Join Brian Horne, N1BAM, a self-proclaimed POTA “addict,” as he discusses steps to have a successful (and fun) first activation—signing up with the website, finding parks, different setups, and logging options. There are a lot of ways to Parks On The Air, from quick hit mobile to group setups. Brian will talk about multifunction scalable setups and how to carry only what you need when you need it.
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“Use of Blockchain” at 2025 HamX
Blockchain is a relatively recent technology. In addition to cryptocurrency, it can be used for timestamping, distributed data logging, cybersecurity, EW and communication proliferation. Join John Schwarz, KE2EAQ, as he presents on this fascinating technology at the Northeast HamXposition, 1:00 PM on Saturday, August 23, 2025.
John “Randy” Schwarz ,KE2EAQ, is a computer scientist and electronic hobbyist whose interest in blockchain technology led him into being a community leader running multiple technical meetups and classes over the past decade in New York City and worldwide. His current role is leading the New York City Bitcoin Association where the focus has been on using this technology to create verifiable chains of redundant data that is incorruptible and provable. He has made proof of concept systems for sensors, iot and other data streams.
He also organizes the Space DAO which is a community group of scientists and futurists working on drone defense, launch technologies and electronic warfare.
“CW Academy” at 2025 Northeast HamXposition
Attend the “CW Academy” presentation by Bruce Blain, K1BG, about “CW Academy” on August 23, 2025 at 4:30 PM at HamX.
Sponsored by CW Ops, this highly successful program has trained thousands of students in the art of CW and telegraphy. If learning Morse code or improving your Morse skills is of interest, this talk is for you!
EmComm Vans and Trailers on Display at 2025 HamX
We are excited once again to have organizations from around New England bringing their EmComm trailers and vans to the 2025 HamXposition parking lot to display and provide tours:
* Mohawk ARC
* Twin State ARC
* New England Sci-Tech
* New Hampshire ARES
* Falmouth ARA
* K1IP
Convention attendees will have the opportunity to tour the trailers and bring home ideas for their own trailer build outs!
Youth Forum at 2025 HamX
What inspires today’s youth in the amateur radio hobby? Find out what’s on the minds of our youngest hams in this captivating round-table discussion on Saturday, August 23 at 4 P.M. Moderated by Bob Phinney, K5TEC, this is a great learning opportunity for teachers, scout leaders, or clubs wanting to attract more youth to their local radio clubs.
QCWA: “Giving Back to Support Amateur Radio”
FEMARA, sponsor of the Northeast HamXposition, is pleased to announce that it has been chosen along with one dozen other organizations to receive a cash donation from the Quarter Century Wireless Association (QCWA). FEMARA will receive $2,600.
QCWA Acting President Anthony Perales, AI1U, made the announcement in the August issue of QCWA Journal.
“Each board member could choose an organization to benefit, and I chose FEMARA because of the good work you do for the New England region,” writes John Facella, K9FJ, a QCWA National Director who resides in Raymond, Maine.
FEMARA will use the money to improve its scholarship awards to youths in New England.
QCWA will be represented at HamXposition at a table, and also at a “Meet and Greet” session on Sunday morning at 10:00 AM.
Be sure to stop by and thank QCWA officials for their generous contribution!
YCCC Meeting at 2025 Northeast HamXposition
The Yankee Clipper Contest Club is a special-purpose amateur radio club devoted to the pursuit of operating and technical excellence. Our goals are simple:
- To promote the fun, satisfaction and competitive thrill of radio contesting
- To assist our members in the development of their operating and technical skills
- To win the club competition of the major amateur radio contests
The YCCC was founded in April 1977 and now boasts over 400 members located from New York City to Maine, Cape Cod to Upstate NY plus southern Quebec. YCCC members have excelled in all areas of amateur radio contesting, DXing, technical design, and public service.
Gather with the Yankee Clipper Contest Club on Saturday, August 23 at 12 noon for introductions, club business, and information for new members at the 2025 Northeast HamXposition.
The DX-Launcher is Almost Here!
Ray Higgins, W2RE, writes on Facebook:Many of you have been asking about the DX-Launcher, and we’re excited to announce that we officially go LIVE on August 22nd at HamX!
