Hello everybody and welcome back to the Everything Ham Radio Podcast! In this episode we are going to talk about Field Day 2017 with Ian Kahn, KM4IK! Facebook Question of the Week: What Class Station Is Your Club or You Running? Field Day 2017 Dates Field Day is always the fourth full weekend of June, beginning at 1800 UTC Saturday and running through 2059 UTC Sunday. Field Day 2017 is June 24-25. If your club is not doing field day or you would just like to check out other field day locations, check out the ARRL's Field Day Locator to find other field day locations in your area. Bands Any Amateur Radio band except 12, 17, 30 and 60 Meters. Rules, Entry Forms and Information Packets 2017 Field Day Packet (complete)  Ver 2 - Update 21 March 2017 2017 Field Day Rules (there were no substantive changes from 2016) 2017 GOTA FAQ 2017 GOTA Scoring 2017 Control Operator Information 2017 Safety Officer Info/Checklist - Vers 2 - Updated 21 March 2017 2017 Field Day Summary Sheet 2017 W1AW / K6KPH Bulletin Schedule 2017 Field Day Public Relations Packet 2017 Social Media 2017 Educational FAQ 2017 How to Succeed - by Really Trying 2017 Field Day Information Flier 2017 Field Day VHF/UHF Information (minor changes from 2016) 2017 Field Day Log Sheet (keep for your records - don't send to ARRL) 2017 Field Day Dupe Sheet (send Dupe Sheet or Cabrillo File Page 1 to ARRL with your bonus documents {do not send Log Sheet]) 2017 ARRL/RAC Section List (no changes from 2016) Logging Software N1MM Logger+ N3FJP Other topics that we talked about in this episode: Stealth Antennas Lightning Protection National Traffic System Broadband Hamnet   West Mountain Radio Are you tired of lousy propagation conditions and wondering how to work some real DX for a change? Maybe you spin the dial and wonder what's going on below the voice segment of the HF bands? The answer is ... You're missing out! You're missing out on digital modes! A rapidly growing and exciting part of ham radio! Work real DX with the incredible JT-65 and JT-9 modes! It's no exaggeration when I tell you, you WILL work stations you never thought possible, even using low power and compromise antennas. Have fun making new contacts in modes such as PSK31, Olivia, Radio-Teletype, SSTV and many more! The RIGblaster Advantage is everything you need to operate these exciting digital modes. Made in the US, the RIGblaster interfaces have set the standard for nearly 20 years. Thousands of satisfied operators have learned their RIGblaster Advantage will provide solid digital communication, easy operating and reliability. The RIGblaster Advantage has: A high quality built in sound card A single USB cable to your computer - say goodbye to the rats nest of audio and serial cables.  Tidy up your station! Built in rig control that works with most radios Flexible transmit/receive switching -  Choose between VOX or computer PTT Volume controls on the interface - no more hunting through Windows just to alter your transmit level! Real Morse Code keying that actually uses the CW mode on your radio Operate RTTY FSK for radios which support it An easy to understand manual covers beginners and seasoned operators alike Comes with a universal mic cable which fits most radios - optional cables may be available for your particular radio. Don't miss out on the fun and excitement any longer! The RIGblaster Advantage is available right now for 199.95 with free ground shipping to the US 48. For more information and to learn how to get your free USB Port monitor, click here. Do You Need Some QSL Cards? Check out KB3IHF QSL Cards. When you place your order make sure you mention that you heard about him on the Everything Ham Radio Podcast. If you do I will get a small commission on your purchase. Thanks for stopping by today. If you like what you have heard on my podcast or read on my blog and would like to know how you can give your support, check out the Support page! You can make a one tim