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ARRL Field Day

Posted on by michael.burton@prhacker.com

ARRL Field Day on the fourth full weekend of June every year is the opportunity for thousands of amateur radio enthusiasts throughout the U.S and Canada to set up temporary communications stations and make contact with like-minded people. Licensed radio operators (often called “Hams”) spend the weekend practicing community outreach, emergency preparedness, and technical skills. It’s basically radio heaven.

A contest is held each year with individuals, clubs, and teams trying to make contact with as many stations as possible over 24 hours. Field Day will take place on June 28 and June 29 with over 35,00 people expected to take part. It begins at 18:00 UTC Saturday and runs through 20:59 UTC Sunday. Pack your camping equipment, throw up some temporary antennas, and spin the dials on your radio, because this not-to-be-missed event is rich in history, tradition, and technology.

Armed Forces Day (U.K.)

Posted on by Ali Sultan
Armed Forces Day (U.K.)

Armed Forces Day in the U.K. on June 24 marks a special day for the country’s sovereignty and its interests. Each year, noteworthy and outstanding parades and marches are organized at the country’s landmarks. Even though Armed Forces Day is an official event, it is not a public holiday as businesses and offices remain open. One of the goals of the day is to recognize the services and sacrifices of the country’s forces. The soldiers and cadets train day-in and day-out to protect the citizens of their country from all sorts of dangers. Their efforts are lauded by everyone, including politicians and celebrities. Another aim of the day is to raise funds for those injured in the line of duty.

National Parchment Day

Posted on by Sherina Noor

National Parchment Day is on June 25 this year, so go all out in finding out more about parchment paper and why it is important for cooking. Also known as baking paper, parchments are convenient to use and can do wonders for the taste of a particular dish. To master the method of cooking with parchment paper, you must be aware of all the dos and don’ts of the technique, which requires the cook to wrap food such as chicken, fish, and meat in parchment paper. Add vegetables and seasoning to the mix and seal the paper. Now, get cooking!