[K3CAL] SITEREP CALVERT MARINE MUSEUM

[jmccall0001 at comcast.net]

We need all the publicity we can get and ther museum would be mutually benefic ial.  Sonds like a great phto op for QST = 450 y r old lighthouse as a transmission site? 

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From: "David Hardy" <davehardy0101 at aol.com> 
To: k3cal at mailman.qth.net 
Sent: Tuesday, April 23, 2013 6:15:49 PM 
Subject: [K3CAL] SITEREP  CALVERT MARINE MUSEUM 


My personal thoughts from the meeting with the director of Calvert Marine Museum at 1100 on 23APR2013.  Peter Holt, K3SXB and myself, David Hardy KB3RAN did a site visit and discussed areas that CARA may use on 22-23JUN2013 for Field Day activities.  There seemed to be no problem for us to use one of their areas at no charge, though a donation to the Museum is always welcomed. The director was pointing out the flagpole and lighthouse as possible antenna locations. 
  
1. Small pavilion area:  
Pros: near roadway, good auto traffic presence 
        off the main walkways 
        fair size for antenna field 
        generators should not be a problem 
  
Cons:  Away from area of most public exposure 
        Somewhat far from restroom 
        Somewhat far from hard shelter for storms 
  
2. Tent area near dock 
Pros:  Very near lots of foot traffic 
        Very visible 
        Lots of opportunities for interaction with public 
        Interesting area for antennas:  flagpole, Drum Point Lighthouse 
        Near restroom and hard shelter for storms 
        Generator should not be a problem 
        Good parking 
  
Cons:  Smaller footprint for activities 
        Will need some barriers for protection of public from voltages. 

  
3. Large stage pavilion 
Pros: Large covered area 
        Great visibility 
        Near lots of foot traffic 
        Elevated platform with access control     
        Good parking 
        Fair antenna area; still near flagpole 
        Good generator area 
        Close to restroom and hard shelter 
  
Cons:  Might need traffic protector for coax across driveway 
        Elevated about 5 foot from parking lot, does have handicap ramp. 
  
Personally, I like the Large pavilion due to its central location right on the parking lot and near the dock and museum proper.  With the raised area, we would be visible but not as accessible for unattended kids to get into a hot antenna or trip on a cable.  But still accessible enough for inviting folks into our work areas. 
  
The small pavilion is, in my estimation, too far from the center of activities at CMM.  The tent area is too close to lots of foot traffic and could be harder to control for safety reasons. 
  
All of the areas have wooden picnic tables in abundance for setting up radio stations.  All are shaded.  There are restaurants and fast food nearby along with marine and hardware stores for last minute needs.  Some within walking distance, others a short drive. 
  
For more info about the Calvert Marine Museum go to:    http://www.calvertmarinemuseum.com/exhibits/ 
         

David Hardy 
davehardy0101 at aol.com 


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