Checkpoint Information
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Introduction ...... 2 START ...... 3 Primary Voice...... 3 Simplex Voice...... 3 Packet ...... 3 ALPHA ...... 4 Primary Voice...... 4 Simplex Voice...... 4 Packet ...... 4 BRAVO ...... 5 CHARLIE...... 6 Primary Voice...... 6 Simplex Voice...... 6 Packet ...... 6 DELTA ...... 7 Primary Voice...... 7 Simplex Voice...... 7 Packet ...... 7 ECHO...... 8 Primary Voice...... 8 Simplex Voice...... 8 Packet ...... 8 FOXTROT...... 9 Primary Voice...... 9 Simplex Voice...... 9 Packet ...... 9 GOLF ...... 10 Primary Voice...... 10 Simplex Voice...... 10 Packet ...... 10 HOTEL...... 11 INDIA ...... 12 Primary Voice...... 12 Simplex Voice...... 12 Packet ...... 12 JULIET...... 13 Primary Voice...... 13 Simplex Voice...... 13 Packet ...... 13 KILO...... 14 Primary Voice...... 14 Simplex Voice...... 14 Packet ...... 14 LIMA...... 14 Primary Voice...... 15 Simplex Voice...... 15 Packet ...... 15 MIKE ...... 16 NOVEMBER...... 16 SPENCER...... 17 Primary Voice...... 17 Simplex Voice...... 17 Packet ...... 17 OSCAR ...... 18 PAPA ...... 18 QUEBEC...... 18 SIERRA...... 18 TANGO ...... 18 FINISH ...... 19 Primary Voice...... 19 Simplex Voice (to Closedown or Spencer if required) ...... 19 Packet ...... 19 CLOSE DOWN ...... 20 Primary Voice...... 21 Simplex Voice (to checkpoints or if required) ...... 21 Packet ...... 21
Introduction
These notes contain the details of each of the checkpoints to be manned by WICEN. Other checkpoints are included for information purposes. Each section includes information on; • How to get there • Equipment required • Radio channels to use In general, masts and some power are useful for simplex communications with adjacent checkpoints. The 2007 Hawkesbury Canoe Classic booklet will be provided to one operator at each checkpoint. This has, as well as information about the race, a map of the whole course.
HCC 2009 WICEN Checkpoint Information
START Governor Macquarie Reserve, Windsor UBD Map Ref 86 H6 Topo Map Ref Wilberforce 9030-I-N 977797
Proceed over the river bridge from Windsor and turn left into the park immediately after leaving the bridge. Our station will be located in an HCC tent.
Equipment required 70cm voice for Kurrajong repeater. 2m packet for Kurrajong digi (optional). Operations Checkpoint closes when all paddlers have departed and entry update messages sent. Radio Channels
Primary Voice Repeater Location Frequency Offset VK2RWK Kurrajong 439.825MHz -5MHz
Simplex Voice Band Primary Secondary Notes 2m 147.500MHz 147.475MHz Other freqs agreed by both CPs 70cm 438.800MHz 433.800MHz Other freqs agreed by both CPs
Packet Use Frequency Location / Access Pt Callsign Function APRS 145.200MHz Kurrajong VK2RWK UIDigi Non-APRS Non-APRS traffic to be direct, on mutually agreed frequency (not 145.200)
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ALPHA Cattai National Park UBD Map Ref 68 C3 Topo Map Ref Wilberforce 9030-I-N 034842
The dirt road goes through some private property and over some cattle grids before reaching the Park. Follow the road past a couple of buildings until you see the river. Proceed in the down river direction. The checkpoint is on the wharf to your left.
