Red River Radio Amateurs

WASHINGTON, November 13, 2023 – The Federal Communications Commission today adopted new rules to incentivize innovation and experimentation in the amateur radio bands by removing outdated restrictions and providing licensees with the flexibility to use modern digital emissions.

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.

As of October 2023 the location for RRRA club meetings / activities and RRRAES ARES meetings is now the Fargo Public Safety Building (AKA Cass County Emergency Management).

Celebrate 75 years of US Air Force MARS operation with an Amateur Radio Special Event in the Technician and General portions of the 160–6 meter bands (excepting 60M) from November 5th 0001Z through November 11th 2359Z using SSB, CW, and digital modes.

This is a certificate only event; no QSLs will be exchanged.

The November 2023 Contest Corral is available for download from the ARRL Contest Calendar page.