Re: [IRCA] DXing the West from a HOA Neighborhood

[Les Rayburn <les@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Kay,

Yes, thatâs the Wetlands area that I mentioned. There is ditch/stream that runs through that areaâand itâs much more grown up than when this photo was taken, but yes, itâs possible to run a bog through there. Probably 750-800 feet. 

Assuming that I terminate it at the far end, would that help with the Western loggings? I assumed it would be too directional to the North to be of much use. 

Iâd be happy to be wrong! 

73,


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> On May 8, 2017, at 1:58 PM, Neil Kazaross <neilkaz58@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> 
> Looking at your place....*http://tinyurl.com/kb3vsek
> <http://tinyurl.com/kb3vsek>*
> 
> *Can you get a BOG toward the NW/NNW around that rock formation for what
> looks to be 600 or 700 ft at about 325 deg?  73 KAZ*
> 
> 
> On Mon, May 8, 2017 at 1:13 PM, Les Rayburn <les@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> 
>> 
>> My primary interest in AM DXing is the reception of domestic stations from
>> the Western states. Unfortunately, I live on a small lot in a
>> deed-restricted neighborhood. Our HOA does not allow for the installation
>> of outdoor antennas, but Iâve managed to âhideâ a few behind our eight foot
>> tall privacy fence.
>> 
>> Our house sits at the end of the street, with a wetlands area directly
>> next to our lot. It is federally protected, and cannot be developed. This
>> expanse runs for about 1,200 feet and is about 200 feet wide.
>> Unfortunately, it runs almost due N/S.
>> 
>> Iâve thought hiding a BOG antenna in that area, which would help with
>> domestic loggings from those directions, but do nothing to feed my primary
>> interest.
>> 
>> Iâm well equipped to try a number of options, including two Wellbook ALA
>> 1530âs, a Wellbrook Flag antenna (not currently installed), and a Clifton
>> Labs Active Whip (not currently installed).
>> 
>> EMI noise is a major factor, but careful antenna siting minimizes it.
>> 
>> Any suggestions about the best configuration of the gear to maximize my
>> reception to the West?
>> 
>> 
>> 73,
>> 
>> Les Rayburn, N1LF
>> 121 Mayfair Park
>> Maylene, AL
>> EM63nf
>> 
>> Member WTFDA, IRCA, NRC. Former CPC Chairman for NRC & IRCA.
>> 
>> Elad FDM-S2 SDR, AirSpy SDR2, Quantum Phaser, Wellbrook ALA1530 Loop,
>> Wellbrook Flag, Clifton Labs Active Whip.
>> 
>> 
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