Welcome to Episode 9 of the 73 IN THE RGV Podcast with your host KI5DOG.
In this episode of the 73 IN THE RGV podcast, the first podcast dedicated to Amateur Radio Operators, Actions, Activities, and Events in the Rio Grande Valley in Deep South Texas, KI5DOG (David) shares with you:
What is RADIO PROPAGATION, understand it, identify it, predict it, use it to your communication's advantage, and enjoy it.
Plus: Amateur Radio based Activities, Events in the Rio Grande Valley.
LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
- Rio Grande Valley Amateur Radio Club: http://www.rgvarc.org
- South Texas Amateur Repeater Society: http://www.w5rgv.org
- Rio Amateur Radio Club: http://www.rioarc.org
- ARRL - Getting Licensed: https://www.arrl.org/getting-licensed
Other links mentioned in this episode:
- Voice of America Coverage Analysis Program VOACAP: https://www.voacap.com/
- DXMaps: https://www.dxmaps.com/spots/mapg.php?Lan=E
- HAMQSL: https://hamqsl.com/
- DX Toolbox: https://www.blackcatsystems.com/software/ham-shortwave-radio-propagation-software.html
- QRZ: https://www.qrz.com/
Upcoming Event:
ALL Valley Radio Clubs meeting - Saturday, September 13, 2025 from 0900-1200hrs CST
Los Fresnos Fire Department, 100 Rodeo Drive, Los Fresnos, Texas,78566
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So sit back, as
I invite you to take about 22 minutes to listen to Episode 9 of the 73 in the RGV Podcast.
This is KI5DOG, 73.
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