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About being Rover in ARRL JUNE VHF -- in NM
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... and to some degree, the July CQ WW VHF, too.
The ARRL JUNE VHF is just 4 weeks away. I've seen nothing (yet) from the ARRL v-a-v "special conditions" governing the contest with regards to the COVID-19 pandemic. Tho', I see other, past contests had eliminated the Multi-Op category. But, I could see the Rover category being dropped if various states have restrictions on travel -- thus putting many Rovers at a disadvantage. Of course, I have NO plans involving direct human contact while rovering. At most I may confront a DIY gas pump. HI!HI! As for my plans, this year I wanted to drop down into N.M. (if you'll have me - HI!HI!) and start on Capulin Volcano on Saturday in DM86. After that I would work my way north on various blue (and brown) roads into Colorado for DM87 and DM88. The Capulin Volcano conditions look "sort of OK": https://www.nps.gov/cavo/planyourvisit/conditions.htm but the wording is perplexing. In one place it states "The Volcano Road is closed to RVs, buses, attached trailers or any other vehicles over 26 feet long while the road has the one-lane section." And, in another place it says, "The Capulin Volcano Visitor Center, Volcano Road, and Park Store will be closed until further notice." So, I'm unsure if one can drive a vehicle to the upper parking lot. To, I'm unsure what New Mexico restrictions and regulations might be in effect for travelers -- either now, or in the next 28 days. Would some kindly NM op pass along a nm.gov website URL that contains state-wide COVID-19 restrictions? Thank you! It is VERY MUCH out of the ordinary for me to be planning something like this so far in advance. These are, indeed, unusual times. Wash your hands after handling this email. 73 Jonesy -- Marvin L Jones | W3DHJ | W3DHJ | https://W3DHJ.net/ Pueblo, Colorado | @ | Jonesy | __ linux FreeBSD 38.238N 104.547W | jonz.net | DM78rf | 73 SK |
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James Duffey
Jonesy - Here is the web page with the current, as of May 15 NM COVID-19 related information:
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These regulations are in effect until May 31, so, they will change before the contest. Pertinent to your visit: Non-essential travel is still banned. Everyone must wear a mask in public. Check with Capulin about potential restrictions there, but I think at present all National Parks and Monuments are closed. - Duffey James Duffey KK6MC Cedar Crest NM On May 15, 2020, at 13:03, Jonesy W3DHJ via groups.io <mailserver@...> wrote:
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On Fri, 15 May 2020, James Duffey wrote:
Jonesy - Here is the web page with the current, as of May 15 NMSeems to be a couple'o statements at odds: "Crucially, much of the previous order will remain intact, particularly the directive to stay at home except for outings essential to work, health, safety and welfare." -and- "Additional state parks and certain outdoor recreation guides can operate with CSPs (COVID-Safe Practices)." Everyone must wear a mask in public.Rovers avoid the public. HI!HI! But, I have my mask, and Purell! Check with Capulin about potential restrictions there, but I think atMaybe not; from the Capulin Volcano website: "Following guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and state and local public health authorities, we are increasing access and services in a phased approach across all units of the National Park System. Before visiting a park, please check the park website to determine its operating status." So, yes, I'll check with them before heading out. One "benefit" of COVID-19 is that National Park entries are free for now -- but, there are very little or no services for the public. Thanks for the URL, Duffey! I'll keep checking it up to ARRL JUN VHF. 73 Jonesy |
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On Fri, 15 May 2020, Jonesy W3DHJ via groups.io wrote:
... and to some degree, the July CQ WW VHF, too.OBTW, I forgot to point out some Good Press that New Mexico received recently: nytimes.com/2020/05/01/opinion/new-mexico-coronavirus-curve.html 73 Jonesy |
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Bill
Jonesy, Sure, we'll have you! Good luck in June. 73 Bill W7QQ ... and to some degree, the July CQ WW VHF, too. |
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Keith Morehouse
If one is over 62, a one-time fee of $80 (think that's what it is now) will get you a lifetime free pass for you and everyone in your vehicle to any National Park, Forest or Monument where entry fees are charged, as well as a discount on camping & services in said area. They raised the fee 4X a few years ago, but it's still a good deal if you frequent such places. Personally, as far as 'nature' goes, my opinion is if you have to pay to see it, it probably isn't worth it...(but, I do have a pass). -W9RM Keith J Morehouse Managing Partner Calmesa Partners G.P. Olathe, CO
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James Duffey
More than 4x. When I got mine, it cost $10. I was going to enter the Petrified Forest National Park during a 7th Call Area and the ranger said that instead of paying the park entry fee of $15, I could buy the pass for $10. I did and have not regretted it. It is a good deal, but not the one it used to be. Ginger has one too, she got it a bit before I did.
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James Duffey KK6MC Cedar Crest NM On May 16, 2020, at 07:56, Keith Morehouse <w9rm@...> wrote:
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