County Fair Exhibit Hall Displays 19th Century Traditions Plus 21st Century Tech

In addition, some forward-thinking Fair leaders and volunteers also included technology in a unique exhibit involving kids, electronics, and amateur radio. Electronics and Amateur Radio Add 21st Century Tech To The FairVolunteers from the Chaffee-Lake Amateur Radio Association (CLARA), an affiliate of the American Radio Relay League (ARRL). Marty Glapa, (amateur radio call sign WTØZ), a retired Fellow from Bell Labs with a distinguished career in technology, explained each of the pieces of equipment on display. “Perhaps this (amateur radio) is a gateway, a touchstone or inspiration that can lead people into a multitude of directions.” Featured image: Kids at Chaffee County Fair 4-H Exhibit Hall enjoy interacting with a plasma ball that demonstrates the flow of electrons.