The annual 13 Colony amateur radio event begins tomorrow and runs through July 7th. Amateur radio operators are encouraged to attempt to contact all 13th stations from the original colonies of the United States plus two bonus stations from the list below.All modes of operation may be represented – SSB, CW, RTTY, Digital, Etc. – The mode of operation is up to the individual colony state station. Please refer to the State information pages for details.

All HF bands will be in play, including the WARC bands, with the exception of 60 meters. Simplex on 2 meters and 6 meters is encouraged. The SE stations are on the east coast and, are very close to each other. It will be harder for these states to contact each other so, use of 40m-160m is encouraged.

The exchange for this event is:

• CALL SIGN
• RS / RST / RSQ
• STATE / PROVINCE or COUNTRY

If you are a Short Wave listener (SWL), you also qualify for the certificate. Follow the instructions on the Certificates page when you submit your log. A special SWL logo will be affixed to the certificate for you. One or all 13 stations logged qualifies you. Just log ALL of the 13 Colony states and you can get a complete set of custom special event QSL cards also! all 13 are different. QSL requests to be made to each individual Colony State Station with an self-addressed stamped envelope.

The 13 Colonies event invites those short wave listeners to consider getting an amateur radio license. Just use your favorite search engine and search for amateur radio clubs in your area to get information on becoming licensed.

The 13 Colonies Special Event is a not for profit event. All donations are used to fund the next years event, and to defray any expenses occurred. All donations are used for operating costs, supplies, equipment, and 13 Colony Group initiatives. Donation is voluntary