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Summertime, Summertime, Sum, Sum, Summertime
I like wearing shorts whenever I can, even when it might a touch on the chilly side. When it’s chilly outside, and my wife sees my bare legs, she’ll say, “What, you think it’s summertime?” At this point, I break into song, singing the chorus of “Summertime, Summertime,” the 1958 hit of the Jamies. Today, […]
Shortwave Unlocked: A New Book from Patrick Garner
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor, Patrick Garner, who shares the following press release featuring his new book: Patrick Garner, a long-time DXer and author, has just published Shortwave Unlocked: Antennas, Signals, Secrets & the World at Your Fingertips. The 180-page book is the first comprehensive shortwave radio guidebook published in recent years. Garner started […]
A Transoceanic on the Beach? Help Ed ID This Mystery Radio
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Ed, who writes: Here in Philly, while perusing a vintage artifacts store here in Philadelphia, I found a 1958 magazine with a photograph of an attractive shortwave receiver model. Maybe readers of the SWLing Post can identify this radio? Is it the successor to the Zenith Transoceanic series? Cheers, […]
LHS Episode #612: The Weekender CXXXVIII
It's time for The Weekender! This is our departure into the world of hedonism, random topic excursions, whimsy and (hopefully) knowledge. Thanks for listening and, if you happen to get a chance, feel free to call us or e-mail and send us some feedback. Tell us how we're doing. We'd love to hear from you. 73 de The LHS Crew
My First Pebble HF Activation: One Watt, iPhone-Powered POTA!
by Thomas (K4SWL) On Tuesday, March 17, 2026, my daughter Geneva (K4TLI) and I made our way to Zebulon Vance Birthplace (US-6856) for a Parks on the Air activation. It had been a while since I’d visited this site, and it turned out to be a cold day. Earlier that week, we had temperatures that … <a href="https://qrper.com/2026/04/my-first-pebble-hf-activation-one-watt-iphone-powered-pota/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">My First Pebble HF Activation: One Watt, iPhone-Powered POTA!</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Ham College 138
Ham College episode 138 is now available for download. Technician Exam Questions Part 25 T9A – Antennas: vertical and horizontal polarization, concept of antenna gain, definition and types of beam antennas, antenna loading, common portable and mobile antennas, relationships between resonant length and frequency, and dipole pattern. T9B – Feed lines: types, attenuation vs frequency, … <a href="http://www.amateurlogic.tv/blog/?p=1849" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Ham College 138</span></a>
Technician Class – Buena Vista, CO
<p>Ham Radio License Class Buena Vista, Colorado The Technician license is your gateway to the worldwide fun and excitement of Amateur Radio Earn your ham radio Technician class license Learn to operate on the ham bands, 10 meters and higher Learn to use the many VHF/UHF FM repeaters in Colorado Pass your FCC amateur radio license exam in class Schedule: <a class="more-link" href="https://www.k0nr.com/wordpress/2026/04/tech-class-bv-co/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text"> Technician Class – Buena Vista, CO</span><span class="meta-nav">?</span></a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.k0nr.com/wordpress/2026/04/tech-class-bv-co/">Technician Class – Buena Vista, CO</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.k0nr.com/wordpress">The KØNR Radio Site</a>.</p>
Amateur Radio Weekly – Issue 416
Reverse engineering VARA FM part 1 – Connection request Without the ability to decode messages, how could we possibly enforce FCC Part 97.113(a)(4)? The Modern Ham The “Every Ham” Radio Contest You can only submit 5 contacts. K3CAN Did FT8 save Amateur Radio? Do you believe all those FT8 signals would transfer to CW and […]
Texas Radio Shortwave: Schedule for May 2026
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Terry (N5RTC), who shares the following schedules for Texas Radio Shortwave (click image to enlarge):
The ARRL Solar Update
<p>Solar activity remained at low levels this week. Most of the C-class activity came from either Region 4414 or Region 4409, which has developed a delta spot in its intermediary area. All remaining spots were either stable or in slight decay, with Region 4406 rotating over the west limb by the end of the reporting period.<br /> <br />Coronal activity was observed in CCOR-1, LASCO and STEREO available imager...</p>
ARRL Announces Change in Central Division Leadership
<p>Brent Walls, N9BA, has resigned as Central Division Director of ARRL The National Association for Amateur Radio<span>®</span>, citing professional and personal commitments. He served as Director since 2025, and before that as Vice Director beginning in 2021.</p><p>“Serving in the capacity of Division Director has been a truly rewarding experience and the highlight of my amateur radio journey,” said Walls in a mess...</p>
Register Now for the 2026 ARRL Youth Rally at Dayton Hamvention®
2026 ARRL Field Day Merch Now Shipping—Celebrate America250 with a Commemorative Design
Introducing the QRPup Cup: A Small Way to Celebrate “Ham’s Best Friend” (and Support a Student!)
