Summer is the perfect time to combine two of my favorite hobbies: spending time at the beach and operating my ham radio. This year, I decided to take my portable ham radio setup on vacation, turning my beachside retreat into a unique blend of relaxation and amateur radio fun. Here’s a look at my experience, from setting up on the sandy shore to making contacts across the globe.

As a ham radio club member, you can positively impact your community by educating the public about the exciting world of amateur radio. By hosting public demonstrations, offering licensing classes, organizing field days, collaborating with schools and youth groups, and utilizing social media and online platforms, your club can reach a wider audience and inspire others to discover the joys of ham radio. Together, let's continue to connect communities and share our passion for amateur radio with the world.

The potential benefits of the Amateur Radio Emergency Preparedness Act for amateur radio operators are significant, ranging from formal recognition of their role in emergencies to enhanced coordination, support, and interoperability. If passed into law, this act has the potential to empower hams to be even more effective first responders during times of crisis and further enhance the resilience of communities across the country. Let's continue to support and advocate for measures that recognize the invaluable contributions of amateur radio operators in emergency preparedness and response efforts.

With a wide array of logging software available, each offering unique features and capabilities, it can be challenging to determine which application best suits your specific needs. In this blog post, we'll explore some of the most popular ham radio logging applications, highlighting their differences and the advantages they offer to radio enthusiasts.

SATNOG represents a community-driven effort to establish a global network of open-source satellite ground stations, providing enthusiasts and researchers with an accessible platform for tracking, receiving, and decoding satellite transmissions. In this blog post, we'll delve into what SATNOG is, its significance, and the compelling reasons why you might want to set up a SATNOG ground station of your own.

Ham Shack hotline primer. Learn more about the non-traditional Communications mode that can open up your world to Ham Radio Communications.

The thought of operating outdoors in the crisp winter air, surrounded by snow-covered landscapes, and making contacts with fellow operators across the globe is truly exhilarating. However, winter field operations come with their own set of challenges, especially when it comes to staying warm and keeping our equipment running smoothly in cold conditions. In this post, we'll discuss some essential tips to help you prepare for a successful and enjoyable winter field day.

We all have had a moment where we are asked - What are you doing? When were activating a park. So here are 3 things you never say to a park

Let's use this Field Day as an opportunity to establish connections that will enhance both the hobby and our personal enjoyment of it.

My first experience with making contact with the Space Shuttle Atlantis as a Technician