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ANT: SKYPPER 3 EL. / PW 100W – PTS(A):2IWI(by Bridge)+1N.One+1Bonus Continents=4
WBA 161DA/D015 Activation Report
What an incredible adventure! It was an intense activation full of emotions, despite the technical challenges and the quirks of propagation. 🌊📸
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who searched for me, including those who didn’t log in. It wasn’t easy having reports of excellent propagation everywhere but here! 😉 📡
Field Challenges:
The incessant calls put the equipment to the test: unfortunately, the batteries drained earlier than planned, the laptop stopped working, and the main battery died right at the best moment. 😦
Despite everything, I didn’t give up: I continued working using the car’s power, albeit with reduced power. 🚗⚡️
For those curious about the “field” setup, I used:
Radio: Icom 7000 (operating at 60-80 W)
Microphone: Icom SM20
Antenna: Skyper
📊 Log Analysis
Despite “Mother Propagation’s” whims, the numbers speak of an international success!
The World in a Log: We managed to work all 6 continents! 🌍 An extraordinary result considering the difficulties:
Europe (e.g., Poland, Italy, France, and Denmark 47)
Asia (e.g., Thailand and Indonesia 91)
Africa (e.g., Canary Islands – 34DA101)
South America (e.g., Brazil – 3KPI1)
North America (e.g., USA)
Oceania (e.g., various contacts in the Pacific)
Focus Thailand (153): A special greeting to our friends in division 153 who managed to break through the QRM! We scored 3 QSOs with Thailand:
153AT102 (Fred) at 09:54 UTC with a great 5/7 report.
153AT777 (Jan) at 09:59 UTC, also with a solid 5/7.
153DA102, recorded during the opening window toward Asia.
🔚 Conclusion
I fought until the very end against dead batteries and a less-than-kind propagation, but the satisfaction of having connected the whole globe makes every effort worthwhile. I’ll be back on-air soon, don’t worry! 73 to all the hunters! 🎙️👊✨
🏝️ Wave, radio, and passion! 🌊📡🔋
By 161DA135 SYLVESTER.
📡 Grand Radio Activation from Pasterska Island! 🏝️
Tune in to your rigs! Tomorrow, March 29, 2026, our operator 161DA135 Sylvester will bring the voice of the World Beauties Award (WBA) directly from the banks of the Oder River, in the heart of Poland.
The activation will feature a one-of-a-kind site, registered with the reference:
🆔 REF: 161DA/D015 – Pasterska Island
✨ The Importance of this Activation: History and Nature 🌿
Pasterska Island is more than just a coordinate on a map; it is a fragment of “silent” history from Wrocław that will vibrate again through radio waves:
- 🐑 A Pastoral Legacy: The name “Pasterska” itself takes us back in time when the island was a vital grazing ground for the community. Activating it today means honoring the ancestral bond between man, the Odra River, and the land.
- 🌊 A Pulsing River Heart: Located in the Kleczków district, the island represents nature’s resilience within the urban fabric. It is an oasis that has witnessed centuries of Polish and German history, remaining a steadfast landmark in the flow of the great river.
- 🏆 The Charm of WBA: Bringing the reference 161DA/D015 to the airwaves is not just a technical exercise, but a way to share the “World Beauty” of these lesser-known sites, which are rich in soul and heritage.
📊 Activity Details (From SBOTA.org):
- 📅 Date: 03/29/2026
- 👤 Operator: 161DA135 Sylvester
- 🏅 IWI Score: 5 Points
- 🌍 Goal: Connect as many Countries and Continents as possible (QSO Countries/Continents)
🎙️ Message for Reference Hunters:
Prepare your logs! This is a golden opportunity to add a fascinating and rare Polish reference to your collection. Sylvester will operate with the passion that distinguishes the DA team, ensuring everyone has the chance to confirm this stunning river site.
Can you hear the call of the Oder? Pasterska Island awaits you “on air”! 🎧📻
73 to everyone and happy hunting!
