Amateur Radio Gateway

An Introduction to Your Amateur Radio Gateway

Use the links in the navigation bar to browse this section.

Whether you’re brand‑new to the hobby or a long‑time operator looking for a quick reference, this page serves as your starting point for all things amateur radio. From licensing basics to hands‑on projects, from operating tools to technical deep dives, you’ll find direct links to the topics that matter most to hams.

Think of this as your hub — a place where you can jump into:

• Getting Licensed – study resources, exam tips, and what to expect on test day

• Building Antennas – simple starter designs, theory, and practical projects

• Ham Dashboard Tools – quick access to propagation and solar data and more

• Coax & Feedline Loss – Smith Charts, Antenna Calculators, RF Inductance Calculators, RF Exposure Info, and more

• Digital Modes – How to get started with many things digital. No radio required!

A complete list of the subjects that are currently available on our site is shown below. If you see a topic listed here that isn’t on the site yet, don’t worry — it’s likely on the way. Or you can suggest it by emailing us at w9jcarc@gmail.com. This page will continue to grow as new guides, tools, and resources are added.

Dive in, explore, and enjoy the hobby from every angle.

Jay County Amateur Radio Club