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Summits on the Air

U.S.A. W8O - Ohio

Association Reference Manual

Document Reference S118.1

Issue number 1.0

Date of issue 1st September 2013

Participation start date 1st September 2013

Authorised by SOTA MT Date: 1st September 2013

Association Manager Levi Binegar W7AMF

Summits-on-the-Air an original concept by G3WGV and developed with G3CWI

Notice “Summits on the Air” SOTA and the SOTA logo are trademarks of the Programme. This document is copyright of the Programme. All other trademarks and copyrights referenced herein are acknowledged.

Summits on the Air – ARM for U.S.A (W8O - Ohio)

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Table of contents. 1 ASSOCIATION REFERENCE DATA ........................................................................... 4

1.1 PROGRAMME DERIVATION .................................................................................................................. 5 1.2 GENERAL INFORMATION ..................................................................................................................... 5 1.3 RIGHTS OF WAY AND ACCESS ISSUES.................................................................................................. 7 1.4 MAPS AND NAVIGATION ...................................................................................................................... 7 1.5 SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS .................................................................................................................. 7 1.6 FOREIGN Amateur Radio Operators in Ohio..................................................................................... 7 1.7 AWARDS ........................................................................................................................................... 8 1.8 DISCLAIMER ....................................................................................................................................... 8

2 SUMMIT REFERENCE DATA...................................................................................... 9

2.1 REGION REFERENCE – Central Mountains (CT) 2.1.1 Regional notes ................................................................................................................ 9 2.1.2 Table of summits ............................................................................................................. 9

2.2 REGION REFERENCE – Northeast Mountains (NE) 2.2.1 Regional notes ................................................................................................................ 10 2.2.2 Table of summits ............................................................................................................. 10

2.3 REGION REFERENCE – Southwest (SW) 2.3.1 Regional notes ................................................................................................................ 11 2.3.2 Table of summits ............................................................................................................. 11

2.4 REGION REFERENCE – Southeast (SE) 2.4.1 Regional notes ................................................................................................................ 12 2.4.2 Table of summits ............................................................................................................. 12


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Date Version Details

1st September 2013 1.0 First formal issue of this document


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1 Association Reference Data

Association Ohio (W8O)

Commencement date 1 September 2013

Regions 4 Region Code Summit Count

CT – Piedmont CT 3

NE – Northeast NE 9

SW – Southwest SW 12

SE - Southeast SE 33

Summit Total 57

Association parameters See General Rules at SOTA website for definitions

Summit operation criteria Operation must be within 80ft vertically of the summit

Band 1, score 1 point

Summit altitude less than <1100 ft. a.s.l.

Band 2, score 2 points

Summit altitude between >=1100 ft. a.s.l. <=1400 ft. a.s.l.


Summit altitude between >1400 ft. a.s.l.


Summit altitude


Summit altitude


Summit altitude

Seasonal bonus

Bonus rationale

Min. height for bonus

Bonus period dates

Association sponsored awards None

Association Manager Levi Binegar

Email address [email protected]

mailto:[email protected]


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1.1 Program Derivation The Ohio W8O SOTA is an extension of similar programs already active in other countries and other regions of the United States. Much of the list of summits was derived from the work of John Kirk, published on the http://www.listofjohn.com website. Other sources of data exist, namely from the United States Geological Survey (USGS). A random sampling of the data from John Kirk’s site was found to match the USGS data so it was chosen to be the source. The W8O Association scoring scheme is based on the relative height of summits of 100M (328ft) elevation for the surrounding saddle in order to qualify. This value has been rounded off to 330ft for convenience in SOTA regions where the routine measurement for height is in feet. Further information on the concept of “prominence” is available from Wikipedia and other sources.

The summit database is thought to be complete. If you would like a summit added, or you find an error in this ARM, please contact the Association Manager (AM). If the AM determines the requested summit is valid, or a change needs to occur to an existing summit’s database record, he will update the ARM and submit it for approval to the SOTA Management Team (MT). Summits cannot be counted for points until a launch date and a reference number has been allocated by the AM and approved by the MT.

