Issue 275 February 25th, 2023

Top links

NASA needs Ham Radio help during eclipse
It will be a fun, friendly event with a competitive element.
NASA

Is this the origin of the term "Ham" Radio?
The timing (1895) and the context (railroad telegraphy) seem about right.
SolderSmoke Daily News

Digital Library of Amateur Radio and Communications is a treasure trove
A grant from a private foundation has enabled the Internet Archive to scan and index a trove of ham radio publications, including the old Callbooks, 73 Magazine, and more.
Hackaday

TikTok Hams: Glam Ham
Learn about Ham Radio with Glam Ham #NW6S #licensed #safety #offgrid #comms
TikTok

The mysterious MZV72 station
Is it a pirate or a military cadet station?
PE4BAS

The Google Earth Repeaters Overlay Project
The Google Earth Repeaters Overlay Project for the entire United States and territories.
AE0TO

Bouvet Island DXpedition wraps up
The team concluded operations with around 19,000 contacts logged.
ARRL

Reaching new heights with telescoping masts
It’s simple to install and reasonably inexpensive to purchase, offering an alternative to a tower for supporting a modest antenna.
OnAllBands

Video

Parks on the Air Plaque Event contest
The event is scheduled to take place over 48 hours on June 3-4. Interview with POTA founder and president Jason Johnston, W3AAX.
W1DED

Mobile Winlink with the Xiegu X6100
Use Winlink email over radio from your vehicle.
LB0FI Norwegian Hamventures

How toroids work
Watch to learn more about toroids and how they work.
David Casler

How to apply for grants from ARDC
Tap your rich uncle to fund your Amateur Radio dreams.
Supercon

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