Monthly Archives: December 2012

This afternoon I borrowed Uncle Don’s bicycle and rode a mile or so east from my daughter’s house. I stopped along Rice Patch Beach and worked Newport Beach, CA. The little strip of beach is only 5 or 6 feet … Continue reading →

Location is everything! Today we are at the Fishpond Cottage on the south shore of Molokai, Hawaii. No wind. No steep surrounding mountains. I made contacts easily… Alberta, Canada and Japan. The fishpond is an ancient rock enclosure used for … Continue reading →

Today we left Yamashita Bay. I operated for 4  different days from here. I made contacts every day, but it wasn’t easy. My throw-it-up antenna that works so well in New Hampshire doesn’t cut it. Five watts may not cut … Continue reading →

Yesterday, Judy and I flew from New Hampshire to Molokai, Hawaii to visit our daughter, Catherine. We are staying at a friend’s house while the owner is away. The place is stunning. Think of a classic South Pacific getaway… and … Continue reading →