Please include the following information to help expedite requests for additions and/or corrections to the ARM’s summit list:

1. Name of the summit as shown on the applicable USGS topographical map or as listed in the Geonames database.

2. Latitude and longitude of the summit expressed in decimal degrees to at least four decimal places.

3. Elevation of the summit expressed in feet above sea level. 4. Prominence value of the summit expressed in feet with a citation indicating the source of this

value.

1.2 General information Regions were based on four geographical regions within the state of Ohio, namely those shown as Central, Northeast, Southwest and Southeast. Each summit location was verified using the county location provided from the List of John and matched to the corresponding Region as shown on the state map below. For simplicity each region was given the following code system, CT (Central), NE (Northeast), SW (Southwest) and SE (Southeast). At this time there are no mountains qualifying in the Northwest. The mountains within these four areas are located in 22 counties.

All regions do have the same points scoring scheme. If additional summits are added to this W8O Association, they must comply with this scoring scheme.

In order to qualify, a summit has to meet the following requirements:

• The summit must be listed on USGS topo maps.

• The summit must have at least 330 ft. prominence

• In the case of doubt regarding compliance to qualification criteria, the SOTA Management Team

reserves the right to decide whether or not the Summit will be added to the list.

http://www.listofjohn.com/


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1.3 Rights of way and access issues

Some of the summits listed in this ARM are on private land with no public access. Private lands in the USA are NOT open to camping and hiking simply by default. While European activators may be accustomed to the privileges of “Every Man’s Right” laws, these laws do not exist in the USA. No SOTA activator should ever trespass onto private land. If an activator does receive permission from a private landowner to a private summit, the activator must remember he or she may be the landowner’s only contact with SOTA or amateur radio and therefore must adhere to the highest standards of politeness and courtesy during the activation so as to pave the way for future activators to be authorized. The landowner is performing a favour for the amateur activator.


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1.4 Maps and navigation

A reliable map of the region to be hiked along with a compass, and competency in the use of both, are essential. USGS topographical maps should be supplemented by trail maps where available. State parks often provide specific trail maps at no cost. A GPS is a good supplemental tool, though it should not be relied upon for primary navigation. It can fail to acquire satellite reception when in heavy cover, which is typical of forested area on steep ground.

When map sources are discovered by potential activators, the association strongly encourages sharing this data on the SOTAwatch website at http://www.sotawatch.org/summits.php to assist other activators. Please be sure to respect intellectual property law when adding information to the SOTAwatch site.

1.5 Safety considerations A wealth of information on hiking and mountaineering is available from numerous resources on the

internet, specialty retailers, bookstores, and local libraries. In addition to the standard preparation

and planning that should go into any summit venture (essential supplies, weather forecast, etc.)

particular consideration should be given to the following.

Added pack weight and space for communication equipment (transceivers, batteries, antenna and

accessories) will change the amount of effort an experienced hiker will expend going to and from

most summits. Test your SOTA station thoroughly before leaving home and include plenty of time

in the day to set up, operate, and tear down a station.

The main objective is to return safely to the trail head and NOTHING should jeopardize this

objective. Be mindful of time and weather conditions when lingering at the summit faced with

making the last contact or working every caller in a pile-up. Most climbing accidents occur on

descent and are generally due to fatigue and travel along trails as darkness approaches. It gets

dark quickly on a trail in the woods.

1.6 Foreign amateur radio operators in Ohio Foreign amateurs that are citizens and licensees of countries that participate in operating agreements with the United States of America are encouraged to consult the ARRL or FCC website for full details of operating within Ohio.

1.7 Awards There are no W8O Association awards at this time. However, several awards are available from the

SOTA parent organization. Consult the SOTA website for details.

http://www.sotawatch.org/summits.php


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1.8 Disclaimer Hiking, hill-walking and rock-climbing are potentially dangerous activities. The SOTA Management Team

and their associates assume no responsibility for accidents.

Participants must be competent to undertake their proposed Expedition and must carry suitable

equipment, taking account of the terrain, weather conditions, etc. Activators take part in the Programme

entirely at their own risk and the Programme in its entirety shall accept no responsibility for injury, loss of

life or any other loss. Activators are reminded that hill climbing is an inherently hazardous activity.

