VKFF RULES.
The rules for VKFF are quite simple:-
The VKFF rules govern the operation within Flora and Fauna areas in Australia. The VKFF rules have priority over the WWFF General Rules which apply to DXCC entities which are not covered by a National program.
For a full version of the WWFF Australia (VKFF) National Rules, please see below.....
- Ensure you are in a qualifying VKFF reference area. Only qualifying VKFF reference areas are valid for the VKFF program.
- Ensure that you are within the park boundary and that access is allowed.
- Valid contacts will include an exchange between the activator and the hunter of their respective call signs, a signal report, and wherever possible the VKFF reference number.
- Repeaters, IRLP, Echolink are not allowed.
- The use of amateur satellites is allowed.
- Mobile operation is allowed.
- Relays are not allowed.
- Activators can only activate one reference at a time (please see the VKFF rules).
- Contacts with other activators within the same reference are not valid.
- QSL cards are not required.
The VKFF rules govern the operation within Flora and Fauna areas in Australia. The VKFF rules have priority over the WWFF General Rules which apply to DXCC entities which are not covered by a National program.
For a full version of the WWFF Australia (VKFF) National Rules, please see below.....
| vkff_rules_version_0.7.pdf |
In the spirit of VKFF.
All participants are expected to be fully aware of the VKFF rules and are expected to adhere to the rules.
Consideration to other users of the reference area.
VKFF activators will ensure that their operation does not impact on the enjoyment and safety of other users of the reference area that they are activating. This includes such issues as excessive noise, tripping hazards from antennas, etc.
VKFF activators are to be cognisant that they are representing the wider amateur radio community whilst activating. VKFF activators are encouraged to engage with the community and park officials.
VKFF activators are to be cognisant that they are representing the wider amateur radio community whilst activating. VKFF activators are encouraged to engage with the community and park officials.
Consideration for wildlife and the environment.
VKFF activators will ensure that they will observe due diligence with regards to wildlife they encounter during any activation.
Activators are not to cause any damage to the environment in which they operate. This includes deliberate damage or actions resulting from recklessness. It also includes littering. Whatever you take to the activation, please take home with you
Activators are not to cause any damage to the environment in which they operate. This includes deliberate damage or actions resulting from recklessness. It also includes littering. Whatever you take to the activation, please take home with you
