Jammin' and Hammin' with the Scouts

摘要

Many Amateur Radio operators credit their interest in ham radio to an early exposure through Scouting activities. For some, it was an encounter with ham radio at a pack or troop meeting, a Camporee or perhaps through attending a Jamboree-on-the-Air event. For others, it was working on the Radio Merit Badge as part of their journey toward Star, Life and Eagle Scout ranks (see Figure 1). That early encounter with ham radio might have sparked an immediate response in many Scouts, which might have included getting their license and continuing in the hobby. On the other hand, it might have remained dormant until sometime later in life when it emerged as a great way to enjoy communicating with other ham radio operators and working with technology. In many cases, it all began with a Jamboree.