This evening, we’re focusing on how we all got here—the personal stories behind our callsigns. What first inspired you to get your license? Was it curiosity, emergency communications, a friend or family member, or maybe a fascination with radios, electronics, or public service?
We’ll also talk about that very first rig—the radio that opened the door to this hobby. Maybe it was a simple handheld that helped you discover local repeaters and nets. Maybe it was an old mobile rig or a classic HF radio that pulled in distant stations late at night. Whatever it was, that first radio often shapes our early experiences and sets the tone for the rest of our journey.
So tonight, share your story:
• What sparked your interest in amateur radio?
• What pushed you to finally get your license?
• And what was your first rig—and what did you learn from it?
