Tech License courses - Syracuse - Bearbait Radio Club

 Upcoming Ham Radio license classes in Syracuse NY:

more info at: https://www.facebook.com/p/Bear-Bait-Radio-Club-100071802871213/

3YOK Bouvet DXpedition - local connection, Adrian; KO8SCA

 The 2026 Bouvet Island DXpedition is set to take place in late February 2026, with a team of amateur radio operators planning to activate one of the most remote and coveted locations in the world. Presently scheduled to start around 2/21/26.

Central NY's own Adrian, KO8SCA is a co-leader on this DXpedition. Adrian, from Skaneateles is quite an experienced DXpeditioner. Check out his list on QRZ! 

This DXpedition has a $1.65 million budget, a rented icebreaker from IceTugs, and a helicopter for transport to get them back and forth to the support ship. This will be a three-week effort on Bouvet, with operations beginning as soon as weather allows. Two camps—including one dedicated to North America—will maximize QSOs, making this a must-work event for DXers worldwide.

Latest updates on the 3YOK Bouvet DXpedition: https://www.dx-world.net/3y0k-bouvet-2026/

Bouvet Island DXpedition website: https://3y0k.com/#news

Niagara Radio Club - 85th anniversary

Congratualtions to the Niagara Radio Club as it is celebrates it's 85th anniversary in 2026!

First incorporated in 1941, the club has seen ham radio evolve into different modes and technologies.

We are planning special event club stations for 2026 (announcements will be forth coming).

For more information, please visit Www.niagararadioclub.com 

Thank you and 73's

James Laughlan, W2KYM

Niagara Radio Club

KLARA Hamfest - Sat. 2/7/26

 

WHEN: SATURDAY FEBRUARY 7, 2026@ 8AM

Join the Keuka Lake Amateur Radio Association (KLARA) for a fun, FREE hamfest in Almond, NY! Don’t miss this chance to trade gear, meet fellow hams, get your ham radio license, and celebrate amateur radio!

LOCATION:

Almond, NY Municipal Building – 1 Marvin Lane

Take Exit 33 off I-86, follow signs toward Alfred (1 mile from exit).

VENDORS

FREE flee market for vendors

Open for vendors at 7AM

Tables, chairs and power (as available)

FCC LICENSE TESTING

VE Testing at 10 AM ~ get your license or upgrade 

For reservations please email:   ve_testing@klara.us 

More info at: https://klara.us/

Winter Field Day 2026 - Jan. 24-25, 2026

Winter Field Day is an exciting annual event for amateur radio enthusiasts, taking place on the last full weekend of January. It offers a unique opportunity for radio operators to set up field operations in remote locations, enabling them to connect with other participants worldwide. You may choose to participate solo or get your your friends, family, or whole club involved. Winter Field Day is organized by the Winter Field Day Association. The association strongly believes that ham radio operators should practice portable emergency communications in winter environments. This is because freezing temperatures, snow, ice, and other hazards pose unique operational concerns.

The 30-hour operational period starts at 1600 UTC on Saturday (11 am EST), the 24th, and ends at 21:59 UTC on Sunday, the 25th (4:59 pm EST). Stations may begin setting up no earlier than 16:00 UTC (11 pm EST) on the Friday before.

The Winter Field Day event aims to help participants improve their preparedness for disasters and enhance their operational abilities in adverse conditions. Amateur radio operators have the freedom to use frequencies on the HF, VHF, or UHF bands while employing voice, CW, and digital transmissions. The event designates specific objectives to encourage a diverse range of activities, including the use of non-commercial power sources, the deployment of multiple antennas, establishing satellite contacts, and more.

More info at: https://winterfieldday.org/

Links to some WFD activity plans/examples:

https://www.n1fd.org/2025/12/11/winter-field-day-2026-6-band-multiplier-prep/

https://www.n4pow.com/parcwfd2026

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CANCELED!!! 1/24/26 - In anticipation of the massive winter storm on its way, Gov. Kathy Hochul on Friday issued a state of emergency for all of New York. 

Due to the state of emergency the park and our cabin will be unavailable, thus canceling our plans for a WFD event. Please let others know if they planned to attend.

RaRa‘s Winter Field Day event has been cancelled.

Jeff Fuller, KE2ELI
RaRa Vice President

Rochester Winter Field Day with RARA (from Jan.2026 RARA Rag):

Location:  West Lodge at Mendon Ponds Park.

Map:   https://www.monroecounty.gov/files/parks/Maps/MPP.pdf

Directions:   https://www.google.com/maps/place/West+Lodge/@43.035263,-77.5647776,17z

If you have questions you can email Jeff at:  vicepresident@rochesterham.org and you can find more information about Winter Field Day Here:  https://winterfieldday.org/