Equipment required 70cm voice for Kurrajong repeater. Operation This is the first checkpoint and shows a degree of infant mortality among the paddlers. There are usually a few withdrawals here. The site isn't near any facilities, including power, so take everything. Vehicles are parked above the wharf where the checkpoint is located. The checkpoint generally closes at about 8 pm. Radio Channels
Primary Voice Repeater Location Frequency Offset VK2RWK Kurrajong 439.825MHz -5MHz
Simplex Voice Band Primary Secondary Notes 2m 147.500MHz 147.475MHz Other freqs agreed by both CPs 70cm 438.800MHz 433.800MHz Other freqs agreed by both CPs
Packet Use Frequency Location / Access Pt Callsign Function APRS 145.200MHz Kurrajong VK2RWK-1 UIDigi Non-APRS Non-APRS traffic to be direct, on mutually agreed frequency (not 145.200)
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BRAVO Upper Cresent Reach UBD Map Ref Topo Map Ref Wilberforce 9030-I-N
Boat Checkpoint
This is not a WICEN checkpoint
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CHARLIE Pacific Park Waterski GardensSouth Maroota UBD Map Ref 51 A6 Topo Map Ref Wilberforce 9030-I-N 074903
Note new location for 2008! Pacific Park Drive (off Wiseman's Ferry Road), South Maroota. Turn- off is at UBD Ref 51 F5.
Equipment required 70cm into Kurrajong repeater. 2m simplex for Delta. 2m packet for MEX/APRS (optional) A mast is essentiall for simplex packet and voice comms with Delta. If packet can’t be used or doesn’t work, use voice simplex. Power maybe available, but just in case it isn't, cars can be parked right at the checkpoint. Take some lighting, 240V and / or gas, also own table and chair. Operation The checkpoint will close somewhere around 10pm to 11pm. Radio Channels
Primary Voice Repeater Location Frequency Offset VK2RWK Kurrajong 439.825MHz -5MHz
Simplex Voice Band Primary Secondary Notes 2m 147.500MHz 147.475MHz Other freqs agreed by both CPs 70cm 438.800MHz 433.800MHz Other freqs agreed by both CPs
Packet Use Frequency Location / Access Pt Callsign Function APRS 145.200MHz Kurrajong VK2RWK-1 UIDigi Non-APRS Non-APRS traffic to be direct, on mutually agreed frequency (not 145.200)
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DELTA Ski Club near Sackville Ferry UBD Map Ref 50 F4 Topo Map Ref Wilberforce 9030-I-N 023910 Travel along Cattai Rd from Windsor Rd. Turn left into Sackville Ferry Rd and travel to the Sackville Ferry. The entrance to the Ski Club is 100 m before Sackville Ferry, on last left bend in road. If approaching via Wisemans or Dural/Galston on Old Northern Road, turn into Wisemans Ferry Road (signposted to Old Pitt Town and Windsor), later turn right into Sackville Ferry Road. In the HCC handbook, Wisemans Ferry Road is shown as Cattai Road. “Ski Club Members” sign is very worn. Checkpoint is on beach behind buildings, slightly to left on entry. We generally set up near the buildings.
Equipment required 70cm into Kurrajong repeater. 2m simplex for Charlie and Echo. 2m packet for MEX/APRS (optional) A mast is essential for simplex packet and voice comms with Charlie and Echo. Delta has reliable 240V power, but BYO extension leads (20m min), power board, and lights. Also own table and chair. Operation This major checkpoint has poor road access and the race handbook suggests people use E instead. However, it can still get busy, since the beach here is much better. It is also quite a long stretch to E. Paddler cut-off time is 2300 and you can expect this checkpoint to close at about midnight. Radio Channels
Primary Voice Repeater Location Frequency Offset VK2RWK Kurrajong 439.825MHz -5MHz
Simplex Voice Band Primary Secondary Notes 2m 147.500MHz 147.475MHz Other freqs agreed by both CPs 70cm 438.800MHz 433.800MHz Other freqs agreed by both CPs
Packet Use Frequency Location / Access Pt Callsign Function APRS 145.200MHz Kurrajong VK2RWK-1 UIDigi Non-APRS Non-APRS traffic to be direct, on mutually agreed frequency (not 145.200)
