Comments on: Hams Demonstrate Amateur Radio Emergency Communications

By: Bob C.

Bob C. — Mon, 29 Jun 2015 17:07:10 +0000

Wondering if Supt. Thomas is a HAM?

By: Chris Johns

Chris Johns — Sun, 28 Jun 2015 19:45:26 +0000

Ham Radio or also known as Amateur Radio is a great hobby to get into. All you need nowdays to pass the entry level is a 35 question exam. No code is required anymore. We are regulated by the FCC. I had fun this weekend working several stations at my house. Chris KI4GGH

By: Bob C.

Bob C. — Sun, 28 Jun 2015 13:09:51 +0000

High school I graduated from had a large population of military family kids and there was great and varied interest. We had “Clubs” that met one day per week for an activity period and the “Amateur Radio Club” was one. I was not a member but I do remember they communicated with others all around the world and that was fascinating. I am sure that many when old enough got their licenses.
The radio sets back then used vacuum tubes and were quite large and bulky compared to the new sleek and compact sets of today.
Wishing that schools had time for some same activities during the day.
Alas, the kids have to study for The TEST…..