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Nervous about your first POTA activation? Learn how to get started with Parks on the Air ham radio using basic, affordable gear. No expensive equipment needed - just grab any HF radio, coax, antenna and laptop to start activating parks today.

Discover why some ham radio operators say "72" instead of "73" when signing off. Learn about the QRP community's special code and low-power operating traditions in amateur radio.

Canadian ham VE9CF shares his experience buying the KJ6ER POTA PERformer antenna kit—how a $75 USD steel tariff turned a fair deal into a costly surprise.

Full review of the KJ6ER POTA PERformer antenna for Parks On The Air. Tested from New Brunswick with DX contacts to Croatia, Northern Ireland, Trinidad and Tobago, and Newfoundland. Build it yourself or buy a kit from J‑Systems on Etsy.

Learn why most countries ban SSB voice on the 30‑meter amateur radio band, which nations allow it, and the ITU rules that shape global regulations. Includes charts, tables, and a country‑by‑country guide.

Discover how D layer absorption impacts ham radio signals in Canada, especially during daylight and high solar activity. Learn how to adjust frequencies and use predictive tools to improve your HF radio contacts across Canada’s vast geography and seasonal changes.

Discover how Solar Cycle 25 is transforming ham radio in Canada with enhanced propagation, new communication opportunities, and unique challenges. Learn to optimize your radio operations amid rising solar activity and changing ionospheric conditions.

Antenna Safety For Amateur Radio Operators On Parks On The Air: Essential Guidelines for Outdoor Operations Safety should always come first when setting up your […]

Discover the Atlantic Coast DX & Contest Group—Atlantic Canada’s free amateur radio community focused on DXing, contesting, Parks On The Air, and portable ham radio. Join our friendly, no-fee group today!