Well-known Polish vkv dispatcher, Przemek "Mek" SP7VC, will be for a week from tomorrow QRV from the Lofoten Islands (EU-076, square JP67). It will work on KV in bands 80, 40 and 20m with dipole antennas and 700W power, especially on 144355.0 FSK441 random with 9el.yagi and 1kW. QSL on the home page.
Stations that will be active during the Perseid meteor shower, there is of course more. Watch Make More Miles on VHF. We expect the Perseid maximum on August 12, 2008.
Lofoten Islands
The Lofoten Islands, located in northern Norway beyond the Arctic Circle, are among the most picturesque places in Scandinavia. This archipelago stretches approximately 170 kilometers into the Norwegian Sea, creating a dramatic panorama of steep peaks, deep fjords and picturesque fishing villages.
Despite its location in the subarctic zone, Lofoten has a relatively mild climate thanks to the warm Gulf Stream. Average winter temperatures hover around zero, which is remarkable for an area located at the same latitude as Greenland or Siberia. This climatic exception enabled the development of the fishing industry over the centuries.
Fishing, especially cod, has been a traditional occupation of local residents since the Viking era. Typical red wooden houses called rorbu, originally serving as fishermen's dwellings, have today been transformed into popular tourist accommodation. Dried cod - stockfish - remains one of the main export products of the region.
The natural beauty of Lofoten attracts photographers and tourists from all over the world. In summer, you can experience an aurora day when the sun does not set, while the winter months offer ideal conditions for viewing the northern lights. Sharp mountains, turquoise bays and contrasting red fishing houses create unforgettable scenery.
For radio amateurs, Lofoten is an interesting location with the prefix LA. Their northern location and specific radio wave propagation in polar regions attract DX hunters and expeditions. A connection with this Arctic pearl is a valuable addition to the station diary for many operators.