Right now, I am interested in oscillators on my bench. I do have some ferrite rods and coax cable. I even have alligator clips
. Mikebits, Thank you for the offer. Actually, there is a decent surplus store in Cleveland too (
https://www.electronicsurplus.com/ ). I used to go frequently when it was downtown, but it moved 20 miles East to a newer suburb.
In the long term, however, I may get into listening to stations. When I was actively flying, I got reasonably good at identifying NDB, ILS, and VOR identifier code. I never enjoyed listening to AM stations, but I would occasionally leave the identifier signals audible just to get used to their unique sounds. Of course, home base was like someone calling my name. It is said the DX-302 will tune to 10 kHz.
My first project will be the oscillators, and I am relieved things so simple will work.
John