Accidents can and do happen in the mountains and the risk is neither increased nor mitigated by the

SOTA programme.

Each participant does so at his or her own risk, and must decide, on the basis of their ability, whether an

objective is achievable. The listing of a summit in the reference does not mean that it is easy to reach,

and it is always worth seeking local advice for all but the simplest of the expeditions.


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2 Summit Reference Data 2.1 Region Reference – W8O – Central Mountains (CT)

Association W8O Call Area

Region CT- Central Mountains (W8O/CT-xxx)

Region manager Refer to Association Manager

2.1.1 Regional notes

The CT region lies in the middle of the state central to Columbus. It consists of the following 3 counties:

Fairfield, Licking and Logan.

2.1.2 Table of summits

Ref. No. Summit name Alt (m) Alt (ft) Latitude Longitude

Valid from

dd/mm/yyyy

Valid to

dd/mm/yyyy Score

W8O/CT-001 Cambell Hill 472 1549 -83.7201 40.3703 01/09/2013 4

W8O/CT-002 Flint Ridge 381 1250 -82.2891 39.9845 01/09/2013 2

W8O/CT-003 Fairfield County HP 380 1246 -82.6759 39.6756 01/09/2013 2


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2.2 Region Reference – W8O – Northeast Mountains (NE)


Region NE – Northeast Mountains (W8O/NE-xxx)


2.2.1 Regional notes The NE region lies south of Lake Erie to the north and Pennsylvania and West Virginia to the east. It

consists of the following 9 counties: Ashland, Columbiana, Coshocton, Geauga, Holmes, Jefferson,

Richland, Summit and Tuscarawas.

2.2.2 Table of summits

Ref. No. Summit name Alt (m) Alt (ft) Latitude Longitude

Valid from

dd/mm/yyyy

Valid to

dd/mm/yyyy Score

W8O/NE-001 Noblet Benchmark 462 1515 -82.6169 40.7273 01/09/2013 4

W8O/NE-002 Round Knob 441 1446 -80.6723 40.6719 01/09/2013 4

W8O/NE-003 Ashland County HP 430 1410 -82.3177 40.7382 01/09/2013 4

W8O/NE-004 Sugarloaf 426 1396 -81.1038 41.3996 01/09/2013 2

W8O/NE-005 Holmes County HP 424 1390 -82.1522 40.594 01/09/2013 2

W8O/NE-006 Tuscawaras County HP 424 1390 -81.6064 40.4369 01/09/2013 2

W8O/NE-007 Summit County HP 404 1325 -81.6604 41.2492 01/09/2013 2

W8O/NE-008 1170 357 1170 -81.7913 40.2548 01/09/2013 2

W8O/NE-009 Taylors Hill 344 1130 -80.6147 40.4466 01/09/2013 2


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2.3 Region Reference – W8O – Southwest Mountains (SW)


Region SW - Southwest Mountains (W8O/SW-xxx)



The SW region lies to east of Indiana and north of Kentucky bordered by the Ohio River. It consists of the following 3 counties: Adams, Hamilton and Highland. 2.3.2 Table of summits

Ref No. Summit name Alt (m) Alt (ft) Latitude Longitude

Valid from

dd/mm/yyyy

Valid to

dd/mm/yyyy Score

W8O/SW-001 Washburn Hill 409 1343 -83.4258 39.1377 01/09/2013 2

W8O/SW-002 Reeds Hill 403 1321 -83.4218 39.1216 01/09/2013 2

W8O/SW-003 Peach Mountain 387 1270 -83.3621 38.8954 01/09/2013 2

W8O/SW-004 1270 387 1270 -83.4275 38.7326 01/09/2013 2

W8O/SW-005 Greenbrier Ridge 386 1265 -83.4435 38.7554 01/09/2013 2

W8O/SW-006 1250 381 1250 -83.4264 38.7145 01/09/2013 2

W8O/SW-007 1230 375 1230 -83.3609 38.8035 01/09/2013 2

W8O/SW-008 Coleman Ridge 375 1230 -83.3495 38.8521 01/09/2013 2

W8O/SW-009 1190 363 1190 -83.4009 38.7934 01/09/2013 2

W8O/SW-010 Grassy Hill 344 1130 -83.2843 38.9176 01/09/2013 2

W8O/SW-011 Tolle Hill 342 1122 -83.3410 38.9466 01/09/2013 2

W8O/SW-012 Hamilton County HP 294 965 -84.5717 39.1901 01/09/2013 1


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2.4 Region Reference – W8O – Southeast Mountains (SE)


