>>> 🐧NEW ONE WBA 2026 🐧 <<< 165DA/HV03 – Casa del Pescatore (by 165DA101 Alex)/ 3 PTS (H)/4 PTS (A) / DATE: 11 April 2026 start @ 10.00 UTC / Freq. stay tuned on WhatsApp WBA news / PROVINCE 119 ( Sulcis Iglesiente)/ Historical Region HR01 ( Sulcis Iglesiente ) / (Municipality E086 ( Gonnesa )
ANT: 3 EL. SKYPPER / PW 270W
It is with great pride and a touch of deep emotion that we announce the upcoming activation for the World Beauties Award (WBA). This is not just a radio event; it is a journey into the soul of Sardinia’s coastline. 🌍✨
📻 Activation Details: The Guardian of the Sea
- Award: WBA – World Beauties Award 🏆
- Reference: 165DA/HV03
- Location: Casa del Pescatore (Fisherman’s House), Porto Paglia, Gonnesa (CI), Italy 🇮🇹
- Operator: 165DA101 Alex
- Date: April 11, 2026
- Mode: Portable / Field Station 📡
🌊 A Living Piece of Sardinian History
The Casa del Pescatore is one of the most iconic landmarks in the Sulcis Iglesiente region. Perched dramatically on a base of trachytic rock that juts into the crystal-clear sea, it appears to float between the sky and the Mediterranean.
Dating back to the 17th century (c. 1650), this structure was the beating heart of the Porto Paglia Tonnara (Tuna Fishery). Once a shelter for brave fishermen and a storehouse for the heavy nets and anchors of the “Mattanza,” it now stands as a timeless monument to the island’s maritime heritage. ⚓️🐟
🕊️ A Special Dedication: Remo Ballisai
This activation carries a profound personal meaning. Alex (165DA101) will dedicate the day’s operations to the memory of Remo Ballisai, the historic caretaker of this beautiful house. Known affectionately as “Il Guardiano del Mare” (The Guardian of the Sea), Remo was the human link between the stones of this house and the spirit of the ocean. By transmitting from this site, we keep his memory and his love for this coast alive over the airwaves. 🕊️💙
📸 Why This Site is Unique
The synergy between our radio station and this location is unparalleled:
- The Architecture: Thick ochre walls and tiled roofs that have survived centuries of salt and wind. 🏠
- The Atmosphere: A site so melancholic and beautiful it has served as the backdrop for countless fashion shoots and films. 🎬
- The Sunset: Facing west, the station will be bathed in the fiery glow of the Sardinian sun as it dips behind the horizon. 🌅
📡 Join Us on the Air!
We invite all hunters and DXers to tune in and log this prestigious reference. This is more than a contact; it is a tribute to history, nature, and the “Guardians” who protect our world’s beauties.
Live Log: Follow the activation in real-time and check your contact status! 💻 https://sbota.org/wba-live-log-165-sardinia/ 🌐
Respect the Site: As we operate from this sensitive and private historical area, our team will ensure the utmost respect for the environment and the tranquility of this magical place. 🌿🤫
73’s from the Sulcis Coast! See you on the waterfall! 🎙️🌊👋
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