I was first licensed in 1991as KD4HDW. My mentors are "world class" hams KR4GZ; W4SLT, WA5KSC; W4STR; and others. One can never have enough Elmers.

I am currently running a Yaesu FT-857 into a Carolina Windom that is up 30 feet, and two small beam antennas for 6 and 10 meters.The beams are by M2 and Hy-Gain. I am extremely pleased with both of them.

I am enjoying working JT65hf. To date, I have 16 confirmed states, and several nice DX contacts. This is a low power mode, and is easy and fun to use. I highly recommend it.

I have a Yaesu FT-890 that I use for JT65, RTTY and PSK31. It is a great little rig. The TigerTronics SignaLink works great with both units.

I am proud to have my DXCC (mixed) and WAS in CW, Voice and Digital. I also have confirmation of WAS exclusively on the 10 meter band. I presenlty have 141DX stations confirmed, although I have been somewhat inactive during the past three years. I have been fortunate to earn division awards in several ARRL contests.

I am in the process of installing a solar powered system on my outside building. This will provide opportunities to work low power via an alternative energy source.

I am an active member of the Keowee-Toxaway ARC. I enjoy checking into the SC SSB net, and working a few contest.

I also enjoy Field Day, although I am not as young as I used to be. Staying up for 24+ hours gets more difficult each year.