Upcoming Events
May 2026
traditionally May 4-10, 2026
Emergency Preparedness Week
For May 2026, Emergency Preparedness Week (EP Week) in Canada will likely be held during the
first full week of May, traditionally May 4-10, 2026, a national event encouraging Canadians to prepare for emergencies by creating plans and kits, with themes focusing on local risks and community support.
Mon May 11 2026 - 7:00 pm EDT (3rd Monday - 1 week early)
Baofeng UV-5R Workshop (Zoom)
Learn how to use your Baofeng UV-5R handheld radio
For details contact us at [email protected]
Fri May 15 - Sun May 17 2026 - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm EDT
Dayton HamVention
Sponsored by Dayton Amateur Radio Association (DARA)
The 2025 theme, “Radio Independence,” celebrates the freedom and resilience that have always defined amateur radio. From the earliest spark transmissions to today’s global digital modes, hams have pushed the boundaries of innovation, service, and community.
Greene County Fair and Expo Center
210 Fairground Road, Xenia 45385
Coordinates are 39.702 N – 83.9420 W
https://hamvention.org/
Sat May 30 2026 - 1:00 pm EDT
London EmComm Presentation
Rob McQueen and Friends are holding a meeting at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints located at 615 Baseline Rd E in London. London-area hams Henry B and John C will be advising about local infrastructure, alternative comms and expanding your range. How ready are you? Next steps will be discussed. Please bring your ham radio/walkie talkie if you have one.
Here's a map:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/3X3dmcD9CgB1s7bv9
traditionally May 4-10, 2026
Emergency Preparedness Week
For May 2026, Emergency Preparedness Week (EP Week) in Canada will likely be held during the
first full week of May, traditionally May 4-10, 2026, a national event encouraging Canadians to prepare for emergencies by creating plans and kits, with themes focusing on local risks and community support.
Mon May 11 2026 - 7:00 pm EDT (3rd Monday - 1 week early)
Baofeng UV-5R Workshop (Zoom)
Learn how to use your Baofeng UV-5R handheld radio
For details contact us at [email protected]
Fri May 15 - Sun May 17 2026 - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm EDT
Dayton HamVention
Sponsored by Dayton Amateur Radio Association (DARA)
The 2025 theme, “Radio Independence,” celebrates the freedom and resilience that have always defined amateur radio. From the earliest spark transmissions to today’s global digital modes, hams have pushed the boundaries of innovation, service, and community.
Greene County Fair and Expo Center
210 Fairground Road, Xenia 45385
Coordinates are 39.702 N – 83.9420 W
https://hamvention.org/
Sat May 30 2026 - 1:00 pm EDT
London EmComm Presentation
Rob McQueen and Friends are holding a meeting at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints located at 615 Baseline Rd E in London. London-area hams Henry B and John C will be advising about local infrastructure, alternative comms and expanding your range. How ready are you? Next steps will be discussed. Please bring your ham radio/walkie talkie if you have one.
Here's a map:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/3X3dmcD9CgB1s7bv9
June 2026
Mon June 15 2026 - 7:00 pm EDT (3rd Monday)
Baofeng UV-5R Workshop (Zoom)
Learn how to use your Baofeng UV-5R handheld radio
For details contact us at [email protected]
Sat/Sun Jun 27-28 2026 - 12:00 pm EST approx
ARRL Field Day
Numerous events are going on around North America. Details to follow.
http://www.arrl.org/field-day
Mon June 15 2026 - 7:00 pm EDT (3rd Monday)
Baofeng UV-5R Workshop (Zoom)
Learn how to use your Baofeng UV-5R handheld radio
For details contact us at [email protected]
Sat/Sun Jun 27-28 2026 - 12:00 pm EST approx
ARRL Field Day
Numerous events are going on around North America. Details to follow.
http://www.arrl.org/field-day
July 2026
Thu Jul 9 - Sun Jul 12 2026
Preppers Meet 2026
Location: Alliston, Ontario
Uhuru will be making a presentation but on which day has not yet been determined. It would be great if we could have representatives from all the MAGs (Mutual Assistance Groups) out there. Mark your calendars. Plan to be there.
https://preppersmeet.com/
Mon July 20 2026 - 7:00 pm EDT (3rd Monday)
Baofeng UV-5R Workshop (Zoom)
Learn how to use your Baofeng UV-5R handheld radio
For details contact us at [email protected]
Thu Jul 9 - Sun Jul 12 2026
Preppers Meet 2026
Location: Alliston, Ontario
Uhuru will be making a presentation but on which day has not yet been determined. It would be great if we could have representatives from all the MAGs (Mutual Assistance Groups) out there. Mark your calendars. Plan to be there.
https://preppersmeet.com/
Mon July 20 2026 - 7:00 pm EDT (3rd Monday)
Baofeng UV-5R Workshop (Zoom)
Learn how to use your Baofeng UV-5R handheld radio
For details contact us at [email protected]