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ECHO Boat Ramp, Western Side of River, Lower Portland UBD Map Ref ------Topo Map Ref Lower Portland 9031-II-S Leave Delta and turn right to the ferry. Cross the river on the ferry and proceed up Sackville Road for approximately 400 metres and turn right onto West Portland Road. Proceed for 5.69 kms then turn right onto Laws Farm Road. Laws Farm Road is sealed for the first 3.8 kms until it comes to Ski Lodge Road on the right. Do not turn onto Ski Lodge Road but proceed on the unsealed section of Laws Farm Road for 0.95 kms. Beware of potholes and narrow turns. When you have traveled the 0.95 kms on the unsealed portion yo u come to the entrance of “Johnstons Farm” on the right at 480 Laws Farm Road. Turn into this property and follow its track past the house then turning left towards the river along a fence line on the right. After about 150 metres you hang a left and follow the river past 3 or 4 caravans. Approximately 80 metres past these caravans is the grass boat ramp sloping, gently to the river. Equipment required 70cm into Kurrajong or Wiseman’s Ferry repeater. 2m simplex for Foxtrot and Delta. 2m packet for MEX/APRS (optional) 240V Power is available. Bring battery backup anyway. BYO extension leads (20m min), power board, and lights. Also own table and chair. Operation The paddlers' cutoff time for the checkpoint is midnight and should close between midnight and 1pm. Radio Channels
Primary Voice Repeater Location Frequency Offset VK2RWK Kurrajong 439.825MHz -5MHz VK2RAF Wisemans Ferry 439.925MHz -5MHz
Simplex Voice Band Primary Secondary Notes 2m 147.500MHz 147.475MHz Other freqs agreed by both CPs 70cm 438.800MHz 433.800MHz Other freqs agreed by both CPs
Packet Use Frequency Location / Access Pt Callsign Function APRS 145.200MHz Wiseman’s Ferry VK2WIM-1 UIDigi Non-APRS Non-APRS traffic to be direct, on mutually agreed frequency (not 145.200)
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FOXTROT Portland Country Club, near Lower Portland Ferry UBD Map Ref ------Topo Map Lower Portland 9031-II-S 043984 Ref On the beach in the Portland Country Club, which is near the Lower Portland ferry. You’ll see an SES unit set up for the event. The ferry is 4.5 km from checkpoint Echo, Dargle Ski Gardens and 22.7 km from Old Northern Rd, Wisemans Ferry.
Equipment required 70cm into Kurrajong or Wiseman’s Ferry repeater 70cm for local portable repeater & 2m simplex for Echo. 2m packet for MEX/APRS (optional) Simplex, 2m to Echo. A tall mast is essential with an antenna that has a reasonably wide vertical pattern (eg. 1/4 wave ground planes, folded dipoles and X200 low gain collinear) and a minimum of 25Watts. Do not use high gain collinears. A low power portable 70cm repeater will be located between F & G to provide better comms. Power is sometimes available but it will be wise to take your own power. BYO extension leads, power board, and lights. Also own table and chair. Operation Cutoff time at E is midnight, so the checkpoint should probably close at about 1 to 2 am. Radio Channels
Primary Voice Repeater Location Frequency Offset VK2RWK Kurrajong 439.825MHz -5MHz VK2RAF Wisemans Ferry 439.925MHz -5MHz
Simplex Voice Band Primary Secondary Notes 2m 147.500MHz 147.475MHz Other freqs agreed by both CPs
Local Voice Repeater Location Frequency Offset Lower Portland 439.900MHz -5MHz
Packet User Ch Frequency Location / Access Pt Callsign Function 2 144.775MHz Kurrajong VK2RWK Digi VK2RWK-1 PMS Version 1.01, 2009 Page 9 HCC 2009 WICEN Checkpoint Information
GOLF Boat Checkpoint, near Cliftonville UBD Map Ref ------Topo Map Ref Lower Portland 9031-II-S 069986 On the northern bank opposite Cliftonville. Exact location can be obtained from Garry Barker VK2BR on an as-needed basis. This is a combined WICEN & RVCP checkpoint.
