70mm lens: http://amzn.to/2phrkx7

Joby GorillaPod: http://amzn.to/2piayhv

Drone:

DJI Mavic Pro – Fly More Kit: https://amzn.to/2KT1BUw

Cooking & Food:

MSR Ultra Light Stove: http://amzn.to/2FNxprf
Fuel Canister for Stove: http://amzn.to/2FGMEqh
Titanium 450ml Cup: http://amzn.to/2pjQE53
Titanium long handle spoon: http://amzn.to/2FI8Eko
Flint Fire Starter Tool: http://amzn.to/2FM8mVz
Mountain House Freeze Dried Meals: http://amzn.to/2phjrac
Cliff Protein Bars: https://amzn.to/2KFDBZf

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My tan US Flag ball cap: http://amzn.to/2FW8NjH
Neck Gaiter: http://amzn.to/2DxUOek
Carhart Beanie: http://amzn.to/2HE2UEN
Wool Gloves: http://amzn.to/2pnltXp
North Face Gortex Jacket: https://amzn.to/2m3hSM5
North Face Shell: https://amzn.to/2J3BWqq
North Face Down Jacket: https://amzn.to/2IYLUcP

Other Items:

Leki Trekking Poles: http://amzn.to/2HHf53P
Therm-a-rest Sleeping Pad(small): http://amzn.to/2FPramY
Gear Snake Wire Ties: http://amzn.to/2FOS4eF
Eno Double Nest Hammock: https://amzn.to/2Nxqx5J
Headlamp: https://amzn.to/2MRD6aU
Mapping subscription – https://www.gaiagps.com
Sunblock: https://amzn.to/2Nxwpfh
Bug Repellent (Skin So Soft): https://amzn.to/2IYYGYG ​