Inside the Epic CY9C St. Paul Island Ham Radio DXpedition 2024

Experience the CY9C DXpedition on the rugged and remote St. Paul Island, located off the coast of Nova Scotia, Canada. In this exclusive on-island interview, team member Craig Thompson, K9CT, provides an in-depth look at St. Paul Island, ranked 50th on the DXCC most-wanted list. He discusses the island’s challenging weather, its historical significance, and the extraordinary efforts required to reach this isolated location, including the rare use of helicopters. Craig introduces the dedicated team of operators and details the radio and antenna capabilities driving the CY9C operation. Gain insights into the leadership and teamwork that keep the mission on track in such a demanding environment. As the DXpedition enters its final days, the team encourages radio operators worldwide to make contact with CY9C before the operation concludes.