Long shot-HAM radio operators

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[alamowest]

KF6WSR here, grid DM15. Ihave worked 44 states, over 300 grids on 6 meters (50 MHz). Ham radio is also something that takes time to nurture.

 

[zenom]

This is an old post, but figured I would bring it back to life. I am a licensed Extra. NB8F.
I enjoy the pipe and the radio at night. Very fun and relaxing.

 

[randelli]

I have been thinking about doing this. There is a local disaster relief outfit that needs ham operators and will train, etc..
Are there any apps to listen to ham radio?

 

[radio807]

Are there any apps to listen to ham radio?

You don't need an app to listen to ham radio. You need a radio
Seriously, your best bet is to hook up with a local ham radio club. Go to the ARRL website (arrl.org) and click the link for clubs. Unless you live in Antarctica there's probably a club within reasonable distance of you. Those folks should be able to hook you up with licensing information and local public service communications activities. You'll learn much more from them, and much quicker, than on a pipe forum. Best of luck.
73,

Jim

WA2MER

 

[w2srg]

W2SRG,advanced class, since the 90's--- 73's

 

[cosmicfolklore]

I have always wondered what the appeal of this is. So, do you guys just talk to each other like the CB radio craze of the 70's, or do you broadcast music without paying to do so, just talk , or what do you do?

 

[jefflee01]

K4LSJ general class here from SC

 

[jefflee01]

We make contacts with other hams experiment with different aspects of electronics help out with disasters the list can go on and on. There are so many aspects of the hobby and it can be really fun talking to others with "100 watts and a wire."