In this episode of ARRL’s monthly On The Air podcast:
“Contesting encompasses so much of the hobby,” says seasoned contester
Craig Thompson, K9CT, “from station building, learning how to operate,
understanding propagation, knowing rules, learning from your peers,”
that there’s something in it for every ham radio operator. As current
member and former president of the Society of Midwest Contesters,
Craig knows the ins and outs of running a contest club and ensuring
that the value proposition makes sense to the average member. In this
episode, Craig talks about why you might want to get involved with a
contest club, what it entails, and how these specialized clubs stir up
on-air activity that benefits every ham.