The Rare Ones’ of New Orleans hosted their 2025 Xmas Social at Gattuso’s Restaurant in Gretna, Louisiana. We all had a great time and appreciate all who attended. Here are a couple of pictures of the event.
2025 Xmas Social Pictures!
Mike – N9FPG scenic view of the Muddy Mississippi
Mike tagged along with Scott – W5PLT on a short river excursion on a Cargo Ship on the Muddy Mississippi. If you happen to have a QSO with Mike be sure to ask him about his experience!
Paul – KY4BF and the 55′ Nomad
While on his trip to the Big Easy, Paul – KY4BF, visited Frank – KG5KWB and took a ride in Frank’s 55′ Nomad… What a treat!
Jay – K1MCO is Associate Member #306
Congratulations go out to Jay on acquiring his Associate Member Number! If you look up Jay on QRZ, you’ll notice he is quite an active ham. From Parks on the Air to hanging out with fellow ham radio friends, Jay has it going on…. Jay, here’s a challenge, since you’re in Orlando, how about a Disney on the Air together with FaceBook streaming. Great way to bring Amateur Radio to the Land of Mouseketeers!
KQ4YYN – Joe discovered he was already RARE!
Joe’s daughter already knew Joe was the Rarest of the RARE….or Maybe he just likes his steak RARE. In any case, we appreciate Joe for sharing his daughter’s note to him on Father’s Day…
KC8ARO Visits the Big Easy
John, KC8ARO visit to New Orleans started with an Amtrak train ride from Michigan. My wife and I treated John to Drago’s Restaurant for some good ole’ Louisiana cooking! Afterward, we took the street car from the Hilton Hotel to the Famous Cafe du Monde for beignets!
W5PLT Trip to Lafayette
Recently, my wife – KG5OGO and I – W5PLT celebrated our 35th Wedding Anniversary in Lafayette, Louisiana. One may ask, What’s in Lafayette? First of all, it is the heart of Cajun Country and home to all that great Cajun Food! Of course, it is also the home of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Needless to say it is a charming town with plenty of things to do so if you are near Lafayette, please stop by and immerse yourself in Cajun Culture…
On our tour of Vermilionville Historic Village. A 23 acre walking museum complete with historic cottages and buildings…
While in Lafayette, you might as well visit Avery Island – the Home of Tabasco! Great tour on how Tabasco is made from start to finish…
Sneaux Day in SNOLA!
Crawfish in Texas? What the heck!
Henry, N1GQT, provided me the following article about crawfish in Texas. Very informative and fully encourage you to read the article from the Piney Woods Magazine.
Here’s the article – click on the link: Wildlife Wonders – Piney Woods Edition
Best Gumbo in New Orleans!
If you ever wondered who has the best Gumbo in New Orleans fear not! New Orleans.com has the list for you… Best Gumbo in New Orleans – click link
