What: A “hands-on” approach for new and novice Hams to learn & practice radio us-age, skills, techniques, and technologies to become “Radio-Active.”

When: Once or twice a month for 2 hours – see schedule below.

Who: Any new or novice licensed Ham radio operator. (Non-licensed folks can attend too, but, can only observe.) If you have an “OARS Elmer” invite them to join you (they’re always a welcome resource). Note! Any OARS members can attend and help too!

Where: Locations will vary within the Olympia/Lacey/Tumwater areas and occasional-ly around Thurston County.

What to bring: An HT radio, good walking shoes, warm clothing (we’re outside), rain gear (if necessary), and a notepad. We’ll be standing and doing some walking. A manu-al/guide for your HT would be also helpful. Often, we will use a cell phone with your radio, so bring it too.

Preparation: Make sure your radio is fully charged and, if possible, bring a sparebattery. Also make sure your cell phone is charged. Some helpful apps will need to be occasionally downloaded to your cellphone.


Schedule: 

April 12, 10 am - 12 pm at Percival Landing (shelter near parking lot). Topics: Using Simplex Frequency, National Calling Frequency 146.520 MHz, "Open” Frequencies, and Radio Etiquette

April 19, 10 am - 12 pm at Percival Landing (shelter near parking lot).  Topics: Using the NT7H 147.360 MHz repeater, programming radio for repeater access and Repeater "Do's and Don'ts"

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