Radio Society of Great Britain
Regional Event - Region 3

Introduction
This is an 80m DF event intended for newcomers and returners. The programme will include tuition and introductory activities for newcomers. All participants will be able to undertake a 5 transmitter course using the 80m band.

Sunday 4 May - Wigan

Venue:

The event will take place at Haigh Hall Woodland Park, Wigan, WN2 1PE. Click here for a map showing the location.

Format:
The key elements are as follows:

- this is a 'Come and Try it' event and not a competition.

- the event will use the 80m amateur band for the hidden transmitters.

- There will be two sessions to choose from: the first starting at 1100 and ending at 1300; the second starting at1400 and ending at 1600.

- Coaching and equipment loan is included. - 80m receivers with a directional antenna and 'Silva' style compasses will be available on loan.

- Maximum of 10 people per session

- there will be a charge of £3 to participate.

- Registration and further information from John G0JJL at vhf-dx@radiouk.com.

- Before you come, check out the RSGB ARDF web site (www.rsgb.org>main site>onthe air>ARDF>Hints & Tips)

What to bring and what to wear:

- wear clothing suitable for walking around in woodland.

- bring one of those compasses with a rectangular base plate if you already own one

- bring some sort of lightweight A4 board onto which the map can be taped. Electrical tape works pretty well for this.

- bring a spirit pen to draw bearings onto the map. Red is best because red is not used on the map print.

- bring a whistle to summon help should you fall and incapacitate yourself. The alarm signal is 6 short blasts repeated at one minute intervals.

- please provide your own headphones (3.5mm plug).

The next event:

Regional competition at this same venue on Sunday 18th May. Competition starts at 1330 - £3 entry fee. Receiver and Compass loan available. 5 transmitters to be found using the 3.5 MHz band.

Safety

Competitors are responsible for their own safety and take part at their own risk.
A whistle should be carried and the emergency signal is 6 short blasts on the whistle, repeated at one minute intervals.
The area is used by walkers, for dog-walking and by the general public. Please be courteous to all other users in the wood.