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Articles from the RHG

New Ham Gets On The Air

August 4, 2018
Don KD9KSJ took his technician exam with our VE testing team in April. About a week later he received his license and purchased a Yaesu FT-65R. The radio arrived in about a week and he was excited to get on the air. Using a scanner he already had he was able to test the radio an … Continue reading "New Ham Gets On The Air"

Schaumburg Amateur Radio Club Board of Directors Meeting July 11, 2018

July 30, 2018
Frank Giampa N9QPD Chairman opened the meeting at 7:03 PM. This meeting occurred one week later than typically scheduled due to the July 4 holiday falling on a Wednesday. Attendees Leo Ribordy N9NBH Cliff Sowka K9QD Peter Maziuk N9POL Matt Walsh AC9IG Frank Giampa N9QPD Ken Kryzywicki KD9HIJ Dirk Smith W0RI Chris Brewer AC9GN Russ … Continue reading "Schaumburg Amateur Radio Club Board of Directors Meeting July 11, 2018"

President’s Report July 2018

July 30, 2018
Our public service events for the season have concluded but there are still other opportunities for you to help out. Two of the largest ham radio events take place over the next few months. On Sunday, September 16 the North Shore Radio Club supports the North Shore Century 100 mile bike ride. And on Sunday, … Continue reading "President’s Report July 2018"

Meet the VE Testing Team

July 15, 2018
Our team of Volunteer Examiners (VEs) dedicates one Saturday morning per month to administering Amateur Radio license exams for all three license levels. They also spend additional time submitting paperwork for all of the new licenses generated from the tests as well as keeping their testing materials up to date with the latest question pools. … Continue reading "Meet the VE Testing Team"