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- by Mark Haverstock, K8MSHAmateur radio has always been a hobby for all ages, from curious teenagers building their first radio kit to retirees chatting across continents. However, as we age, we may find […] The post Operating Accommodations: Ham Radio for Seniors, Part 1 appeared first on OnAllBands.
- by OnAllBandsIf you know a student who is a licensed amateur radio operator and is looking toward pursuing higher education, be sure to pass on this message: The 2026 ARRL Foundation […] The post Thousands of Dollars in Scholarship Money Available for Young Licensed Hams—Apply Today! appeared first on OnAllBands.
- by OnAllBandsWe begin this edition of our gift guide with a few pertinent questions as the holiday season approaches: What do you get the ham in your life who doesn’t need […] The post Ham Radio Holiday Gift Guide 2025 Part 5: DX Engineering Logo Apparel appeared first on OnAllBands.
- by Wayne KE8JFWOnAllBands is putting a bow on the ham radio year with our final contesting guide of 2025. It has been another banner trip around the sun (courtesy of Solar Cycle […] The post Guide to December 2025 Ham Radio Contests—Year-End Wrap-Up Edition appeared first on OnAllBands.
- by Wayne KE8JFWHere’s an excellent opportunity to add Azerbaijan to your list of DXing conquests for 2025. DL4XT as 4K/DL4XT is planning an HF operation from Azerbaijan Dec. 26-Jan. 3. You can […] The post It’s All in the Cards! QSL Cards from Azerbaijan appeared first on OnAllBands.
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- by Thomas WitherspoonI was recently invited onto Techtonic, the weekly technology program on WFMU, hosted by Mark Hurst. If you’ve never listened to Techtonic, I encourage you to check it out—it’s one of the most thoughtful shows out there about how technology shapes our lives and communities. Techtonic homepage Episode featuring our conversation Mark’s blog post about […]
- by Thomas WitherspoonMany thanks to Dan (NM3A) who shares the following article about his portable field radio kit which will be featured on our Field Kit Gallery page. If you would like to share your field kit with the QRPer community, read this post. Dan writes: SOTA (tr)uSDX Field Go Kit by Dan (NM3A) Effective Field Go Kits vary from […]
- by Thomas WitherspoonDear QRPer family, First and foremost, I want to express my deepest gratitude for the outpouring of kindness following Hazel’s passing last week. Your comments, messages, stories, and virtual hugs brought such comfort to our family. Reading your words reminded me how this community extends far beyond radio—it’s a circle of genuine care. Thank you […]
- by Thomas WitherspoonFriends, This has been a difficult week, and it’s taken me until now to share this with you. My sweet furry companion and POTA/SOTA dog, Hazel, passed away last Friday. If you want to know what happened, keep reading–and please forgive me in advance for this diversion from our normal content. I consider everyone here […]
- by Thomas Witherspoonby Thomas (K4SWL) On Saturday, November 8, 2025, we had an afternoon planned with the family in the Raleigh area. But that morning, my wife and daughters had other plans, which meant I could sneak away for a little radio therapy. After dropping my daughter off at a meeting, I realized I was only about […]
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