The 2024 North
Star Radio Convention is coming on October 5th, 2024
to the Hennepin Technical College (North Campus) in
Brooklyn Park Minnesota.
We’re on the
lookout for speakers on a diverse range of topics.
Whether you have knowledge to share on antenna
design, DXing, emergency communications, or any
other aspect of amateur radio, we want to hear from
you!
Who Should Apply
We believe everyone has valuable skills and
experiences to share, whether you’re new to ham
radio or an experienced operator.
Topics
We welcome talks on anything of interest to the
general amateur radio community, including but not
limited to:
• Parks on the Air and other types of
portable operations
• Antenna design and construction
• Grounding and bonding
• DXpedition experiences
• Digital modes, CW, and beyond
• Finding and mentoring the next generation
of hams
Presentation Formats
This year, we’re introducing two ways to get
involved:
Option 1 – Presentation: This format gives each
presenter about 50 minutes for introductions, their
presentation, and a question and answer period. You
can choose to give a formal talk or make it
interactive. We’ll provide a computer with
PowerPoint, a projector, and a sound system. Topics
can range from portable operations to antenna design
and beyond.
Option 2 – Skill Workshops: New this year, workshop
sessions up to three hours allow for deeper
exploration of a topic. We encourage hands-on
activities and small-group engagement. For example,
you might participate in an antenna design-and-build
session using software like EZNEC, followed by
practical fabrication and testing. Alternatively,
learn about digital mode fundamentals in a seminar
setting, with opportunities for hands-on practice.
Your imagination is the limit!
Coaching and Mentorship Available
Whether you’re a seasoned presenter or new to public
speaking, we offer coaching and mentorship to help
shape your presentation. We’re here to support you
every step of the way. If you’re interested or have
suggestions for other topics, please contact Steve
Horejsi (KEØVDC) at
[email protected] or
651-260-9752.
We’re excited about these opportunities and hope you
are, too!