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Welcome and Now What?
On this page you will find a list of links and tips and hopefully everything you need to get started in your new Amateur Radio adventure.
Things to check out and do
Get on the air! It won't hurt...
We are a welcoming group of folks both young and old. We are eager to meet you on the air and answer any of your questions and start up a friendship. BUT you have to push that button! Trust us, it will not hurt.
Know your equipment
Read your manual. I know, that's boring. You Tube is a friend as well. Chances are, if you have a question, someone else has answered it on You Tube. Ham Radio Crash Course on You Tube is a wonder source of information. Hoshnasi is just one of them. Invest some time and watch you tube. It is beneficial.
Find some "NETS" in your area
At the bottom of the page you will find a WEEKLY NETS page link. On that page you will see the regularly scheduled weekly nets in the NE Oklahoma area. Tune one in and listen if you are not ready to call out. There can be a lot of useful information passed over a net. Also, pay attention to the call signs. You will see a pattern. You will also become familiar with which call sign is on the air in your area and when. You will get to the point you will not only recognize call signs, you will also recognize voices and know who it is before they even finish their call sign
Find Repeaters
Repeaterbook.com is a great resource to find repeaters in your area. Not only at your home but while traveling as well. Also W5IAS.com has the listing of all the Tulsa area and Northeast Oklahoma SuperLink system. Find a repeater near you in the system.
Get a log book going
You will need a log book to keep track of all your contacts. There are many out there. Everybody has their own idea of what a good log book is. Gather information and make your own choice. I do suggest that you get one though. The most notable are Logbook of the world (LOTW) and probably QRZ.com.
The log you choose will slowly start to fill then as you gain speed, so will it and before you know it you will have 1000 contacts. Keeping a log is fun and at times a resource.
Reach out and ask us!
Use the form below to ask us your question. Or if you have a recommendation for the site do not hesitate to let us know that either. This site is here for the Amateur Radio Community. Use it to your benefit.
