On 09/10/2013 11:26 AM, MNMikeW wrote:
Mike wrote:
Just dropped in to see what's up. I have just about given up SWLing
due to a combination of local noise, bad propagation, and station
closures (never thought I'd see V of Russia terminating broadcasts).
I've decided to start a new direction to my radio hobbying by becoming
an Amateur operator. I got my license Saturday and my transceiver is
scheduled for delivery tomorrow!

Already studying for the General test,

Mike, KK4TSX
Louisville, KY

What did you get? Congrats on the ticket.

Use the Gordon West books and the QRZ Practice tests. When you start
getting above 90% routinely start looking for an examiner. Welcome to
the show.