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Bug Fist Practice: Pairing the Bug Emulator and Begali Traveler for a Morning POTA Session!
by Thomas (K4SWL) On the morning of Sunday, September 6, 2026, I was in Raleigh, and our family, of course, had a day planned on this Labor Day weekend. But I wanted to spend a little time on the radio, as well, and head out early so that it was a little cooler than it … <a href="https://qrper.com/2026/10/bug-fist-practice-pairing-the-bug-emulator-and-begali-traveler-for-a-morning-pota-session/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Bug Fist Practice: Pairing the Bug Emulator and Begali Traveler for a Morning POTA Session!</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Shortwave Memories — Richard E. Wood
by Karl D. Forth Richard E. Wood may have been the best-known DXer ever. I first met him briefly at a radio convention in the mid-1970s; it may have been Columbus or Atlanta. A friend, Robert Kramer, had met him earlier and hadn’t enjoyed his first encounter. Rob had asked Richard to autograph his copy […]
The Google gadget is back and running
 It seems Google has finally gotten around to fixing its Blogs I Follow gadget! The original issue was that it had completely stopped updating. You can read my previous post to see the workaround I used while waiting for the folks at Google to add...
KB2PIZ: Persistence Pays Off at Saltwater State Park (US-3262)
by Mark (KB2PIZ) Each September, I head to Auburn, Washington. This year I brought my Lab 599 TX500, an Elecraft T1 tuner, the Chameleon LEFS 40, and a Bienno 72Whr 12-volt battery. After the morning presentations, I had a couple of hours before the afternoon and evening events. Saltwater State Park was 15 minutes away, … <a href="https://qrper.com/2026/10/kb2piz-persistence-pays-off-at-saltwater-state-park-us-3262/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">KB2PIZ: Persistence Pays Off at Saltwater State Park (US-3262)</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
An Analog Touch of Class for SDRAngel: Two New Open-Source Tools for SWLs and SDR Enthusiasts
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Patrizio (IN3032SWL), who writes: Dear SWLing Post Readers, Before presenting the projects, I would like to share a brief personal reflection. I am 59 years old, not a professional programmer, I still use an old PC running Windows 7, and I am studying to take the amateur radio license […]
Join Me: Second Annual Bug-Out Month Begins October 1, 2026
by Thomas (K4SWL) Last October, I made a pledge: to commit myself to learning the art of the CW bug through regular field practice. That first “Bug-Out Month” taught me plenty—including how humbling it is to send reliable code on a semi-automatic key! This year, I’m doing it again. Starting October 1, I’ll once again … <a href="https://qrper.com/2026/09/join-me-second-annual-bug-out-month-begins-october-1-2026/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Join Me: Second Annual Bug-Out Month Begins October 1, 2026</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Arrived at the Pacific Ocean
We continued on our trip following the Lewis and Clark National Historical Trail, crossing Idaho into Washington and Oregon. And, yes, we arrived at the Pacific Ocean, near Astoria, OR, completing our adventure, in 24 days, driving 3725 miles. More on ...
It’s a Six Park POTA Sprint!
