Putting my 2 cents in here, I was part of the first class that Clint taught earlier this year. It was informative, and fun, and Clint is a wonderful teacher/sensei.
I've got my radios here in Kansas, but the repeaters are quite a bit quieter, and while I've been able to listen, I haven't been able to trip the machine, for some reason. Still working on that one.
73's
Matt - KG6ZET