Foundations of Amateur Radio
When you share the hobby grows
Recently I received a lovely email from Simon G0EIY, who reminded me that there is a voice-keyer that fits into a microphone. It was designed by Olli DH8BQA as a replacement for a standard Yaesu MH-31 microphone. I’d come across this a while ago and for several reasons put off actually ordering one, but Simon’s encouragement tipped me over the fence and I’ve placed my order

24th annual ILLW on track despite Covid
The International Lighthouse Lightship Weekend is alive and well despite the global upheaval caused by Covid-19. This time last year we all thought we were looking at cancelling but regular supporters wanted the event to be a beacon of hope

Roundabout Radio Adventures
Richard Newstead G3CWI, has resumed making content for his popular Radio Adventures YouTube channel. He looks at all aspects of portable radio operating in a lighthearted but informative way

Youth Radio Science Field Day
Students will talk with astronauts on the International Space Station via Amateur Radio in October of 2021. This activity is part of the ARISS (Amateur Radio on the International Space Station) Program, which promotes learning opportunities as part of the STEM (Science, Technology, Education, and Math) initiative. To kick off this event, this summer we will start with a free Youth Radio Science Field Day event on Saturday, June 26th

Field Day 2021: ARRL extends temporary rule waivers
Sponsored by the ARRL and RAC (but organized primarily by the ARRL), Field Day is open to all Amateur Radio operators covered by these two International Amateur Radio Union (IARU) member organizations

Bitcoin to the Moon: LABRE write to ANATEL
Brazil’s national amateur radio society LABRE has written to the communications regulator ANATEL regarding the alleged sending of Bitcoin via amateur radio Moonbounce (EME)