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Make plans right now to attend this premier Prepper event.
Learn about Ham Radio, how it benefits the Prepper and what it takes to have reliable radio communication during a disaster or emergency.
Location: To be determined
Start sending us your location suggestions.
I would like to see a location at a moderately high elevation to give us more propagation and cooler temperatures.
Send suggestions to me at k7kbj@arrl.net or just reply to this post.
We show up to set up camp on Friday.
The Field Day event runs Saturday through Sunday.
More info will be posted so keep an eye here.
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It's official, The ARRL and FCC have assigned us the requested 1x1 Special event call sign for Prepper Field Day 2017.
We will be N7P.
I attached some info below.
This means anyone, licensed or not, can operate our radio gear using the call sign N7P during our event while I am present.
So, let's make plans to attend and have a great time!
Questions, comments, suggestions? Email me at k7kbj@arrl.net
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Way to go Ken!
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Ken,
Congrats again!
We are looking forward to it.
Regarding suggestions for the event, I offer the following for your consideration.
• Class explaining different types of antenna’s (purpose, strengths & weaknesses)
• Demonstration that shows comparative range of:
o CB
o Ham (with and without repeater)...someone can drive down the road 5 or ?? miles
o HF
• Simple codes
• Radio Station set-up...How to
These suggestions cost nothing...so, take them for what they are worth!
David & Audrey
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I should be able to make it.
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Ken:
If possible Jerry, Todd and David and I would like to have one of the camp sites that three people can share.
Can't wait.
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Hoping to make it, need to know when and where.
Joe
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Google maps has me taking
95 from Las Vegas to Alt 95 @ Schurz
Schurz to just South of Silvedr Springs
Then Unknown NW to US-50
50 more or less West to 79
79 more or less West (from the layout looks to be very scenic) to 341 in Virginia City
341 NE (again looks scenic) to Reno and 431
431 to the campground
according to Google Maps - 26 hours - 1758 miles.
From Circus Circus address in Las Vegas - approx 7 1/2 hours - 453 miles
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Does the campground have cabins or such (like KOA has Kampin Kabins).
IF SO - 5.5 hours from Austin to Reno by air
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The shear time to get there and back may make this a NOGO.
I'm going to have to think long about this
Do reserve a spot though
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Feel free to correct this if it not right.
I think this is the campground in question:
http://www.fs.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsinternet/!ut/p/c4/04_SB8K8xLLM9MSSzPy8xBz9CP0os3gDfxMDT8MwRydLA1cj72BTJw8jAwjQL8h2VAQAzHJMsQ!!?ss=110417&ttype=recarea&recid=65204&actid=29&navtype=BROWSEBYSUBJECT&position=BROWSEBYSUBJECT&navid=110130000000000&pnavid=110000000000000&cid=FSE_003705&pname=Humboldt-Toiyabe+National+Forest+Headquarters+-+Mt.+Rose++Campground (http://www.fs.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsinternet/!ut/p/c4/04_SB8K8xLLM9MSSzPy8xBz9CP0os3gDfxMDT8MwRydLA1cj72BTJw8jAwjQL8h2VAQAzHJMsQ!!?ss=110417&ttype=recarea&recid=65204&actid=29&navtype=BROWSEBYSUBJECT&position=BROWSEBYSUBJECT&navid=110130000000000&pnavid=110000000000000&cid=FSE_003705&pname=Humboldt-Toiyabe+National+Forest+Headquarters+-+Mt.+Rose++Campground)
Aerial pictures show most typical camp sites.
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To clarify
- 2 hard days (10 - 12 hr each) from Austin, TX to Vegas, then one scenic 8 to 9 hour day to the campground.
- the same going home.
If they had of had cabins then I could have gotten away with a skillet, a single burner stove, and a walmart sleeping bag after 5.5 hours flight from Austin to Reno.
sorry about the misunderstanding.
Google maps has me taking
95 from Las Vegas to Alt 95 @ Schurz
Schurz to just South of Silvedr Springs
Then Unknown NW to US-50
50 more or less West to 79
79 more or less West (from the layout looks to be very scenic) to 341 in Virginia City
341 NE (again looks scenic) to Reno and 431
431 to the campground
according to Google Maps - 26 hours - 1758 miles.
From Circus Circus address in Las Vegas - approx 7 1/2 hours - 453 miles
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Does the campground have cabins or such (like KOA has Kampin Kabins).
IF SO - 5.5 hours from Austin to Reno by air
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The shear time to get there and back may make this a NOGO.
I'm going to have to think long about this
Do reserve a spot though
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Wolfbrother not sure if this helps your decision but if you wanted to fly ive got some extra gear you could borrow
small tent,cot cooking gear etc i would just need to drop it of with someone in reno if I dont attend.
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WolfBrother, assuming I can make it, my tent is large enough to hold us both if you do not mind sharing. Can have everything thing else you would need, as well.
Just let me know.
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OK - same 3 days/two nights - yes?
Reserve a campsite for me - let me know how much and who to send the money to.
If I can do it, I'll have a spot. If I can't - the NNPG will have a paid for common area.
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Sure hope you can make it, WolfBrother. It would be great to put a face to the text.
