Youth Ham Radio Insights: Making Friends and Exchanging Cultures Around the World
The cultural exchange aspect of amateur radio has been one of my favorite parts of the hobby. I can vividly remember the first few DX contacts that I made the […]
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Contesting 101: Multitasking and SO2R—a Look at the Challenges, the Latest Gear, and 2BSIQ
Editor’s Note: OnAllBands is pleased to post a series of articles written by accomplished amateur radio contester and DX Engineering customer/technical support specialist Kirk Pickering, K4RO. The articles, originally published in the […]
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Youth Ham Radio Insights—How Amateur Radio Clubs Can Help Young Operators
During my six years in amateur radio, I’ve been involved with numerous clubs and organizations, from small local groups to those with members worldwide. Each one I’ve been part of […]
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Youth Ham Radio Insights—Exciting Opportunities for Young Operators at Dayton Hamvention®
As one of the largest hamfests in the world, Dayton Hamvention® is a great place for young amateur radio enthusiasts to become more involved in the hobby. There are plenty […]
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I Just Earned My Amateur Radio License. What’s an Easy Way for Me to Get on the Air?
Also, I want to activate a park. Is there a simple solution for putting together a POTA station? Well done! Kudos! Huzzah! Congrats! Take a bow! You’ve studied hard and […]
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Contesting 101: The Contesting Community
Editor’s note: OnAllBands is pleased to post a series of articles written by accomplished amateur radio contester and DX Engineering customer/technical support specialist Kirk Pickering, K4RO. The articles, originally published in the […]
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Youth Ham Radio Insights—Contacting an Astronaut, Operating from an Island, Making Friends—A Week of YOTA Camp in Halifax
Editor’s Note: This is the third in a series of articles about the excitement and learning young operators can experience at Youth On The Air (YOTA) Camps. Discover much more […]
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Ham Radio 101: Dummy Loads—Smart Idea
Several options available at DX Engineering, including the new DXE 1,500W 1-54 MHz Dry Dummy Load You may have heard the term “dummy load” before. While the name might give […]
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A Week of Fun and Learning at YOTA Americas Camp 2025
The fifth annual Youth on the Air (YOTA) Americas Camp took place from June 15-20 just outside of Denver in Thornton, Colorado. There were nearly 35 campers representing a number […]
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Earning Your Amateur Radio License—a License to Learn
Strong Support from Elmers Makes it Possible for Young Operators Editor’s Note: Katie Campbell, KE8LQR, was recently selected as the 2025 Bill Pasternak WA6ITF Memorial Amateur Radio Newsline Young Ham […]
