10 Learn how to Program your radio
9 Join the ARRL or RAC
8 Join a local club
7 Attend a Field Day event
6 Operate on a net
5 Make a simplex contact
4 Try Digital modes like D-Star, DMR, Fusion , IRLP and/or EchoLink
3 Put together your “go kit”
2 Study for your license upgrade or learn morse code
1 Get on the air
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