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ARRL is the National Association for Amateur Radio in the US ARRL is the National Association for Amateur Radio in the US.

Founded in 1914 by Hiram Percy Maxim as The American Radio Relay League, ARRL is a noncommercial organization of radio amateurs. ARRL numbers within its ranks the vast majority of active radio amateurs in the nation and has a proud history of achievement as the standard-bearer in amateur affairs. ARRL’s underpinnings as Amateur Radio’s witness, partner and forum are defined by five pillars: Public Service, Advocacy, Education, Technology, and Membership. A bona fide interest in Amateur Radio is the only essential qualification of membership; an Amateur Radio license is not a prerequisite, although full voting membership is granted only to licensed radio amateurs in the US. ARRL's Vision Statement

As the national association for Amateur Radio in the United States, ARRL:

- Supports the awareness and growth of Amateur Radio worldwide;
- Advocates for meaningful access to radio spectrum;
- Strives for every member to get involved, get active, and get on the air;
- Encourages radio experimentation and, through its members, advances radio technology and education; and
- Organizes and trains volunteers to serve their communities by providing public service and emergency communications.

10/20/2026

📢 2026 ARRL ONLINE AUCTION — ITEM OF THE DAY! ⚡🖼️

⚡ Salty Walt’s Original Drawing and Photo — Framed & Signed by Walt Hudson, K4OGO ⚡

Looking for a one-of-a-kind piece for your shack? This beautifully matted and framed presentation features Walt Hudson’s, K4OGO, original hand-drawn schematic of the "Coastal 20" no-radial vertical antenna alongside an authentic field photograph, hand-signed "Stay Salty!" by Walt himself.

👇 BID NOW & BROWSE ITEMS:
🔗 www.arrl.org/auction
🗓️ Auction Dates: Bidding runs October 16 – October 22

10/19/2026

📡 ARRL School Club Roundup is ON! 🏫

Calling all school clubs, operators, and youth stations! The ARRL School Club Roundup kicks off TODAY and runs through this Friday at 2359 UTC.

Get on the air, make those contacts, and work as many schools, clubs, and individuals as you can across HF, VHF/UHF simplex, and digital modes!

🗓 When: October 19–23, 2026 (Mon 1300 UTC – Fri 2359 UTC)
🎯 The Exchange: Call sign, signal report, class (School/Club/Individual), and State/Province/DX.
📝 Logs: Don't forget to submit your scores online within 15 days!
🔗 More Info: www.arrl.org/school-club-roundup

Get your club on the air and rack up those multipliers! ⚡

10/19/2026

📢 2026 ARRL ONLINE AUCTION — ITEM OF THE DAY! ⚡📻

⚡ Icom IC-PW2 Solid-State 160- to 6-Meter Linear Amplifier ⚡

Looking to elevate your shack with legal-limit power and modern dual-receiver integration? The Icom IC-PW2 delivers 1 kW of clean, solid-state output from 1.8 to 54 MHz, complete with a touch-screen display, built-in automatic antenna tuner, and full LAN/WAN remote operation.

👇 BID NOW & BROWSE ITEMS:
🔗 www.arrl.org/auction
🗓️ Auction Dates: Bidding runs October 16 – October 22

10/17/2026

Planning your next portable ham radio setup? 📻🌲

John, W1DRF, from the ARRL Lab is sharing a few essential tips to help make your next field operation a huge success!

Watch the FULL video to level up your field ops. What’s your go-to radio when operating in the field? Let us know in the COMMENTS below! 👇

10/17/2026

📢 2026 ARRL ONLINE AUCTION — ITEM OF THE DAY! ⚡📻

Bidding for the 2026 ARRL Online Auction, sponsored by GigaParts, is officially OPEN! Here is today’s featured lot:

⚡ KM3KM Electronics Mercury LUX Solid-State 160- to 6-Meter Linear Amplifier ⚡

Looking to add high-performance, solid-state power to your shack? The Mercury LUX covers 160 through 6 meters, delivering reliable linear amplification with modern solid-state technology in a compact form factor.

👇 BID NOW & BROWSE 200+ ITEMS:
🔗- www.arrl.org/auction

🗓️ Auction Dates: Bidding runs October 16 – October 22

10/16/2026

The 2026 ARRL Online Auction is live as of 10:00 AM October 16!

Explore over 230 items available for bidding, ranging from transceivers and amplifiers to vintage gear and ARRL Lab junk mystery boxes. Every bid directly supports ARRL's advocacy and education programs!

The auction is open now through Thursday, October 22. Visit arrl.org/auction to view the catalog and place your bids!

10/15/2026

Ready to try amateur radio contesting, but not sure where to start? 📡🏆

Join Wayne Greene, KB4DSF, for the next episode of On the Air LIVE on Tuesday, October 27, at 8:00 PM Eastern!

Contesting is so much more than chasing points—it’s one of the absolute best ways to sharp-tune your operating skills, build confidence, and understand propagation. Whether your goal is awards, emergency communications, DXing, or casual operating, contesting gives you hands-on experience that makes you a better, more effective operator across the entire hobby.

What you’ll learn:
▪️How newly licensed hams can easily jump in
▪️How contesting builds real-world operating skills
▪️Tips for logging, propagation, and having fun on the air

🔗 Preregistration is required! Head over to the ARRL Learning Center at learn.arrl.org to sign up and save your spot.

10/14/2026

Calling all Scouts, Scouters, and Ham Radio operators! 📻🏕️

The world’s largest digital and on-the-air Scouting event, Jamboree on the Air (JOTA), takes place October 16–18, 2026!

Every year, millions of Scouts take to the airwaves to connect with fellow Scouts across the country and around the globe using amateur radio. It’s an incredible hands-on way to learn about science, technology, and global communication—and most importantly, it’s a lot of fun!

🔗 Learn more about how to participate, find frequencies, and get resources at the ARRL JOTA page: www.arrl.org/jamboree-on-the-air-jota

10/13/2026

ARRL Tech Tip Tuesday 🧑‍💻

Wait? An antenna tuner doesn't tune your antenna??

10/12/2026

ARRL Affiliated Club Spotlight!🔦
University of Arizona Amateur Radio Club, K7UAZ

▪️Founded: Circa 1927
▪️ARRL Affiliation Date: September 28, 1970
▪️Members: 50
▪️ARRL Section: Arizona

👉 Led by club president Omar Perez, W7LAN, K7UAZ connects classroom STEM theory with hands-on hardware skills, monthly build projects, and high-tech equipment like the Elecraft K3 and Yaesu G-5000. Beyond campus, members participate in contests like Parks on the Air and November Sweepstakes, launch pico balloons, and provide emergency communication support for local events such as the 24 Hours in the Old Pueblo mountain bike race. Though housed in the Engineering Department, the diverse club welcomes students from all majors and counts notable alumni including astronomer Craig Kulesa, CEO Rafeek Kottai, and late comedian Garry Shandling.

📍Find a club in your area: arrl.org/find-a-club

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Tuesday	8am - 5pm
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http://www.arrl.org/

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