[Elecraft] Introduction to ham radio

[John P]

Hi Wayne,  

In the past I have introduced young kids to ham radio via Scout Jamboree on the Air, visiting middle schools and setting up and operating a station, with student participation, buying SW / ham band receiver radio equipment (at ham flea markets , my money) and donating and setting up a  receiving station at schools,  ( I usually provide curriculum radio  usage help/guidance for various subjects (foreign language, geography, math, science).  With any luck I would get 2-3 interested kids licensed via VE help.

I introduce adults to ham radio via my hf/vhf mobile station.  Many people inquire about my pickup truck mounted antennas when shopping, traveling etc. giving a live demo contact as conditions allow.  I usually carry ARRL brochures to hand out along with my ham call info as well as info on various ham club locations too.

Hope this helps

John Petrowicz 
KB1NU