Surfin': Finding Missing Sunspots

This week's Surfin' discovers why the Sun's spots are in hiding. Also, Surfin' revisits the etymology of "amateur" and takes note of a "radio lover."

Surfin': Radio Lover

This week's Surfin' seeks and discovers a better definition for the word "amateur."

Surfin': Contesting for the Fun of It

This week's Surfin' recalls contesting the June VHF QSO Party with a lot of enthusiasm, but not much equipment.

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Surfin': One Ham's Garbage Is Another Ham's Art

This week's Surfin' finds old radio parts recycled as new radio art. The art of KY6R is very cool and I am sure you will enjoy viewing it.