[ILQSO] Operating guidelines?

[dmcvin2447-contest at yahoo.com]

I will be both SSB and CW capable.  I'm also looking for suggestions on mode/band operating/planning.  I want to try to make my portable op in JODA count for as many plays as possible.
 
I'm also wondering if I really need 80m capability?  I'm still trying to figure out the best wire antenna for my QTH situation.  Will try to throw a PDF of my ideas on my website soon.  Not sure if to go with a premade or try to make one.
 
Hank,
CDT sound right.  I always get confused on the terminology.  Should be UTC - 5hours.
 
73, Wayne / AA9DY
2006 ILQP - JODA

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Finally, I gather we will be on Central Daylight Time on October 22?

Help for a newbie will be very much appreciated.

73 de n8xx Hg (N9Q, CHAM/DOUG/EDGR/VERM during ILQP)