The young hams have to meet the following criteria:
They offer a program where kids can win free time using world-class remote DX contest stations.
Use remote HF and SWL stations to spark interestįor young ham radio operators who already have their license, look no further than Remote Ham Radio as a shining example of how to get kids interested in upgrading their license.
Using space exploration as a drive for getting a ham license would be a fantastic entry point for space geeks everywhere. Focus on targeting kids interested in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics and educate them on AMSAT and the potential to communicate with the International Space Station (ISS). Companies like SpaceX and Blue Origin are making space and engineering cool again, and ham radio could easily ride that wave. The United States is embarking on the next generation of space exploration. How do we get young people interested in the digital age where they can communicate anywhere in the world with a tap of a button? The ARRL hasn’t done a great job in attracting young people - but there are things we can do! Capitalize on the next generation of space exploration Today, kids aren’t impressed with the ability to talk around with the world on 100 watts and a wire. We must get children interested in the hobby. Who cares how we get it done? Getting young kids involved in ham radio Integrating new technology like VOIP and microcomputers into amateur radio is what it’s all about-using the resources available to communicate and exchange information with others around the world. These often dismissive and vile opinions are not great for the future of amateur radio. Some ham radio operators believe younger hams are “killing” the hobby. And younger operators are redefining how it’s done with new digital technologies - and that’s a great thing! Millennials are not killing ham radio… they’re the future Ham radio will always be a hobby where those engaged are practicing to help if the need ever arises, whether they participate in public service events with local clubs or not.
DMR doesn’t need to have an Internet backbone to be a game-changer for emergency communications.
These Internet-connected repeaters hold value, the biggest is the ability to have two different time slots carrying voice traffic simultaneously on one repeater, whether they have an Internet connection or not. Many amateur radio operators use Internet-connected hotspots to operate from their shack without tying up local repeaters. Digital Mobile Radio (DMR)ĭigital Mobile Radio has exploded in growth in the past decade. FT8/JS8CallįT8/JS8Call has drew the ire from older operators who don’t see it as “real ham radio.” Though the technology could have huge implications for passing traffic when conditions are rough in remote parts of the world. This will always be a thread in our hobby, but this thread is merging more and more with digital functions, including the Internet. The reason we exist is to ultimately have a trained citizenry that can response to natural disasters. The debate between ham radio being a public service or just a hobby is a common argument. Is ham radio a hobby or a public service? As our country spiraled into more turmoil ham radio licenses steadily increased to more than 750,000 by the end of 2019.
Citizens stocked up on food storage, water, firearms, and… communications equipment. People were worried as the country was involved in multiple wars and our economy was on the brink of collapse. What does that have to do with ham radio? A lot.Īfter the economic downturn, the United States watched as survivalism, now commonly calling “prepping,” entered mainstream culture. Then you have the economic downturn of 2008. When the FCC removed this requirement in 2007, I believe it opened the door for many who spent years on the fence. However, it doesn’t change that it scared many people away from the hobby. It takes time and effort to learn, and that’s not a bad thing.
Learning Morse code is like learning a second language. The Morse code requirement was always an intimidating part of obtaining your General FCC license. The removal of the code requirement by the FCC.