Jan
3rd
Past Event
ARRL Kids Day – Ham Radio event
Saturday January 3rd, 2026
Wendell Museum 122 W. Second St Wendell NC 27591
1:00pm - 5:00pm
Five County Amateur Radio Enthusiasts is pleased to support American Radio Relay League (ARRL) Kid’s Day activities at the Wendell Museum! 
January 3, 2026
1:00–5:00 PM
Location: Wendell Museum122 W. 2nd Street, Wendell, NC 27591
Amateur Radio Exam: 2:30 PMActivities include:
• Talk with other Kids Day participants around the world
• Morse Code demonstrations — learn to send your name
• Satellite demonstrations
• Free amateur radio exams (no charge)*
Scouts: This is a good opportunity to accomplish meet some of the requirements for the Radio merit badge.
General Contact: markgibson6822@gmail.com
Testing Info: Email or call Mark Gibson at 919-614-6822* Applicants must obtain a free FRN number from the FCC prior to testing:
Those planning to take the exam should register in advance with the group.
Exam details: HamStudy.org
After passing the exam, the FCC requires a $35 license fee before issuing the license.
