[amsat-bb] 5 Band VUCC Award

[Greg Sarratt]

Hello Les,

I just read all the emails sent today and now we have some good information from folks from all around the US.  I like this idea. I am on the ARRL Programs and Services Committee and will bring it to the committee for review. 

Thank you for bringing this up to help increase activity and I appreciate everyone submitting comments.

73,
Greg Sarratt, W4OZK



> On Apr 21, 2019, at 9:50 PM, Les Rayburn <les at highnoonfilm.com> wrote:
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> Lady & Gentlemen,
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> 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. 
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> 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. 
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> 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. 
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> 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. 
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> 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. 
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> 73,
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> Les Rayburn, N1LF
> 121 Mayfair Park
> Maylene, AL 35114
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> AMSAT #38965, ARRL Life Member, CVHS Life Member, SVHF Member
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