One exciting aspect of amateur radio is contesting which helps you become a better amateur in terms of knowledge and operating skills. You may compete as a single operator or as multi-operator.
http://www.hornucopia.com/contestcal/perpetualcal.php
PARA holds the following contests annually:
Contact our Contests and Awards Committee Chairman DU1XX Mike Hogar on Facebook or email him michael_hogar@yahoo.com for more information.