New DXCC Entity Announced on April 1—Micro Pohnie
The newest DX entity is the Republic of the Micro Pohnie Islands. The call signs assigned to this island republic are 1APR1 – 30APR30. This small island chain is located […]
An Amateur Radio Blog by DX Engineering Articles written by: Tom Parkinson, KB8UUZ
Tom, KB8UUZ, DX Engineering technical writer, holds an Extra Class license and has been licensed since 1994. He enjoys DXing, contesting, and getting QSL cards. Honors, associations, and activities include: Over 30,400 logged contacts, DXCC with 298 confirmed, VUCC with 366 grids confirmed, WAS, WAC, WAZ, CQ Field Grid, Worked All Counties, ARRL Life Member, ARRL A-1 Operator, ARRL Volunteer Examiner, ARRL WAS Card Checker, 10-10 Life Member, Association of Naval Aviation Life Member, Veterans of Foreign Wars Life Member, and American Legion Member.
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HAM Radio 101
Amateur Radio Newsletters—Practical Advice on Putting One Together for Your Club
Your club newsletter is the introduction of your club to prospective members. Many hams (new and old) will visit a club website to see what the club is like or […]
Antenna Tech / Technical Articles
Tech Tips for Assembling/Installing a New Beam or Vertical Antenna
Here are just a few tips on what to do when assembling a new antenna. The suggestions hold true for both vertical and horizontal antennas. This is a basic information […]
