Dear Oceanographic High-Frequency Radar (HFR) and Integrated Ocean Observing System (IOOS) Communities,
On behalf of the Radiowave Operators Working Group (ROWG) Steering Committee, I am pleased to announce that the
14th ROWG workshop (ROWG-14) will be hosted by Oregon State University this May 5–7, 2026 at the Hatfield Marine Science Center in Newport, Oregon, United States of America (registration forthcoming).
To help inform this workshop's agenda, you are encouraged to submit recommended topics using the Google Form here (see also attached PDF).
This hybrid, three-day event will enhance coastal HFR operators' knowledge and technical skill through:
- A "manufacturer’s day" where manufacturers highlight best practices for use of their sensors, new products, and brand-specific updates;
- Two-day workshop that will work to improve procedures that govern HFR operations (e.g., site logistics; processing to component vectors, total vector products and data management, etc.), and provide recommendations to users, developers, manufacturers, and program managers for HFR operations; and
- Networking opportunities to socialize and foster collaboration between new and experienced HFR operators.
We will be following up with information regarding lodging, airport transportation, video-teleconference connection information, and a draft agenda. Registration for and attendance of ROWG-14 is free; your only costs will be for your own travel, lodging, and meals.
The ROWG-14 Steering Committee (CC'd) is thrilled at the opportunity to create space and community for HFR technicians.
Please reach out to Emily Landeen (Emily....@NOAA.gov) with any questions about the ROWG-14 workshop.We hope to see you there!
P.S.—The ROWG-14 Steering Committee will also be sending this notice via other HFR community distribution lists, so my apologies if you receive duplicate messages. Please feel free to share this "save-the-date" with your networks too!
