| For the first time in recorded history (as near as I can tell) a five-transmitter
hunt occurred inside North Carolina's borders. Henry Anderson III Park
in Carrboro was the venue for this historic event. It turned out that there
were, in fact, 2.5 transmitters for each hunt participant! But what this
hunt lacked in attendance, was made up for by enthusiasm, and impressive
transmitter hunting performances.
In some respects, the format for this hunt was like a miniature international-style
hunt. The main differences being the smaller hunt area, shorter transmissions
(30 seconds each instead of 60), and the presence of numerous April-fools
transmitters near some of the real transmitters.
Because it was a learning opportunity for everyone involved, and because
it was such a beautiful day to spend in the park, the 90-minute time limit
was dispensed with. Hunters found the transmitters at their leisure.
Two of the transmitters were located within 100 feet of the starting
point. But determining which of the dozen suspicious boxes and bags contained
the real transmitters was no easy task. The remaining three transmitters
were located in separate wooded areas within the park, between 100 and
300 yards from the starting point. The red circles on this map
show the positions of the transmitters. |
* Christopher is new to ham radio, is planning to take his technician
license exam this month, and was participating in his first foxhunt. Congratulations
Christopher!
This hunt was a warm up for the big event on April 16 at Umstead State
Park. The five-transmitter record set at this hunt will be shattered at
Umstead by the addition of a sixth transmitter.
Thanks to everyone who participated. Special thanks to Fred Decker
for bringing along a fascinating collection of transmitter hunting tools. |