We’ll have approximately 20 units available at launch—10 standard DX-Launchers (like the one in the photo) and 10 Super DX-Launchers with insane take-off. These are expected to sell out quickly, and due to our upcoming large tower build in Maine, we won’t have time to produce more units until that project is complete.
Once that build wraps up in Maine, our primary focus will shift to full-scale DX-Launcher production.
We’re also pleased to share that we’ve reached a tentative agreement with one of the most reputable distributors in ham radio to serve as the exclusive U.S. distributor, outside of buying directly from us. More on this after we sign the agreement.
As someone who’s installed thousands of wire antennas in trees, I can say this product was designed by and for people like us. You could hire a tree climber to install a pulley, quite expensive —but that’s no guarantee it’ll survive the next storm. With the DX-Launcher, you can simply shoot another line right over the top if branch or rope fails. It’s not foolproof—ropes break—but I’ve had wire antennas last 20 years, while others come down after one storm. The key is to use high-quality rope (like Mastrant) and high quality stranded wire and don’t overtighten.
We’ll be offering DX-Launcher packages with upgrade options, including:
* Portable pump
* Extra tennis balls
* High-strength twine
* Reels for the pump
And we’re not stopping there—we’re also in the early stages of developing a slingshot option! This will be the cheaper option to the DX-Launcher. Our mission is to be “all things launcher” for the dipole ham community. You can be super loud with wire antennas. I’ve built 4-squares in trees that work just as well as a $7000 aluminum version—it just takes more effort to keep them up. But, the DX launcher will make this easy!
The DX-Launcher is a game-changer for installing wire antennas. See you at our booth at HamExpo 2025! Also, we have a RemoteHamRadio Booth, with live operations!!
“4 P’s Times 2 for Training Activities” at the 2025 Northeast HamXposition
Getting regular participation for ARES and similar drills can be a lackluster event. Without a good focus going to an exercise participants can have a lackluster attitude. Rory Griffin, W4RJG, will discuss 4 P’s for each group to truly make the most of each training event.
Bio:
W4RJG has been licensed since 1983. After 9/11 he was involved in central NJ ARES with special pandemic and dirty bomb planning. He’s participated in multiple NYC Marathons and the Salute To Israel Parade (100k marchers). He started a Salvation Army VHF net covering all NJ, NYC and eastern PA. In 2022 he put together the first Field Day site in his county in over a decade. Since then, he was appointed ARRL EC and ADEC, EDM (Emergency Direct Messaging) Steering Committee member. Rory presents Amateur Radio Learning Sessions weekly on all aspects of the hobby. He also runs a weekly license prep class and is an ARRL and W5YI VE. Rory maintains five Winlink RMS stations and is currently building a BPQ32 station.
New England QRP Club “Cento Receivo” Build-A-Thon at 2025 HamX
The 2025 HamXposition QRP Build-A-Thon kit will be the “Cento Receivo”, a 40m direct conversion receiver kit! Another feature of this kit is that there is very little soldering involved in building this kit. All the components simply plug into SIP (single in-line pin) sockets….which allows for a quick build with a minimal set of tools.
The NEQRP sponsored Build-A-Thon is on Saturday at 7PM in the Marlborough Room W-9 and is opened for ANY and ALL Attendees of the Convention, young or old..
We recommend purchase the kit in advance: (There will be a ‘small number’ of kits at the Build-A-Thon for purchase if needed. … Why purchase the Build-A-Thon kit in advance? … So we can supply ALL participants a kit at 7PM on Saturday the 23rd. Again, ALL are Welcome to participate in the NEQRP Sponsored Build-A-Thon.
Purchase a kit at:
https://qrpme.com/?p=product&i
Again ALL interested parties, young and/or old builders, are invited to take-part in our Annual Build-A-Thon, starting at 7PM on Saturday, August 23rd, at the end of the West Wing hallway (Marlborough Room W-9). Kids or old-timers are welcome. It’s a FUN, EXCITING, and, LEARNING, Convention Activity/Event.
[See also: Full NEQRP Schedule]