Ham Radio Castle Awards & Diplomas
Connect with amateur radio operators activating from historic castles and fortresses worldwide to earn unique awards.
Amateur radio operators often engage in award programs that recognize specific achievements in on-air activity. Among these, Castle Awards represent a distinct subset focused on making contact with stations operating from historical castles, fortresses, and similar architectural heritage sites. These awards encourage portable operations from unique locations and foster a deeper appreciation for historical landmarks through amateur radio. Participation typically involves establishing two-way radio contacts (QSOs) with designated stations, often during special activation events, and submitting proof of these contacts to the sponsoring organizations.
The resources within this category primarily consist of official award program websites, detailing the specific rules, eligible castle lists, and submission procedures for various national and international schemes. Operators can find information on activation criteria, participating organizations, and methods for logging contacts, including online log submission platforms. These programs often provide reference numbers or identifiers for each eligible castle, facilitating accurate logging and verification for both activators and chasers. Such resources are essential for operators aiming to achieve these specialized operating awards, providing the necessary framework for participation and recognition within the amateur radio community.
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The Award is given for two-way QSO or SWL-report with Belarussian places who having old castles and palaces. -
Award series "Castles of Poland" are issued for two-way QSO or SWL-report with radiostations working from castles being on territoy of Poland. -
COTA-RUSSIA Award -
Czech Castles Award is given to any amateur radio operator who can provide confirmation of contacts with radiostations from castles and fortresses in Czech Republic. -
With the purpose to let people know about the Castles built on the italian territory and the value which the historical architectural estates hold. Diploma Castelli Italiani by IQ1BP. -
Issued to any licensed radio-amateur or SWL who submits proof of radio contact with stations working form fortresses -
World Castle award web site. The program goal is consolidation of radiohams of different countries for activation and popularization of historical objects all over the world. -
World Castle Award Online Log - Search for QSOs made with valid WCA activations