Licenced since 1991 with the first of the Novice class A License. The same year passed the RAE and acquired the the full class A license. Ex RAF, now 67 yrs of age, retired and enjoying operating, mainly CW, but also enjoy nets including the International Short Wave League Nets, RAOTA Nets, Peninsula Net and there are many more I enjoy listening in to. I also operate some Digimodes including PSK 31, WSPR and associated programs. DX are a rarity for me, but pleased to get one when I do, normally via CW. I also take an interest in SOTA. I am a member of our resurrected Radio Club, now with the title Forest of Dean Amateur Radio Group or FODARG, Web Address: http://www.fodarg.com My other interests include keeping my website up together, Meteorological interests, walking and trying to keep fit, I am also Vegan in my eating habits.

My Radio equipment consists of a TS 450 Kenwood which I've had since new and a new addition to the fold, an FT-897 Yaesu for hopefully some portable work.  My morse keys consist of a Samson Key with an MFJ Electronic Keyer  for the ts-450, a Palm Key miniature paddle for the ft 897 and a couple of old navy straight keys, together with a single paddle vibroplex.