Amateur Radio in the mountains

These pages are intended for beginners who want to learn about radio traffic in the mountains. Whether you are a newly licensed amateur radio operator, a CB radio operator, or simply a radio transmission enthusiast, the first part is devoted to the basics of operating a shortwave radio station from a high point, including safety rules. The second part focuses on the technical processes that the author has experimented with during hundreds of mountain trips, which are easy to implement and have been tested in the field. The author encourages to combine the pleasure of mountain hiking with a multifaceted scientific hobby.