RUTHERFORD BIRCHARD HAYES 200TH BIRTHDAY EVENT 10/4/22

HAM RADIO CLUB SPECIAL EVENT FIELD DAY. 

 Ham Radio Special Event days are temporary, licensed operations commemorating historical, noteworthy, or public service occasions,  often featuring unique "1x1" call signs and special QSL cards for  collectors. These events, including major ones like ARRL Field Day in  June, demonstrate amateur radio technology, emergency preparedness, and  community outreach. Key aspects of these events include:

• Special Event Stations: Often celebrate specific dates (e.g., Veterans Day, historical  anniversaries) with unique, temporary call signs and specialized,  collectible QSL cards.
• ARRL Field Day (June): The most popular event, focusing on emergency preparedness by operating off-grid in public locations.
• Purpose: They promote the hobby, encourage on-air activity, test equipment, and foster community engagement.
• Participation: Operators, often from local clubs, contact these stations to earn commemorative certificates or cards. 

For more information, visit the ARRL Special Event Stations page.