Successful POTA: The WV1W Illustrated Guide to Parks On The Air

Product Description

Ham radio operators: Have more fun in your hobby with successful Parks On The Air activations.

Review

Great primer on POTA!

That certainly answers a bunch of the questions I had!

A fine job!

Jim, KC1FNM

The book looks great! I did get to read it and you have covered all the bases in it.
Mike, K8MRD Radio Stuff

I just finished reading your POTA book, enjoyed it very much and learned a few things. Thanks.
Glenn, K0KER

Hi Don,

I wanted to tell you that your book was great. I have been a ham for 10 years and I, like you, had POTA reinvigorate me.

The book was perfect for gear. I wish I had that book several hundred dollars ago. I, like you, use a FT-891. Great idea on the tree trimming poles. I went out and ordered 4.

Also the 2 software programs were good options. I’d like to figure out how to use a raspberry pi and a tablet, but that is POTA 3.0.

Again, a great read. I told Walt KB3SBC and he ordered a copy. It’s definitely the go-to guide for POTA

Thanks

Bill, W3FRB

Good read! I like the section with home brew antenna ideas and covering etiquette is excellent (need more of that on 75/80 meters LoLz ). Overall, two thumbs up
73 de KI4LLA, Darrell

From the Author

I have been licensed for over 45 years. For quite a while I was so bored with the hobby that I donated my station to the Red Cross. That was 15 years ago.

Then, the ham bug bit me again. This time, I stumbled upon Parks On The Air which dramatically renewed my interest and enjoyment of the hobby.

During the past couple years I operated over 185 times at dozens of different parks. I’m in the top 2% of 4,000+ activators with over 45 POTA awards including 6 Kilos.

I made plenty of mistakes and found affordable solutions to activating successfully. Successful POTA is a collection of this knowledge, with lots of tips for newbies and projects for the more adventurous who enjoy making their own antennas.

There’s something in this book for anyone interested in POTA!

From the Inside Flap

This book is awesome! I have already finished! And will be reading it again! 

You have a great writing style. You impart a lot of knowledge and its a very fun read.  Although i have learned a lot from videos, this filled in lots of gaps. Especially about logging and spotting. 

Your antenna info is spot on. I have been experimenting madly, and have come to similar conclusions.

Again, thank you!!! A fantastic book, that everyone interested in POTA should read.

Mark, WB9YOJ

From the Back Cover

Parks On The Air can breathe new life into your amateur radio hobby! This book will give you the information you need to get started with this exciting new adventure. The great outdoors is ready. So, what are you waiting for?

About the Author

First Licensed in 1975 as novice WN1VDD
Upgraded to technician WA1VDD in 1976
Upgraded to general -> advanced -> extra in 1991
Antenna design patented in 1987
Active in Parks on the Air (POTA)