The Great Hagerstown Hamfest

[Grampa G]

Thought I'd post this for those interested in ham radios.

Antietam Radio Asso. is sponsoring the event tomorrow 5/6 at the Washington County Ag Center from 7 AM to Noon. According to a radio spot they also will have a swap meet and sale.

American Radio Relay League | Ham Radio Association and Resources

The American Radio Relay League (ARRL) is the national association for amateur radio, connecting hams around the U.S. with news, information and resources.

www.arrl.org

 

[Melnic]

I did not realize they still had Hamfests anymore.

 

[KJackson]

Mostly small local ones. I miss the days of the Greater Baltimore Hamboree at the fairgrounds in TImmonium. It used to be a 2 day event with stuff in all the buildings and the parking lot used as a flea market. Used to have to park on the horse racing track infield. Always good stuff there. Just faded out over time.

 

[Scottpsu]

Still going strong. Not quite the mass attraction that HAMFEST brings but many HAM events in the area. If you’re interested, there are quite a few active clubs that still “compete” and welcome new members. Great way to keep the mind sharp and prepared if cell service goes down.

 

[Scottpsu]

Thought I'd post this for those interested in ham radios.

Antietam Radio Asso. is sponsoring the event tomorrow 5/6 at the Washington County Ag Center from 7 AM to Noon. According to a radio spot they also will have a swap meet and sale.

American Radio Relay League | Ham Radio Association and Resources

The American Radio Relay League (ARRL) is the national association for amateur radio, connecting hams around the U.S. with news, information and resources.

www.arrl.org

Will there be a chance for QSO or for others to try out radio operations? Best of luck for a successful show for those able to make it.

 

[Chat-Bot]

I did not realize they still had Hamfests anymore.

They're less desirable than MD gun shows.

Overpriced and nothing cheaper than what you can get on-line. If you want to play with new stuff, there's HRO in VA or DE. Maybe if you're looking for relics or want to walk around with your callsign on your person.
Don't think I've been to one this century.

 

[Grampa G]

Will there be a chance for QSO or for others to try out radio operations? Best of luck for a successful show for those able to make it.

I really don't know much about it, but they did mention newcomers are welcome and I think they also will have a course for beginners

Will there be a chance for QSO or for others to try out radio operations? Best of luck for a successful show for those able to make it.

I don't have a license and am not involved

 

[welder516]

I thought this was about Ham Ham.