Winter Field Day 2025 Prep: My Portable Ham Radio and Camping Setup!

Join me as I prepare for Winter Field Day 2025 with my portable ham radio setup and camping gear!

Winter Field Day is an exciting annual event where amateur radio operators test their skills in challenging winter conditions. In this video, I’ll walk you through how I’m getting ready to camp at Rathtrevor Provincial Park while operating my portable HF radio pack.

Here’s what you’ll see:

My portable HF Go-Kit, featuring the FX4CR radio, SOTABeams 23ft mast, and VE7LSE 6-band inverted-V dipole.
Camping essentials like my propane heater, propane stove, and oven to stay warm and well-fed.
How I’m preparing for the rainy weather, with temperatures ranging from 7°C to 2°C.
Tips for staying comfortable, organizing gear, and setting up camp for a successful Winter Field Day activation.
Whether you're a seasoned ham radio operator or new to portable operations, this video will give you ideas for your own Winter Field Day setup or outdoor amateur radio adventures.


Let’s connect!
Have you ever participated in Winter Field Day? What’s your setup like? Drop a comment below and let me know your favorite tips for operating in cold or rainy weather!

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