> Ham radio is the only hobby I can think of where one is "forced" to
> learn a skill they don't want and will probably never use. If you're
> taking up photography, are you forced to learn developing? If you're
> taking up woodworking, are you forced to learn the art of inlays? I
> could go on and on, but you get the point. I have an extra class and
> am proud of it, but I don't see any point in forcing someone else to
> learn something against their will. The operative word here is HOBBY,
> remember?
HOBBY HOBBY HOBBY......are you sure? Is that the definition and
purpose of the Amateur Radio Service?? Review Part 97.
73,
Jim, WD4AIR
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