Brilliant timing for this event. I had some free time, the day broke a record for warmth, and band conditions were wonderful. My summit (W1/AM-300) was an easy climb (more of a stroll, really) and I noticed no other people during 3 hours of operation. I used my 4-band K1 and an end-fed wire / inverted L.
Started at 1400z on 20 CW with some search and pounce. My first, M1BUU/P, was followed by a string of transAtlantic S2S QSOs before I decided to call CQ. In the end, I logged 53 contacts in 12 countries and 14 states with 24 S2S contacts (15 EU). Even though the thrill was mostly in the DX, it was fun to put AC1Z and K1RID in the log from nearby summits.
I started SOTA a year ago and this was my activation #5. I’ve been having a lot of fun, but this event easily becomes high point #1.