Using a cheap Baofeng GT-5R and a Signal Stick antenna, I made my first contact as an amateur radio operator. Using the local repeater, I was able to bounce over and make contact with K0TML. He gave me some great troubleshooting tips and some encoura ... read more →

As of today, I've passed my ARRL technician exam. This means that once I receive a callsign from the FCC early next week, I'll be able to transmit on the amateur "ham" bands using a radio! While I'm excited to make radio contact with folks ... read more →