First is join NRC
http://www.nrcdxas.org/
Then order the AM Radio Log. It shows every US & Canadian AM
station by freq. Also format, power, hrs of operation,
address & more.
They also have a forum & DX alert.
Log them how you like !
Built in loop ant is best antenna most the time.
DX the locals during the day. A few freqs will have more than one.
Next hot time is sunset. Many stations to your west will come in
before they sign off or reduce power but locals have.
Opposite at sunrise. Listen for the east signing on.
When there is a heavy aurora it will kill most stations to the north,
enhance ones to south. In NH a good aurora gives you DEEP
south stations & tons of Cubans & other S. Americans.
73 Zeno
LFOD !