019 - Meet W0KEG Kevin “KEGMan” Giebel - A Parks on the Air Legend | POTA Hunters Series

In my series called POTA Hunters, I sit down with the voices I hear in nearly every activation to get to know the people behind those familiar call signs.

In this second episode, we meet Kevin “KEGMan” Giebel (W0KEG), one of the most dedicated and enthusiastic hunters in the Parks on the Air community. Though Kevin has only been licensed for about a year and a half, his passion and presence on the bands make him one of the most recognizable voices in POTA.

Highlights

• Hear how Kevin got started in amateur radio and the story behind his unforgettable “KEGMan” nickname.
• Learn how he’s achieved over 34,000 Hunter QSOs across 6,545 parks, despite activating only five times himself.
• Discover his setup, equipment, and his trick for making consistent contacts.
• Get a peek into his club’s upcoming special event activation at Split Rock Lighthouse for the 50th anniversary of the Edmund Fitzgerald. They will be activating under the call WØJH for the “Remembering the Edmund Fitzgerald Special Event” November 7 thru 10, 2025
• Enjoy stories about friendship, the joy of hunting, and the spirit of community that makes POTA so meaningful.

Fun POTA Stats for Kevin

• Parks Activated: 5
• Parks Hunted: 6,545+
• Hunter QSOs: 34,000+

Mentions in This Episode

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About the Series

POTA Hunters is a series of episodes from the Cliff’s Notes on Amateur Radio podcast, where I connect with some of the most familiar and respected voices in the Parks on the Air community. Each conversation offers a behind-the-scenes look at the people who make this hobby so vibrant.