The Hampden County Radio Association is holding a Potluck/operating event at South Sugarloaf Mountain on Sunday, September 19, 2021 from 10:30 AM until 2:30 PM.
“All members and friends of the Franklin County ARC and Hampden County Radio Association are welcome. Bring your spouse. It’s a fun place for kids too. Dogs are permitted on leash,” writes Larry Krainson, W1AST, HCRA President.
“Bring your [foxhunting] gear to Sunday’s Picnic & Radios. I plan on hiding a foxbox on the mountain somewhere. Foxbox 2 will be on 147.550 with a PL of 151.3. Pressing #1 on your keypad for a moment will activate the foxbox. Take a picture of the foxbox or one with you in it and find me (W1AST) and show me.”
Parking on the summit is limited. If you need a ride up, call on 146.52. RSVP to: <bc@councilman.com>.
“Please consider bringing something for the potluck. We’ll be cooking burgers and hotdogs; bacon for the cheeseburgers while it lasts. Also, please bring your favorite beverage (no alcohol). Plenty of ice available,” Larry adds.
At 652′, South Sugarloaf Mountain is one of the most accessible and popular scenic outlooks in the region. SOTA enthusiasts might want to activate nearby Pocumtuck Rock. <https://sotl.as/summits/W1/MB
Additional information about Mt Sugarloaf State Reservation can be found at: <https://www.mass.gov/location