Join us on Tuesday, February 18, at 7:30 PM for an exciting and informative session all about CW —past, present, and future!
Our guest speaker, Steve Randall, KO4VW, will cover everything you need to know about CW, from common terminology (and the misconceptions around it) to best practices for learning the code. He’ll also discuss why learning CW on your own can be tricky and what guidelines to follow to succeed.
This meeting will be part workshop, with various CW keys set up for demonstration. Bring your own key or CW-related device for show and tell, adjustments, or just to learn more about it! Whether you're a seasoned CW operator or just getting started, this session will deepen your understanding of CW and its role in amateur radio today.
About Our Speaker
Steve Randall, KO4VW, has been a ham since 2020 and quickly advanced to Extra class. He is an active member of NFARL, serving as a Volunteer Examiner (VE) and co-host of the Monday night Tech Talk net. He also leads CW Chat, a weekly Zoom meeting focused on Morse Code.
Despite initially doubting his ability to learn CW, Steve now operates primarily on CW and participates in SSTs, MSTs, CWTs, POTA, SOTA, and major contests. His impressive CW key collection includes models from Lionel, Begali, Vibroplex, and more. On HF, he runs Yaesu FTDX101MP, FTDX-10, and Elecraft KPA1500 with a mix of homebrew antennas, a KIO Hex Beam, and a 160m vertical.
Don't miss this great opportunity to explore the fascinating world of CW! See you at the meeting.
