[aprssig] wilderness protocol cq

[Richard Amirault]

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Jack Swift


> if you are in my area and call "CQ" on 146.52 or one of the 3 ham
> repeaters i monitor or our ares simplex frequency (which you wouldn't
> know, but i do monitor it) -- I WON"T ANSWER YOU!
> but why would i intentionally ignore such a nice fellow as you?
> because i don't use the radio for idle chat. if you like chatting with
> people you don't know, that's fine, but don't expect everyone to have
> your preferences.

> on the other hand, if you say you need help (directions, tow truck,
> law, fire, medical, phone home), i'll certainly answer you - that's
> why i monitor...

I second that. Whether it is on a repeater or on simplex ... just because 
you put your call out .. does not mean that everyone who is listening will 
answer you. Some ham's don't grasp this concept ... so ... if you need help 
... SAY you need help.

Richard Amirault
Boston, MA, USA
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