[amsat-bb] 5 Band VUCC Award

[Sean Waite]

Interesting. I'll also spread it to a few lists. The VHF Superconference 2
is happening soon and may be a good place to talk about this.

73,
Sean WA1TE

On Mon, Apr 22, 2019, 00:29 Michelle Thompson via AMSAT-BB <
amsat-bb at amsat.org> wrote:

> Intrigued! I'll share this with the local microwave contesting group (San
> Diego/LA) and try and get you some feedback.
>
> I'm in favor of any increase in microwave band contests.
>
> -Michelle W5NYV
>
>
>
>
> On Sun, Apr 21, 2019 at 7:51 PM Les Rayburn via AMSAT-BB <
> amsat-bb at amsat.org>
> wrote:
>
> > Lady & Gentlemen,
> >
> > Not certain if my earlier message was received. No reply from anyone on
> > the distribution list. Here it is again, in case the first one was lost
> in
> > cyberspace.
> >
> > In an effort to stimulate activity on VHF/UHF bands beyond 70 CM, I’d
> like
> > to suggest the creation of a Five Band VUCC (5B VUCC) award that would
> > closely mirror the 5 Band DXCC Award.
> >
> > Successful applicants would need to achieve VUCC status on five or more
> of
> > the VHF/UHF bands to be eligible for the larger award. A special
> > certificate and pin could be created to honor recipients.
> >
> > My feeling is that this award would encourage greater activity on the
> > VHF/UHF bands, especially on bands that have less use like 222, 1296, and
> > higher microwave bands. This increased activity encourages the sale of
> more
> > gear, helps protect our spectrum from commercial interests, and advances
> > the state of the radio art.
> >
> > Please let me know if you think this idea has any merit, or what I could
> > do to help support the creation of the new award. As always, grateful for
> > your service to the hobby.
> >
> >
> >
> > 73,
> >
> > Les Rayburn, N1LF
> > 121 Mayfair Park
> > Maylene, AL 35114
> > EM63nf
> > AMSAT #38965, ARRL Life Member, CVHS Life Member, SVHF Member
> >
> >
> >
> >
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