POTA US-1286 Natural Bridge State Park [KQ4TAY]
Nestled in the stunning landscapes of Slade, KY, the POTA US-1286 Natural Bridge State Park is a true hidden gem! During my visit to Kentucky to see my sister, I…
POTA US-2255 Falls of the Ohio State Park [KQ4TAY]
Nestled in the heart of Clarksville, IN, Park US-2255 at 201 W Riverside Dr. was a delightful discovery during my holiday visit to my sister in Kentucky. On a sunny…
POTA US-1269 Old Fort Harrod State Park [KQ4TAY]
Park US-1269 is in Harrodsburg, KY, at 100 S. College St. The weather was pleasant for this activation—a sunny, cool day. I was on holiday visiting my sister and her…
Mod to my mod [KQ4TAY]
A few posts back, I shared a modification I made to my CHA EMCOMM II antenna. Unfortunately, the quality of that mod didn’t hold up. In fact the connectors failed…
CHA EMCOMM II V2 MOD [KQ4TAY]
I decided to modify the radiating element on my chameleon antenna. It’s a simple mod that repairs the radiating element connection and allows quick disconnect. I will probably change this…
Williams Aluminum Illinois Central O Gauge Train Set For Sale!
Make it yours today for $550 OBO! This beautiful aluminum set has detailed lit interiors containing life-like passenger figurines. This system runs on regular AC power, so there are no…
Chameleon EMCOMM II V2 160-6m Antenna Review and Testing
Hello from KQ4TAY. The Chameleon EMCOMM antenna is a fantastic wire antenna. It is extremely easy to set up and use as a portable antenna for Parks on the Air…
The Polar Express “Berkshire #1225 2-8-4” Steam Locomotive!
This month on Online Conductor operate the Berkshire #1225 2-8-4 from The Polar Express Movie. Until October 1st the Berkshire #1225 2-8-4 steam locomotive will be dispatched on the outer…
Exploring Amateur DMR Radio
After immersing myself as a licensed operator on 2-meter and 70-centimeter bands for several weeks, I eagerly delved into the world of digital modes. My interest was piqued by DMR…
My first ARRL National Field Day!
ARRL Field Day is an incredible event for amateur radio operators in the US. Enthusiasts from diverse backgrounds come together to showcase their skills and engage in thrilling radio operations.…