Registration is open for the 68th International DX Convention, set for April 21-23, 2017, in Visalia, California. This year’s format has been expanded to 3 days, with Contest University (CTU) on the opening Friday.
Some highlights: DX and technical seminars on both Friday and Saturday; Dozens of exhibitors offering the latest gear on Friday and Saturday; ARRL DXCC QSL card checking; DX and ARRL forums, and optional Friday dinners — Top Band Banquet, IOTA Banquet, and Contest Banquet.
There is also an optional Saturday Visalia tour. — Thanks to IDXC 2017 Co-Chair and Webmaster John Miller, K6MM
Source:ARRL
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