Post Tagged with: "Youth"

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Young Ops, Big Signals—Previewing the PJ2T Youth Contest Operation of October 2025

Most hams understand the need to support and encourage the younger generation’s involvement in amateur radio. Today I want to highlight one group, one station, and one team in particular […]

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Youth Ham Radio Insights: Opportunities for Young Operators, from Scholarships to College Clubs

Young people are faced with immense amounts of pressure in nearly every aspect of their lives—maintaining a close-knit social circle, making sure to keep up with and excel in school, […]

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Youth Ham Radio Insights: Contacting an Astronaut on the International Space Station

Having the opportunity to participate in an ARISS contact is an incredible experience, and certainly a very memorable one. If you’re not familiar with ARISS, it stands for Amateur Radio […]

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From Contest Station to Coral Reefs: A Youth Perspective on Contesting and a First DXpedition to the South Pacific

Over six years ago a group of young operators (average age of 16) gathered at superstation K3LR for 48 hours of extreme caffeine levels and high adrenaline otherwise known as […]

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HAM Radio 101

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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HAM Radio 101

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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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 […]