ARROW Communication Association

Serving Radio Amateurs in Michigan's Washtenaw & Wayne Counties

ARROW Amateur Radio Field Day 2026

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Field Day is ham radio’s open house, and it’s the most popular on-the-air event held annually in the US and Canada. Every fourth full weekend of June, licensed amateur radio operators set up temporary stations in public places to demonstrate ham radio’s science, skill, and service.
 
ARROW is back at the Ann Arbor Airport Soccer Fields this year, operating for 24 hours straight on emergency power. You’ll see solar panels, batteries, and generators powering it all, antennas on portable masts, and operators running six stations across HF, VHF, and UHF using voice, Morse code, digital modes, and maybe even amateur radio satellites.
 
The public is invited. Whether you’re a licensed ham, someone curious about radio, or just looking for something different to do on a summer weekend, come on out. Stop by the Information Tent, take a tour of the stations, and meet the operators.
 
First time on the air? Try our GOTA station.
 
GOTA stands for Get On The Air. It’s a dedicated station where anyone, licensed or not, can make their first-ever radio contact under the supervision of a licensed coach. No experience needed. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to talk to someone halfway across the country using nothing but a radio and a wire, this is your chance.
 
Curious about getting licensed?
 
ARROW offers monthly license testing and can help you get started in the hobby. Stop by the Information Tent during Field Day to learn more, or visit our testing page for upcoming exam sessions.
 
Start: Saturday, June 27 at 2:00 PM EDT (1800 UTC) 
End: Sunday, June 28 at 2:00 PM EDT (1800 UTC)
Location: Ann Arbor Airport Soccer Fields 801 Airport Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48108

Dayton Hamvention 2026 Charter Bus

The ARROW Communications Association and the Toledo Mobile Radio Association (TMRA) are proud to sponsor a motor coach trip to the Hamvention 2026 in Dayton, Ohio. This one-day trip leaves early in the morning on May 16, 2026 and returns the same day after Hamvention closes for the day at 5:00 p.m.  The bus has two pickup spots, in Ann Arbor and in Toledo (Rossford). Please join us! Please note that this does not include the Hamvention ticket, which you need to purchase separately

Tickets are $95 per person January 1st 2026 – April 17th 2026
                     $110 per person April 18th 2026 – May 15th 2026

Please note that this does not include the Hamvention ticket, which you need to purchase separately.

To Register and see full Details visit: https://w8rp.org/daytonbus2026

Thanks to Region 2 South Healthcare Coalition

On behalf of the Board and all members of the Arrow Communication Association, we would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Region 2 South Healthcare Coalition for the generous donation of a utility trailer. Their thoughtful contribution will serve as a vital asset for ARROW, enabling us to enhance our emergency communication (EMCOMM) operations and provide critical training resources for our amateur radio community.

In addition to strengthening our preparedness and response capabilities during emergencies and public service events, this trailer will also support our outreach to local schools as a mobile STEM resource. By giving school-age children hands-on experiences with communications technology, we can inspire interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, helping foster the next generation of innovators and community leaders.

Region 2 South’s support exemplifies the spirit of collaboration and community service that is essential in strengthening our regional emergency response efforts. We deeply appreciate your commitment and partnership, which make a meaningful difference in our ability to serve others.

ARROW Amateur Radio Field Day – June 28-29

ARROW Field Day 2025
Ann Arbor Airport soccer fields, 801 Airport Dr.
June 28-29, 2025 – 2pm Saturday to 2pm Sunday

Field Day, an amateur radio event that takes place on the last full weekend of June every year, is an emergency communications exercise, public outreach event, and social event all rolled into one. Hams operate round-the-clock from tents and RVs using emergency power supplied by gas generators, solar panels, and batteries. You are invited to watch, join in, and get on the air!

ARROW Supports American Diabetes Association’s Tour-de-Cure

On Saturday June 7th a team from ARROW supported the American Diabetes Association’s Tour-de-Cure Bicycle event that raised over $275,000. This money goes to increasing awareness, provide vital programs, fund lifesaving research, and work toward a cure for diabetes. 

ARROW provided radio communications for event officials to track rider progress and rider support along the route for bicycle issues.

During the event the ARROW team helped keep riders on the event route, help a couple riders with bicycle issues, transported one rider back to the event headquarters, gave updates to local law enforcement officials, and helped a family member find their rider they were looking for.

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