Ham Radio EmComm Insights: A Look at the Narrow Band Emergency Messaging System
Last time we looked at using WinLink as an infrastructure-free method of sending and receiving email. It’s a great...
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Robbed by UTC Day at Kozai Nishichiku Kowan Ryokuchi (JP-2046)
by Mark (JJ5GVY/KB2PIZ) I was robbed! But I will tell you about that in a bit! Tuesday, May 19,...
A Soggy Memorial Day Activation
The weather has really put a damper on this holiday weekend. Today was no exception. Nevertheless, I had a...
Senator Ted Cruz Highlights Amateur Radio Public Service (Memorial Weekend 2026)
Senator Ted Cruz, in this pre-Memorial-Day message, thanks amateur (ham) radio volunteers who serve the public through emergency communications,...
Senator Ted Cruz Praises Amateur Radio Volunteers for Emergency Preparedness
Senator Ted Cruz, in a strong pre-Memorial Day message, publicly highlighted the critical role that Amateur Radio Service volunteers...
Powerhouse History: WLW, W8XAL, WSAI
The photograph, below, captures a compelling moment of technical mastery during the formative years of American broadcasting, set deep...
1946: Thousands of Hams Allowed Back on the Air
I have been spending time reflecting on the history of our wonderful hobby, and this April 1946 issue of...
Dawn of Instant Communication: Legacy of May 24, 1844
On this day in 1844, a quiet revolution in human communication took place. Samuel Morse, the American inventor, sat...
Morning POTA: Taking the Argonaut VI Out for Fresh Air
by Thomas (K4SWL) On Monday, May 1, 2026, my wife and I had plans to spend part of the...
AmateurLogic 217: Hamvention 2026
AmateurLogic.TV Episode 217 is now available for download. George and Tommy’s Excellent Adventure to Hamvention 2026. Meet some old...
Ridley Creek Eyeball QSO
I happened to be in the vicinity of Ridley Creek State Park (US-1414, KFF-1414) yesterday morning, so I stopped...
WD8RIF’s 2026 FDIM and Hamvention Photos
Every year, Eric (WD8RIF) and I make the drive to Dayton Hamvention together and, as you’ll see in a...
South Monarch Ridge Photo
In 2024, Joyce/K0JJW and I activated South Monarch Ridge (W0C/SP-058) on the Friday of the Colorado 14er & Mountaintop...
ARRL Solar Update
Solar activity continued at low levels during the past 24 hours withfour active regions on the visible disk. The...
End-Fed Antennas for Amateur Radio: The Good, the Bad & the Ugly
Few antennas in amateur radio stir up as much debate as the end-fed antenna. Mention one at a club...
Looking Back at FDIM and Hamvention 2026
by Thomas (K4SWL) It just so happens that two of the biggest and most meaningful gatherings in our amateur...
Interview with the ARRL CEO: Remote Operating
ARRL CEO David Minster, NA2AA, and Dick Strassburger, N9EEE, Editor of Solid Copy, the monthly newsletter of CWops, were...
Report from the World’s Largest Hamfest
Radio amateurs from around the world descended on Xenia, Ohio, last weekend for Hamvention® 2026. The three-day event featured...
Outstanding Contesters and DXers Recognized
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Signals Without Borders
By Michael Kalter (W8CI) Xenia, Ohio Hamvention 2026 drew a world of kindred spirits to the Greene County Fairgrounds...
More About WinLink Express: A Look at Modems, Including the PXdragon DR-9400
Much of what we talk about in amateur radio centers around a “bad day” scenario. Whether it’s a natural...
LHS Episode #617: Hamvention 2026 Adventure Complete
Hello and welcome back everyone! This is episode 617 of Linux in the Ham Shack, the most terrific amateur...
Guide to Prepping for ARRL Field Day 2026: Part 3, Antennas
In Part 3 of our series on prepping for ARRL Field Day 2026 (June-27-28), we’ll be looking at some...
Appalachian Trail Magic and a Trailside POTA Activation!
by Thomas (K4SWL) In March, our friend Emily set out on an incredible six-month adventure: thru-hiking the entire Appalachian...
BBC Long Wave Shutdown Special Event
The following is a message from Nick (G4FAL): The RSGB and the BBC Amateur Radio Group will be activating...