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Field Radio Kit Extras: What Do You Pack?
This morning, I was repacking my main field radio backpack and taking a close look at what I carry. As I was doing that, I added something new to my main field pack: three bandpass filters — one each for 40m, 30m, and 20m. I purchased these from Dan (K9DP). Honestly, this is not something … <a href="https://qrper.com/2026/02/field-radio-kit-extras-what-do-you-pack/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Field Radio Kit Extras: What Do You Pack?</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Radio Clubs Encouraged to Plan Now for April Ham Radio Open House
<p>ARRL The National Association for Amateur Radio® is inviting radio clubs to participate in the second annual Ham Radio Open House in April. Hosting an Open House gives clubs and schools the opportunity to promote amateur radio science and technology by opening their stations to the public and showcasing their hi-tech gear and operating skills.</p><p></p><p>In addition, clubs are encouraged to set up in publi...</p>
Happy World Radio Day 2026: Celebrating 80 Years Since UN Radio’s First Broadcast
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Carlos Latuff, who shares a reminder that today — February 13 — marks World Radio Day, celebrated each year on the anniversary of the moment United Nations Radio first went on the air 80 years ago. This UN News article highlights radio’s enduring role as one of the world’s […]
ARRL Mourns the Loss of Sharon Taratula, Awards Manager
<p>ARRL The National Association for Amateur Radio® is saddened to share the news that Sharon Taratula, who served the League with dedication and distinction for 32 years, passed away on February 4, 2026.</p><p></p><p>Sharon joined ARRL on January 31, 1994, as DXCC Awards Technician. She later served as Administrative Assistant (1996), MVP Administrative Manager (2011), and from 2016 until her passing, as Award...</p>
World Radio Day: Kentucky’s Real People Radio
A new documentary from the BBC, produced by SWLing Post friend and contributor David Goren and presented by Maria Margaronis, is now available to listen to online. Kentucky’s Real People Radio, from The Documentary Podcast, visits WMMT in Whitesburg, Kentucky, a small community radio station known locally as “Possum Radio,” which serves coalfield communities in […]
This portable antenna crushed four ham radio bands in the park
<p>Over the years, I’ve demo’ed countless end fed half wave antennas. Operation on most of them is pretty much all the same. I’ve said numerous times that an end fed, is an end fed, is an end fed. Despite minor differences, you are going to get similar results. But there is one one end fed […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.jpole-antenna.com/2026/02/11/this-portable-antenna-crushed-four-ham-radio-bands-in-the-park/">This portable antenna crushed four ham radio bands in the park</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.jpole-antenna.com">KB9VBR Antennas</a>.</p>
World Radio Day: Vatican Radio Celebrates with 7 Multi-Language Programs
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor David Iurescia, who shares the following news from Vatican Radio: On 13 February 2026, on the occasion of World Radio Day (WRD), Radio Vaticana – Vatican News has organised a special initiative in seven languages with seven radio programs that will become themed podcasts dedicated to the future of […]
Tim Davie Warns of Funding Cliff for the BBC World Service
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Mark Hirst, who shares this Guardian article examining the future of the BBC World Service. In the piece, outgoing BBC Director-General Tim Davie warns that the World Service is approaching a serious funding cliff, with the current government support agreement set to expire and no replacement yet in place. […]
Riding the shortwave train
Greetings all SWLing Post community! Imaginary Stations brings you another Downbeat on Shortwave on Saturday 14th February at 1200 hrs UTC on 6160 kHz and then again on Sunday 15th February at 1000/1400/2100 hrs UTC on 6160 kHz (via the services of Shortwave Gold). Guest DJs Jesse Yuen and One Deck Pete bring you two 15-minute downtempo […]
This is why I keep producing study guides
When I first started publishing my No Nonsense license study guides, there were really only three of us producing amateur radio license study guides: the ARRL, Gordon West, and me. Now, there are many more. If you do a search on Amazon for “Technician Class license study guide,” you’ll see that there are at least […]
EI3LH: The Long Road to an Elecraft KH1 — Ian’s First Field Tests & Impressions
Many thanks to Ian (EI3LH), who shares the following post, originally posted on his blog: New year, new radio. Taking the Elecraft KH1 for a test drive. by Ian (EI3LH) Radios are, in my opinion, more often than not, somewhat bland aesthetic affairs. Usually, lumps of various shades of black/grey/insertboringcolourschemeasapplicable and fairly tedious to behold. The … <a href="https://qrper.com/2026/02/ei3lh-the-long-road-to-an-elecraft-kh1-ians-first-field-tests-impressions/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">EI3LH: The Long Road to an Elecraft KH1 — Ian’s First Field Tests & Impressions</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Radio Bulgaria Marks Its 90th Anniversary with a New QSL Card Series
