Amateur Radio Challenge Course

The first Amateur Radio Challenge Course will be held on Saturday June 1, 2024 at 9AM. Come join in the fun and test your skills with your HT!

WHO:
	ALL licensed Amateur Radio operators are welcome and encouraged to participate. Unlicensed individuals are welcome to spectate and learn about our club.

WHEN:
	June 1st
	9AM until ???

WHERE:
	Stones River National Battlefield
	- Park in the Overflow Parking (Gravel lot north of the Visitor's Center)
                 - Map
	
WHY:
	This event is designed to practice and maintain Emergency Communications skills at a foundational level.
	Experienced club members will be on-site and available to mentor less experienced operators in a game-like environment.

WHAT TO BRING:
	Required:
	- VHF capable handheld radio
	- Paper/pen

	Recommended:
	- Radio manual
	- External antenna/support/adapter(s)
	- Spare battery/charger
	- Water
	- Sun protection
		
GOAL:
	Complete the Challenge Course in the shortest time, while relying on external assistance as little as possible.
		
RULES:
	1) Have FUN!!! (Our club callsign is K4FUN, after all)
	2) No internet use allowed while running the Challenge Course.
	3) Participants may not use memory channels if they were programmed before starting the Challenge Course
	4) Once a participant has started the Challenge Course, they may only use the equipment they brought with them
	5) Participants may run the Challenge Course as many times as desired.