Today, Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad declared June 19-25 as Amateur Radio Week in Iowa in a special proclamation signing ceremony at the capitol to celebrate the efforts of radio amateurs across the state and around the nation. The proclamation comes days before amateur radio operators will take to the airwaves around the United States in […]

Field Day will begin at Camp Dodge Saturday at 1 p.m., continuing for 24 hours until 1 p.m. Sunday. Visit the Field Day website for full details. We will be having a potluck at 5 p.m. — bring a hot and cold dish. Need help finding us? Talk-in will be on the W0AK 146.94 repeater.

The ARRL Midwest Division announced earlier this year of a friendly competition between clubs. We already know that the DMRAA’s membership is the best, but now’s the chance we can prove it. The contest gives points in several categories, but is generally based on the club’s contribution to our hobby. In short, DMRAA members can […]

Given all the news coverage, there have been rumors circulating that we will not be having the Joplin Hamfest this year, and I have been asked to address the issue before folks make other plans. I have been in contact with the managers of the convention center, as well as some hotels in the area, […]

The Iowa Ham of the Year is intended to recognize an Iowa ham, who has demonstrated his or her tremendous dedication to Amateur Radio through his or her activities. Requirements Nominees for the Iowa Ham of the Year must meet the following requirements to be considered for this award: A current Iowa resident A licensed Amateur Radio operator […]

It’s time to mark your calendars and reserve April 21, 2012, for next year’s DMRAA Hamfest. It will be held in the same location as it was this year, in the Elwell Center at the Iowa State Fairgrounds. Stay tuned for more details on next year’s hamfest — it’s going to be a great one!

The Hamfest’s growth continues, with more than 400 in attendance of this year’s Hamfest, which was held in a new venue this year. Almost $1,000 in door prizes were given out, and several new hams were minted. Keep an eye on the DMRAA website for more details on next year’s Hamfest!

The DMRAA Hamfest has been relocated this year to a newer and larger venue to accommodate the Hamfest’s growth. The DMRAA Hamfest will be held on April 23 this year in the Elwell Family Food Center, a recently-renovated 15,000-sq. ft. climate-controlled facility with ADA accessibility, convenient restrooms, and a full-service concession stand provided by Campbell’s. […]

The DMRAA education committee is exploring the possibility of creating a study group for those who are interested in learning CW or upgrading from their General license to Extra. If you are interested in either study group, e-mail Dennis O’Brien KA0DOS at [email protected].

Last year, the Des Moines Radio Amateurs’ Association brought a contingent of members to help support Iowa Public Television’s annual fundraiser, Festival, by taking pledges over the phone at IPTV studios in Johnston. The time has come again, so we’d like to know who’s interested in joining us again this year. The DMRAA’s time slot […]