Is Parks on the Air Past Its Prime? An Honest Debate

Has Parks on the Air already peaked? This clip is from Everyday Ham Episode 18. Watch the full episode here:    • Has POTA Peaked? Campfires, Community, and...   James (K8JKU), Jim (N8JRD), and Rory (W8KNX) tackle the question every activator is quietly asking: is POTA still growing, or has the program hit its plateau? The guys debate whether Parks on the Air is in its twilight or its golden years, why the growth curve is flattening now that most active hams have already tried it, and what the declining solar cycle means for a program built around QRP and portable operating. They also get into why tougher band conditions may push more operators toward CW and FT8, why bringing every tool in the toolbox matters more than ever, and the volunteers and board members working to keep POTA running for the long haul. Parks on the Air is a volunteer-run organization. If you love POTA, consider donating at https://parksontheair.com Watch the full episode, including our recap of the Third Annual Michigan POTA Meetup at Hartwick Pines State Park:    • Has POTA Peaked? Campfires, Community, and...   Don't miss a single episode! Follow the Everyday Ham Podcast on your favorite podcast platform (Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, and more) and be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel. Website: https://www.everydayham.com Instagram:   / everydayhampodcast   #hamradio #POTA #parksontheair #amateurradio