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Join Fred Hopengarten, K1VR, for “Two Tower Zoning Permit Cases: CT and MA, Plus Your Questions” at the 2026 Northeast HamXposition. (Date, time, room T.B.A.)

NA1L: KC1KLZ sought a special permit for a 175′ repeater tower on ~13 acres in East Lyme, CT. Denied (no tower at all). Court held: City must negotiate to reasonably accommodate amateur radio. Ultimate result: 155′ tower. K1VR: The Framingham Zoning Board of Appeals overturned the grant of a building permit for KD1MF, on the grounds that requirements for a cell tower applied. KD1MF won a permit when the Land Court ruled that his 80-foot tall tower should be treated as an exemption from the Wireless Communications Facilities ordinance.

Fred Hopengarten, K1VR, is the lawyer who litigated the KD1MF case in Framingham,MA. Author of the book “Antenna Zoning for the Radio Amateur.” Charter member of the YCCC. Past New England Director of the ARRL. Graduate of Colby, BC Law, and Harvard Business School.

Join Brian Horne, N1BAM, as he presents “POTA Activations Finding and Researching a Park” at the 2026 Northeast HamXposition. (Date, time, room T.B.A.)

John the steps involved in finding and researching a park as well as selecting the right antenna and gear for a successful and fun POTA activation.

Join Steven Chapman, KB1RLF, as he presents “Situational Awareness for Field Operators” at the 2026 Northeast HamXposition. (Date, time, room T.B.A.)

There are many things to think about when operating in the field, but none are as important as your personal safety. The idyllic nature of parks and remote places often give us a false sense of security. Situational awareness—how you perceive your surroundings, recognize potential dangers, and predict their impact—ensures that your field operations run smoothly and you remain prepared for the unexpected. Steven Chapman, KB1RLF, is the Chief Park Ranger for the Town of Trumbull, Connecticut. He shares his experiences as a former police officer and natural resources officer with over 20 years of experience in law enforcement to provide his perspective on how to operate within park rules and stay safe doing it. This is more than a presentation; it’s also a chance to share your experiences, ideas, and concerns, and active participation is encouraged!

Steven Chapman, KB1RLF, is the Chief Park Ranger for the Town of Trumbull, Connecticut, and a former police officer and natural resources officer with over 20 years of experience in the states of Massachusetts and Ohio. He holds a 4th degree Black Belt in Taekwondo, national and State of Connecticut-issued EMT licenses, and Red Cross Certified Instructor status. He volunteers his time as a 2nd LT in the 143rd composite squadron of the Connecticut Civil Air Patrol with a focus on emergency services and aerospace education, and as a 2nd LT with the Second Company Governor’s Horse Guard in Connecticut.

Join Dan Brown, W1DAN, as he describes his club’s efforts in promoting its milestone anniversary at the 2026 Northeast HamXposition. (Time, date, room T.B.A.)

The Wellesley Amateur Radio Society reached 75 years as a radio club this year. With videos, photos and documents, we explain how the club is special and our efforts to celebrate our milestone, and how you can promote your club!

Dan Brown has been licensed since 1978 and is a past president of the Wellesley Amateur Radio Society

Join Bob Josuweit, WA3PZO, as he presents “What does it take to run a large scale special event?” at the 2026 Northeast HamXposition.  (Date, time, room T.B.A.)

State managers from the 13 Colonies Special Event and the World Soccer Tournament Special Event will discuss what it takes to run a large special event, results from the 2026 events and plans for future events.

Bob Josuweit, WA3PZO, has been licensed since 1970. He coordinates WM3PEN activities during the 13 Colonies Special Event and the 2026 World Soccer Tournament. He served as the Public Service Columnist for CQ Amateur Radio from 2000 – 2009. Previously he wrote the public service column for CQ VHF. He also has had articles appear in Popular Communications, Conformity, and 9-1-1 to name a few. He served on the ARRL Public Relations Committee, and was past chairman of the ARRL Emergency Communications Advisory Committee. He is a past Eastern Pennsylvania Section Emergency Coordinator, Assistant Section Manager and Affiliated Club Coordinator. Bob was a member of the 1980 Winter Olympic Torch Relay Team (Olympia, Greece to Lake Placid, NY). He is currently treasurer of the Holmesburg Amateur Radio Club in Philadelphia.

