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The mission of YOTA is to connect young amateurs with others of similar age by promoting and facilitating activities for them with the goal of encouraging their continued involvement in amateur radio.

YOTA in the Americas currently sponsors or participates in these events for young amateur radio operators:

We also promote other youth activities in the Americas on our site.  If you know of one we don't have listed, please let us know!  Be sure to check out our Youth Events Calendar!

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Youth on the Air (YOTA) Camp 2025 Announces On the Air Times and Streaming Events

Youth on the Air Americas Camp 2025 being held in suburban Denver, Colorado will operate from the Bob Heil, K9EID Memorial YOTA Camp Amateur Radio Shack in person and remotely as the campers finish projects, between sessions, and during free time.

Activation of the WØY callsign from the camp will begin the evening of
Sunday, June 15th and conclude at 1800Z on Friday, June 20th.
In addition, campers will have the opportunity to operate during the
following dedicated times:

  • Monday, June 16th UTC (Sunday, June 15th MDT): 0200Z to 0400Z
  • Tuesday, June 17th UTC (Monday, June 16th MDT): 0000Z to 0500Z
  • Wednesday, June 18th UTC (Tuesday, June 17th MDT): 0300Z to 0500Z
  • Thursday, June 19th UTC (Wednesday, June 18th MDT): 0300Z to 0500Z
  • Friday, June 20th UTC (Thursday, June 19th MDT): 0000Z to 0500Z

Campers will also have dedicated satellite operating times on Tuesday,
June 17th from 1600Z to 1900Z.

Read the full press release here

Youth on the Air Jr. Camp Applications Now Closed

The application period for YOTA Junior 2025 is now closed! Watch for more information regarding operating times and highlights from YOTA Camp Junior USA 2025!

PJ6Y DXpedition to Saba Island Set for October 2025!

We are thrilled to announce that in October 2025, a dedicated team of 12-14 operators will activate PJ6Y from the stunning Saba Island, IOTA NA-145. This expedition represents a significant step in our ongoing mission to inspire and mentor the next generation of amateur radio operators through hands-on DXpedition experiences.

Read the full press release here

Youth on the Air Announces Partnership with Ham Radio Prep

Youth on the Air is excited to announce our new partnership with Ham Radio Prep, a leading resource for amateur radio education. As part of this collaboration, Ham Radio Prep has joined us as a Bronze-level sponsor for 2025. Through their generous support, they will provide free study materials to help young amateur radio enthusiasts in the Americas get licensed and on the air, furthering our mission to inspire and engage the next generation of amateur radio operators.

Ham Radio Prep has also been gracious enough to provide YOTA with a discount code; by using code YOTA15 at checkout, you will receive 15% off your order and YOTA will also receive a donation each time the code is used!