Join me for my first Parks on the Air (POTA) activation using the brand-new ICOM IC-7300MK2 HF transceiver! 📻

This 2025 upgrade delivers killer features like improved RMDR (105 dB), HDMI external display output, built-in CW decoder, and lower power draw—perfect for portable ops. Watch as I set up in the park, chase contacts on HF bands, and test the MK2's real-world performance for QRP-style activations. From antenna deployment to pileup fun, see how this SDR beast handles POTA! Ideal for ham radio beginners and portable enthusiasts. 

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Quicksand isn't just Hollywood drama—it's real! Watch as we unpack the chilling true tale of Austin Dirks, a 33-year-old Colorado backpacker who plunged knee-deep into icy quicksand on the Hayduke Trail near Courthouse Wash, Arches National Park (Dec 7, 2025). Solo and freezing, his Garmin SOS triggered a high-stakes Grand County rescue with ladders and boards. Bust myths (buoyancy saves you from sinking fully!), learn pro escapes like slow weight shifts, and get desert trail safety tips from physicist Daniel Bonn: Stay calm! Perfect for Hayduke hikers and adventure fans. What's your worst trail scare?

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Unbox Elecrow’s ThinkNode M1 & M2 for Meshtastic off-grid comms! 📡 These LoRa-based devices enable secure mesh texting and GPS sharing. M1’s nRF52840, 1.54” e-ink, and GPS offer 4–5 days battery life. M2’s ESP32-S3 and 1.3” OLED suit developers. We compare range, setup, and Meshtastic app use for hikers and preppers. Which wins? Subscribe for more reviews, hit the bell 🔔, and comment your pick! #ThinkNodeM1 #ThinkNodeM2 #Meshtastic #OffGridCommunication

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Join us for the next installment of Let's Make a Deal! Find the items you want and join us on the livestream to make offers and take advantage of offers made by others. This is going to be a FUN event! Link to deals - https://www.gigaparts.com/deal

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Tonight I welcome the crew from @HamRadioClubhouse onto the livestream - they are giving away a new HF Radio on my livestream tonight. You must be present to win, so make plans to join us! If you haven't done so yet, please subscribe to the Clubhouse so that they can do more giveaways like this!

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Tonight I welcome the crew from @HamRadioClubhouse onto the livestream - they are giving away a new HF Radio on my livestream tonight. You must be present to win, so make plans to join us! If you haven't done so yet, please subscribe to the Clubhouse so that they can do more giveaways like this!

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Ready to upgrade from Technician to General Class and unlock HF privileges? Join our FREE YouTube video series: "Ham Radio General License Mastery" – the ultimate prep course for the FCC Amateur Radio General Exam! Based on the official 2023-2027 General Class Element 3 question pool (valid through June 30, 2027), we break down every subelement with crystal-clear explanations, real-world examples, and bite-sized lessons on key topics like antenna systems, propagation, electrical principles, safety, and operating procedures. No fluff – just what you need to ace the 35-question exam with confidence.

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Ready to upgrade from Technician to General Class and unlock HF privileges? Join our FREE YouTube video series: "Ham Radio General License Mastery" – the ultimate prep course for the FCC Amateur Radio General Exam! Based on the official 2023-2027 General Class Element 3 question pool (valid through June 30, 2027), we break down every subelement with crystal-clear explanations, real-world examples, and bite-sized lessons on key topics like antenna systems, propagation, electrical principles, safety, and operating procedures. No fluff – just what you need to ace the 35-question exam with confidence.

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Ready to upgrade from Technician to General Class and unlock HF privileges? Join our FREE YouTube video series: "Ham Radio General License Mastery" – the ultimate prep course for the FCC Amateur Radio General Exam! Based on the official 2023-2027 General Class Element 3 question pool (valid through June 30, 2027), we break down every subelement with crystal-clear explanations, real-world examples, and bite-sized lessons on key topics like antenna systems, propagation, electrical principles, safety, and operating procedures. No fluff – just what you need to ace the 35-question exam with confidence.

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