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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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Contest University from a Young Ham’s Perspective

While Dayton Hamvention® is an amazing event for young hams, Contest University (CTU) held the Thursday before the event is not to be missed! CTU has something to offer every […]

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YOTA Junior Camp Focuses on Getting Even Younger Operators Excited About Amateur Radio

The inaugural Youth on the Air (YOTA) Junior Camp took place July 25-27 at the National Voice of America Museum of Broadcasting in West Chester, Ohio, just outside of Cincinnati. […]

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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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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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Youth Ham Radio Insights: School Clubs Encourage Students to Pursue Their Amateur Licenses

School clubs are a great way to get young people interested in, or at least exposed to, amateur radio. Without my school club, K8LPS, I wouldn’t have had the motivation […]

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Youth Ham Radio Insights: A Visit to the 2025 Friedrichshafen Ham Fair in Germany

While most hams in the U.S. are familiar with amateur radio conventions like Dayton Hamvention® and Orlando HamCation, many may not be aware of the Friedrichshafen Ham Fair, which is […]

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How Amateur Radio Fosters a Culture of Leadership in Young People

When I got my amateur radio license at the end of fifth grade, I was a very shy, quiet young lady who wasn’t likely to stand up and speak or […]

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Youth Ham Radio Insights: My Experiences at YOTA Camp Ottawa

As a young ham, it can be challenging to know how to get more involved with the hobby. Even if you’re interested in exploring unfamiliar aspects of the amateur radio […]

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Youth Ham Radio Insights: Making Friends Through Amateur Radio

Being someone many of my peers would consider to be “a nerd,” I don’t have an extravagantly large friend group at my small high school. A few months ago during […]