Topic: SCCX Members - Information on Ham Radio Licensing

[Ghost65]

Southern California Club Xterra encourages our members efforts to upgrade their communications to licensed amatuer radio status.

This is an excellent way to communicate on the trail, in remote locales (where cell phones don't work), as well as during emergency situations.

In the last 20 years the hobby has opened up significantly with the approval of a "No Code Technician Class" licensing process.  

With approximately 30 days of study and review, along with the successful passing of a 35 question test, applicants are rewarded with an amatuer radio call sign/license and band privileges that expand both range and clarity of signal.

Local testing is offered monthly all over San Diego County, as well as Orange and Los Angeles Counties, usually through a local Repeater Club or Emergency Services outlet.

The license is a one time $15.00 fee, and the license renews every ten years for FREE.

Basic radio and antenna set ups start at around $300.

For more information on "How To" reach out to one of the many hams here on SCCX who would be more than happy to share their positive experiences with the hobby as well as contacting me personally to help.

John, GhostX
 

Check out these helpful links as well:

QRZ Website

The newest edition of the helpful study guide is available through the ARRL here:

Ham Radio Licensing Book

A quick link to one of the many Ham Radio suppliers:

Shop Ham Radios/Antennas Here