October 1, 2025 – October 15, 2025

AUTUMN BLAZE is a 15-day amateur radio event focused on the 2-meter, 6-meter, and 10-meter bands, using single side band (SSB). This event is designed to bring operators together to test their skills, evaluate their equipment, and fine-tune their stations before the busy winter season ahead.

The event begins at 00:00 UTC on October 1, 2025 and concludes at 23:59:59 UTC on October 15, 2025.

Purpose of the Event

• Evaluate and test radio equipment under real-world conditions.
• Make adjustments and improvements, then re-test during the event.
• Enjoy friendly competition and connect with other operators.

Who Can Participate

The event is open to all FCC-licensed amateur radio operators.

Important: All contacts must be made between FCC-licensed operators only.

Logging Rules

• A station may be logged once per band within each 24-hour period.
• Days start and end at 00:00 UTC.
• All frequencies used must be within Technician-class license privileges.

Approved SSB Frequency Ranges

• 2 Meter: 144.200 – 144.275 MHz
• 6 Meter: 50.125 – 50.300 MHz
• 10 Meter: 28.300 – 28.500 MHz

Suggested Common Calling Frequencies

To make it easier for participants to find each other, several operators have suggested the following common listening frequencies:

• 2M SSB: 144.230 MHz
• 6M SSB: 50.130 MHz
• 10M SSB: 28.420 MHz

You may make contacts directly on these frequencies. If a frequency is busy, move to another frequency within the approved ranges listed above.

Get ready to light up the airwaves this October — sharpen your skills, test your gear, and join the fun with AUTUMN BLAZE 2025!