EYEBALL 2010
(General Wrapup)
Eyeball 2010 was held in Natchez, MS and Vidalia, LA on June 10th–12th, 2010. Natchez is located along the Mississippi River and is famous for its many antebellum mansions dating to the early 19th century and left essentially untouched by the American Civil War. Vidalia, LA is a thriving city right across the river from Natchez.
Amazing antebellum homes lining the mighty Mississippi River make Natchez one of the most unique cities in America. As the original state capital of Mississippi, Natchez holds an important place in Mississippi history. With its easy access to the river and fertile soil conducive to growing cotton, Natchez became one of the greatest economic focal points in the entire antebellum South.
Those attending were able to tour the historic antebellum homes and other architectural marvels, or enjoy a leisurely drive on the scenic Natchez Trace. Or experience the excitement of Natchez nightlife, from juke joints to fine dining.
The Hampton Inn & Suites, located near the banks of the Mississippi, was the Official Hotel of Eyeball 2010 and was the location of the Eyeball's Thursday and Friday events. Camper and tent camping facilities were provided by the Vidalia RV Park just across the river.
Friday's Shrimp/Crawfish Boil was truly all you can eat and then some. The shrimp and crawfish were accompanied by boiled potatos and an outstanding jambalaya.
We worked the nets from both sides of the river with many mobiles switching sides between rounds. The several dry spots scoped out by a few turned out to be not so dry, but those are the breaks.
A number of well deserved Presidential Awards were presented by our President, Rick Mobley (WB5FDP). These were:
Ambassador's Award - Given to two very deserving people that have gone out of their way to welcome newcomers to our nets and who have been very helpful during bad band conditions with relays. Joe Rebecca (K5FNS) and Lynn Easom (KB5GVR)
Certificate of Appreciation - Harold Chambless (W4NNO), Earl Smith (W1BML) and Kevin Burkhart (WM0F)
Leisure Mobile of the year - Jim Wade (VE9DH), Melanie Wade (VE9SX) and Shep Kilby (KC2PUF)
Professional Mobile of the year - Steve Panattoni (N6RSH)
K7MFG NCS of the Year - Bob Hall (KI7PM)
KD3FM Annual Service Award - Dean Davis (N7XG)
Outstanding NCS:
160m CW - Randy Bean (KJ4JC)
80m CW Early - Bob Hall (KI7PM)
80m CW Late - Hugh MacDonald (AC7XF)
40m CW - Bob Hall (KI7PM)
20m CW - Bob Hall (KI7PM)
80m RTTY - Bill Hoek (N7WH)
40m RTTY - Milton Withers (AD5XD)
20m RTTY - Bill Hoek (N7WH)
80m PSK - Bill Hoek (N7WH)
40m PSK - Bob Hall (KI7PM)
20m PSK - Bob Hall (KI7PM)
160m SSB Early - John Patrick (WK7K)
160m SSB Late - Doug Aldrich (W0WSP)
75m SSB Early - Rodney Curtis (WR4C)
75m SSB Late - Larry Gillespie, Jr (K7MI)
40m SSB Early - Frank Krize III (K5SVC)
40m SSB Late - Larry Gillespie, Jr (K7MI)
The two main prizes were won by Jim Richardson, N5OHL (Ameritron AL-811A Amplifier), and Allen Brown, KZ3AB (Yaesu FT-857 Tranceiver).
The Eyeball 2010 Quilt and matching pillow made and donated by Judy Higgins (XYL of KB3PU) was auctioned off to benefit the Club and went home with Gene Marsh (W8NET). Thank you, Gene.
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