The Motley Group Picnic
44th Annual Picnic
Alaska Motley Group Picnic 2026
Join the Motley Group, Snipers Net, Alaska-Pacific Emergency Preparedness Net, and amateur radio operators from around Alaska for a weekend of camping, fellowship, radio, food, raffles, and fun.
Dates & Location
July 30 – August 2, 2026
Tolsona Wilderness Campground
Mile 173 Glenn Highway
Phone: 822-3900
Camping Rate
$35/night
Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Open To
All Hams
Amateur radio operators and families welcome
Picnic Radio
KMOT 99.9 FM
Daily music and announcements
Talk-In / Updates
146.52 MHz
Carry your handy talkie
Picnic Schedule
All activities are optional. Come for the whole weekend or just stop by for the events that interest you.
Thursday, July 30
- Noon: Setup — signs, tarps, and tables
- 1–3 PM: Check-in and raffle ticket sales
- 5 PM: Early Bird Meet & Greet Soup Supper — bring snacks to share
Friday, July 31
- 10 AM–3 PM: Motley Swap and Shop
- 9 AM–Noon & 1–3 PM: Check-in and raffle ticket sales
- Noon: Brown Bag Luncheon at the campground pavilion
- 5 PM: Baked Potato Bar — spuds provided, bring trimmings to share
Saturday, August 1
- 9 AM–Noon & 3–4:30 PM: Check-in and raffle ticket sales
- 10 AM–Noon: Motley Makers Market
- 10 AM–1 PM: Motley Swap and Shop
- 1–3 PM: Radio workshop / presentations
- 1–3 PM: Card and board games
- 4:45 PM: Group photo
- 5 PM: Motley Cookout — hamburgers and hot dogs provided
- After cleanup: Awards, door prizes, and raffle drawings
Sunday, August 2
- 9 AM: Farewell Breakfast — rolls, muffins, and pastries provided
- Evening: Motley Leftovers / What’cha Got Supper for those still at camp
Food & Sharing
Several meals include provided basics, with attendees encouraged to bring toppings, sides, snacks, desserts, or breakfast items to share.
Raffles & Door Prizes
Sign in to receive door prize tickets and a souvenir. Daily raffle tickets are available for purchase, with prize drawings held during the picnic.
Markets & Testing
Enjoy the Motley Makers Market, Swap and Shop, and possible amateur license testing if there are candidates.
Reserve Your Campsite
RV sites include water and electricity. Showers and laundry are available at the campground. If you have not reserved a site yet, contact Tolsona Wilderness Campground and tell them you are with the Motley Group.
Want the full flyer?
Download the complete 2026 Motley Group Picnic flyer with the full schedule, raffle details, meal notes, and campground information.
Download Flyer PDF