[amsat-bb] Re: Learning about AMSAT in Dayton

[Andrew Glasbrenner]

Without a single doubt, spend as much time out in the demo area with Keith and crew.

73, Drew KO4MA

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On May 15, 2012, at 10:29 AM, Steve May <steve.w5iem at gmail.com> wrote:

> I have been interested in AMSAT operation for awhile but have not even
> began to put together a station for satellite work. I will be attending the
> Dayton Hamvention this weekend, and in doing so I am hoping to learn enough
> about satellite work to get on the air over the next few weeks.
> 
> With the large collection of AMSAT experts in Dayton, my question is what
> the group would recommend to a newcomer to try to get out of Dayton in
> learning some satellite basics. Should I make sure to go to the forum? Are
> there going to be demonstrations on software and station setup? Should I
> mainly try to make in-person resource contacts?
> 
> Mainly, where should I focus my efforts this weekend? I am hoping to learn
> as much as possible and hope to finally get involved in satellite
> operations in the next few months.
> 
> Thanks in advance,
> 
> Steve, W5IEM
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