New to Amateur
Radio?
Exam Sessions
Entry into the amateur radio world normally starts
with getting an FCC amateur radio license which
requires passing an exam.
There are two groups of Volunteer Examiners in the
Black Hills Area.
Black Hills Volunteer Examiners
This group of VEs operates though the Black Hills
Amateur Radio club. Pre-registration for testing
is recommended but not required. Exams are
normally hosted in at the HomeSlice Media Group
offices at 333 West Blvd in Rapid City
- March 23rd, 2024 @ 10:00am
located at 255 Texas St, Rimrock Room - Contact
if interested!
Hot Springs Amateur Radio
Club
This group of VEs conducts exams at the Hot
Springs Library (2005 Library Dr, Hot Springs,
SD 57747). More information can be found at
their website: K0HS.com
- March 2nd, 2024 @ 10:00am
(walk-ins allowed)
- May 11th, 2024 @ 10:00am
(walk-ins allowed)
- October 5th, 2024 @
10:00am (walk-ins allowed)
Please bring your original
license (if any) along with a copy of it, a
photo ID, and you will need a FRN. Exam
Candidates are REQUIRED to register in the FCC
Cores system and receive a FRN (Federal
Registration Number) before exam day. Currently
the exam fee is $15, please bring check or cash.
Exact change is appreciated.
You can find more information
on the ARRL
website.
Training and Classes
Introduction
to HAM Radio - Feburary 24th-March 9th
2024 - Resources
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