Things are looking up

This past weekend, I participated in the FOC (First Class Operators Club) event known as the Bill Windle QSO Party. It’s a relaxed, 24-hour gathering that I found thoroughly enjoyable.

What stood out most wasn’t just the event itself, but the surprising band conditions. For the first time in quite a while, 10 meters was in excellent shape, which was a welcome change. The band was open to the U.S., Europe, and South America, making for a diverse range of contacts. In fact, I made nearly as many contacts on 10 meters as I did on 15 and 20 meters, which is unusual and exciting to see.