This past year included time on the air, time at the bench, and time helping support the broader amateur radio community. I continued building and refining EFHW antennas and sharing them with operators through my Etsy shop, and it has been encouraging to hear how those antennas are being used in the field, at home stations, and in portable operations.
One of the more significant developments this year was our club stepping in to take on the W5 QSL bureau responsibilities. That work is largely behind the scenes, but it plays an important role in keeping international contacts flowing and preserving one of the long-standing traditions of amateur radio. I am grateful for the volunteers who make that possible and for the operators who continue to value the exchange of QSL cards.
Looking ahead, the goal is simple: spend meaningful time on the air, keep learning, and contribute where I can. Whether that is through building antennas, supporting the bureau, or making a quick contact when conditions allow, the focus remains on the people behind the call signs.
Thank you to everyone who made contact, offered feedback, or supported these efforts over the past year. I look forward to what the new year brings and hope to hear you on the bands.
73, Dave