Equipment required 70cm into Wiseman’s Ferry repeater. 70cm for local portable repeater & 2m simplex for India 2m packet for MEX/APRS (optional) A low power portable 70cm repeater will be located between F & G to provide better comms. You will need to provide your own power if there is none available on the boat. Check with the skipper. Operation Checkpoint close time should be between 2am and 3am. Radio Channels
Primary Voice Repeater Location Frequency Offset VK2RAF Wisemans Ferry 439.925MHz -5MHz
Simplex Voice Band Primary Secondary Notes 2m 147.500MHz 147.475MHz Other freqs agreed by both CPs
Local Voice Repeater Location Frequency Offset Lower Portland 439.900MHz -5MHz
Packet Use Frequency Location / Access Pt Callsign Function APRS 145.200MHz Wiseman’s Ferry VK2WIM-1 UIDigi Non-APRS Non-APRS traffic to be direct, on mutually agreed frequency (not 145.200)
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HOTEL Boat Checkpoint, near Leets Vale UBD Map Ref ------Topo Map Ref Lower Portland 9031-II-S 090992 On a boat near Leets Vale. This is not a WICEN checkpoint
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INDIA NSW Water Ski Association grounds, Wisemans Ferry UBD Map Ref 52 J12 Topo Map Ref Lower Portland 9031-II-S 116041 Turn left from Old Northern Rd into River Rd (at the Police station) and proceed 1.1km. Operations will be conducted in/near shelter at outstation.
Equipment required 70cm into Wiseman’s Ferry repeater 2m packet for MEX/APRS (optional) Spare radios for simplex links to Juliet if necessary. Mains power is available. Operation This is the last major checkpoint before the run of boat checkpoints. It also marks the midpoint of the paddle. The checkpoint has a paddlers' cutoff time of 5:30 am. It should close at about this time. Radio Channels
Primary Voice Repeater Location Frequency Offset VK2RAF Wisemans Ferry 439.925MHz -5MHz
Simplex Voice Band Primary Secondary Notes 2m 147.500MHz 147.475MHz Other freqs agreed by both CPs 70cm 438.800MHz 433.800MHz Other freqs agreed by both CPs
Packet Use Frequency Location / Access Pt Callsign Function APRS 145.200MHz Wiseman’s Ferry VK2WIM-1 UIDigi Non-APRS Non-APRS traffic to be direct, on mutually agreed frequency (not 145.200)
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JULIET Boat Checkpoint opposite Rosedale Ski Gardens UBD Map Ref ------Topo Map Ref Lower Portland 9031-II-S 139023 Rosedale is 2.3 km from Wisemans Ferry exit ramp (suggest coming this way) and 23.4 km from Spencer checkpoint. Discuss with the boat skipper where and when to meet you.
Equipment required 70cm into Wiseman’s Ferry repeater. 2m simplex for India and Kilo. 2m packet for MEX/APRS (optional) Check power availability with the boat skipper, or BYO just to be sure. Operation The checkpoint should close at about 7 to 8 am. Radio Channels
Primary Voice Repeater Location Frequency Offset VK2RAF Wisemans Ferry 439.925MHz -5MHz
Simplex Voice Band Primary Secondary Notes 2m 147.500MHz 147.475MHz Other freqs agreed by both CPs 70cm 438.800MHz 433.800MHz Other freqs agreed by both CPs
Packet Use Frequency Location / Access Pt Callsign Function APRS 145.200MHz Wiseman’s Ferry VK2WIM-1 UIDigi Non-APRS Non-APRS traffic to be direct, on mutually agreed frequency (not 145.200)
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KILO Gunderman, Private Property UBD Map Ref ------Topo Map Ref Gunderman 9131-3-S 173993 8.0 km from Wisemans Ferry exit ramp (suggest coming this way) and 17.7 km from Spencer checkpoint. A group of buildings in Gunderman, marked by a church near the road. Close any gates you open - it keeps the livestock in. The checkpoint is at the end of the airstrip. (Please do not drive on the airstrip, but rather beside it. Airstrip is reportedly operational again, should this be required for evacuation.)
