# Antenna Building Contest Results

The Radio Electronics Group's annual antenna building contest was a tremendous success with 15 participants showcasing their creativity and technical skills.

## Contest Winners

### First Place: ZL1ABC
**Design**: Multi-band vertical antenna
**Innovation**: Automatic tuning system
**Prize**: $200 gift certificate to electronics store

### Second Place: ZL1DEF
**Design**: Portable dipole antenna
**Innovation**: Quick-deploy mechanism
**Prize**: $100 gift certificate

### Third Place: ZL1GHI
**Design**: Yagi antenna for 2m band
**Innovation**: Foldable design for portable use
**Prize**: $50 gift certificate

## Special Recognition

**Most Innovative Design**: ZL1JKL for his solar-powered antenna rotator
**Best Portable Design**: ZL1MNO for his backpack-friendly antenna system

Thank you to all participants and congratulations to our winners!