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Paul Jamet, who shares the following update and QSL card images related to Bulgarian National Radio (BNR) and Radio Bulgaria. As Radio Bulgaria looks ahead to its 90th anniversary in 2026, Bulgarian National Radio has announced a new commemorative QSL card series for listeners who submit reception reports. The […]
The Remarkable Life of Dr. Leslie Radnay, W1PL
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Dan Greenall, who writes: I know many of your readers are amateur radio operators and have a passion for all things radio. A couple of years ago, I was sorting through some of my old ham QSL’s and this one from W1PL caught my eye. A quick internet check […]
Sliderule Emulator with Equation Solver
<div> <h2>Hemmi/Post 1460 Versalog Slide Rule</h2> <p>A classic slide rule replica implemented in JavaScript. All scales are programmatically drawn from reverse-engineered mathematical equations.</p><div class="separator"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivLRw861HbGE3T-ajCyTGSfLzcW6LdyP4SP5T6Pr7lnih5l8RPDR-tAWJoyeVOkp5FjW6bcbOkNVqFfF-aVWp4v6fYrsF2M6YlosWEeIkxpK3KNCBsxChblfX58qQXCBGI8XKJ8DLPKrqDJmAdPc0c-d1_UXVihAVVRMc1r9aIpopFBbPiKXpgoROciVM/s4080/slide-rule-image.jpg"><img border="0" data-original-height="3072" data-original-width="4080" height="301" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivLRw861HbGE3T-ajCyTGSfLzcW6LdyP4SP5T6Pr7lnih5l8RPDR-tAWJoyeVOkp5FjW6bcbOkNVqFfF-aVWp4v6fYrsF2M6YlosWEeIkxpK3KNCBsxChblfX58qQXCBGI8XKJ8DLPKrqDJmAdPc0c-d1_UXVihAVVRMc1r9aIpopFBbPiKXpgoROciVM/w400-h301/slide-rule-image.jpg" width="400"/></a></div> <!-- Responsive iframe container --> <div> </div> <p> <a href="https://thingsabove.github.io/Sliderule-Simulator-with-Solver/react/hemmi_versalog.html" target="_blank"> Open in Full Screen ? </a> </p> <hr /> <h3>How to Use</h3> <ul> <li><strong>Drag</strong> the rule or cursor with your mouse</li> <li><strong>Scroll</strong> with mouse wheel to zoom in/out</li> <li><strong>Right-click</strong> on cursor or scale to enter values: <ul> <li>Numbers: <code>3.14</code></li> <li>Constants: <code>pi</code>, <code>e</code></li> <li>Degrees: <code>2:30:26</code></li> </ul> </li> <li>Use the <strong>Equation</strong> feature to solve mathematical expressions</li> <li>Toggle <strong>Markings</strong> and <strong>Display</strong> options in the control panel</li> </ul> </div>
Texas Radio Shortwave: Schedule for March 2025
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Terry (N5RTC), who shares the following schedules for Texas Radio Shortwave (click image to enlarge):
Does POTA’s Selection of U.S. Park Entities Shortchange Urban Hams?
Administrators Say They Will Not Include Local-Area Parks On a regular Saturday-morning Zoom meeting of hams a few months ago, a participant in Los Angeles asked the group, “Why can’t I activate one of my local parks and have it count in POTA?” Some of those in attendance echoed the sentiment. Based on that question, […]
Part One: A Beginner’s Guide to ALE
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Don Moore–noted author, traveler, and DXer–who shares the following post: A Beginner’s Guide to ALE: Part One 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 […]
Checking Off a Bucket-List Park: Pedestrian Mobile at the North Carolina State Capitol!
by Thomas (K4SWL) On Thursday, January 15, 2026, I finally set aside time to activate a park that had been on my bucket list for a very long time: the North Carolina State Capitol State Historic Site (US-6852). Living in North Carolina, this one has always felt like a must-do activation. After all, it’s the … <a href="https://qrper.com/2026/02/checking-off-a-bucket-list-park-pedestrian-mobile-at-the-north-carolina-state-capitol/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Checking Off a Bucket-List Park: Pedestrian Mobile at the North Carolina State Capitol!</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
ICQPodcast Episode 476 – QRV App
In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Frank Howell (K4FMH), and Leslie Butterfields (G0CIB) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief, and the...
KB2PIZ: Pairing the SGC 2020 and CHA LEFS 4010 at Fort Boggy State Park
by Mark (KB2PIZ) After the snowstorm on the 26th of January, my work took me up the road to College Station, Texas and then to Dallas, Texas for one day. Looking at the map, I saw that if I headed west from College Station, I would pick up Route 45 and head north to Dallas. … <a href="https://qrper.com/2026/02/kb2piz-pairing-the-sgc-2020-and-cha-lefs-4010-at-fort-boggy-state-park/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">KB2PIZ: Pairing the SGC 2020 and CHA LEFS 4010 at Fort Boggy State Park</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
