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| Scout Frequencies for JOTA |
| band | phone (MHz) | cw (MHz) |
| 80m | 3.740 & 3.940 | 3.590 |
| 40m | 7.270** | 7.030 |
| 20m | 14.290 | 14.070 |
| 17m | 18.140 | 18.080 |
| 15m | 21.360 | 21.140 |
| 12m | 24.960 | 24.910 |
| 10m | 28.390* | 28.190 |
*Since radio conditions on this band appear to be improving, the World Scout Bureau had many suggestions to change the 10-meter band to a more active part of the band.
**The World Scout Bureau lists the traditional JOTA 40-meter frequency as 7.290. This frequency is also published in the "Considerate Operator's Frequency Guide" as the AM calling frequency. After discussing this conflict with ham/scouters, Ray Moyer, WD8JKV, (National JOTA organizer), and ARRL, we suggest using 7.270 as the US JOTA frequency.
| JOTA Possibilities |
We have received a few comments referring to the possibility of using more SSTV during JOTA. Wouldn't it be great to send a picture of your girl and boy scouts to the troop they are talking with? These pictures would be a great addition to a scout scrapbook.
Demonstrate a simple 2-meter HT and mobile rig. It is much easier for scouts to see themselves owning this type of radio as opposed the "top of the line" radios. Remember to show both the scouts and leaders how ham radio will compliment the scout program. With a little guidance, a girl or Boy Scout leader will be able to work ham radio into several badges such as electricity, communications, and, of course, radio.
This is also an opportunity to discuss the value of a 2meter HT while on a hike or field trip. I know from passed experience that scouts want to go at their own pace especially on a hike. With a few licensed ham/scouts in the group everyone will be able to keep in contact.
JOTA Exhibit Kits are now available! Each kit will contain the ARRL Scout handbook, 100 Boy or Girl Scout brochures. It will also include a Ham Radio poster, and a list of suggested activities. In the past we have had requests for building small projects. This year we are also including directions for several of these projects. The cost of shipping and handling will be $7.25. You must specify that you want a "JOTA" exhibit kit. 1/2 kits are available for $4.25. (total of 50 brochures, project and activity sheets, 1 poster and an ARRL Scout handbook) You can now order online at https://www.arrl.org/forms/ead/recruit/orderform.html or send a check to the ARRL, Field & Educational Services, 225 Main St., Newington, CT 06111, or you can call Jean at 860-594-0219 or Margie at 860-594-0267 with a credit card number. Please order early to avoid the rush.
Don't forget to complete the JOTA Survey at http://www.arrl.org/ead/jotalog/
You will also find a good deal of information on the web page at http://www.arrl.org/ead/#scout