Posted by DJ5CW on 2008-09-03

Young DXpeditioners On Willis

The crew of VK9DWX wants to invite two young hams who have a passion for Ham Radio, DXing and contesting to take part in the DXpedition to Willis Island in October this year. One young ham from 6th October till 19th October and the other one from 15th October till 28th October.

You can reside in any country in the world, you hold a valid amateur radio license in your country, you have some experience in working pile-ups and you are between 18 and 29.

For qualification you have to send an email to contact@vk9dwx.de which must include an essay of 500 words minimum (in English) describing how you got started in ham radio, who your Elmer was and why you should be selected for this

DXpedition opportunity. Please include also you full name, callsign and home address.

The VK9DWX crew will pay for all expenses except your flight from your home to Cairns, Queensland, Australia.

Send us your application now to contact@vk9dwx.de. We will receive applications until September 15th and will make a fast decision.

Update (19. September 2008):
Josh, W4WJF and Rhy, ZS6DXB are the lucky winners. Have fun! ;