On Saturday, 26 June 2009 we will complete the set-up phase
Set-up Phase - 26 June – 0900 – Set-up crew arrives at the clubhouse.
• Off-load any set-up related equipment (e.g., coax, tables, fans, power cords, radios, power supplies, etc.).
• Following a review of the Field Day plan and our progress, the Set-up crew will complete any unfinished tasks from Friday.
• Safety continues to be a primary factor.
• Apply sun screen
• Drink plenty of fluids
• Take breaks
• Be aware
Estimated time required for this task: One hour if necessary.
• Saturday’s set-up tasks include:
• Set up our visitor’s center shelter and designate VIP Parking;
• Set up tables and chairs in each shelter;
• Place two generators to support the operation (one for the Phone/ Digital stations and one for CW stations);
• Place power cords from the generators to the shelters;
• Place fans (2-3) and power strips (one per table) in each shelter;
• Place lights in each shelter;
• Place working aids at each station;
• Deliver a visitor sign-in log and handouts at the visitor’s station;
• Set up radio stations (radios, power supplies and laptops);
• Lay out the cables for the LAN;
• Place 2-3 large, heavy-duty trash bags at each shelter.
• Place a First Aid kit at the one Phone shelter and the CW shelter with a prominent sign.
• Establish a fuel storage area for each generator with appropriate warning sign.
• Place a fire extinguisher near each generator with a prominent sign.
• Establish a break area inside the clubhouse
• Arrange tables and chairs in the clubhouse for meals.
• Set up cots in the clubhouse for naps as required
• Prepare coffee and hot water for tea and hot chocolate
• Place signs at strategic locations on the local highways. Locations TBD.
Estimated time required for this task: 2-3 hours.
26 June – Noon – Upon completion of the set-up phase…
• Conduct power, radio and LAN tests;
• Fix any problems.
• Have lunch.
• Rest
Estimated time required for this task: 2 hours.
Operating Phase
26 June – Field Day Operations
2:00pm – Begin operating ten radio stations and continue operating until 2:00pm on Sunday.
4:00pm – Meal preparation (Dinner) begins
6:00pm-7:00pm - Dinner is served. Participants eat in shifts?
TBD – Re-fuel generators as required