Category Archives: Event

Armed Forces Day Cross Band Test

The Armed Forces Day Cross-band Test allows radio operators to interact with Military Affiliate Radio Service (MARS) stations beginning May 9th. This annual event features unique “split” frequency communication, offering participants a chance to learn and explore less commonly used modes. For details, visit the official MARS information page.

Amateur Radio Day POTA Haul

On Saturday April 18th, an immense Solar Coronal hole was pointed directly at earth. HF Conditions Suffered. Members still got out the weather being genuinely fine. Here are their briefings N6BLU: The absolute toughest conditions were had at the beginning of the clubs POTA today. Never has it taken so long to get that firstContinue reading “Amateur Radio Day POTA Haul”

Technicians License Course

A free Technician ham radio class will be held on March 21-22, focusing on the Technician license and essential theory. This educational opportunity aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the exam and underlying concepts. For more details and registration, contact Scott N7JI at ars.n7ji@gmail.com.

Software. Big Improvement!

Post Card From Winter Field Day operating 1O-OR. Backlog of garden chores kept me away from Powers on Sunday. Rats. Anyway I was able to take my gear out and get some radio playtime in the yard. Late last week I installed the latest Xiegu X6100 OEM ‘ware on my radio. These bits for firmwareContinue reading “Software. Big Improvement!”

Bruised Ionosphere

Conditions should improve by late tomorrow. We are experiencing the impact of a major solar event that began on January 19, 2026. While solar flux is high (generally good for DX), the atmosphere is extremely “noisy” and unstable due to a direct hit from a fast-moving Coronal Mass Ejection (CME). Impact on Ham Radio OperationsContinue reading “Bruised Ionosphere”

Winter Field Day 2026

Winter Field Days, scheduled for January 24-25, 2026, at Powers High School Pavilion, aims to enhance portable emergency communications amid winter hazards. Organized by the Coos County Radio Club and Coos County ARES, the event focuses on improving emergency preparedness and radio operation skills under challenging weather conditions. Participants will engage in communication using various amateur radio bands and modes.

Club Week Nov 1-8

Special Event, call K7CCH to… Clubs contact other clubs, exchange QSL cards… Clubs across the country will be on the air for the newest operating event of the year — Club Week! Club Week Nov 1-8 The National Amateur Radio Alliance (NARA) is proud to introduce Club Week. Running November 1–8, 2025, Club Week isContinue reading “Club Week Nov 1-8”