Time to let the real stars of the shack shine!
Got a dog that guards your gear? A cat that naps on your HF rig? A parrot that squawks CQ?

Post a picture of your pet posing with your ham radio setup — handhelds, base stations, antennas, anything goes! Bonus

# 🏕️ **Ham Radio Field Day: The Super Bowl of Amateur Radio**

Once a year, ham radio operators across North America grab their gear, pitch tents, and fire up their radios for one of the most exciting events in the hobby: **Field Day**.

Whether you’re a new Technician or a lifelong Extra, **ARRL Field Day** is your chance to test your skills, show off your setup, and connect with fellow operators. It's also a great opportunity to help your club earn points and introduce the magic of amateur

_ source: https://www.arrl.org/question-pools _

2022-2026 Technician Class Question Pool:

2023-2027 General Class Question Pool

📰 Amateur Radio Newsline Report 2479 for Friday, May 2nd, 2025
_source: https://www.arnewsline.org_📰

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📰Amateur Radio Newsline Report 2480 for Friday, May 9th, 2025

_source: https://www.arnewsline.org_

Running some digital modes mobile from the truck today!
Using my Yaesu FT-891 with Armoloq rails, and mounted on top is the Digirig DR891, solid little setup for portable digital ops.

Works great for FT8, WinLink, JS8Call while on the move. Anyone else running digital while

Just launched the HamLike.com Event Calendar — a place where anyone can post ham radio-related events, including:

✅ Nets
✅ Club meetings
✅ Swaps
✅ Contests
✅ Special events
✅ Field Days
✅ Anything ham-related!

If it’s happening, add it — if you’re looking for something to join, check it out!

🔗 View & Add Events Here: https://hamlike.com/events

Let’s make it easier to stay connected and support each other’s events. Got something coming up? Post it! Know a club net that happens weekly? Drop it in!

Video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DJcHi30OtTi/?igsh=ajNwa255dHgyY3hh

This link was shared to me by KO6CPN, thank you!

### Link: https://www.md0mdi.im/ddrr-an-antenna-for-small-spaces/

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# 📡 What to Post on HamLike.com — and How!

Welcome to HamLike.com — the community-driven ham radio hub where you decide what makes the homepage.
Every thumbs-up you give helps surface the best content for everyone to see!

Not sure what to post or how to get started? This quick guide will show you how to share helpful articles, cool videos, project photos, memes, or anything else related to ham radio.

## ✅ What Can I Post?

If it's related to ham radio, it's fair game! Here are just a few ideas:

### 📘 Guides &

Vote below and tell us why in the comments!

Hey everyone, exciting news! SDHam.org has officially rebranded to HamLike.com, and rolled out some awesome new features!

The biggest addition? Thumbs-up voting is now live!
If you see a post you like, whether it’s helpful, insightful, funny, or just plain cool, give it a thumbs up. The more upvotes something gets, the higher it moves on the homepage. That means you now control what content gets seen, no algorithms, just real ham operators boosting real content.

Along with the name change, I’ve updated our About page to better reflect our mission: to be a community-powered repository of knowledge for all HAM radio

I'm reaching out to see if anyone in the community might be able to help me out. After installing a solar system at my house, I started experiencing major RFI issues across the HF bands. It's bad enough that I can barely operate on any HF frequencies anymore.

I've already tried installing ferrite beads on various cables and lines connected to the system, but unfortunately, it hasn't made much of a difference. The interference is still there, and it's really frustrating not being able to enjoy the bands like I used to.

If anyone has

Did a quick test of the GRA-7350T on 20 meters. Setup was straightforward, and an antenna analyzer was definitely useful for quicker tuning. So far, getting good performance. Curious if anyone else is running this and what bands you've tried.

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# **arcOS: A Simple Way to Get on Digital Ham Radio**

If you’ve ever wanted to try digital ham radio but found the setup confusing, **arcOS** might be exactly what you need.

Special thanks to KG4VDK for

If you’ve been in the hobby for a while and feel like you’ve hit a rut, **you’re not alone**. Maybe you’ve worked all the DX you care about, or you’re tired of the same local repeater chatter. But instead of walking away from ham radio, why not explore **a new aspect of the hobby**? With so many different modes, bands, and challenges out there, there’s always something new to try!

## Mix Up Your Operating Style

Contesting isn’t for everyone, but even if you don’t care about high-pressure pileups, contests are a great way to grab

DigiPi is a powerful and compact amateur radio data transceiver designed for Raspberry Pi, offering seamless access to various digital modes over Wi-Fi via a phone or web browser. This innovative device transforms traditional ham radio operations by enabling FT8, JS8Call, APRS, packet radio, Winlink email, and more—just like using a mobile app.

Ideal for portable and remote operations, DigiPi is lightweight and energy-efficient, making it perfect for Summits on the Air (SOTA) and Parks on the Air (POTA). With integrated features like an APRS WebChat interface, Winlink email support, Slow Scan TV, and AX.25 networking, it

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools like ChatGPT have been transforming various hobbies and industries, and ham radio is no exception. Whether you are a seasoned operator or just starting out, AI can become a valuable asset in your radio activities. Here’s how you can use AI to enhance your ham radio experience.

### 1. Technical Troubleshooting and Guidance

When setting up your equipment or troubleshooting issues, AI can act as a knowledgeable assistant. For instance, if you’re unsure about antenna placement or need help calculating the best propagation times, you can ask ChatGPT for advice. AI can also provide