Ever wish you could work DX from your couch while the antenna farm does the heavy lifting three states away?

Join Michael Walter, VA3MW, for his presentation, “Remote HF: How to Throw Money at Building a Remote Station” at the 2026 Northeast HamXposition. Mike will walk through how the modern amateur radio market has essentially solved remote HF operation — provided your wallet is willing to cooperate. From picking the right network-native radio to replacing VPN nightmares with TailScale, this is a frank look at how far the technology has come and exactly what it costs to do it right. No IT degree required. Credit card definitely required.

Mike, a seasoned technophile, obtained his amateur radio license in 1974 and has been enamored with technology ever since. His journey into the world of technology began with his first “real” job at IBM, where he worked on an impressive Tube computer

Join Mike Corey, KI1U, at the 2026 Northeast HamXposition for an overview of emergency communications capabilities and resources from the FEMA Region 1 Disaster Emergency Communications team. This presentation will cover RF, Satellite, cellular communications, communications planning, and communications support for field teams, and the Regional Emergency Communications Coordination Working Group. Date, time, and room T.B.A.

Mike Corey is an Emergency Management Specialist with FEMA Region 1 and works in the Mission Support Division with the Disaster Emergency Communications Team. His primary areas of responsibility include emergency alerts and warnings, IPAWS/NAWAS, communications planning, and auxiliary communications. He is an ICS instructor, an Operations Branch Director with Region 1 collateral Incident Management Assistance Team (IMAT), and qualified Continuous Improvement Advisor Lead. He has been with FEMA since 2021. Prior to FEMA he served as Emergency Preparedness Coordinator at ARRL and as a Communications Officer at the University of Mississippi Police Department and Howard County Indiana Sheriff’s Office. He is an active amateur radio operator, callsign KI1U.

Installing a mobile radio in your vehicle can be a challenging but rewarding project. Join Zachary Sherman, KC1NXK, as he presents “Mobile Radio Installation Techniques and Tricks” at the 2026 Northeast HamXposition.

Using examples from his own installations, Zachary will demonstrate techniques for cleanly installing mobile radios and other electronic accessories in vehicles.

Long before he heard of amateur radio, Zachary enjoyed playing with FRS walkie-talkies with friends. Sent home from Olin College due to COVID, he became a Technician licensee in September 2020. Zachary soon became a co-leader of the Olin Collegiate Amateur Radio Club, helping students earn their radio licenses then volunteer for public service events. Zachary graduated in 2023 and now works as a biomedical engineer. Zachary enjoys community amateur radio events at New England Sci-Tech in Natick, MA, making contacts via the ISS repeater, studying for his General license test, and working on his mobile radio installation. He is currently president of the Sci-Tech Amateur Radio Society (STARS).

Join M/C Phil Temples, K9HI as he hosts “Open-Mic Storytelling” at HamX.

Perhaps ham radio impacted your life in a way you couldn’t have imagined? Or, you saw or witnessed something ham radio-related that had you doubled over in laughter? Now’s the time to share your ham radio-related story! This event will allow each participant to tell the audience his or her unique ham radio story. This event will take place Saturday night in hotel Atrium, following the conclusion of the Grand Banquet.

Phil Temples, K9HI, was first licensed fifty-six years ago as WN9EAY in Bloomington, Indiana. He holds an Amateur Extra class license. Phil is a QST author and an ARRL Diamond Club Life Member. He also serves as ARRL Vice Director for the New England Division. When he’s not focused on ham radio activities, Phil writes fiction. He has published sixteen novels and story collections in addition to over 350 online stories and visual art. You could say that storytelling is in his blood.

Join Bruce Blain, K1BG, as he moderates a Club Track at HamXposition focused on successful clubs helping clubs by sharing programs that have worked for them. A series of half hour talks, by clubs and for clubs, to help clubs energize, invigorate, and grow. (Date, time, room, T.B.A.)

K1BG has been a ham for over 50 years. He’s past president of the Nashoba Valley ARC and the Norwood ARC, and is the ARRL Affiliated Club Coordinator for Eastern Massachusetts.