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Brandberg Repeater25 October 2024
A new repeater was installed on the Brandberg on 18 October 2024 thanks to Derek Moore (V51DM).
The Brandberg's peak is the highest in Namibia standing at 2,573 m (8,442 ft) above sea level. The highest point is called Königstein (German for 'King's Stone'). With no direct roads up the massive Brandberg, a helicopter was essential. Derek managed to secure an Airbus H125 (Squirrel) to get the job done, showcasing the awesome effort and creativity of the HAM radio community. 
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It is hard to miss the Brandberg due to its size seen here through the cockpit window.
Derek was assisted by Team Golden.
After safe arrival at the site the team started installing the antennas and radios. Could it be that Golden was the higest human being in Namibia without the use of an aeroplane?
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After a tough day, it was time to test the repeater. This included the traditional "wors-braai" and enjoying the view.
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Then came the time to walk back to the helicopter. The flight back to Uis was fun and the team landed safely in Uis.
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Thank you Derek and team for your effort.
Outjo Repeater
08 April 2024
The year 2024 kicked off with the installation of the Outjo Repeater on January 13th. Outjo is located 60 km from Otjiwarongo and a gateway town to the Etosha National Park. The Anderson gate is ony 99km north of Outjo.
A small team of Namibian and German radio amateurs drove to the site from the designated meeting spot in Otjiwarongo.
A small team of Namibian and German radio amateurs drove to the site from the designated meeting spot in Otjiwarongo.
The team consisted of the following people above:
From the back, left to right: Sigi, Martin (V51ZU), Olaf (V51OB), Robert (V51RS), Karsten (V5\DK1SW), Susanne.
In front is: Silvia (V51YL)
Behind the camera: Claudia
From the back, left to right: Sigi, Martin (V51ZU), Olaf (V51OB), Robert (V51RS), Karsten (V5\DK1SW), Susanne.
In front is: Silvia (V51YL)
Behind the camera: Claudia
The initial preparations was done in the shadows of a tree as the African sun was slowly making its way overhead. Good hydration is essential in these conditions.
Olaf (V51OB) and Robert (V51RS)
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Robert (V51RS), Karsten (V5\DK1SW), Martin (V51ZU), Olaf (V51OB).
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Leaving the shadows behind, it was time to install the repeater system on the mast.
Robert (V51RS), Olaf (V51OB), Karsten (V5\DK1SW) and Martin (V51ZU).
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Olaf (V51OB) and Robert (V51RS)
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How many amateurs does it take to install a repeater?
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Silvia (V51YL)
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Robert (V51RS). Hope there is no Lions or Elephants hiding in the bushes?
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After successful installation it was time to test the repeater. Seen here is Olaf (V51OB) speaking to Angela (V51SA) in Windhoek and Derek (V51DM) via Echolink from Cape Town.
With testing completed, the team departed for Ongava. Ongava is located next to the Anderson Gate, outside of the Etosha National Park.
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The team arrived safely in Ongava after dusk and were greeted by this group of enthusiasts.
2023 NARL AGM
25 September 2023
The annual NARL AGM meeting was held on 23 September 2023.
Thank you very much to Sat-Com for providing the venue and Internet acess. Also thank you to all who helped making the AGM possible.
Thank you very much to Sat-Com for providing the venue and Internet acess. Also thank you to all who helped making the AGM possible.
Walvis Bay RAE Exam Center
09 March 2023
The Radio Amateur's Exam (RAE) can now also be written in Walvis Bay. Please contact Heinrich (V51HZ) or Werner (V51JP) for more details.
Field Day IARU Region 1 - 2022
14 November 2022
The Namibian radio amateurs once again took part in the IARU R1 Field Day (3th & 4th September 2022) in Windhoek.
The venue for the event was on the plot of Robert Schenk (V51RS) where the antennas were set up. Power was supplied by a petrol-powered generator. The radio and the amplifier were made available by the company, Sat-Com. This year the callsign V55V was chosen. Many hams will remember this callsign being used from the farm of Martin (V51W) and was last activated in 2014.
The venue for the event was on the plot of Robert Schenk (V51RS) where the antennas were set up. Power was supplied by a petrol-powered generator. The radio and the amplifier were made available by the company, Sat-Com. This year the callsign V55V was chosen. Many hams will remember this callsign being used from the farm of Martin (V51W) and was last activated in 2014.
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Field Day IARU Region 1 - 2021
20 October 2021
The Namibian radio amateurs took part in the IARU R1 Field Day (4th & 5th September 2021) in Windhoek.
The venue for the event was on the plot of Robert Schenk (V51RS) where the antennas were set up. Power was supplied by a petrol-powered generator. The radio and the amplifier were made available by the company, Sat-Com. Testing of the radios was completed the Friday before Field Day.
The venue for the event was on the plot of Robert Schenk (V51RS) where the antennas were set up. Power was supplied by a petrol-powered generator. The radio and the amplifier were made available by the company, Sat-Com. Testing of the radios was completed the Friday before Field Day.
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With the callsign V51NAM, the club callsign of the NARL, we started punctually on Saturday. Saturday turned out to be extremely difficult, as a strong wind started blowing at the start of radio operations, which only subsided towards the evening. A lot of sand was blown up by the wind, which in turn regularly brought the computer keyboard to a standstill. So the keyboard had to be thoroughly de-sanded from time to time before it could continue to operate.
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When the wind finally subsided, the "braai" (BBQ) could begin. While the friends of the Namibian Amateur Radio League and the radio amateurs devoted themselves to the more relaxed part of the evening, radio operations continued uninterrupted. The young radio operators who enjoyed the contest were also given the opportunity to assert themselves at the station. To some hardcore contesters, this led to a bit of resentment, but it was important to us that everyone who dared got the chance to use the microphone.
After a hearty breakfast on Sunday, the last contacts were logged in. The Field Day ended with 444 contacts all over the world.
V51NAM obtained 10th place in the world for the category and 1st place in Africa.
After a hearty breakfast on Sunday, the last contacts were logged in. The Field Day ended with 444 contacts all over the world.
V51NAM obtained 10th place in the world for the category and 1st place in Africa.
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