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4X2DS Dead Sea DXpedition featuring Amir – 4X6TT

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*Calling All DX’ers!*
Join us for a groundbreaking event this month as we will transmit from the Dead Sea, 440 meters below sea level!
*Event Highlights:*
– *Unique Location:* Broadcast from the mystical Dead Sea in Israel.
– *All Major HF Bands Active:* Tune in on your favorite HF band.
– *Connect Globally:* Make contacts from this record-breaking altitude.
– *Special Certificate:* Earn a one-of-a-kind certificate for 3+ contacts.
*Dates:* May 30 – June 3, 2024
Mark your calendars and be part of this historic event!
*73, Shalom, and see you BSL (Below Sea Level)!*
*4X2DS TEAM*
please check out our QRZ Page for more info.
 
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The big DXPedition FT8 money grab, or not?

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The new trend in big DXpeditions? Maybe so. With an average of $5 cost to get your QSO’s confirmed on LOTW, then pay ARRL for the awards? I don’t thing so, as running and funding a large DXpedition is by no means cheap. As for me, I’ll gladly pay $5 to get my confirmations. Yes, the DXpeditions get donations to carry out the these adventures, but you’d be hard pressed to call the DXpeditions lucurative. But, who am I to say? You be the judge. Read on.

The Big FT8 Money Grab