====== Notes from 2019 JMFD ======

===== Things to Bring =====

==== General Items ====
  * Long-sleeved shirt
  * Shade
  * Pre-printed log sheets 
  * Water bottles

==== Antennas ====
  * 2m
  * 70cm
  * 6m
  * HF (Inverted L)

===== General Thoughts =====
  * Split radios between HF and VHF - avoid running two radios on HF bands due to interference. Setting up two HF antennas time consuming and requires additional masts/trees/etc.
  * Higher gain for VHF antenna desired. Alternatively, investigate better locations for VHF operation.
  * 150W solar panel + 36AH battery worked well. Second set of panels required.
  * Operating from vehicles worked well and minimised setup time.
  * 2m contacts tend to congregate around block change times - this leaves time to work on other bands.
  * If operating 6 hours, aim to coincide with other groups.

=====Things to Buy=====
  * 10m squid pole
  * Tree catapult