Hey there! Welcome to Brew & Activate! I’m excited to have you join me every Sunday morning for some engaging conversations about Parks on the Air (POTA) and much more. We’ll dive into all the details, including gear, antennas, setups, and even some of the less exciting topics.

So grab your favorite morning coffee, settle in, and let’s explore the wonderful world of POTA together on Brew & Activate! I can't wait to see you there!

This week, POTA is ruining ham radio! While it might not be literally "killing" it, it sure is a lot of fun. I just came off the weekend of the 24-hour POTA event, and I’m absolutely amazed by all the great experiences we had while activating a park. I want to discuss how POTA has opened up new opportunities, both in the hobby and in sharing it with the people I encounter.

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Hey there! Welcome to Brew & Activate! I’m excited to have you join me every Sunday morning for some engaging conversations about Parks on the Air (POTA) and much more. We’ll dive into all the details, including gear, antennas, setups, and even some of the less exciting topics.

So grab your favorite morning coffee, settle in, and let’s explore the wonderful world of POTA together on Brew & Activate! I can't wait to see you there!

Thank you all for your understanding and support of the channel! As we now have a new home on Friday Mornings at 10 am EST. And this new live stream launch is going to be amazing! We hope you can all be part of the relaunch of Brew and Activate at NEARFest on Friday!

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Hey there! Welcome to Brew & Activate! I’m excited to have you join me every Sunday morning for some engaging conversations about Parks on the Air (POTA) and much more. We’ll dive into all the details, including gear, antennas, setups, and even some of the less exciting topics.

So grab your favorite morning coffee, settle in, and let’s explore the wonderful world of POTA together on Brew & Activate! I can't wait to see you there!

This week, we’re excited to explore the often-overlooked US-TEST Park! It's an incredible resource for both new and experienced activators to enhance their skills. I’ve personally used US-TEST many times from the comfort of my QTH, discovering new antennas, setups, and radio tweaks—all while enjoying POTA. Join us to uncover some fantastic reasons why integrating US-TEST into your routine will make your future activations even more successful. Let’s embark on this journey together!

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The fall season is still with us, but winter is looming just around the corner. In this discussion, we will explore what our POTA kits should look like for winter activations. We hope to provide you with some tips and tricks to help you continue activating during the cold winter months.

Hey there! Welcome to Brew & Activate! I’m excited to have you join me every Friday morning for some engaging conversations about Parks on the Air (POTA) and much more. We’ll dive into all the details, including gear, antennas, setups, and even some of the less exciting topics.

So grab your favorite morning coffee, settle in, and let’s explore the wonderful world of POTA together on Brew & Activate! I can't wait to see you there!

Thank you all for understanding and supporting the channel! As we now have a new home on Friday Mornings at 10am EST.

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Reliance Antennas: 10% off with Free Shipping. All orders of any Reliance Antenna or product use N1JUR at Checkout. https://www.relianceantennas.com/

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Hello and welcome to Brew & Activate! I’m genuinely thrilled to have you with me every Friday morning as we embark on exciting conversations about Parks on the Air (POTA) and a variety of related topics. Together, we will explore everything from gear and antennas to setups, including those aspects that might initially seem less thrilling!

This week I am super excited to get into the world of POTA on the High bands! I’m delighted to announce that Mike N2MAK will join us to share his wealth of experience in VHF/UHF Activation. He’ll offer insights and recommend budget-friendly, entry-level setups that can kickstart your contact-making journey!

Trust me, you won't want to miss this enlightening episode. I can’t wait to see you there!

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This week, we’re excited to dive into a fascinating topic from one of our listeners: Late Shift vs. Early Shift! We’ll uncover what they are, reasons to choose each, and the unique benefits they bring to your lifestyle!

Hello and welcome to Brew & Activate! I’m genuinely thrilled to have you with me every Friday morning as we embark on exciting conversations about Parks on the Air (POTA) and a variety of related topics. Together, we will explore everything from gear and antennas to setups, including those aspects that might initially seem less thrilling!

