Ham Radio!

Why? Simply put: Ham Radio Works! Most of the time, things work fine. But despite the development of very complex systems – or maybe because they ARE so complex – Ham radio has been called into action again and again to provide communication when it really matters.

Why Ham Radio Works So Well. Telephones, cell phones, Internet, trunk lines, police/fire/EMS radio and even satellite phones have limitations. To get the message out they have to go through many vulnerable choke points and they all need electric power and in some cases the Internet. Even if these systems are functioning, they can be overwhelmed by the number of cries for help and families seeking information.

How do I get started?  The first step is getting your F.C C. technicians license from the Federal Communications Commission (F.C.C.) This license allows you to communicate on the most popular Ham radio frequencies. 

You can use these to communicate around the city, the county, the state, the country, around the world and even off our planet to the astronauts on the International Space Station!  You can keep in touch with your family and friends when it really matters!

Wow, sounds great. How long does it take: Years, months? Surprisingly, No.  You can get your license in a single day with WARS (Wichita Falls Amature Radio Society's Ham-in-A-day Study session.

What Does It Cost? 

The WARS) Ham-In-A-Day license study session is free.  The study guide is free. The F.C. testing fees cost $15 to $30 cash Only.

The F.C.C. charges $35 for a 10-year license.  once you pass. They will bill you via email. You can pay the license fee by credit or debit card.

What about the equipment? A very basic handheld radio can be purchased for under $40.

wARS HAM-IN-A-DAY

To Sign up for our one day amateur radio (Ham Radio) technician license training session click here:

https://forms.gle/mytrozkaq9EJDD7r5

 

This guided study session starts at 8 a.m., we'll eat lunch at 12 noon with an official FCC Technician license testing at 3 p.m. 

When you pass, you’ll receive your official F.C.C. callsign in 1 to 3 weeks.

We’ll hand you the study materials  just prior to the start of the study session. 

The next Ham-In-A-Day session is here In Wichita Falls, TX on March 29th, 2025, Saturday 8am To 5pm.  Future dates are to be announced. Sign up to be notified of future dates.

Please Forward this email to anyone who may be interested.

Notes: 

Recommended for ages for this guided study session is 12 to 112.

The facility is Handicap Accessible.

Registration is very limited. These classes fill very quickly. So sign up right away.

The Morse Code test is no longer required for any Amateur Radio license class.  The only real requirement is a strong desire to get your Ham license.

 scholarships are available for certain groups such as Scouts aged 12 to-22. Please call for details.

Want to Register? Great! Register Today By Clicking Here: 

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