WBA: Discovering beauty, one contact at a time. 🌎💫
Pasterska Island (Wyspa Pasterska)Pasterska Island is a small river island located on the Odra (Oder) River in the heart of Wrocław, Poland.1. Location and FeaturesIt is in the northern branch of the Odra, near the Kleczków district. Unlike the more famous “major” islands of Wrocław (such as Cathedral Island or Sand Island), Pasterska Island is smaller and less urbanized, maintaining a more natural appearance.2. Marina KleczkówToday, the island is primarily known for hosting Marina Kleczków, a popular “beach bar” and small marina. During the summer season, it is a favorite spot for locals, offering:Beach Relaxation: Areas with sand, sun loungers, and hammocks.Water Activities: Rental services for kayaks and motorboats, as well as river tours.Events: The area frequently hosts live music, outdoor movie screenings, and small markets.3. EtymologyThe name “Pasterska” translates literally to “pastoral” or “of the shepherds.” Historically, many of these small river islands were used as grazing grounds for livestock, as the soil was enriched by river floods and the surrounding water acted as a natural fence.4. How to Reach ItThe island is connected to the mainland via a small footbridge located near ulica Pasterska (Pasterska Street). It is roughly a 15–20 minute journey from the historic city center (Rynek) and is easily accessible by public transport or via a pleasant walk along the river embankments.If you are planning to visit Wrocław, it is an excellent spot to experience a greener, more relaxed side of the city, away from the typical tourist crowds.
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| 161EX15 Jurek 161EX16 Mariusz 13SD114 Matt 91AT109 Agus 1EK156 Mauro 47DX101 John 1AT82 Giovanni 47PL122 Arne 161SD102 Darek 153AT102 Fred 47DA103 Soren 47DX54 Leif 161SD2 Tom 14AT23 Jean Marc 153AT777 Jan 29LR49 Michael 14RA41 Chris 14DX19 Chris 14GT44 Pierrot 13DA285 Tommy 1TW25 Claudio 13IR100 Stefan 165PAT104 Pierpaolo 1AT227 Livio 34DA101 Berto 30DA10 Sergio 1AT14 Vincenzo 19AT515 Ron 34VAG379 Victor 34DA183 Juan Carlos 13AT715 Pete 34ASM78 Ayoze 34AT192 Nando 165AT448 Franco 161SD104 Janusz 14DA49 Fred 3KPI1 Fernando 34AT116 Belen 14AT824 Philippe 14LE928 Bruno 329/161AT154 Maciek 108AT46 Jim 14CI177 Olivier 1AT771 Marco 56SD106 Ville 14AT145 Philippe 31AT183 Nuno 161DA15 Janusz 1RC118 Vittorio 1DA6 Sergio 3AT303 Renato 30LO3352 Isaac 13AT13 Steve 165DA101 Alessandro 14AT16 Bruno 26AT352 Paul 49AT243 Tom 30AT252 Pepe 34RC24 Cristo 30AT118 Didier 161AT170 Bob 35DA159 Chris 30DA16 Dave 1AT127 Luciano 14AT292 Bernard 31PAT509 Claudio 165AT131 Riccardo 153DA102 Lars 1AT562 Antonio 30JR7 2AD505 Jorge 1AT682 Giuliano 3LSB1 Alex 1SR13 Andrea 3DA10 Marcio —————————————– 161EX015 161EX016 13SD114 91AT109 1EK156 47DX101 1AT082 47PL122 161SD102 153AT102 47DA103 47DX054 161SD002 14AT023 153AT777 29LR049 14RA041 14DX019 14GT044 13DA285 1TW025 13IR100 165PAT104 1AT227 34DA101 30DA010 1AT014 19AT515 34VAG379 34DA183 13AT715 34ASM078 34AT192 165AT448 161SD104 14DA049 3KPI001 34AT116 14AT824 14LE928 329/161AT154 108AT046 14CI177 1AT771 56SD106 14AT145 31AT183 161DA015 1RC118 1DA006 3AT303 30LO3352 13AT013 165DA101 14AT016 26AT352 49AT243 30AT252 34RC024 30AT118 161AT170 35DA159 30DA016 1AT127 14AT292 31PAT509 165AT131 153DA102 1AT562 30JR007 2AD505 1AT682 3LSB001 1SR013 3DA010 |
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