Russia's Nature
on the Airwaves
NLAP — a ham radio award program dedicated to Russia's Protected Natural Areas. Activate nature reserves, national parks and wildlife sanctuaries on the airwaves!
What is NLAP?
An award program for those who love radio and nature
NLAP (Nature Landmark & Protected Areas) is a ham radio award program dedicated to Russia's Protected Natural Areas. Travel to nature reserves and national parks with your radio, make QSOs from unique natural locations, and earn awards at various levels.
Founded January 11, 1997 — Russia's Day of Nature Reserves and National Parks.
How to Participate
Three paths to NLAP awards
Program Statistics
Protected Natural Areas data on the interactive map
PNA Categories
All types of protected natural areas
Russia's Nature on the Airwaves
Combine field expeditions with your amateur radio hobby
NLAP Program (Nature Landmark Award Programme) — combines amateur radio with nature conservation. Travel to nature reserves, set up your antenna and make QSOs from Russia's most beautiful locations. Every activation helps promote protected areas!