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According to the FCC regulations, Ham radio operators may use various frequency
ranges (called radio bands), to communicate across the country and around the
world. You will be able to communicate with far off places, discuss topics
of mutual interest, making friends and learning about this world of ours along
the way.
Hams may also design, build, test, and use equipment of their own
manufacture (so long as they stay in the bands they are licensed for).
"But I don't know how to do any of that," you might think. Well, there are
a number of electronics kits that exist just to change your mind. From a simple
QRP
rig, consisting of only 20-30 parts to a full blown HF rig, consisting of maybe
up to 1000 parts. It's all a matter of knowledge and skills obtained along the
way.
Most importantly, Hams can "pay back" their country for the privileges given to them by helping in emergencies.
Using their rigs, whether commercially manufactured
or "home brew," Hams can provide a mobile communications network unrivaled in
diversity, with just a flip of a switch. Clubs, such as SOARESSS, help Hams
learn communication techniques that have proven useful during disasters. These
techniques help alieviate pain and suffering, promote health and welfare, and
can be life saving. Helping your fellow human carries with it one of the highest
of rewards.
All it takes is GETTING INVOLVED.
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