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ARRL Teachers Institute – Multiplying the Message

ARRL The National Association for Amateur Radio® welcomed the year’s first cohort of educators to attend a session of the ARRL Teachers Institute on Wireless Technology (TI) at headquarters this week. The group follows on the success of the Louisiana-based session last week, and one on Staten Island in New York City this past in January.The educators traveled from all over the country to attend... [...]

2025 ARRL Field Day - Are You Ready?

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Jobs for Hams: Join the ARRL Team

ARRL is looking for some new members of our Newington, Connecticut-based headquarters staff. There are several roles for which we’re seeking qualified candidates. If you’re into amateur radio, ARRL is a tremendous place to work.The Membership Manager is responsible for leading efforts related to ARRL membership growth, engagement, and retention. This role serves as the primary point of contact ... [...]

The 2025 ARRL June VHF Contest is This Weekend

The 2025 ARRL June VHF Contest is this weekend, starting at 1800 UTC on Saturday, June 14, and concluding at 0259 UTC on Monday, June 16. Late spring weather brings enhanced tropospheric ducting and meteor scatter. Plus, it’s the peak of the sporadic-E season. Take advantage of these propagation enhancements and have some fun on the VHF and UHF bands.ARRL Contest Program Manager Paul Bourque, N... [...]

ARRL Section Manager Nomination Results

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Palms West Hamfest in West Palm Beach

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A Simple One-Chip TRF AM Receiver
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