JohnnyQ1964

Great question... But I'm new here but still have an opinion. I don't have a ham license... I suppose I could get one and then go get a ham radio. But I don't really need to talk to someone, let's say somewhere in the Inland Empire area, CA (not that there's anything wrong with him ). But I'd like to chat with those around me that have similar interests, possibly. Make me feel special using a radio (I know it doesn't take much). AND of course of having the benefit of having a radio when I go camping / hiking etc... with family and friends... also, having it when I go travelling in my camper van. Doesn't tie up my cell, and don't have to worry about getting a crazy expensive cell service package (yes, sorry, I'm Canadian) when I go stateside, I can just get a frugal (cheap) one. Being able to listen to some chatter around me when I'm out and about makes me feel connected when I'm out in the big wide world. I know I can hear it already... that's what a ham radio is for... well, like I said if that guy in the Inland Empire is never going to get one and there are ways of chatting over extended distances... why do I need to?