Desert Radio Amateur Transmitting Society

06/04/2026

Come and join us!

📡✨ ARRL FIELD DAY 2026 – JOIN THE ACTION! Be part of one of the most exciting on-the-air events in amateur radio! ARRL Field Day is a nationwide opportunity to connect, learn, and experience how radio keeps communities connected—even in emergencies.

📅 June 27–28, 2026
🌐 www.arrl.org/FieldDay

And don’t miss a special Open House hosted by the Desert RATS Amateur Radio Club!

📍 Cathedral City Library
33520 Date Palm Drive
Cathedral City, CA

🗓 Saturday, June 27, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Experience hands-on demonstrations and exhibits, including:
📡 Starlink satellite communications
📻 Antique radio displays
📩 Email without the internet
💬 New messaging tech like Meshtastic
✍️ Morse Code learning for kids

Plus, special participation from:
🚒 Cathedral City Fire Department
🌍 Coachella Valley Disaster Preparedness Network

Bring the family and discover how amateur radio connects communities, supports emergency response, and keeps communication alive when it matters most!

05/12/2026

04/29/2026

Some pretty impressive communications capability.

04/25/2026

Great day for ARES Bootcamp!!

04/17/2026

04/17/2026

May QST Magazine is HERE 📖

Here's a snapshot of what you'll see 📸⤵️

"Station Setup Techniques to Prevent Field Day RFI"
🎥: Includes BONUS Video Content

“Journey to a Kilo Award ”

“Activating the Last IOTA Reference in South America”
🎥: Includes BONUS Video Content

& much more!

ARRL Members can read the DIGITAL EDITION now:
🔗- arrl.org/qst

04/17/2026

Tomorrow is World Amateur Radio Day!

Whether you're working a rare DX station from across the world or checking into a local net from your back garden, Amateur radio remains a timeless blend of technical skill and global community.

As an equipment manufacturer for over 60 years, Icom has served the hobby throughout its evolution, always taking great care to craft radios that match the drive and ambition of its operators.

From Icom UK to the enthusiasts around the world, thank you for keeping the airwaves alive and pushing the boundaries of communication technology!

04/08/2026

04/08/2026

CVDPN is pleased to share this FREE CERT training opportunity taking place in La Quinta!

We are often asked during our training classes: When and where is the next CERT class? This is for you!

Register for the La Quinta Community Emergency Response Training on
May 1st, 2nd and 3rd, 2026
to learn essential skills to help yourself, family and community in times of need!

Join this hands-on in-person event located at:
La Quinta City Hall
Study Session Room
78-495 Calle Tampico
La Quinta, CA 92253

You'll learn valuable skills to respond effectively to emergencies in our community.

This 20-hour training covers everything from first aid to search and rescue, providing you with the knowledge necessary to make a significant impact when it matters most.

Don't miss this opportunity to become a certified CERT member and help keep La Quinta and Your neighborhood safe!

This step is required, so go here to register!👇🏼
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/la-quinta-community-response-training-cert-may-1-2-3-2026-tickets-1985737712954?aff=oddtdtcreator