Hi Bob,

Thanks to you and the other operators of HQ stations for helping to make BERU a premier CW contest.

I no longer have separate antennas for each band, simply a 30 foot tall vertical. As shown in the attached photo, the antenna coupler is located at the foot of the antenna.. So I need to put on my hat, coat and boots to go outdoors in the snow each time I change bands. It can be rather invigorating at 5 AM local time to trudge outdoors in minus 15 C weather!

One of the highlights this year was to work Kevin, VK6LW, and Andy, 5Z4VJ, within a few minutes of each other at about 1850 Z. Kevin was probably coming in long-path.

Having been licensed 68 years now I look forward to BERU in 2022.- all being well.

Wishing you good health and more .sunspots.

Alan VE3HX