K4RLC & K4AAC: Ponies, POTA, and the Quest for the Elusive Mt. Rogers
by Bob Conder (K4RLC) When it became apparent that Alanna (K4AAC) and I could not make it back to...
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EI3LH: Beans on the Air, or, I Ate My CW Key.
Bean there, Keyed that. by Ian (EI3LH) I have a bit of a problem when it comes to operating...
Top Amateur Radio Websites – Issue 2644
This week, we’ve gathered some practical resources that touch on several facets of our hobby, from getting a handle...
Aurora: FT8, FT4, JT65 & JT9 Digital Mode Software
Aurora is a free and open-source digital mode software (GPL-3.0) for amateur radio, supporting FT8, FT4, JT65, and JT9....
Yaesu FTDX10 HF/50MHz 100W SDR Transceiver Yaesu Page
The Yaesu FTDX10 is a compact HF/50MHz 100W SDR transceiver utilizing a Hybrid SDR configuration, combining Narrow Band SDR...
KV4AN: Attempted Activation of Three State Parks on O’ahu, Hawai’i – Part I
by Steven Krumm (KV4AN) A few weeks ago, I needed to make a quick trip to O’ahu, Hawai’i. While...
Amateur Radio Weekly – Issue 446
An Amateur Radio operator told a satellite to play ‘Doom.’ And it listened. The experiment marks the first known...
Cadenza Brings Morse Listening and Sending Practice to iOS and Android
The following is a press release from Cadenza: Cadenza is a Morse code training app from independent developer Ivan...
From Western Pennsylvania to Vatican City: My Unforgettable Experience Operating HV0A
Article written by Tim, N3DL. *** Every amateur radio operator has a bucket list. Maybe it’s working a rare...
A Fourth Park and 18 New BKG Recruits: My Bug-Out QRP POTA Rove Finale
by Thomas (K4SWL) On Tuesday, October 13, 2026, I set out from the mountains of North Carolina for Raleigh,...
ARISS SSTV Series 35 Event to Run 8 Days
Another SSTV event transmitting from the International Space Station will take place November 9th through the 16th. The theme...
Slow Start but Fun Finish
Hoping to duplicate my success of my last outing with the KH1, things got off to a frustratingly slow...
Catching Up with Bob Schenck, N2OO, INDEXA Vice President
While early winter’s chill is beginning to creep into Ohio’s daily forecast, the folks at OnAllBands are still reminded...
VE3QEE: An Overview of the QMX M5Stack Tab5 Panadapter
by Mardy Eedson (VE3QEE) I have owned a QRP Labs QMX for about 10 months now. I am not...
Skeds chat SQ3SWG
The SQ3SWG Sked Chat provides a platform for radio amateurs to coordinate scheduled contacts, particularly crucial for weak-signal modes...
11th Annual Hedy Lamarr Day Celebration
The following is a message from the ROC-HAM Radio Network: Please join us for the 11th annual HEDY LAMARR...
Pocket Shack Brings AllStarLink to iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, and Carplay
The following is a press release from the authors of Pocket Shack: Find a node, listen in free, and...
DX Engineering Holiday Gift Guide Part 1—DX Engineering Gift Cards
Need a sure-fire, one-stop solution to easily handle all your ham radio holiday gift-shopping needs? You’ll find presents for...
KI5OEB: First POTA with my new DX Commander Expedition
by James (KI5OEB) Upon completing my DX Commander Expedition I had to put it on the air. I got...
KM4CFT’s New IC-705 Mini Mic
Many thanks to Jonathan (KM4CFT), who notes: Hi all, I am pleased to announce the release of the IC-705...
Online Morse Code Translator
The Online Morse Code Translator provides a robust, client-side utility for converting text to Morse code and vice-versa, adhering...
In a Cloud of Dust
Over the years, I’ve run into some weird stuff while operating in parks. This morning, I experienced something new:...
Ham Radio Youth Insights—My Experience at Austria 2026 YOTA Camp
This past summer (July 25-Aug. 1, 2026), I had the opportunity to attend the YOTA (Youngsters On The Air)...
Special Event Calls Attention to Rural Depopulation
From 6 to 8 November 2026, Spanish radio amateurs will activate special callsign EG1PR — Radio por la Repoblación...
KB2PIZ: A “Mini” Activation of the National Mall Park (US-0655)
by Mark (KB2PIZ) Because of work, I had an overnight in Washington, DC. I had the TX-500 in the...