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Many thanks to my buddy George (KJ6VU) for spotting this: Bioenno is running a buy-one-get-one-free sale on their 12V 6Ah LiFePO4 battery packs. Here’s the product link. To get the deal, add either two of the 6Ah batteries or the battery/charger combo to your cart, then apply the coupon code BOGO at checkout. The discount … Read more

Many thanks to Zach (K4ZSR), who shares the following article about his portable field radio kit, which will be featured on our Field Kit Gallery page. If you would like to share your field kit with the QRPer community, read this post.  K4ZSR’s Elecraft KX3 Field Kit by Zach (K4ZSR) I acquired a new-to-me KX3 in … Read more

Many thanks to Scott (VA3EKR) who shares the following guest post, which was originally posted on his blog: Shade’s Mills Conservation Area (CA-5604) by Scott (VA3EKR) Chris, VA3CJW, suggested this POTA site, as it was new to both of us, and he is more familiar with that area. We left at 8:30, and it takes about an hour … Read more

Dear readers, I’m coming to realize that I’m somewhat heavy, but I’m not talking about my BMI (Body Mass Index), I’m talking about my KMI or Kit Mass Index. My backcountry bicycle activations were challenging enough with the weight of the gear I was carrying, and because I carry some on my back and some … Read more

Many thanks to Zach (K4ZSR), who shares the following article about his portable field radio kit, which will be featured on our Field Kit Gallery page. If you would like to share your field kit with the QRPer community, read this post.  K4ZSR’s QRP Labs QDX Field Kit by Zach (K4ZSR) My work has me on … Read more

As promised, I’ve officially kicked off October as my “Bug-Out” month. Friday, I activated the Blue Ridge Parkway (US-3378) using my TR-45L, AX3, and Vibroplex Deluxe bug. I’ll admit—I had a few [understatement] butterflies in my stomach committing to this. In my mind, my fist isn’t ready for prime time on the air, but that’s … Read more

by Thomas (K4SWL) Sometimes we pack our bags and set out on a voyage to an undiscovered POTA site—trying to keep anticipation and excitement at bay—and sometimes we squeeze in a POTA activation on the way home from the grocery store. Honestly? I like both of these scenarios. Because let’s face it—any excuse to get … Read more

Many thanks to Scott (VA3EKR) who shares the following guest post, which was originally posted on his blog: September 28, 2025 Limehouse Conservation Area (CA-5563) Just over two years ago I activated this park, but this activation differed in almost every respect. The activation in 2023 was much colder, with a distinct foggy damp cold. The weather today was glorious 23°C … Read more

by Mark (KB2PIZ) I’ve been on another business trip to Seattle and had some free time to visit Saltwater State Park and complete an activation. I was here last year and only made one contact before I had to leave. This year, the plan was to stay until I completed the activation. To ensure success, … Read more