[amsat-bb] 5 Band VUCC Award

[Paul Stoetzer]

If this were to be implemented, "Satellite" should count as one of the band
choices for a 5-Band VUCC.

73,

Paul, N8HM

On Mon, Apr 22, 2019 at 8:55 AM Sean Waite via AMSAT-BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
wrote:

> 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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