via the ARRL: Washington Governor Highlights Amateur Radio Volunteers Ahead of ARRL Field Day

Washington Governor Bob Ferguson has issued a video message recognizing the important role Amateur Radio Operators play in supporting communities across the state and encouraging public awareness of Amateur Radio as ARRL Field Day approaches later this month. In the video, Governor Ferguson highlights the critical service radio amateurs provide with communications support during emergencies and natural disasters when traditional communications systems may be disrupted.

Watch the video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=vhBR9z7Q14k

The Governor’s message comes as Amateur Radio Operators across the United States and Canada prepare for ARRL Field Day, June 27 – 28, 2026, the largest annual on-the-air operating event in North America. Organized by ARRL The National Association for Amateur Radio®, Field Day has been held annually since 1933 and demonstrates amateur radio’s ability to establish reliable communications under a wide range of conditions.

Read more – ARRL: https://bit.ly/3S2RzHV