First Snow of the Year...

It had to happen, we've had it far too easy this winter so far. We awoke to a gentle snowfall that is supposed to last until at least noon. I doubt we will get too much of an accumulation, but it is a reminder of things to come!

Lemoine Point was calling my name today, it was time to get another activation done down at CA-5141.

Conditions today were cold and snow. Propagation wise the numbers were: 

SFI=225, SN=137, A Index=5 and the K Index=0. The QSB wasn't too bad, especially compared to yesterday.

Only 20 contacts in the log today during a short 30 minute activation....guess who didn't bring a warm jacket with him? They say that if you don't like the cold you're not a true Canadian. For the first time in a very long time, I was the only person in the parking lot, so I got to choose the best spot to operate from.

Contacts were made on 10m SSB, with the KX3 and a Hamstick on the roof of my truck. It's too cold to fool around with masts and wire antennas. This year my winter philosophy is to get there, get it done, and get home where it's warm. It's true that the older you get the more you feel the cold.

Here's todays contact map:

Stay Safe & Warm Out There!!