SOTA - The RULES of the GAME!

I'm going to cover the basic principles of SOTA (Summits On The Air), what constitutes an activation, explain the difference between an activator and chaser, the point system, modes and bands used and allowed etc. Bring your questions and lets chat about the fun HIKING WITH HAM RADIO scheme that started in the UK and has gone worldwide!
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