Amateur Radio Licenses are very easy to obtain these days. There are no=20 code requirements and most technical types can devote a day and learn=20 enough to pass the first two levels in the US. Conditions are similar in=20 other countries. The top level in the US was tough for me but I did it.=20 Many kids in the 12 year-old groups can do it on memory alone. Go for=20 it, there is something for everyone in amateur radio. If you are one of=20 the more organized or administrative types you can find a lot of areas=20 where those skills are appreciated as well. Please do join us and enjoy=20 the company. You might be surprised to find that there are more of us=20 than ever and that although code is not a requirement it is gaining in=20 popularity every day. Browse youtube.com and check us out. On 10/2/2015 11:25 PM, RussellMc wrote: > > I I have not read details - Amateur licence required to use if 'ham bands= ' > used. But may be able to be used with other licences or licence free if n= et > operators cooperated. > > --=20 John Ferrell W8CCW Julian NC 27283 It is better to walk alone, than with a crowd going the wrong direction. --Diane Grant --=20 http://www.piclist.com/techref/piclist PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist .