The 10 facts about ARRL Field Day

 One of the biggest Amateur Radio events of the year occurs during the last full weekend of June.

The ARRL Field Day is part contest, part emergency communications exercise that draws over 35,000 participants world-wide.

In this video, Bill (KW4QO) outlines the top 10 facts about this annual event and shows us how to prepare our equipment, antennas, and logistics for this "field" experience.

During ARRL Field Day, you'll be able to meet new friends, renew old ties, and practice the communications skills basic to emergencies.

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Russ (KH6JRM/AL0HA).

Here are some comments from Bill (KW4QO):

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