Region SE - Southeast Mountains (W8O/SE-xxx)



The SE region lies east of West Virginia and north of Kentucky to the south. It consists of the following 7 counties: Gallia, Lawrence, Muskingum, Pike, Ross, Scioto and Vinton. 2.4.2 Table of summits


Valid from

dd/mm/yyyy

Valid to

dd/mm/yyyy Score

W8O/SE-001 Farrell Hill 414 1358 -83.2379 39.2598 01/09/2013 2

W8O/SE-002 Scioto County HP 411 1350 -83.1544 38.9352 01/09/2013 2

W8O/SE-003 Horseback Knob 409 1342 -83.0907 39.2378 01/09/2013 2

W8O/SE-004 1310 399 1310 -83.2569 38.7123 01/09/2013 2

W8O/SE-005 Rocky Knob 399 1310 -82.9179 39.3672 01/09/2013 2

W8O/SE-006 Nevins Hill 392 1287 -83.3268 39.2736 01/09/2013 2

W8O/SE-007 High Hill 392 1285 -81.7672 39.8342 01/09/2013 2

W8O/SE-008 Staley Knob 387 1270 -83.3288 39.1095 01/09/2013 2

W8O/SE-009 Bunker Hill 386 1265 -82.9470 39.3751 01/09/2013 2

W8O/SE-010 Palmer Mountain 381 1250 -83.3670 39.0813 01/09/2013 2

W8O/SE-011 1230 375 1230 -82.8759 39.3701 01/09/2013 2

W8O/SE-012 1225 373 1225 -82.8208 39.4053 01/09/2013 2

W8O/SE-013 Jasper Knob 363 1190 -83.0631 39.0359 01/09/2013 2

W8O/SE-014 Schiff Benchmark 363 1190 -83.0621 39.3235 01/09/2013 2

W8O/SE-015 1190A 363 1190 -83.0254 39.291 01/09/2013 2

W8O/SE-016 1190B 363 1190 -82.7887 39.3454 01/09/2013 2

W8O/SE-017 1170 357 1170 -82.9293 39.0823 01/09/2013 2


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Valid from

dd/mm/yyyy

Valid to

dd/mm/yyyy Score

W8O/SE-018 1161 354 1161 -83.0653 38.9463 01/09/2013 2

W8O/SE-019 McLaughlin Benchmark 351 1150 -82.9382 38.9467 01/09/2013 2

W8O/SE-020 Rattlesnake Knob 351 1150 -82.8343 39.3626 01/09/2013 2

W8O/SE-021 1146 349 1146 -82.9723 38.7930 01/09/2013 2

W8O/SE-022 Campbell Hill 344 1130 -83.0310 38.8732 01/09/2013 2

W8O/SE-023 1116 340 1116 -82.9974 38.9215 01/09/2013 2

W8O/SE-024 Highlands, The 338 1110 -82.0360 40.1184 01/09/2013 2

W8O/SE-025 1104 336 1104 -83.1418 39.3757 01/09/2013 2

W8O/SE-026 1090A 332 1090 -82.8283 39.2276 01/09/2013 1

W8O/SE-027 1090B 332 1090 -83.0694 38.8621 01/09/2013 1

W8O/SE-028 Rattlesnake Knob 326 1070 -82.8563 39.2864 01/09/2013 1

W8O/SE-029 Lawrence County HP 323 1061 -82.6095 38.6637 01/09/2013 1

W8O/SE-030 1055 322 1055 -82.7569 39.2255 01/09/2013 1

W8O/SE-031 1050 320 1050 -82.9792 38.8486 01/09/2013 1

W8O/SE-032 Fairview Lookout 320 1050 -82.3312 38.6817 01/09/2013 1

W8O/SE-033 Newman Hill 318 1043 -83.2633 38.9171 01/09/2013 1

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