Classes & Licensing

Amateur Radio Licensing Exam

Get your license now!

Note: the FCC imposes a $35 fee for the 10 year license and also requires you to have a Federal Registration Number (FRN) for your application so please register for the FRN before the class and exam session. Bring your FRN with you to complete forms.

CONTACT: Rob Williams, KJ4LWN@arrl.net

Pre-study of the Gordon West training program is recommended and expected for success.  Below are some study guides and on-line resources you can access to prepare for the class.

   http://www.gordonwestradioschool.com/

   http://www.fcc.gov/search/results/amateur%20radiocommunication – FCC Web Site

   http://www.arrl.org/ – Amateur Radio     Relay League web site
   http://www.woodbridgewireless.org – Woodbridge ARC web site

Satellite Operation and Exploration

Learn about satellite basic operations, equipment operating techniques, and then perform some practice passes.  Bring your radio and antenna or use one of ours.

When: January 25, 2025 8 AM – 1 PM

Where: Bethel UMC, 13506 Minnieville Road, Woodbridge, VA 22192, UMC Fellowship Hall
CONTACT: Rob Williams, KJ4LWN@arrl.net