One thing, for everyone to consider, this is off Highway 50. Be sure and fuel up, even if you just top off, before you leave Fallon, or if you come from the other direction, fuel up just before you hit the desolate stretch. There is absolutely no fuel along that route for miles. And the one place I found on my recent trip to the park was a pain to get fuel from, and the fuel was not the best. I plan to carry extra fuel in containers, but if you cannot do that, Fill 'er up!
Just my opinion.
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Since my job has now stabilized, FINALLY, I SHOULD be able to do this.
Joe
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LAST UPDATE - June 20, 2017
Rob and I will depart Reno on Thursday to arrive in Berlin and begin site preparations.
A few reminders:
Bring your favorite chair.
Fill your fuel tank in Fallon if coming from the Reno area.
If you are coming in to Berlin from elsewhere, make sure to fill up at the last gas station you hit.
Do some research as there is no convenient gas station near Berlin other than in Gabbs and I am not familiar with that town. It's bound to be pricey.
There is no cell phone coverage in Berlin. We are preppers and should be prepared for that, right?
Attached is a Prepper Field Day Starter Packet. Please print this and bring it with you for reference.
(Filename: Prepper Field Day Info and Ops.pdf)
If you have any questions, email me at k7kbj@arrl.net
See you in Berlin !
Ken
K7KBJ
UPDATE - June 5, 2017 - Get Ready !!!
Our Prepper Field Day event is rapidly approaching !
A few tips for the camper....
We will be at altitude so it may be very cold at night. Please bring extra blankets, jackets and hats.
Don't forget, the ranger needs cash for your $15.00 per day camp fee. We covered the cost of the group area for you.
There is a small fee to tour the fossil site enclosure. This is a very interesting and worthwhile "must see" location. I think it's only a few dollars to get in.
Please remember to email me at k7kbj@arrl.net if you are coming and have not yet let us know.
Tell us when you plan on arriving and when you plan to leave.
We can't wait to see you there!
UPDATE - May 1, 2017 - Camping Info
As mentioned previously, we reserved the Day Use Area which allows tent camping overnight during our event.
RV's, Trailers and Motor homes can be accommodated in the campground which is a few minutes drive from the Day Use Area.
The cost is the same if you use a tent in the Day Use area or bring a trailer or motor home for the campground.
Please respond to the RSVP I sent which will go to all forum members with a valid email address.
If you DID NOT receive today's RSVP request, email me at k7kbj@arrl.net. We need to know if you will be there.
UPDATE - April 27, 2017 - The Icky Light Show
Greg Ford, N7SAX, is coordinating this awesome event for all of us to enjoy.
Here he gives us his report...
Announcing the Prepper Field Day 2017 Icky Light Show
NNPG has chosen Berlin State Park, Nevada, East-South-East of Fallon, home of the Nevada Ichthyosaur Fossil site, elevation 7,000 feet, for their 2017 Prepper Field Day site, June 22 to 25 http://parks.nv.gov/parks/berlin-ichthyosaur (http://parks.nv.gov/parks/berlin-ichthyosaur)
The word Ichthyosaur is derived from Greek ??? ??/ichthys meaning fish and sa? ??? /sauros meaning lizard. The Ichthyosaur is fascinating.
The Park received a Government grant awhile back to improve the Fossil House which among other things includes a ceiling mounted multi-color spot light system to enhance and dramatize the Fossil presentation in a darkened room scenario. We have made arrangements with the Park to receive a group presentation Saturday night at 9:00.
Interestingly, it will be the first time for the illuminated presentation we have nick-named the Icky Light Show. There will be a $3.00 per person charge. Please bring CASH.
Interesting, Educational & Fun.
See you in Berlin.
UPDATE - April 10, 2017 - Discount for NV residents confirmed! $15.00 per vehicle per night for NV residents.
UPDATE - April 10, 2017 - Fee update and more info.
I made a mistake and misquoted the camping fee.
Per the application, it states the fee is $17.00 per night per vehicle.
This is still cheap for what we get and it's possible there may be a discount for those vehicles with NV plates.
If I can confirm this I will post another update.
I just submitted our application and the site is now reserved for arrival on Thursday June 22nd with a departure date of Monday, June 26th.
Soon, I will post more information regarding the classes we plan on offering for the weekend.
Please email me at k7kbj@arrl.net to RSVP and if you have any suggestions or questions.
This will be a great event and we look forward to having you attend.
UPDATE - April 4, 2017
Our scouting party just returned from Berlin, NV with great news !
We have chosen the Berlin-Ichthyosaur State Park as our location for Prepper Field Day 2017.
This is a fantastic site for the following reasons....
1. It is at altitude so we expect daytime temperatures to be tolerable in June.
2. It's cheap, just $7.00 per car per day with a $2.00 discount for NV residents.
3. We are able to reserve the group area so we are assured space for all participants.
4. So much to do even if you are not interested in radio, check out the website: http://parks.nv.gov/parks/berlin-ichthyosaur (http://parks.nv.gov/parks/berlin-ichthyosaur)
5. Lots of shade and trees, great location for our Radio Room and ample space for antennas.
We are reserving the group area for Thursday June 22 through Sunday, June 25 so you can arrive any day in that range.
Please email me with any questions at k7kbj@arrl.net.
Because we have changed locations I reset the poll and I would really like to have email RSVP so we have an idea of how many people are coming.
Also, feel free to post to this topic with all your ideas and comments. We would love to offer some classes and activities as well so let us know what you would like to see.