Got your license?
Get a Ham Buddy
Get a Ham Buddy
Congratulations for getting your amateur radio license! You’ve joined the increasing number of people interested in experimenting with radio communications and supporting our coastal communities in the event of an emergency.
Our “Ham Buddy” program matches those interested in learning more about ham radio with club members willing to share their knowledge. Contact education@sc4arc.org to request a Ham Buddy.
Everybody Needs a Ham Buddy!
Get on the Air
The most important thing after getting your Amateur License is getting on the air. A Ham Buddy can help you:
Buy your first radio
Learn to program your radio
Choose an appropriate antenna
Practice radio communications
Gain confidence leading a Directed Net
And more…
Special Projects
Have a special project you need help with? SC4ARC veteran members are happy to help you level up your skills and try new rigs.
Antenna building
Soldering
Computers and digital modes; Winlink, PSK-31, Packet radio, logging software
High Frequency (HF) Radios, entry-level to advanced
And much more..