Re: [Paddlewise] Marine VHF Operator's Permit

From: "Michael Orchard" <mspadorchard_at_attbi.com>
To: <PaddleWise_at_paddlewise.net>
Sent: Wednesday, May 01, 2002 10:10 PM


> 
> >  Note that
> > you can't use a marine VHF in Canada without an operator's permit
> > (unlike the US).  They've dropped the station license for non-
> > commercial use, but you still need an operator's license.
> 
> So where does one get an operator's permit if one decides to go paddling
> in Canada for a couple of weeks?

A valid US operator's permit is ok for visitor's from the US.  Contact
the FCC (??) or whoever is responsible for radio licensing in the US
for the nearest center where you can get examined.

I'd first try your local Power and Sail Squadron.  In Canada, they handle
instruction and exams for pleasure boaters and I assume they do in the 
US as well.

Mike

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