Re: [BVARC] How to HAM?

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Re: [BVARC] How to HAM?

Never mind. Blake already answered that. -Kristan Sent from [Proton Mail](https://proton.me/mail/home) for iOS On Tue, Mar 19, 2024 at 7:27 PM, gshockxcc <[gshock...@pm.me](mailto:On Tue, Mar 19, 2024 at 7:27 PM, gshockxcc < wrote: > Rick, I am on a Yaesu dual band YT-65. Trying to figure it

Re: [BVARC] How to HAM?

Rick, I am on a Yaesu dual band YT-65. Trying to figure it out now. On the repeater frequency, what does the -0.6 mean? -Kristan Sent from [Proton Mail](https://proton.me/mail/home) for iOS On Tue, Mar 19, 2024 at 9:26 AM, Rick Hiller via BVARC <[bvarc@bvarc.org](mailto:On Tue, Mar 19, 2024

Re: [BVARC] How to HAM?

Here is a link to talk to a few more operators that might help out. Also like some of the other guys said try to make it out to the event on the 20th of April. It's a Saturday. https://www.facebook.com/share/p/KqUHY7oTqciKGxNC/?mibextid=A7sQZp On Tue, Mar 19, 2024, 5:47 PM gshockxcc via BVARC

Re: [BVARC] How to HAM?

Hello All, I just want to thank everyone for the wealth of information on the chain today. This really helped a lot, and I appreciate the support. -Kristan KI5VVT Sent with [Proton Mail](https://proton.me/) secure email. On Tuesday, March 19th, 2024 at 1:34 PM, Dan Donalson via BVARC wrote:

Re: [BVARC] How to HAM?

Great info! Thank you so much! DanKI5YXK On Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at 10:21:53 AM CDT, Chris Medlin via BVARC wrote: I will also add…Http://websdr.orgNo radio required to listen. Anytime you are in a place where you have some downtime but not at home or not where you can turn on an

Re: [BVARC] 10-10 Net Tonight

Just getting my HF setup don't have my antenna yet, next time 73 KI5LFX On Mar 19, 2024 11:19 AM, Allen Brier via BVARC wrote:Want to promote activity on 10 meters? Why don’t you join us tonight at 8pm on 28.488 for the weekly 10-10 net? You don’t need to be a member to join in, but being a

Re: [BVARC] How to HAM?

You can remove your self from the BVARC web page    https://bvarc.org/home/club-listserver/  Chuck HaleKF5UXP From: Kelley Niemann via BVARCSent: Tuesday, March 19, 2024 11:07 AMTo: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUBCc: Kelley Niemann; gshockxcc; jerry; wb5ittSubject: Re: [BVARC] How to HAM? Can

[BVARC] 10-10 Net Tonight

Want to promote activity on 10 meters? Why don't you join us tonight at 8pm on 28.488 for the weekly 10-10 net? You don't need to be a member to join in, but being a member is a great way to work new states and countries, and generate more activity on 10 meters (which is my favorite band!)

Re: [BVARC] How to HAM?

What to talk about: If I recall correctly from the exam (its been 30 years), you can talk about anything as long as its not conducting business, profanity, playing music or singing, and politics is frowned upon.. so that leaves a lot that you can talk about. From: gshockxcc Sent: Tuesday,

Re: [BVARC] How to HAM?

Please take me off your email list. On Tue, Mar 19, 2024 at 11:07 AM Kelley Niemann wrote: > Can you please take my name off the list? > > On Tue, Mar 19, 2024 at 11:03 AM jerry via BVARC wrote: > >> Kristan, >> >> You can find local repeaters at Repeaterbook.com - Home >>

Re: [BVARC] How to HAM?

Can you please take my name off the list? On Tue, Mar 19, 2024 at 11:03 AM jerry via BVARC wrote: > Kristan, > > You can find local repeaters at Repeaterbook.com - Home > > > Repeaterbook.com - Home > > Worldwide Amateur Radio Repeater Directory >

Re: [BVARC] How to HAM?

Kristian, RepeaterBook.com has all the info you would need to get started. Set your location, pick one of the frequencies listed nearby, key it into your radio, and listen! To transmit back once you hear something you want to engage with, set

Re: [BVARC] How to HAM?

Kristan, You can find local repeaters at Repeaterbook.com - Home | | | | | | | | | | | Repeaterbook.com - Home Worldwide Amateur Radio Repeater Directory | | | Jerry DotsonKJ5CPT. On Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at 10:53:02 AM CDT, gshockxcc via BVARC wrote: How do

Re: [BVARC] How to HAM?

