Training modules
First activation checklist
Park verification, gear, battery, antenna, log, safety, weather, and exit plan.
Use Report FormPark verification, gear, battery, antenna, log, safety, weather, and exit plan.
Portable HF station setup
Radio, tuner, feedline, antenna, ground, headset, logging device, and power management.
Training HubRadio, tuner, feedline, antenna, ground, headset, logging device, and power management.
HAMRS and logging workflow
Recommended log fields, UTC discipline, backup logging, and upload preparation.
POTA.appRecommended log fields, UTC discipline, backup logging, and upload preparation.
Spotting and operating practice
How to spot, manage a pileup, move bands, and avoid broken or misleading spots.
Spot FeedHow to spot, manage a pileup, move bands, and avoid broken or misleading spots.
Field antennas
EFHW, verticals, linked dipoles, hamsticks, counterpoises, and coastal wind considerations.
Ask ElmerEFHW, verticals, linked dipoles, hamsticks, counterpoises, and coastal wind considerations.
Battery and power planning
LiFePO4 sizing, current draw, solar backup, connector discipline, and run-time estimates.
Ask ElmerLiFePO4 sizing, current draw, solar backup, connector discipline, and run-time estimates.