Had a chance for first time in 7 months to visit the island and drove by the 2 shortwave stations that are here. KTWR and AWR which are usually within a few miles of where my ship docks and also where I do my radio ops or listening. KTWR hasnt changed neither has AWR at least on the outside. Haven't met anyone from either station but plan to do so some time soon. I took my radio gear out for a short try to work some dx but being a QRP radio I could hear but the pile ups on those heard left me in the dark. Alot of Maritime mobiles being heard on 14300 but again my transmit of 5 watts was small.
About 4 months ago I got a Yaesu FT817nd and 15m end fed antenna but the more I think I should have broken down and gotten a monopole or something with more kick. Might try a different radio in the future and one with more power.
73 and remember Ham and shortwave is a fun and non tiring hobby there is always something to hear and even if it dont work the first time keep on trying
