5t, mauritania (update). andreas, dl7zz, provides opdx with another update
on the german team's planned dxpedition to nouakchott, mauritania, to
take place between march 16-30th (2008). he states that their team is
now complete. they have added oliver, dl2ard, the 10m-ssb operator of
da0hq. for more information on the operators and their equipment, please
visit the web page at:
http://www.5t2008.dehe also mentions that the first foundations who donated funds and are
supporting their dxpedition are now listed on their web site. the team
is looking for sponsors and donations. qsl via dh7ww, by the bureau or
direct.
tx5c clipperton island (press release). jay, k4zle, member of the
clipperton 2008 team, sent out the following press release:
"time is drawing close for the clipperton 2008 dxpedition. the team has
been recruited. plans and preparations are underway. equipment is being
staged, and your clipperton 2008 team is chomping at the bit to make it a
reality.
information on the planned operation can be found at the web site:
http://www.clipperton2008.org included on the web site is information on how you can support these
activities, including providing financial support. as in most operations
of this type, each individual has made a sizable up front financial
commitment. also, as in most operations of this type, there are other
expenses.
our antenna plans are quite extensive and it takes a lot of coax to
feed those antennas. if you have good quality 9913 or 213 coax sitting
around, we can use it. you may ship your surplus coax to us and accomplish
at least two objectives:
1) you become part of the support team. as such, in addition to the
personal satisfaction that should give you, you will be listed on
the official web page.
2) in addition, as a contributor your donation will we tax deductible
to the full extent of current tax regulations. we will provide an
appropriate receipt for your contribution.
prior to shipping to us, please contact steve hammer, k6sgh, at:
k6sgh <at> clipperton2008 <dot> org
he will coordinate this effort. the countdown is underway. the radios
and operators are ready to play. so what do you say; contribute your
surplus coax today."