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California November Castle Crags State Park run
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It may be more difficult to win ROTM though.
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It's bad etiquette to have someone else's jeep as your ROTM signature.Should I submit for October?
Also, you were talking about getting some TRE stuff. The rules make no mention that the entry needs to be a specific make or model.
I downloaded the "ham test prep" app and watched 1/2 of a ham class video on youtube. When I first took the test I was getting around 40% scores but quickly got up to 65-70%. By day 3 I was ranging between 70-85% with a pass rate of 85% (a passing score is 26/35). All the questions you will see on the test are identical to the ones you will find on the app. When you show up to the testing center you can take the test as many times as you like. It may cost $14-$15 per try though...
The app will let you make a selection then instantly tell you whether you are correct or not. I probably took around 60-80 tests before walking in. I'm terrible at tests that involve memory so you may be able to pick it up faster than me.
Don't go too much into details like an instruction book. It'll confuse you more than you need to be. Just take the practice test till you get around 80% consistently.
Also, before you go to take your test. Get your FRN from FCC (online registration - link). This way you won't have to give your SSN to the people who hand out tests and getting your call sign will be faster.
Record the FRN number. When you register for the class they will have you fill out paperwork that will ask for it.
How are HAM licenses policed? Anyone can buy a HAM on Amazon for $30. Just asking, not trying to disrespect anyone.
My understanding is they are mainly policed by other licensed operators that could report you to the FFC. Offroad for the uses we would use it for, I highly doubt you would ever get caught.How are HAM licenses policed? Anyone can buy a HAM on Amazon for $30. Just asking, not trying to disrespect anyone.
Got the coach genny fixed, so one step closer to making this trip.
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I’m in Portugal but will have to book a campground when I get home.
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Yep sounds like most people are staying there Friday night. Then we’re all meeting at the Chevron Saturday morning for the trails. Im not too familiar with it either but it looks pretty mild.