 Three
new Peter I DXpedition team members
We are pleased to announce the addition of three new team members to
the 2006 Peter I DXpedition. They are Mel W8MV, Don N6JRL and Mike FM5CD.
These gentlemen all bring radio operating expertise to the team as well
as individual talents for the overall project. We are pleased to have
them aboard! There are still a couple of team slots available and we are
especially keen to find a team physician to accompany us. If you have
an interest contact Bob,
K4UEE
An inspection team consisting of Erling LA6VM, Bob K4UEE, and Carlos
NP4IW/6 has just returned from Punta Arenas and Santiago, Chile. They
report that everything is on track for an early February, 2006 activation
of Peter I.
The plan has the team departing Punta Arenas, Chile around Jan. 27th
and returning around Feb. 25th. This will allow about sixteen days at
the island. Of course, the actual time on the island and on the air depends
on weather and other factors.
Fifteen members of the team will meet in Atlanta for a training session
scheduled for Sept. 15th through Sept 19th. This will give us all a chance
to renew friendships forged earlier this year and get acquainted with
our new team members.
Among the activities on the agenda are: practicing rapid deployment of
shelters, low band antenna erection, sequenced container packing and rappelling
practice. There will also be a safety meeting and discussions of operating
techniques and tactics to be utilized by the team. Other subjects will
be discussed by the team leaders, safety committee, and the antenna committee.
Please visit our website at: www.peterone.com
and if possible make a contribution toward the significant expenses of
this DXpedition. It may be the most expensive DXpedition ever and every
contribution helps. PayPal is available too! The team members themselves
are funding 70% of the total cost.
Thanks to all of our great contributors, but the team would especially
like to thank the International
DX Association (INDEXA) for their enthusiasm, confidence and support
of the 2006 Peter I Dxpedition. Not only have they offered significant
support, but have increased their contribution from the previous year.
Thanks!
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