13 Colonies Special Event 2026: Everything You Need to Know! | HamShackTV LIVE

This week on HamShackTV LIVE, we're getting ready for one of amateur radio's biggest annual operating events: the 13 Colonies Special Event! From July 1 through July 7, stations representing each of the original 13 colonies will be on the air using special event callsigns K2A through K2M. Operators can also work three bonus stations: WM3PEN (Philadelphia) GB13COL (England) TM13COL (France) We'll discuss: ✅ How the event works ✅ What counts for a Clean Sweep ✅ Best bands and modes to work ✅ Award certificates and QSL cards ✅ Strategies for finding all 13 colonies ✅ Tips for new operators ✅ Why this event has become one of the most popular special events in amateur radio The 2026 event runs from July 1 at 9:00 AM Eastern through July 7 at Midnight Eastern. 📅 LIVE Thursday at 8:00 PM Eastern Live, Learn, Transmit. Welcome to the Shack. Official Event Information: 13 Colonies Special Event #HamRadio #13Colonies #HamShackTV #AmateurRadio #ARRL #HFRadio #DX #SpecialEventStation 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5192641561362432