Many of you will remember our sweet Hazel. Losing her last year to cancer was incredibly difficult (and still is)—not just for our family, but, as I was deeply touched to discover, for many of you in this community as well. Hazel had a way of connecting with people, even through photos and field reports. … <a href="https://qrper.com/2026/04/introducing-the-qrpup-cup-a-small-way-to-celebrate-hams-best-friend-and-support-a-student/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Introducing the QRPup Cup: A Small Way to Celebrate “Ham’s Best Friend” (and Support a Student!)</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
A Spring Sunday in Japan: Cemeteries, Cherry Blossoms, and POTA
by Mark (JJ5GVY/KB2PIZ) April 5, 2026, started out as a normal Sunday morning. Do a load of laundry, vacuum, and make the rounds to the cemeteries to pay respects to my wife’s ancestors. This tradition is a large part of Japanese culture: visiting the cemetery, giving flowers, and chatting/praying to all the ancestors in the … <a href="https://qrper.com/2026/04/a-spring-sunday-in-japan-cemeteries-cherry-blossoms-and-pota/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">A Spring Sunday in Japan: Cemeteries, Cherry Blossoms, and POTA</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Just Two QSOs Short: A Fun Activation at Ritsurin Park (JP-2051)
by Mark (JJ5GVY/KB2PIZ) My wife had a dentist appointment at 4:00 PM. That gave us all afternoon to go to the park and see the cherry blossoms. Ritsurin Park is our go-to park in the city of Takamatsu and one of the prettiest gardens in all of Japan. Particularly right now, as the cherry blossoms … <a href="https://qrper.com/2026/04/just-two-qsos-short-a-fun-activation-at-ritsurin-park-jp-2051/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Just Two QSOs Short: A Fun Activation at Ritsurin Park (JP-2051)</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Elecraft Donates Amateur Radio Station to W1AW
<p>ARRL The National Association for Amateur Radio® has welcomed a new high-performance Elecraft station to Studio 3 at W1AW, the Hiram Percy Maxim Memorial Station, at its headquarters in Newington, Connecticut.</p><p></p><p>Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Watsonville, California, Elecraft produces high-performance amateur radio equipment available both factory-assembled and as kits. Its product line span...</p>
Texas Go Kit Challenge and KI5OEB’s Tactical EMP Trashcan!
by James (KI5OEB) I was invited to attend the Texas Go Kit Challenge this year by one of the organizers of the event. I was in the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex for a different reason completely, but that afforded me the chance to attend the event at Doubletree Park in Highland Village. The Go Kit Challenge … <a href="https://qrper.com/2026/04/texas-go-kit-challenge-and-ki5oebs-tactical-emp-trashcan/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Texas Go Kit Challenge and KI5OEB’s Tactical EMP Trashcan!</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Ralph Perry’s New Substack Featuring Short Stories as “Chet Nairene”
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor, DXer, and author, Ralph Perry, who writes: Hi Thomas – Just a quick one to advise I’ve opened up a new account for my nom de plume, Chet Nairene, on Substack. This is a source for FREE short stories centering around my usual sweet spot, Westerners getting in over […]
A Source for Old Time Radio: ROKiT Radio
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Bruce, who writes: Hi Thomas – For fans of Old Time Radio this is an excellent source of a variety of programs. I came across these channels on Radio Garden. Here is a link to their website: https://rokitradio.com Enjoy! Thanks for the tip, Bruce!
