We all get the questions from time to time about why we do Amateur Radio. There are lots of good answers and 101 ways to enjoy the hobby. One big…
Category: Ham Articles

Was it Insured?
Ran across a short article from Dan, KB6NU about insurance for Ham Radio gear. It got me thinking that I really need to take an inventory and maybe get some…

Ham Radio Signals from Mars
This is a short article about one Ham Radio Operators efforts to find radio signals coming from Mars. From: SpaceWeather.com In related news, the Mars Perseverance Rover is scheduled to…

Rocky Mountain Ham University
Rocky Mountain Ham Radio hosts a continuing series of presentations throughout the year. Previous sessions are also available for viewing from their university web page: https://www.rmham.org/rocky-mountain-ham-university/ Their next session will…

NC Hams Create a New Social Network
Ham Radio Nets are nothing new. Many of us have not participated in a net in a long time. Sometimes you say you don’t have enough time, you have done…

Supporting the ARRL through Amazon Prime
Do you support the ARRL? Do you have an Amazon Prime account? Then you can use one to help the other and our hobby. Amazon Prime members have the ability…

New FCC Rules you should know
How D Everyone: On September 30th, 2019, the FCCs new Part 95 Rules update takes effect. The link at the end is a good summary of those changes. A specific…

Projects – Laptop GPS and APRS iGate
I recently posted a couple of projects on my MOTA (Mines on the Air) website that may be of interest to everyone. Below is a brief description of those projects…

When the cellphones stop working, these guys have a plan
Nice article showing one of the many ways we can make a difference as Hams.