"I Have My License...Now What?"
by Rick Hiller - W5RH

With a newly licensed Amateur Radio Operator, trepidation is rampant. Hundreds of questions exist: What radio should I buy? What antenna should I use? Should I buy an HT? Can I get on HF? What if I interfere with theTV? And, on and on and on. Always remember, Ham Radio is a hobby and a "journey", NOT a destination. All great things take time. First order of your new Ham agenda is to grab onto an Elmer's coattails and hang on. Elmers are very important in the beginning and throughout your Ham Radio journey. Secondly, attend the February 9th meeting and listen to the presentation. (You might also find an Elmer at the meeting.) This presentation will also be of benefit to the long term Technician VHF/UHFoperator who is just now getting onto HF to enjoy the good band conditions of Cycle 24.

Hear about what equipment to buy and when. What is absolutely needed for your first home station or your mobile station or your portable station. What about the different modes like PSK-31, ECHO Link, WSPR, RTTY, CW, SSB,FM, AM etc.? We'll talk about them also. You will leave the meeting with agreater knowledge of your path forth and with a list of references, both on-line and on paper, that you can use to enhance your knowledge quickly. Invite all of your Ham friends too. CU there.