Your Virtual Elmer
The first in a four-part series on ARRL Field Day. This video is a high level overview of what Field Day is, how find a site to get involved with, what you will see when you visit, and why you should jump in and go.
Extra Links
ARRL Field Day Site: http://www.arrl.org/field-day
ARRL Field Day Locator: http://www.arrl.org/field-day-locator
You don’t know it yet but a lot of people you meet in Ham Radio will be named “Elmer.” That’s a term for a teacher or helper or mentor to get you over some of the things that are new to you.
Related Video
Check out video HTL-6 “The Basics of Ham Radio Clubs and Social Media” to find some places where Elmers hang out.
Ham Radio is a social hobby, and the benefits of clubs and social media lets you have many many resources to learn and explore parts of the hobby.
Bonus Links
Metro Atlanta Club listing at AtlantaHams.com
ARRL Club Finder
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