[Spooks] New to number stations..a little help needed

[Will Griffin]

All,

I am new to swl and to number stations. Like most subscibed to this list I'm have a desire to understand the mysteries of today. I need a little help to jumpstart my experience. I have done tons of reading on the topic and I still have trouble getting these stations. I am using sangean ats 909 radio to listen. I plan on making a random wire antenna for better reception. Is it possible to hear these stations just using the radio's antenna? I'm located in Savannah, Ga for my location.

Second, what is the best source for times and frequencies for rx these stations. I just tried to listen to VO2 at 2000 utc on 7887. I got nothing. This is by far the hardest part so far.

Thanks for any help and I look forward to your suggestions.

Thanks,
W