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Classes/Training Tech Class ’23 (Page)

The  Sierra Foothills ARC offers all levels of amateur radio license upgrade classes.

Course fees include the latest version of the applicable ARRL license manual shipped to your home and hands-on lab materials.  FCC exam fees are not included. All classes are held online via a Zoom classroom. The class also includes two (2) in-person labs held in the Auburn, California, area. The first lab focuses on a license-appropriate Get On The Air (GOTA) skills session. In the second lab, we will explore building your very own antennas.  Labs are not required.

The next class offered by SFARC will be the Amateur Radio Technician License class.  This is the entry-level first in a series of classes.  Classes will start April 25th, 2023, and run 6 weeks.  Each class will be held Tuesday evenings from 19:00 – 21:00 PST via Zoom.

Our 2023 Class Calendar:

    • Technician – April 25 – May 30, 2023
    • General – August 8 – September 26, 2023
    • Technician – October 17 – November 28, 2023

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Running A Fox Hunt

Being the Fox Tender is almost as much fun as finding the Fox!

As the club’s RDF abilities improve the creativity in where the Fox  is hidden will likely become equally creative! If you have ideas on challenging the Fox Hunters then SIGN UP!

The Process

  1. Complete the sign-up form
  2. Once confirmed on the calendar arrange to pick up the Foxes from Doug (W2VX)
  3. Select an area to hide the Fox and do some basic testing (to understand coverage area)
  4. Promote the Fox Hunt (Coffee Break Net, Club Calendar, Club announcements i.e. Watts Up)
  5. Run the Fox Hunt and record results and take pictures if you are able
  6. After the hunt return the Foxes to Doug (W2VX)
  7. Write an article for the Club Newsletter!

Available Foxes

The club (Doug – W2VX) maintains several Foxes for Fox Tenders to use. The foxes are pre-programmed and ready to go with the exception of potentially needing new batteries. The available foxes include:

Doug (W2VX) has constructed a high power fox placed in an ammo can. Given the high power output (1-5 watts) this Fox would is most appropriate for longer distance Fox Hunts.

Jon (KI6RT)’s Byonics MicroFox 15 is typically available for club fox hunts (depending on what KI6RT is testing). Others in the club also own this model micro fox.

Foxes from Byonics typically output 15 milliWatts and are useful in parks or smaller areas.

SFARC owns two Byonics MicroFox 15S transmitters.

More questions? Please contact Jon (KI6RT) or Doug (W2VX).

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Classes/Training Extra Class ’23 (Page)

ONLY TWO MORE SPOTS LEFT!

FOR THE UPCOMING EXTRA CLASS

Hurry and save your spot!!

The  Sierra Foothills ARC offers all levels of amateur radio license upgrade classes.

Course fees include the latest version of the applicable ARRL license manual shipped to your home and hands-on lab materials.  FCC exam fees are not included. All classes are held online via a Zoom classroom. The class also includes two (2) in-person labs held in the Auburn, California, area. The first lab focuses on a license-appropriate Get On The Air (GOTA) HF digital session. In the second lab, we will explore tuned antenna stubs.  Labs are not required.

The next class offered by SFARC will be the Amateur Radio Extra License upgrade class.  Classes will start January 24th and run 10 weeks.  Each class will be held Tuesday evenings from 19:00 – 21:00 PST via Zoom.

Our 2023 Class Schedule:

    • Extra – January 24 – March 28, 2023
    • Technician – April 25 – May 30, 2023
    • General – August 8 – September 26, 2023
    • Technician – October 17 – November 28, 2023

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Classes and Training (Page)

THE SIERRA FOOTHILLS AMATEUR RADIO CLUB OFFERS
ALL LEVELS OF RADIO LICENSE CLASSES.

