Findlay Radio Club

Announcing the 84th Findlay Hamfest

Details: 04 Apr

Save the Date: Findlay Radio Club's 2026 Hamfest – Sunday, September 13!

Mark your calendars, fellow hams! The Findlay Radio Club is excited to announce our 2026 Hamfest, set for Sunday, September 13, 2026—rain or shine. This is your chance to spend a fantastic day surrounded by camaraderie and shared passion for amateur radio. Whether you're a seasoned operator or just getting started, our event brings together enthusiasts from across the region for a laid-back, fun-filled gathering that always delivers great conversations, stories, and plenty of " Elmer" wisdom.

With more than 100 indoor vendor tables packed with the latest gear and accessories, plus a bustling outdoor flea market full of treasures waiting to be discovered, you'll have plenty of opportunities to rub shoulders with industry experts and browse their inventories. It's the perfect time to hunt for that next piece of equipment to upgrade your shack or snag a bargain on vintage classics.

Don't miss out on the exciting prizes up for grabs, including cash, gift certificates, and some seriously cool ham radio gear. Best of all, every dollar from the event supports the Findlay Radio Club's ongoing events and outreach efforts throughout the greater Hancock County area. We can't wait to see you there—bring your friends, your enthusiasm, and your wallet (or at least your trading spirit)! Stay tuned for more details as the date approaches. Click here for more details. If you are a vendor and want to skip right to the vendor pack, click here.73!

Amateur Radio License Testing (VE Testing Sessions)

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30 Jun

Amateur Radio License Testing (VE Testing Sessions)

At the Findlay Radio Club we hold our Amateur Radio Testing Sessions (VE test sessions) on the second Saturday of the month at 9:00am. All license class tests are available at each session.

Walk-ins with a Federal Registration Number (FRN), available at: https://apps.fcc.gov/cores/userLogin.do, are welcome and encouraged to arrive at 8:00am to complete the registration process prior to the beginning of the exam.

For additional information email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call (419) 581-7037 to leave a message.

Findlay Radio Club License Classes

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16 Mar

Classes are now being conducted at the Club on 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month starting at 7:30 PM.

Currently the sessions are open and we talk about anything ham radio related, although they lean towards new hams and the general license. if enough interest is expressed, we will start a General or Extra Class.

Contact Bill - N8ET- at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. if you have any questions.

American Radio Relay League | Ham Radio Association and Resources

26 April 2026

Amateur Radio to Participate in DoD Armed Forces Day Crossband Test on May 9, 2026

Amateur radio operators will participate in the Department of Defense’s Armed Forces Day (AFD) Crossband Test on May 9, 2026. The annual event will not impact any public or private communications.

For more than 50 years, military and amateur stations have participated in this interoperability exercise between the amateur and government radio services. The AFD Crossband Test provides a unique opp...

The ARRL Solar Update

Solar activity remained at low levels this past week with numerous C1
flares from Region 4420, which exhibited growth during the period.
Region 4419 showed minor decay, particularly in its trailing spots,
while producing a lone C1.0 flare. Region 4422 was numbered during
the period but remained inactive. No Earth-directed CMEs were
observed in coronagraph imagery.

Solar activity is expected to contin...

Announcing the 84th Findlay Hamfest

Amateur Radio License Testing (VE Testing Sessions)