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Small consolation, but I just imagine the warm ocean waters sweeping over the state that was called Florida. Jellyfish bobbing through the open windows of decaying hotel shells, sharks searching for prey. Future school children studying maps with the dotted line where Florida used to be and asking for explanations. It's not far off really and if the Orange Halfwit wins, even sooner.

#HamRadio

Any tips for getting started in Ham Radio?

Note the following:

1) I'm 76, still work part time, and have neither desire nor money to spend a boatload of $ on gear. Is this still a feasible activity?

2) Aside from my own curiousity, I'm hoping that if I get licensed, I can perhaps interest one of my grandchildren in amateur radio. Are many kids involved?

3) Passing the technician exam doesn't seem particularly difficult, but I don't get the feeling that the exam prep has much to do with actually being a Ham operator. Other than having an operator next door, how does one actually learn the real stuff?

Thanks!