Dayton Hamvention® 2016 is soliciting nominations for Amateur of the Year, Special Achievement, Technical Excellence, and Club of the Year awards. All Amateur Radio operators/clubs are eligible, with winners recognized at Hamvention® 2016, May 20-22 at Hara Arena.
The Amateur of the Year Award goes to an individual who has made a long-term, outstanding commitment to the advancement of Amateur Radio. The Special Achievement Award honors someone who has made an outstanding contribution to the advancement of Amateur Radio, typically by spearheading a significant project. The Technical Excellence Award recognizes an individual who has made an outstanding technical advancement in Amateur Radio. The Club of the Year Award honors a club that has made a significant contribution to the advancement of Amateur Radio.
Nominations must be received by February 1. Additional details and nomination forms are available on the Dayton Hamvention® website. Send nominations via e-mail or to Dayton Hamvention Awards, PO Box 1446, Dayton, OH 45401-1446.
Source:ARRL
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