Don Gamble (KG5CMS) arrived early for the January club meeting with a radio, an antenna and about a dozen keys ready to work the world. After the typical club business, Don assembled his QRP station gave the club a demonstration on CW, otherwise known as Morse code.
The club gathered around as Don demonstrated a typical QSO on CW. He also showed off a variety of keys including several large and small straight keys, a pair of paddles, and a semi-automatic "bug." Club members took the opportunity to play around with the keys and practice sending.
Don also demonstrated a Sked Page which is hosted by the
Straight Key Century Club (SKCC) where operators can find someone on the air to make a contact. The SKCC hosts several on-air events as well as training and help both online and on the air.
