From Paul, KM4PT
The last full weekend in January (25 & 26) is Winter Field Day.
When is it?
The event officially begins at 1600 UDT (10 am) Central time on Saturday, January 25th, 2025.
It runs for 30 hours, ending at 21:59 UDT (3:59 pm) on Sunday, January 26th, 2025.
Where is it?
WCARES will operate CW/SSB and Digital stations at Brightstone, 4184 Columbia Pike, Franklin, TN.
All Modes/ Six Bands may be operated at your own designated location or QTH.
We have the opportunity to both operate in a group setting and individually at any one or multiple locations listed in the WFD 2025 Rules (See guide below). We will participate fully in Winter Field Day as individuals and a group while working together for an aggregate score AND by staying in touch (virtually) throughout the weekend.
Where do I sign signup to work a station:
Please sign-up for a three hour shift at the following links:
WFD 2025 CW
WFD 2025 SSB
WFD 2025 DIGITAL
Winlink (Note you will need to be able to accept and reply to Winlink messages)
SET-UP/TEARDOWN
Setup:
You can begin setup 24 hours before the event. You are allowed a total of 12 hours of setup time.
Introduction
Detailed Guide for WCARES Participants:
Paul Tampien KM4PT “Winter Field Day Coordinator” has written a detailed document for setup and participating as a team regardless or where you are located. Click here for the document
You can also go online to winterfieldday.org and pull up the regulations.