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Absolutely, we're ready to pick up where we left off and overcome challenges! The Brew Crew is geared up, and we'll resume our deep dive into Ham Alert. This time, we are committed to triumphing and delivering what our audience truly wants!

Hello and welcome to Brew & Activate! I’m genuinely excited to have you join me every Friday morning as we engage in thrilling conversations about Parks on the Air (POTA) and various related topics. Together, we’ll explore everything from gear and antennas to setups, including those aspects that might initially seem less exciting!

If you proudly identify as a POTA Nerd, you probably know that Ham Alert is the ultimate app for real-time notifications about your favorite activators, parks, and locations. For those who haven't yet delved into its features, we’re thrilled to guide you through every detail of Ham Alert and help you become an ALERT Master! Trust me, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss—let’s dive in together and enhance your POTA experience!

EP 16 Shift Happens: Debating Late Nights, Early Risers, and Everything In Between!

This week, we’re excited to dive into a fascinating topic from one of our listeners: Late Shift vs. Early Shift! We’ll uncover what they are, reasons to choose each, and the unique benefits they bring to your lifestyle!

Hello and welcome to Brew & Activate! I’m genuinely thrilled to have you with me every Friday morning as we embark on exciting conversations about Parks on the Air (POTA) and a variety of related topics. Together, we will explore everything from gear and antennas to setups, including those aspects that might initially seem less thrilling!

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Hello and welcome to Brew & Activate! I’m genuinely thrilled to have you with me every Friday morning as we embark on exciting conversations about Parks on the Air (POTA) and a variety of related topics. Together, we will explore everything from gear and antennas to setups, including those aspects that might initially seem less thrilling!

If you proudly call yourself a POTA Nerd, you likely know that HamAlert is the ultimate app for real-time notifications about your favorite activators, parks, and locations. For those who haven't yet explored its features, we're excited to guide you through every aspect of HamAlert and help you become an ALERT Master! Trust me, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss—let’s dive in together and enhance your POTA experience!

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This week, Parks on the Air (POTA) is exploding in popularity — and now more clubs than ever are using it to get members active, outdoors, and excited about radio again. In this video, I break down exactly how YOUR local club can incorporate POTA into meetings, events, and yearly planning.

Whether your club is small, aging, newly revived, or already active, these ideas will work.

How to launch your first club POTA outing with minimal gear.

The secret sauce to getting inactive members to show up again.

How to make POTA events friendly for new hams, tech licensees, and non-hams.

Simple ways to integrate POTA into monthly meetings, nets, and club newsletters.

How to build a club POTA “activation kit” that’s grab-and-go.

How to get members excited by tracking points, awards, and friendly club competitions.

Welcome to Brew & Activate! I’m genuinely thrilled to have you with me every Friday morning as we embark on exciting conversations about Parks on the Air (POTA) and related topics. Together, we will explore everything from gear and antennas to setups, including those aspects that might initially seem less thrilling!

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We break down the five most dependable POTA setups you’ll actually want to carry. From modular rigs to gear that solves common activation headaches, we’ll cover popularity, portability, and practical tips to maximize your field day. Bring your questions—let’s compare builds, test ideas, and boost your next POTA contact rate.

Hello and welcome to Brew & Activate! I’m genuinely thrilled to have you with me every Friday morning as we embark on exciting conversations about Parks on the Air (POTA) and related topics. Together, we will explore everything from gear and antennas to setups, including those aspects that might initially seem less thrilling!

Welcome to Brew & Activate! I’m genuinely thrilled to have you with me every Friday morning as we embark on exciting conversations about Parks on the Air (POTA) and related topics. Together, we will explore everything from gear and antennas to setups, including those aspects that might initially seem less thrilling!

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Reliance Antennas: 10% off with Free Shipping. All orders of any Reliance Antenna or product use N1JUR at Checkout. https://www.relianceantennas.com/

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