I will fit right in!!! -Kristan KI5VVT Sent with [Proton Mail](https://proton.me/) secure email. On Tuesday, March 19th, 2024 at 10:50 AM, s.c.flowers wrote: > Kristan, > Welcome. BTW there’s also Brews With BVARC. Chat with interesting/nerdy hams > over a local craft beer.  > > All are

Re: [BVARC] How to HAM?

Kristan,Welcome.  BTW there’s also Brews With BVARC.  Chat with interesting/nerdy hams over a local craft beer.  All are welcome! (MEs, EEs, Phys, ChemEs, Math, Star Trek, Star Wars, The Expanse enthusiasts.. yea pretty much anyone with nerdy or no credentials  )73,Stephen (W2WF)On Mar 19, 2024,

Re: [BVARC] How to HAM?

How do you get on a repeater, and where do you find them? Can I do that with a hand held? -Kristan KI5VVT Sent with [Proton Mail](https://proton.me/) secure email. On Tuesday, March 19th, 2024 at 8:23 AM, wb5itt wrote: > Don't feel bad, we all felt that way when we first got licensed. Just

Re: [BVARC] How to HAM?

Okay, I'm going to take some advice I was given this morning and jump in with both feet. LOTS of stupid questions. - Do I need to connect to a repeater to use my hand held? - If so, how do I even do that? I know there are repeaters out there. How do you find them? - I would love to learn CW,

Re: [BVARC] How to HAM?

146.94 will give you plenty to listen to, also 444.300  Eddie (NU5K) On Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at 10:45:24 AM CDT, gshockxcc via BVARC wrote: Rick (W5RH), yes, sir.  That's me.  Thanks for helping out.  I have two hand held units, a Yaesu FT-56, and one other, I can't recall.   I

Re: [BVARC] How to HAM?

Rick (W5RH), yes, sir. That's me. Thanks for helping out. I have two hand held units, a Yaesu FT-56, and one other, I can't recall. I tinkered with trying to find some channels on the Technician frequencies, and I never found anyone to listen to. -Kristan KI5VVT Sent with [Proton

Re: [BVARC] How to HAM?

I will also add… Http://websdr.org No radio required to listen. Anytime you are in a place where you have some downtime but not at home or not where you can turn on an HF radio. Maybe there is torrential thunderstorms in your area and your equipment is all disconnected but you want to hear some

Re: [BVARC] How to HAM?

I am in exactly the same situation. We went to the POTA at Brazos Bend state park and learned a bit. I'll try to make it to the 4/20 event as well. I need to find an Elmer with a high tolerance for frustration to tutor me Dan DonalsonKI5YXK On Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at 08:13:15 AM CDT,

Re: [BVARC] How to HAM?

OK, KI5VVT great. in Richmond, TX area. Tell us what gear you have and antenna set-up. That will determine what you are able to do on the air, etc. TNX...Rick W5RH On Tue, Mar 19, 2024 at 8:55 AM Rick Hiller wrote: > Kristan, > What's your call and what part of town / area are you? >

Re: [BVARC] How to HAM?

I will repeat what Sean stated, come out to one of the POTA events that happens around the Houston area.   While there are several groups doing these I have found that the (facebook group) Houston POTA group is the most active.  During these POTA events you will be able to get on the air with

Re: [BVARC] How to HAM?

Kristan, What's your call and what part of town / area are you? 73.Rick W5RH On Tue, Mar 19, 2024 at 8:44 AM Michael Amos via BVARC wrote: > All of the below suggestions are VERY good. I would like to also add that > you should turn on that radio, tune into a QSO and just listen for a

Re: [BVARC] How to HAM?

All of the below suggestions are VERY good. I would like to also add that you should turn on that radio, tune into a QSO and just listen for a bit. Then another and another... The idea is to get an idea of the lingo and pace of the conversation. That with the extra education you will get

Re: [BVARC] How to HAM?

You are welcome to come and spend the morning or afternoon at my shack and I can demonstrate quite a few facets of the hobby 73 John W Holmes K4VMG From: BVARC on behalf of gshockxcc via BVARC Sent: Tuesday, March 19, 2024 8:12:55 AM To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR

Re: [BVARC] How to HAM?

Kristan,I understand and was once in your shoes when I first started. I know you said it is hard for you to go to activities such as a planed POTA event. But I encourage you to seek these gatherings because they are some of the best way to get answers to your questions and a little hands on

Re: [BVARC] How to HAM?

Don't feel bad, we all felt that way when we first got licensed. Just get on the frequency that your license allows and call CQ. Or find a conversation that seems what you like and break into it. Nothing special about having a conversation on the radio. Just talk normal and remember to ID every

[BVARC] How to HAM?

First, let me preface my request for help by saying that I am a Mechanical Engineer and I still have no idea what is going on. I collect lots of data on rotating and fixed equipment, and I understand Control systems just enough to be dangerous. That said, I have had my General license for