What can I listen to on my ham radio?

by Jack Wagoner WB8FSV As a true ham radio fanatic, my personal favorite ham activity is yakking with other hams in Morse Code, also called CW(for continuous waves ). Morse Code has a mystique to it, it is an extremely cool method with which to communicate.

Anyone can listen to local amateur radio transmission without the fear of being fined or other punishment . Local Frequencies and Municipalities: Local radio frequencies can be scanned and used without the need for a license.

Many portable Ham radios can listen to NOAA and commercial FM stations , as well. Plus, you get the huge bonus of picking up and talking with your local emergency services (fire, police, medical, etc.).