Thousands of amateur radio operators across the U.S. and Canada participate every year. There are many different types of operation during the event. There are several HF radios set up. Packet radio and satellite operations are also done. We also set up a tent just for the newcomers to ham radio.
Power is provided by propane powered generators.
KC2EGK are the 2001 FD Chairpersons. These meetings are OPEN to all who have an interest in FD2001. The plan is to run 5A and log all contacts on computer. Setup was at Babylon Town Hall. Tom Odermatt K2ZDX and Frank Spinazzola Sr KC2EGK are the 2000 FD Chairpersons. .