Category: Events

Upcoming Ham Radio events and wrap up information for after an event.

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"

Field Day 2026

April 21, 2026
Starts: 1:00 p.m. Saturday June 27th ENDS 1:00 p.m. Sunday June 28th St Peter Lutheran Church SARC Field Day 2026 ARRL Signup Now! Join us for the world’s largest on-air operating event: Field Day. Want to try out ham radio? We can get you on the air! No license is required. Our ham radio coaches … Continue reading "Field Day 2026"

Upgrade to a General License with our Class

November 10, 2025
Date: Saturdays Jan 10-Mar 14, 2026 Time: 9:30am – 11:30pm Registration Required Hanover Park Public Library The Schaumburg Amateur Radio Club offers a free upgrade class for those already holding a technician-level license looking to upgrade to a general-level license beginning January 10, 2026. This class is intended for those already holding their technician-level license … Continue reading "Upgrade to a General License with our Class"