Hello, I am Keith (KC) Kerchner, KC9IH, M-1163.

I live Northern Illinois, and was a Licensed Commercial Radio Tech, before Retiring from Engineering. I was first on the Air in 1962, and joined the MiQRP Club around 1983. I have always been QRP. Ive been CW only on HF the last 45 years.

My primary Rigs are Century 21's, and a TT 1330. I like to keep things simple using Mini-Verts, Slinky's, a Sloper, and a HamStick Dipole. I generally use a Vibro-Keyer, fully Manual. Fifteen meters is my favorite band.

I would like to see the Club expand, and also become more Active. I try to attend the Weekly ZooM Meeting on Thursdays, and will check on interest in having a Night or Weekend Meeting. Some expanded Club Activities might include an occasional Club Wide POTA Day or Evening. Perhaps we can get some donated Prizes or Gift Certificates for Club Events.

73 de CaseyK KC9IH QRP CW

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