Equipment required Main voice network access on 70cm into Wiseman’s Ferry repeater. Berowra 2m and 70cm repeaters can be used as a backup in the event of any issues on the path to Wisemans. 2m simplex for simplex to Lima 2m packet for MEX/APRS (optional) Berowra access will need a fair bit of power and/or antenna gain and mast. Bring your own power as there is none. Bring everything, which will allow for simplex as well. Operation This is the last land-based checkpoint before Spencer, a paddling distance of about 20 km (and a few hours for the slower paddlers). The checkpoint should close at about 8 to 9 am. Radio Channels
Primary Voice Repeater Location Frequency Offset VK2RAF Wisemans Ferry 439.925MHz -5MHz VK2RWS Berowra 147.175MHz +600kHz VK2RWS Berowra 438.275MHz -5.4MHz
Simplex Voice Band Primary Secondary Notes 2m 147.500MHz 147.475MHz Other freqs agreed by both CPs 70cm 438.800MHz 433.800MHz Other freqs agreed by both CPs
Packet Use Frequency Location / Access Pt Callsign Function APRS 145.200MHz Wiseman’s Ferry VK2WIM-1 UIDigi 145.200MHz Berowra VK2RWS-1 UIDigi Non-APRS Non-APRS traffic to be direct, on mutually agreed frequency (not 145.200)
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This is a combined WICEN & RVCP checkpoint
Equipment required 70cm or 2m into Berowra Repeater. 2m simplex for Kilo 2m packet for MEX/APRS (optional) Operation This is the last WICEN checkpoint before Spencer. Radio Channels
Primary Voice Repeater Location Frequency Offset VK2RWS Berowra 147.175MHz +600kHz VK2RWS Berowra 438.275MHz -5.4MHz
Simplex Voice Band Primary Secondary Notes 2m 147.500MHz 147.475MHz Other freqs agreed by both CPs 70cm 438.800MHz 433.800MHz Other freqs agreed by both CPs
Packet Use Frequency Location / Access Pt Callsign Function APRS 145.200MHz Berowra VK2RWS-1 UIDigi Non-APRS Non-APRS traffic to be direct, on mutually agreed frequency (not 145.200)
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MIKE Boat Checkpoint between Gunderman and Spencer UBD Map Ref ------Topo Map Ref Gunderman 9131-3-S This is not a WICEN checkpoint
NOVEMBER Boat Checkpoint between Gunderman and Spencer UBD Map Ref ------Topo Map Ref Gunderman 9131-3-S This is not a WICEN checkpoint
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SPENCER Spencer Caravan Park UBD Map Ref ------Topo Map Ref Gunderman 9131-3-S 294956 Caravan park in Spencer (just past Mangrove Creek).
This is the land checkpoint associated with Oscar (which is a boat checkpoint).
Equipment required Main voice network access on 2m or 70cm into the Berowra repeaters. 2m packet for MEX/APRS (optional) Berowra access will need a fair bit of power and/or antenna gain. A mast and yagi will be a great help. Operation Spencer is the last land-based checkpoint before the finish. Further, the water conditions are greatly different as they cross a more open waterway. Beams will be helpful to point up and down stream as well. Try simplex to K and Finish The checkpoint has a paddler cut-off time of 10 am. You can expect to close down sometime around then. Radio Channels
Primary Voice Repeater Location Frequency Offset VK2RWS Berowra 147.175MHz +600kHz VK2RWS Berowra 438.275MHz -5.4MHz
Simplex Voice Band Primary Secondary Notes 2m 147.500MHz 147.475MHz Other freqs agreed by both CPs 70cm 438.800MHz 433.800MHz Other freqs agreed by both CPs
Packet Use Frequency Location / Access Pt Callsign Function APRS 145.200MHz Berowra VK2RWS-1 UIDigi Non-APRS Non-APRS traffic to be direct, on mutually agreed frequency (not 145.200)
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OSCAR Boat Checkpoint near Spencer UBD Map Ref ------Topo Map Ref Gunderman 9131-3-S This is not a WICEN checkpoint
PAPA Boat Checkpoint Big Jims Point UBD Map Ref ------Topo Map Ref Gunderman 9131-3-S This is not a WICEN checkpoint
QUEBEC Boat Checkpoint near Bar Point UBD Map Ref ------Topo Map Ref Gunderman 9131-3-S This is not a WICEN checkpoint
NB There is no Checkpoint called Romeo, owing to RVCP radio procedure using this proword to mean “Roger”.
