Hams in the Park

Our inaugural community radio day. Hams from across the area come out to talk radio, get on the air, and swap gear. Be part of the first-ever Penn Wireless Hams in the Park.

Save the Date

Aug 1

Saturday, 2026

9 AM – 4 PM · Setup at 8 AM

Penn Wireless is hosting its first-ever Hams in the Park — a day for hams from the community to come out, talk radio, and get on the air together. Hundreds of invitations went out in the mail to area hams. Come be part of the inaugural event.

9 AM – 4 PM

Saturday, Aug 1

Tyler State Park

Hickory Nut Picnic Grove

QRP Hours

9 · 11 · 1 · 3

Gear Swap

Bring & sell

What’s Happening

Talk radio, all day

Hams from across the community gather to swap stories, compare rigs, and get on the air. Whether you're a seasoned operator or just curious, there's a friendly face and an antenna waiting.

QRP hours

Four dedicated low-power operating sessions at 9, 11, 1, and 3. See how far a handful of watts can really reach and pick up some QRP field-operating tips.

Bring gear to sell

PWA members are encouraged to bring radio gear they'd like to sell. Clear out the shack, find a hidden treasure — it's an informal swap, so bring what you've got.

Information table

Stop by to learn how to get your amateur radio license, how to join Penn Wireless, and all about our VOTA (Veterans On The Air) program.

Schedule for the Day

Time	What	Details
8:00 AM	Setup	PWA members arrive to set up tables, antennas, and the info booth.
9:00 AM	Doors open · QRP Hour	Event begins. First QRP hour on the air — low power, big fun.
11:00 AM	QRP Hour	Second QRP operating session.
1:00 PM	QRP Hour	Third QRP operating session.
3:00 PM	QRP Hour	Final QRP operating session of the day.
4:00 PM	Wrap up	Event closes. Thanks for coming out — 73!

New to the hobby?Come by the information table any time. We’ll show you how to earn your license, how to join Penn Wireless, and how to get involved with our VOTA program — no experience or equipment required.

At the Information Table

Get Licensed

Learn what it takes to earn your amateur radio license and how our club helps you get there.

Test sessions

Join Penn Wireless

Find out what membership offers and how to become part of our active radio community.

Become a member

Our VOTA Program

Ask about Veterans On The Air — how our members honor and get veterans on the air.

Getting There

Hickory Nut Picnic Grove · Tyler State Park

We’ll be set up at the Hickory Nut Picnic Grove inside Tyler State Park. Follow the park signs to the grove — look for the antennas and the Penn Wireless info table.

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Be part of the first-ever Hams in the Park

Saturday, August 1 · 9 AM to 4 PM · Hickory Nut Picnic Grove, Tyler State Park. Bring a rig, bring gear to sell, or just bring yourself.

Questions? Contact us

See you in the park — 73!