An unexpectedly difficult start

I planned to start working on the bands on August 27th, but surprises with my QTH meant I'll likely start the next day. The only place I could mount the antennas was near a large, old steel mast with steel guy wires and two large steel dishes, which caused my antennas to detune and degrade their SWR. Furthermore, there are a few trees nearby, which made things difficult.

I spent all day adjusting the antennas to the surroundings.