SIERRA Boat Checkpoint near Milson Island UBD Map Ref ------Topo Map Ref Gunderman 9131-3-S This is not a WICEN checkpoint
TANGO Boat Checkpoint near Milson Island UBD Map Ref ------Topo Map Ref Gunderman 9131-3-S This is not a WICEN checkpoint
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FINISH Deerubbun Reserve, Mooney Mooney UBD Map Ref 55 N5 Topo Map Ref Cowan 9130-4-N 835878 Adjacent to Hawkesbury River bridge, north side, upstream. As per the instructions in the race booklet map.
Equipment required 2m or 70cm into Berowra repeaters 2m packet for Berowra digi (optional) 2m packet tracker for APRS (radio, GPS and tracker to be provided by VK2XGK) For 70cm voice it is suggested that you have 2 radios and 2 antennas for voice to allow optimisation of one antenna for transmit and the other for receive. The masts can be portable stands of 8-12 feet in height with small yagis or folded dipoles. This is due to the chronic multipath from the ridges to the south of the finish location. Expect to have to move the antennas a few times in the night. Always run significant power to ensure a good signal into the system. Other radios for simplex. Operation There are probably many relieved faces appearing from the water. Radio Channels
Primary Voice Repeater Location Frequency Offset VK2RWS Berowra 147.175MHz +600kHz VK2RWS Berowra 438.275MHz -5.4MHz
Simplex Voice (to Closedown or Spencer if required) Band Primary Secondary Notes 2m 147.500MHz 147.475MHz Other freqs agreed by both CPs 70cm 438.800MHz 433.800MHz Other freqs agreed by both CPs
Packet Use Frequency Location / Access Pt Callsign Function APRS 145.200MHz Berowra VK2RWS-1 UIDigi Non-APRS Non-APRS traffic to be direct, on mutually agreed frequency (not 145.200)
Version 1.01, 2009 Page 19 HCC 2009 WICEN Checkpoint Information CLOSE DOWN Somewhere on the Hawkesbury River UBD Map Ref ------Topo Map Ref Starts at Windsor, Finishes at Mooney Mooney. Like a slow canoe.
Equipment required 2m and 70 cm, for voice and packet at least 20 watts each. Antennas for lashing to the boat (same boat as last year). Headphones are essential. Power may be available from the boat - check with the Skipper. Shoes suitable for a boat (rubber soled, eg joggers - NOT hard soled). It is suggested that you are set up to transmit and receive on both 2m and 70cm voice channels simultaneously. This way you can transmit on one band and monitor your signal on the other. This is of great advantage in some reaches of the river where the signals are very variable. Suggested operation would be:
Role/coverage Action Upper course Transmit/receive on VK2RWK, monitor VK2RWS 2m Mid-course Transmit/receive on VK2RAF monitor VK2RWS 2m Lower Course Transmit/ receive on 70cm VK2RWS and monitor on 2m VK2RWS or vice versa as the path conditions change If you are careful with your monitoring whilst you are transmitting you can avoid acoustic feedback and hear when you have dropped out of the system momentarily and pause until you regain the system and then continue the message. The 2m VK2 RWS system will be hear able for much of the course though it will not always be accessible. Operation When closing down checkpoints, it's the Close-Down boat's decision to do so. The HCC official on board with you should be satisfied that all canoes are accounted for in the following stage. It's the major reason we're on the river in the first place. As each checkpoint (land or water) is closed inform Net Control as well.
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Primary Voice Repeater Location Frequency Offset Role/coverage VK2RWK Kurrajong 439.825MHz -5MHz Upper course VK2RAF Wisemans Ferry 439.925MHz -5MHz Mid-course VK2RWS Berowra 147.175MHz +600kHz Lower Course VK2RWS Berowra 438.275MHz -5.4MHz Lower Course
Simplex Voice (to checkpoints or if required) Band Primary Secondary Notes 2m 147.500MHz 147.475MHz Other freqs agreed by both CPs
Local Voice (for checkpoints F & G) Repeater Location Frequency Offset Lower Portland 439.900MHz -5MHz
Packet Use Frequency Location / Access Pt Callsign Function APRS 145.200MHz Kurrajong VK2RWK-1 UIDigi 145.200MHz Wiseman’s Ferry VK2WIM-1 UIDigi 145.200MHz Berowra VK2RWS-1 UIDigi Non-APRS Non-APRS traffic to be direct, on mutually agreed frequency (not 145.200)
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