Interested in Amateur (Ham) Radio?
For EveryoneEspecially for For Kids K8ZT's Quick Tips on
Becoming an Amateur Radio Operator
Welcome to Amateur Radio!
by ARRL (American Radio Relay League)		Amateur Radio Comic Books
Featuring Zak & Max, 7 free from Icom
  1. Find a Local Radio Club in your Area- Click links below to search for a club near you
  2. Meet Local Hams (see #1 above or look for houses with towers & non-TV antennas, hams are usually very welcoming to interested potential hams!
  3. Explore the Ham Help Links on my website to get plenty of information   
  4. Get a Book- There are many good introductory books available, visit your local library or favorite bookstore. I would recommend-  
    • Ham Radio for Dummies   (ISBN: 0-76455-987-7)
    • The ARRL Ham Radio License Manual   (ISBN:0-87259-963-9)
    • The ARRL Operating Manual   (ISBN:0-87259-109-3))
  5. Pick up an Amateur Radio Magazine 
  6. Go to a Hamfest-  a combination of flea market, social gathering, presentations and Ham Dealers (click here to search for one in your area ARRL Hamfests)
Introduction to Amateur Radio
by CQ Magazine		Amateur Radio
from Kids Net.AU Encyclopedia
60 Great Things About Amateur Radio by CQ Magazine
Young Ham's News
Amateur Radio
from Wikipedia		Kids in Amateur Radio
from ARRL
Guide to Amateur Radio for New Hams
from e-ham.net		Welcome to the Wonderful
World of Ham Radio!
Visit my Local Radio Club
Cuyahoga Falls Amateur Radio Club
Find a Radio Club in Your Local Area
Boy Scout Radio Merit Badge
Ham Radio in Schools
Ham Resources for Teachers


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