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GJ in July

2010-06-21 19:36:38 | Weblog
from OPDX news

GJ, JERSEY (EU-013)
Contest: YL Elena, RV3ACA, will be active as GJ2A or GJ/OH8CA during the RSGB IOTA Contest (July 24-25th) as a Single-Op/ SSB or Mixed entry. She will be active outside of the contest between July 21-26th. QSL via RV3ACA.

CY0

2010-06-21 19:31:36 | Weblog
from OPDX news

CY0, SABLE ISLAND (Update). Randy, N0TG, reports (edited): "Everything
continues to move along preparing for operations October 22-31st. The
charter aircraft has been booked as well as travel arrangements for the
team to meet up in Halifax a couple days prior. The Battle Creek Special
has been received early from the W8 group. Additional items are also
being acquired and will be shipped later this summer to Halifax. Logistics
coordination is being provided by the Halifax Amateur Radio Club's support
and point of contact, Gary, VE1RGB, will identify and coordinate select
items for advance shipment to Sable. We invite everyone to visit the
DXpedition's Web site for additional details at:
http://www.CY0dxpedition.com
The HOME page reflects the logos of the many clubs and organizations
that have provided financial support. Additionally, a link also brings
up the list of individuals who have made a personal donation. We appreciate
all who have participated in assisting the DXpedition."

5V by I's in Oct

2010-06-21 08:43:38 | Weblog
from OPDX news

5V7, TOGO (Change in Plans). The announced DXpedition to Gabon (TR) by the
Italian team lead by Silvano, I2YSB, has been cancelled (see OPDX.953).
The new destination for the Italian team will now be Togo (5V), and the
operation will take place during the month of October. The team will be
the same. They plan to operate with three stations on all the bands. No
other details have been provided other than the pilot station will be
IK7JWY. An opened survey on I2YSB's Web page is now available to list
your wants for bands and modes at: http://www.i2ysb.com/joomla5
More details should be forthcoming.