Interested in 3D printing? This presentation will go over some of the history, different types of 3D printing, typical process, applications for the radio amateur radio, and suggestions to start from. (Saturday, August 23 at 11 AM)
Jeff Bail, NT1K, has been involved in amateur radio for 30 years and has a background in engineering and CNC machine operations. He has been involved in the 3D printing hobby for over 10 years and has helped many others get started.
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.
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.
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!
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:
Convention attendees will have the opportunity to tour the trailers and bring home ideas for their own trailer build outs!
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.
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!
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:
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.
Ray Higgins, W2RE, writes on Facebook: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.