Attention amateur radio fans

DOVER-FOXCROFT — The Piscataquis Amateur Radio Club  is excited to attend this year’s Radio Rodeo on Saturday, Sept. 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Piscataquis Valley Fairgrounds.

Prior to this event we will be hosting a license test at 48 Morton Ave. in Dover-Foxcroft at 8 a.m. Prior registration is required for the license testing.  

PARC has been the amateur radio club of Piscataquis County since 1994; assisting with communications at local events such as the Piscataquis River Race.

Amateur radio is a hobby licensed by the FCC and consists of using different types of radios in order to communicate on specified frequencies. Communications which can carry locally, across continents and even into space. HAM radios are a tried-and-true technology that continues to be utilized in emergency planning due to the reliability, portability, and reach of these radio set ups. 

The Radio Rodeo will be a fun filled event showcasing radios live on the air, demonstrations, and equipment for sale. We are very excited about attending our second event to showcase how HAM operators and the county’s EMA work together to enhance communications “when all else fails.”

We look forward to meeting you at this family friendly event!