02/10/2022
You sit in front of a small, black box. The swishing sounds of static fill the air as I slowly turn the dial – listening . . . searching. Suddenly, a voice breaks through the white noise: “This is Kilo Charlie Four Alpha Alpha Alpha looking for contacts.” This is not just any voice. You reach for the microphone and respond with your callsign: “KC4AAA, this is Kilo Mike Four Sierra India India. Over!” Time slows as you wait for a response. Finally, the voice replies: “KM4SII, fine copy! My name is Jack, currently stationed at the South Pole Research Station in Antarctica.”
Have you ever wanted to communicate anywhere across the globe without using any existing infrastructure? How about send a text message or image directly over the air? What about locate a hidden radio transmitter in a game of hide-and-go-seek with radio waves? Or even talk to astronauts on the International Space Station?
All of these and so much more are activities that you can engage in with Amateur Radio. No matter your interests or your major, there is something in amateur radio for you!
If you are already an amateur radio operator or simply want to learn more about this exciting hobby, I encourage you to attend the Auburn University Amateur Radio Club’s upcoming meeting. Anyone and everyone is welcome!
When? – Tuesday, February 15th at 5:00 PM Where? – Broun 125
If you are interested in obtaining your amateur radio license, immediately following the meeting will be the first installment of a class that will teach you everything you need to know to get started in the hobby!
The class will meet for one hour each Tuesday and Thursday in Broun 125 at 5:00 PM through March 3rd. By the end of the month, you will be fully prepared to pass the amateur radio licensing exam which will be administered during the last meeting.
