WC4DC RADIO LIBRARY · GUIDED PATH
Satellite Starter Pack
A practical first look at amateur satellites, operating techniques, and educational contacts with the ISS.
Everyone
Beginner
45–60 min
Everyone
Beginner
45–60 min 4 steps
Start with the basic satellite introduction, then learn operating habits and explore how ARISS school contacts are organized. This is a good preparation path before attending a WC4DC satellite demonstration.
When you finish this path
Understand what a satellite pass is, what equipment/operating skills matter, and how amateur radio connects with the ISS.
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01Operating · Satellites & Space
AMSAT — Amateur Satellites for Beginners & Youth
AMSAT — Radio Amateur Satellite Corporation
Beginner satellite-operating guidance plus youth-oriented space and radio resources.
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02Operating · Satellites & Space
AMSAT Station and Operating Hints
AMSAT — Radio Amateur Satellite Corporation
Practical operating hints for new and experienced amateur-satellite operators.
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03Satellites & Space · Youth & STEM
ARISS — Talk with the International Space Station
ARISS — Amateur Radio on the International Space Station
Overview of scheduled Amateur Radio on the International Space Station educational contacts and proposal process.
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04Satellites & Space · Youth & STEM
ARISS Forms, Ground-Station and Education Resources
ARISS — Amateur Radio on the International Space Station
ARISS forms, ground-station recommendations, educational contact material, and participation resources.