Connecting the Greater Rockford Area through Amateur Radio for over 70-years
Welcome to the Rockford Amateur Radio Association! We are a group of ham radio operators dedicated to the advancement of amateur radio in Rockford, Illinois and the surrounding area. Whether you’re looking to earn your first license, returning to the hobby after a long break, you’re new to the area, looking to find local nets or just connect with fellow amateur radio enthusiasts – you are in the right place!
ROCKFORD AMATEUR RADIO ASSOCIATION
SUMMER FIELD DAY 2026
⭐ Thank You! ⭐
A huge thank you to everyone who made Field Day 2026 a success! To our coordinating team for the countless hours of planning and preparation, to every operator who logged contacts, to those who set up and tore down stations and antennas, provided equipment, kept the net work going, and to every visitor who stopped by to see what amateur radio is all about — this event doesn’t happen without you.
Whether you were operating through the night, running digital modes, greeting & welcoming guests, providing an experience at the GOTA station, keeping everyone fed, or just enjoying the camaraderie — you made Field Day 2026 one to remember.
www.rockfordara.org
💬 SHARE YOUR FIELD DAY EXPERIENCE
Join Us!
At our next meeting
Friday 08/14/26 at 7:00 p.m.
Program: Meshtastic Basics
Presented by: Robert “Grizz” Grizzell, W3GRZ
St Anthony Med Center
Foundation Room – (ground floor level)
5666 E State Street
Rockford, IL
Don’t forget to join the fun at following the meeting at Gerry’s Pizza!
7403 Argus Drive, Rockford
Latest News
- It’s a wrap! Let’s Look Back at Field Day!Take a peak at the Field Day Photo Gallery! More to come in the July HamRag.
- CQ…CQ…CQ… Are you Ready for Field Day!Rockford Amateur Radio Association Summer Field Day 2026 As long as the radios keep calling, we keep going!
- Updates for Skywarn Spotters & FriendsUpdates from Greg Wernick, Jr – Winnebago County Skywarn Director
- June 2026 Ham Rag is Now Available!This issue includes Field Day Updates, Citizen Mesh Network Part 2, a fun Blast from the Past and more!