…but it sure looks like one! Here is an almost-completed ammo can, with electronic components mounted and wired. The parts are labelled for easier identification. After wiring everything together a few days ago, Bruce and I discovered a nasty ground loop. We are currently working on getting that annoying problem neutralized. Monday (as in, three days from now), we will erect one tripod, complete with battery, electronics and speakers, and run it for one week behind Good Shepherd church in Decorah. The main goal is to see how the battery and solar panel work over the course of a week. The forecast looks pretty dismal, so this will be a good indication of what to expect should May prove to be a foul weather month. Here’s another nice article on Talking Trees from the local paper.

Don’t try to take this through security when you fly…