DuPage ham radio club prepares for community emergency at National Field Day June 27-28

What happens in emergencies when phones don’t work? Members of the DuPage Amateur Radio Club will demonstrate how they communicate in emergency situations during June 27-28 in Elmhurst’s Wilder Park, 175 S. Prospect Ave.

The community is welcome to observe, ask questions, or send a test message on club member equipment in locations near Wilder Park’s tennis courts, from 1 p.m. Saturday through 1 p.m. Sunday.

Amateur radio operators of any class or license are welcome to participate with club members.

On ARRL Field Day, ham radio operators in the U.S. and Canada set up temporary transmitting stations to show how they serve their communities. The event combines public service, emergency preparedness, community outreach, and technical skills.

The DuPage Amateur Radio Club has served the region in supporting communication at the Grove Express 5K, Darien Dash, and at Lurie Children’s Hospital during a 2024 cyberattack. They also present demonstrations to scouting and school groups.

To learn more, visit w9dup.org.