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SUMMARY:VE Test Session - Field Day 2024
DESCRIPTION:We will be administering VE Test session for new and upgraded amateur radio licenses administered under the Laurel VEC. Exam sessions given under this VEC are free of cost. Please see below for additional details of the test session. \nGet an FRN Number from the FCC\nWe test under the Laurel VEC which doesn’t charge an examination fee (ARRL VEC and others do). On the FCC side of things\, Ham Radio licenses used to be no charge…but the FCC recently changed that in 2022. They now charge a fee ($35) on their side. To streamline the process\, the FCC requires new applicants to pre-register via the FCC’s COmmission REgistration System (CORES)\, to obtain an FRN\, and it requires applicants to use their FRNs when filing Form 605 at the exam session. The FRN uniquely identifies an applicant in all transactions with the FCC. As of Spring of 2022\, use of Social Security Numbers on Form 605 is no longer permitted. \nNote that if you are upgrading to a higher amateur radio class from an existing class or have other/previous licensing with the FCC\, such as a GMRS license\, then you should already have a FRN Number. Be sure to locate that and bring it with you for your exam session. \n \nTaking the Exam and What to Bring\nWhat to Bring\n\nYour FCC issued FRN Number (see the section above).\nOne legal photo ID (identification):\n\nState Driver’s License\nGovernment issued Passport\nMilitary or Law Enforcement Officer Photo ID card\nStudent School Photo ID card\nState Photo ID card\n\n\nIf no photo ID is available\, two forms of identification:\n\nNon-photo State ID card (some states still have them)\nBirth certificate (must have the appropriate seal)\nSocial security card\nEmployer’s wage statement or Minor’s work permit\nSchool ID card\nSchool or Public Library card\nUtility bill\, bank statement or other business correspondence that specifically names the person; or a postmarked envelope addressed to the person at his or her current mailing address as it appears on the Form 605.\n\n\nStudents/minors without a photo ID need to bring only one of the above items if a legal guardian presents their photo ID; otherwise two non-photo IDs are required. Minor children (under the age of 18) may be accompanied in the room by an adult during the test.\nFor those upgrading license classes\, bring a printed copy of your Amateur Radio license or be able to show proof of the license in the official FCC database. The original(s) and photocopy(s) of any Certificates of Successful Completion of Examination (CSCE) you may hold from previous exam sessions. If your license has already been issued by the FCC\, the CSCE showing license credit is not needed.\nTwo number two pencils with erasers and a pen for in-person sessions.\nOPTIONAL: A calculator with the memory erased and formulas cleared is allowed. Slide rules and logarithmic tables are acceptable\, as long as they’re free of notes and formulas. In addition\, iPhones\, iPads\, Androids\, smartphones\, Blackberry devices and all similar electronic devices with a calculator capability\, may NOT be used as a calculator.\nA positive attitude and some patience. The folks administering the exams are dedicated volunteers. They will do their best to get you tested\, your exam graded\, inform you of the results\, and if applicable\, prepare and present to you a certificate stating you have earned a license or an upgrade as quickly as possible.\n\nWhat is not allowed\n\nYou may not bring any written notes or calculations into the exam session.\nCell phones must be silenced or turned off during the exam session and put away. The phones’ calculator function may not be used.\nSmart watches or any type of “smart” accessories must be removed and put away. \nPlease do not bring food or drinks in the exam session. Bottled water is acceptable.\nYou may not leave the exam session to go to the bathroom once your test is underway. Please use the restroom before your exam session. If you are testing for multiple elements\, you may be permitted to go to the bathroom between element exam sessions.\n\nAfter the Exam – Pay the FCC\nAfter a user passes their exam and it’s been filed with the FCC\, they will have a 10-day window to log in and pay the FCC the $35 fee.
URL:https://k8ep.com/event/ve-test-session-field-day-2024/
LOCATION:Blue Ridge Community and Technical College\, 13650 Apple Harvest Drive\, Martinsburg\, WV\, 25403\, United States
CATEGORIES:VE Test Sessions
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SUMMARY:Field Day 2024
DESCRIPTION:Members of the Eastern Panhandle Amateur Radio Club will be participating in the national amateur radio Field Day exercise\, June 22 – 23 at Blue Ridge Community and Technical College 13650 Apple Harvest Dr\, Martinsburg\, WV. Since 1933\, ham radio operators across North America have established temporary ham radio stations in public locations during Field Day to showcase the science and skill of amateur radio. This event is open to the public and all are encouraged to attend.  \nField Day is a showcase for how amateur radio works reliably under any conditions from almost any location to create an independent communications network. “Ham radio functions completely independent of the Internet or cell phone infrastructure\, can interface with laptops or smartphones\, and can be set up almost anywhere in minutes. That’s the beauty of amateur radio during a communications outage\,” says Bob Inderbitzen\, NQ1R\, spokesperson for ARRL The national association for Amateur Radio®\, (www.arrl.org)\, which represents amateur (or “ham”) radio operators across the country. “In today’s electronic do-it-yourself (DIY) environment\, ham radio remains one of the best ways for people to learn about electronics\, physics\, meteorology\, and numerous other scientific disciplines\, and is a huge asset to any community during disasters or emergencies if the standard communication infrastructure goes down\,” Inderbitzen adds. Anyone may become a licensed amateur radio operator. There are more than 750\,000 licensed hams in the United States of all ages. And with clubs such as EPARC\, it’s easy for anybody to get involved right here in Berkeley County\, WV.  \nInterested in getting tested for your ham radio license or upgrading your class? The EPARC VE team will be conducting an exam session before field day: Click here for details \nPlease revisit this page as we will post updated information as it becomes available.
URL:https://k8ep.com/event/field-day-2024/
LOCATION:Blue Ridge Community and Technical College\, 13650 Apple Harvest Drive\, Martinsburg\, WV\, 25403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Contest
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SUMMARY:Field Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:Members of the Eastern Panhandle Amateur Radio Club will be participating in the national amateur radio Field Day exercise\, June 27 – 28 at Blue Ridge Community and Technical College 13650 Apple Harvest Dr\, Martinsburg\, WV. Since 1933\, ham radio operators across North America have established temporary ham radio stations in public locations during Field Day to showcase the science and skill of amateur radio. This event is open to the public and all are encouraged to attend.  \nField Day is a showcase for how amateur radio works reliably under any conditions from almost any location to create an independent communications network. “Ham radio functions completely independent of the Internet or cell phone infrastructure\, can interface with laptops or smartphones\, and can be set up almost anywhere in minutes. That’s the beauty of amateur radio during a communications outage\,” says Bob Inderbitzen\, NQ1R\, spokesperson for ARRL The national association for Amateur Radio®\, (www.arrl.org)\, which represents amateur (or “ham”) radio operators across the country. “In today’s electronic do-it-yourself (DIY) environment\, ham radio remains one of the best ways for people to learn about electronics\, physics\, meteorology\, and numerous other scientific disciplines\, and is a huge asset to any community during disasters or emergencies if the standard communication infrastructure goes down\,” Inderbitzen adds. Anyone may become a licensed amateur radio operator. There are more than 750\,000 licensed hams in the United States of all ages. And with clubs such as EPARC\, it’s easy for anybody to get involved right here in Berkeley County\, WV. 
URL:https://k8ep.com/event/field-day-2024-2/
LOCATION:Blue Ridge Community and Technical College\, 13650 Apple Harvest Drive\, Martinsburg\, WV\, 25403\, United States
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