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Belvidere Hamfest 2026: SARC Members, Selling Tables, and Radio Conversation

September 28, 2026
Here is a look back at SARC members and their selling table at Belvidere Hamfest 2026. For the Schaumburg Amateur Radio Club, N9RJV, a hamfest is a chance to share an interest in radio, look over equipment, and spend time together away from the microphone. The event, officially named Radio Expo 2026, took place on … Continue reading "Belvidere Hamfest 2026: SARC Members, Selling Tables, and Radio Conversation"

Field Day 2026 Results N9RJV

July 15, 2026
N9RJV posts a preliminary 7,153-point score SARC logged 1,675 contacts with 75 participants in class 2A, combining strong operating results with public-service, emergency-readiness, education, and outreach bonuses. Preliminary result · Final ARRL standing pending 7,153 Preliminary total score 1,675 Total contacts 75 Participants 1,655 Bonus points SARC’s 2026 operation produced 2,749 QSO points. The 2X … Continue reading "Field Day 2026 Results N9RJV"

Work the 13 Colonies Special Event

July 3, 2026
13 Colonies Event July 1–7 Post idea from WB9NBA — Roger Young. Here is a great operating idea for SARC members: get on the air for the 13 Colonies Special Event. The 13 Colonies Special Event is an annual, not-for-profit amateur radio event celebrating the original 13 American colonies. The event activates one station for … Continue reading "Work the 13 Colonies Special Event"