Carey,
Agree 100%
The combination of plentiful summits and the public land make W0C
a great place to do SOTA.
Bob
Bob Witte K0NR
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On 3/9/2025 8:41 PM, Carey KX0R via
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This is a very interesting discussion.? I have more questions
than answers....
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SOTA is what it is, and it works pretty well.? We definitely
have a tougher deal here in Colorado than in most other SOTA
associations.? This is especially true in winter, but it is true
in general.? Our state is still vast and wild to a considerable
degree.
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The worst part of our deal is that most of the high-point
summits are only available with reasonable risk for a short time
each year.? Fortunately we have a lot of summits that are fun
and more available.??
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Only a small fraction of amateur operators can activate very
many - or any - SOTA peaks in our state, mostly because of
age-related issues.? We also have various access problems with
seasonal road closures, or no useful roads, private property,
harsh winter conditions, and vast mountain landscapes much too
large to cross.?
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Much of this is good, because what we have is rare, special,
precious, and unusual within the realm of amateur radio.? Here
it is possible - in one day - to hike up above 4000 meters, in
relatively pristine areas, carrying tiny but capable radios, get
on the air in minutes, make many contacts across our continent
and across oceans, and anyone who cares can see it on the
internet, as well as participate in our shared experience.?
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Look at the big picture and we've got an incredible deal - but
SOTA here is more challenging, in so many ways.? It's also more
rewarding, in my opinion.
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Thank you for this response.? It is most helpful.??
Bob K0NR