Subj : Re: new tech
To   : John Nemmer
From : George Avera
Date : Sun Aug 12 2001 01:24 pm

John Nemmer,Fidonet writes:
 >
 >Hello All,
 >
 > My name is john nemmer, sysop of this bbs,  I just passed my 
 >technician class test at the boy scout jamboree and looking forward 
 >to working towards extra. I have alsways wanted to get into amateur 
 >radio, but things always came up. Built the misc heathkit kits, 
 >dabbled in electronics, run this bbbs and do a web site for my scout 
 >district.
 >
 > What I am looking for is info on equipment, operating tips etc. 
 >Don't want to get off on the wrong foot. I have a couple emails into 
 >some local clubs but figure they mostly shut down for the summer, so 
 >not to worried on no response.
 >
 > any comments would be great.
 >
 >                   John  KB3GXP

I am hearing high praise for the Elecraft K2 transceiver.  I am really 
impressed with the ARRL's book Ham Radio FAQ, definitely worth the money, 
especially for your Scouts.


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