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Reminder: Spark-Con is October 10-11

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Subject Reminder: Spark-Con is October 10-11
Followup-To rec.radio.amateur.moderated, rec.radio.amateur.misc, oma.general, nebr.misc
Date 2025-10-01 07:28 -0400
Organization American Radio Relay League
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SPARK-CON | ARRL Midwest Division Convention

[http://spark-con.org/]


Friday, October 10, 2025, Noon to 5 PM & Banquet at 6 PM
Saturday, October 11, 2025, 8 AM to 5 PM
Missouri State Fairgrounds, 2503 West 16th Street, Sedalia, Missouri 65301

SPARK-CON ARRL Midwest Division Convention [ http://spark-con.org/ ] is
a must-attend for amateur radio enthusiasts of all levels, featuring a
wide variety of activities, seminars, and hands-on experiences right in
the heart of the Midwest Division. �  See SPARK-CON 2025 Message [
https://youtu.be/6H8dO_SN02k ] from Amelia Rose Earhart (Keynote
Speaker)

Purchase Tickets
https://spark-con.org/Purchase2.htm

Event Highlights:
� �Meet ARRL representatives: Midwest Division Director Art Zygielbaum, K0AIZ, and many ARRL Section Managers and Field Organization volunteers.
� �Admission Fee: $10 (Cash only at the door)
� �Vendor & Exhibitors: Explore the latest in amateur radio equipment and technology from top vendors.
� �Tailgating (Swap Meet): Buy, sell, or trade radio gear and accessories in a lively outdoor marketplace.
� �Full Seminar Schedule: Attend informative sessions led by expert speakers on all things amateur radio.
� �License Testing: Take the test to get your amateur radio license or upgrade your existing license.
� �DXCC Card Checking: Verify your DX contacts with official card checking services.
� �Prizes: Win exciting prizes, including hourly door prizes!
� �Emergency Preparedness: Participate in hands-on demonstrations and discussions about emergency communications.
� �Near Space Balloon Launch: Witness a thrilling high-altitude balloon launch.
� �Transmitter Hunt & Antenna Clinic: Test your skills in a transmitter hunting challenge and improve your antenna knowledge.
� �On-Site RV Camping & Hospitality Area: Stay on-site and enjoy the weekend with fellow radio enthusiasts.
� �Hamfest Dinner: Join us for a delicious Friday night dinner from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
� �Grand Prize Drawing: A major grand prize will be drawn on Saturday at 5:00 PM (you do not need to be present to win).
� �Youth STEM Seminars: Inspiring youth-focused presentations on science, technology, engineering, and math related to amateur radio.
� �Hotel Booking: Rooms are available at Hotel Bothwell, Best Western,
and Holiday Inn Express (mention the Spark-Con block for special rates).
� �Talk-in Frequency: 147.030 (OFFSET, PL 179.9)

For more information visit spark-con.org [ http://spark-con.org ] or
check out the convention s Facebook page [
https://www.facebook.com/SparkConFest ] .

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