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Charlie Schlieper, N5TD

n5td@vvm.com (v v m . c o m)

I was first licensed as a Novice while attending high school in Cleburne, Texas. Weeks later, I passed the General Class license (1952). I've worked most of the ham bands from 160m to 1.2 GHz, including 222 and 900 MHz. I enjoy operating many digital-modes using a computer sound-card interface. I also enjoy the challenge of working Satellites! I take pride in my "First Day Contact" certificate using OSCAR-13. (I remember the thrill of "flying by the seat of my pants," while making that first contact on AO-13.) I've enjoyed teaching Ham Radio classes for over 35 years, and have served as an Elmer to others by helping solve technical problems. I've been involved with Emergency Communications (EMCOMM) and RACES, serving as District Radio Officer. I've completed 91 FEMA Training Courses in Emergency Management related subjects, and 178 Meteorology Courses (in Weather), from MetEd. I retired from teaching college in 1996 (EET). =≡= I've observed many changes in Ham Radio over the past 56 years, and hope to continue enjoying Amateur Radio in my years ahead.