The RSGB 2025 elections process has begun, and nominations are open for a range of volunteer roles. The RSGB’s President John McCullagh, GI4BWM will reach the end of his second year as President at the AGM and so will stand down. There are also two Elected Board Director vacancies. The Board is looking for people […]
In August 2024, Noel Moore, GI7CMC, took part in the YO-DX-HF contest. It also happened to be the weekend his grandchildren, Alfie aged ten and Penny aged five, were visiting. Having previously talked to them about his interest in amateur radio, Noel took the opportunity to show them ‘Grandad in action’. Noel was also delighted […]
Following its meeting in November, the RSGB Board has shared these key messages: Exams – work to revise the question bank continues. The online question challenge portal is in testing OAS – details of four cases dealt with by OAS were reported Trophies – the Trophy presentations at the Convention had gone well. The issue of […]
Many thanks to SRAA contributor Paul Walker, who shares the following field recording of the Voice of America on 9,775 kHz made in McGrath, Alaska on November 25, 2024. Paul notes:
VOA on 9775 via Botswana in English with (one minute and eight seconds) of a dead carrier, then sign-on and programming begins.
The RSGB would like to congratulate everyone who operated GB24YOTA last week. There was some brilliant activity on the air, including Wick High School Radio Club who had 12 student operators involved and inspired some to take their Foundation licence. If you missed talking to the group, you’ve got another chance to make a QSO […]
The November 2024 issue of RadCom Basics is now available for members to read. The publication is aimed at new licensees or anyone who enjoys reading about the fundamental principles behind the many facets of amateur radio. This issue includes part one of how to get on 40m with a small suburban garden, as well […]
The RSGB Contest Club recently announced that it is looking for volunteers to take part in the second World Wide Award event taking place in January 2025. To be part of the team you will need to be an RSGB member and hold a Full Licence. QSOs can be made using SSB, CW and digital […]
The Mid-Devon Amateur Radio and Electronics Fair is taking place today, Sunday 8 December, at Winkleigh Sports and Recreation Centre. Doors are open from 9am to 1pm. Entry is £3 per person and there is no charge for partners and under 16s. Free parking and Wi-Fi is available, as well as hot food and refreshments. […]
