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I am interested in starting in Ham Radio/Amateur Radio but I am unsure where to start, What equipment I need etc. I am currently a volunteer fire fighter and Storm Chaser
Some Questions about getting started
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Start at arrl.org for an intro to the hobby. Both training materials and lists of local radio clubs are available. Most clubs offer classes. Your county OEM + EOC (RACES + ARES) should be a good resource. I webbied the k2eoc.org -- optimized for smartphone on up -- site; check out the Resources & Links page for more info including a link to the CFR. HTH.
Start at arrl.org for an intro to the hobby. Both training materials and lists of local radio clubs are available. Most clubs offer classes. Your county OEM + EOC (RACES + ARES) should be a good resource. I webbied the k2eoc.org -- optimized for smartphone on up -- site; check out the Resources & Links page for more info including a link to the CFR. HTH.
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This is a good place to start: American Radio Relay League | ARRL - The national association for AMATEUR RADIO
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Do as the others have said, but also look for a local Ham Club. Great people there and they will love having you. You will learn a ton from these people and you should be able to find someone who will take you under their wing and help you along. Also it is a great place to see the equipment that others have and see how it is used.
I took all thes guys advice and got in touch with my local ham club and they took me under their wing. I took their classes and I test this Wednesday. It isn't particularly hard stuff but it does include a lot of memory, so study often.
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Good luck and welcome to amateur radio.
That's good to hear.
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