RSGB CC Introduction | HF Trophies and Awards.

HF Contests - Introduction

Many amateurs enjoy participating in HF contests, either as an outlet for those who are competitive by nature, or for a variety of other reasons. Some use contests to test a new antenna or to check their station equipment, while others use them to sharpen up their operating ability, to work an elusive new country for an award, or for many other reasons. There is another important plus factor and that is the contribution that contests make to the long term interests of the amateur service by ensuring band occupancy, particularly on the higher frequencies during the minimum sunspot years. 

The RSGB Contest Committee is responsible for running all facets of the RSGB contests program. As a 'working committee' its members are expected to get involved in the processes of administration and adjudication of contests as well as defining future policy. The committee conduct business through e-mail, teleconferencing and face to face meetings which are usually held twice a year.

If you're a newcomer to HF contesting you may find reading the RSGB Contesting Guide interesting. Even if you're a little more experienced, you may find some of the information contained in the guide helpful.