About this episode
Brian D. Karcher discusses what to expect at a hamfest, including operating, shopping, and socializing.
Brian D. Karcher, KG5GJT, joins the podcast in support of his March/April 2026 On the Air article, “Journey to a Hamfest.” If you haven’t been to a hamfest or ham radio convention yet, listen in to find out what to expect — from operating, to shopping, to meeting old friends and making new ones!
People in this episode
Guest: Brian D. Karcher
Topics covered
- hamfest
- ham radio
- convention
- operating
- shopping
- socializing
Keywords
- ham radio convention
- meeting friends
- new experiences
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Journey to a Hamfest
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