Hello - and thanks for looking me up. I am currently using a FT-450D, a R-6000 vertical for 20-6m and a Buddipole for 30 and 40m. My 10-10 #15833 SKcc #8603T NAQCC #5781 FISTS #15666 EPC #17026 QCWA #35681

I became interested in Ham radio in 1966 when I met Stan Babcock, AC6TO / WB6HVA. With his help I got my novice license at the age of 16. My love for CW came from watching and listening to Stan work CW traffic nets. His ability to use a hand-key strapped to his leg while driving was amazing. After I became proficient with CW, my attention turned to DX. Stan Ostrom, W6XP, mentored me in that area.

Upon my retirement in 2010, my goal was to climb Mt.Whitney - the highest summit in the contiguous United States at an elevation of 14,505 feet. The hike is 22 miles with an elevation gain of over 6100 feet. an After sitting in front of a computer for 25 years. the climb was challenging but rewarding!