Contesting at the AARC is a fun, learning experience. You can Search and Pounce or Run a station using some of the best equipment and antennas available. It can be a low pressure relaxed experience or high energy fast paced excitement. Either way, club members are encouraged to pick a contest and try your hand in several modes, CW, SSB or digital.
For more information on contests at AARC, click on the links below:
           Field Day 2026                                        Â
           Winter Field Day                          Â
           Maryland/DC QSO Party           Â
There are many ways to learn about contesting; below are a few links for more information.
Contest University is a great place to learn about contesting from beginner to advanced techniques. Live session at Hamvention in Dayton each year with some files and videos available online.Â
           https://www.contestuniversity.com/Â
The WA7BNM Contest Calendar is where to find what contest is coming up with links to the host website for rules.
https://www.contestcalendar.com/index.phpÂ
He also has a filter for state QSO Parties if you want to try for all 50 states.
https://www.contestcalendar.com/stateparties.phpÂ
Visit the ARRL Contest Toolbox and Tutorials website for information and guidelines on contesting.