Getting On the Air for the June VHF Contest

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Getting On the Air for the June VHF Contest

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19 minutes

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May 11, 2023

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With this year's ARRL June VHF Contest fast approaching on the weekend of June 10, seasoned VHF operator Bob Witte, KØNR, joins the podcast to talk about how to prepare yourself and your station to join in the fun of this beginner-friendly event.

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May 11, 2023

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The On the Air podcast is a monthly companion to On the Air magazine, ARRL’s magazine for beginner-to-intermediate ham radio operators.

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Getting On the Air for the June VHF Contest

Getting On the Air for the June VHF Contest

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