All classes are held online via Zoom.  They are on Tuesday evenings, starting at 7:00 PM and end at 9:00 PM (Pacific Time) on the dates below.  The Zoom Class can be found in at this link:  https://classroom.w6ek.org/

Each class also includes two in-person hands-on labs.  One lab focuses on a license-appropriate Get On The Air session and a project build.  These classes are held on Saturdays in the Auburn/Sacramento area.  Dates and times for each class are below.  Labs may be rescheduled due to weather conditions or instructor availability.

Course fees include the latest version of the applicable ARRL License Manual shipped to your home and hands-on lab materials.  FCC license exam fees are not included.  You pay those fees directly to the testing VE.

Our 2026 Class Calendar:

EXTRA License Class

(WINTER)

The Extra Class is an upgrade class for those Hams who currently hold a General license.

Online Sessions (10):

January 26, 2027 through March 30, 2027

Get-On-The-Air In-Person Lab:

February 20, 2027

Project build In-Person Lab:

March 20, 2027

TECHNICIAN License Class

(SPRING)

The Technician Class is the entry-level course for those who are looking to get a Ham License.

Online Sessions (6):

April 27, 2027 through June 1, 2027

Get-On-The-Air In-Person Lab:

May 08, 2027

Project build In-Person Lab:

May 22, 2027

GENERAL License Class

(FALL)

The General Class is an upgrade class for those Hams who currently hold a Technician license.

Online Sessions (8):

August 11, 2026 through September 29, 2026, 7-9 PM

Get-On-The-Air In-Person Lab:

Saturday, August 22, 2026

Project build In-Person Lab:

Saturday, September 19, 2026

TECHNICIAN License Class

(FALL)

The Technician Class is the entry-level course for those who are looking to get a Ham License.

Online Sessions (6):

Octpber 27, 2026 through December 1, 2026, 7-9 PM

Get-On-The-Air In-Person Lab:

Saturday, Nov. 11, 2026

Project build In-Person Lab:

Saturday, Nov. 21, 2026

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VE Exams (Page)

WANT TO GET YOUR HAM RADIO LICENSE OR UPGRADE YOUR CURRENT LICENSE?

Logo for W5YI VE TeamThe Sierra Foothills Volunteer Exam Team offers in-person monthly testing Amateur Radio exam sessions at the Auburn, California Confluence Church campus and also during the annual summer ARRL Field Day at the Georgetown Airport.

View the exam calendar and pre-register now:  https://hamstudy.org/sessions/SFARC

Bring these items to the exam:

Photo ID

Current federal, state, military, or passport. If under the age of 18 a valid school ID.

FRN – FCC Registration Number

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Credit or Debit Card

You'll need a credit or debit card to authorize a $14 payment for the exam session.

Clip Art of Antenna TowerExams are administered on tablets provided by the SFARC VE Team, which includes a calculator app. Exam results are immediately uploaded and typically updated in the FCC database within one or two business days!

Upon successful completion of an exam, you may continue to test for the next license level. Please only continue if you have studied and are prepared to pass. There are no additional fees to upgrade to the next level in the same session. Let the team know during check-in if you plan to take exams for multiple elements.

Free Exams and FCC License Fee – W5YI Youth & Young Adult Licensing Program

Logo for W5YISierra Foothills VE team is proud to partner with W5YI and offer Free Exams and Free FCC license fee for anyone under the age of 26! Supporting the next generation of amateur radio operators.

Student Scholarship

Clip Art of Graduation CapThe Daniel Fogard W6PRL Scholarship is available for students currently enrolled in Elementary, Middle, High School or Undergraduate College programs and are 21 years of age or younger as of the date of the exam. Upon passing an exam,  the student will be eligible for an instant $14 refund of the exam cost and also awarded the $35 FCC licensing fee.

Military and First Responder Discount

Miltary 1st Responder Discount ImageThe Sierra Foothills VE team would like to extend our thanks and recognize the service of first responders and military. Please present a supporting document during the session check-in to receive your exam at a 50% discounted fee of $7.  Thank you!

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