Hello NLRS land

As you may be aware the ARRL has officially declared 2026 the Year of the Club.  In support of this PR event, several clubs have organized to create the Club QSO Party to be held on June 20th 0000z through June 21st 2359z (48 hrs).  See the information that I have pasted below.

After Aurora'26 I will organize our club to see who wants to operate with our club call, W0AUS, during this fun event.  You would be able to pick your desired operating time, band(s) and mode(s).  Note that all bands (exception of 60m, 30m, 17, & 12m), all modes, and all platforms are available.  Think about participating, mark your calendar, more information to follow after Aurora'26.  

73, Jon
W0ZQ



 

To all Amateur Radio Clubs:                              3079c001-df70-4fb8-9459-141269d40050.png 

 

 

The ARRL has officially declared 2026 the Year of the Club, and we’re answering that call with a brand‑new on‑the‑air event built specifically to energize your members and put your club front and center.

Introducing the Club QSO Party — the operating event designed FOR clubs, BY clubs.

Other than Field Day, there are very few true club‑focused operating activities. That changes now!

Your club’s station will operate using your call sign plus your club’s age — for example: K2AA/110 — instantly showcasing your club’s history and identity every time you hit the air.

Why your club will love this event

  • Every mode counts — Phone, CW, Digital
  • Every platform counts — Repeaters, DMR, EchoLink, and more
  • Every band counts — All amateur bands except WARC
  • Every member counts — The more members who contact your club station, the bigger your club multiplier

This is truly an all‑inclusive event. If it gets RF (or even VoIP) out into the world, it counts.

Event Dates - June 20th 00:00 UTC through June 21st 23:59 UTC

How to participate

  • Individual operators: Get on the air and work as many clubs and operators as possible.
  • Clubs: Put your club station on the air or allow members to operate using the club call with trustee permission. (Or both there are no geographical restraints)

Your mission:

Rally your members. Activate your club station. Show the amateur radio community who you are.

Full rules and details: www.clubqsoparty.org
Questions? Email [email protected]

73’s
Ken K2WB

Sponsored by the South Jersey Radio Association, Phil-Mont Mobile Radio Club, Gloucester County Radio Club, South Jersey Radio Foundation, Kent Amateur Radio Society and the South Jersey Mountain Toppers ARC.