How to set up a Home-based Field Day Station
If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MeumSDLXBKM . This is post 2216 in a continuing series of simple ham radio antennas. Because of restrictions imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic, many radio amateurs in the USA will be operating from their homes. If you've never done a "mini dx-pedition" from your backyard, this video from Tracy ("Outdoors On The Air") will help you get started. Because of various work requirements, I've been a backyard operator for years. Using solar power, a simple HF transceiver, and a homebrew antenna, I've enjoyed all the benefits of a portable operation without leaving my property. I admit to missing my radio club friends at the nearest county park, but, when you've been ordered to "stay-at-home" until the coronavirus is contained, a home operation is better than no participation at all. You can still have a lot of fun ...