<p>POTA Roves are a great way to spice up your Parks on the Air activations. Instead of going out to just one park and getting on the air, you chain together several parks and hit them in rapid succession. Speed the process up and you’ve got a sprint; quick activations of a dozen or so […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.jpole-antenna.com/2026/09/30/its-a-six-park-pota-sprint/">It’s a Six Park POTA Sprint!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.jpole-antenna.com">KB9VBR Antennas</a>.</p>
More BBC Local Radio Mediumwave Closures in November 2026
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Majid Hussain, who shares this update from the BBC: BBC Local Radio Medium Wave transmission changes BBC Local Radio Medium Wave transmission services in Cumbria, Derby, Gloucestershire, Norfolk and Somerset will close by the end of November 2026. This is the final phase of a switch off process which […]
Carlos’ Illustrated Radio Listening Report and Recording of Radio Bandeirantes & NHK (September 23-24, 2026)
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor and noted political cartoonist Carlos Latuff, who shares the following illustrated radio listening report. Carlos notes: Whether in Japan or Brazil, El Niño knows no borders! …10 dead and 4 missing due to heavy rains from Typhoon No. 25 in Chiba and Kanagawa… “We have reached a toll of 6 dead and […]
More Pirate Radio Waterfall Images
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Perry Lusk, who writes: Thanks to Dan Greenall for the article on SDR waterfalls. There is a lot of activity lately that I have found on the Kiwi SDR KF8KK located in Michigan. So far, Stern Radio has the most creative examples: As you can see, they broadcast in […]
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Extraordinary SOTA on Vetter Mountain with N6ARA, KD7DTS, and K6ARK
by Thomas (K4SWL) On Saturday, August 22, 2026, I found myself waking up in California, preparing to do something I’d been looking forward to for quite some time: a West Coast SOTA activation with friends. This one turned out to be one of the most memorable days I’ve ever spent on the air. How I … <a href="https://qrper.com/2026/09/extraordinary-sota-on-vetter-mountain-with-n6ara-kd7dts-and-k6ark/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Extraordinary SOTA on Vetter Mountain with N6ARA, KD7DTS, and K6ARK</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
More classical jams served up in the radio room
Hi to all our SWLing Post friends. Here’s this week’s Imaginary Stations schedule for your shortwave radio/SDR listening pleasure. On Wednesday 30th September 2026, at 0200 hrs UTC on 9395 kHz we bring you WHFM Herman’s Radio & Record Room via WRMI. The show returns to the airwaves with new episodes featuring mid-century music from […]
The ARDC wants you
 Applications are open Sept. 15 – Oct. 30, 2026. ARDC is now accepting applications for our 2027 volunteer cohort. We’re looking for qualified individuals to contribute their time and expertise across several committees and teams: Grants Advis...
LHS Episode #632: 44Net Connect with John Burwell KI5QKX
Hello and welcome back everyone! You're joining us for episode 632 of Linux in the Ham Shack, the most terrific amateur radio podcast on the internet! This week we're sharing news about what has been going on in our lives, as well as chatting with our special guest, John Burwell, KI5QKX who will be talking to us about 44Net
A New Ham’s Guide to Overcomplicating Everything: 2M Satellite CW To Get in a Gang?
by Josh (VE3YTX) As a new Ham, I’ve been exploring the different pockets of our hobby. Recently, I caught the CW bug and, after forcing myself to get past my key fright, I started doing POTA. Let’s just say once I got on the air, I was hooked. I’ve been out about a dozen times … <a href="https://qrper.com/2026/09/a-new-hams-guide-to-overcomplicating-everything-2m-satellite-cw-to-get-in-a-gang/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">A New Ham’s Guide to Overcomplicating Everything: 2M Satellite CW To Get in a Gang?</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
The Vietnamese Marine Radio Network
By Don Moore Don’s traveling DX stories can be found in his book Tales of a Vagabond DXer [SWLing Post affiliate link]. If you’ve already read his book and enjoyed it, do Don a favor and leave a review on Amazon. Fair warning … This article comes with a quiz at the end! If asked […]
Q5 Interview with WRTC team MB1I
For some time now, I’ve been following Q5 on YouTube. It covers many aspects of contesting, POTA, DXpeditions, and other areas of amateur radio.Their latest video deals with the WRTC cheating controversy. It is a one-on-one interview with Braco, E77...
Remembering Four Silent Keys
<p><span>We are saddened to report this week on the passing of four well-known amateurs, including two members of the extended “ARRL family.” </span></p><p> </p><p><span>Longtime ARRL Rhode Island Section Manager Robert George “Bob” Beaudet, W1YRC, became a Silent Key on September 10, 2026, at age 88. An ARRL Life Member, Gold-Level Diamond Club member, and Maxim Society member in the President Class, Beaudet served as Rhode Isla...</span></p>
