1. Discover radio with us! Wednesdays at 7:00 PM in 911 Old Chemistry (Top of North East stairwell).ORG

2. What is Amateur Radio?  Non-Commercial recreational operation of communications equipment on dedicated radio frequencies for two way communications with other amateur radio operators using a variety of modes  Amateur radio operators are individually licensed by the FCC and issued a unique call sign. (Ex: KD8NPO, WI3G, KD6UC, W8YX, K8TYR)

3. Licensed?  Not a requirement to join UCARC!  Can still participate in ALL club activities  Administered by volunteer organizations on behalf of the FCC  Three licenses classes: -Technician -General -Amateur Extra  Not as hard as it sounds.  Technician license exam is 35 basic multiple choice questions

4. What’s fun about amateur radio?  Communicating  Experimenting  Contesting  Builder/Maker friendly!  Fox-hunting (hidden transmitter hunt)  Satellite work/talk with astronauts!  Off the grid/portable operation

5. What does the UCARC do?  Help you get involved and discover radio!  Meets every Wednesday at 7:00PM in 911 Old Chemistry