Ham Radio

What is the de facto prepper ham radio? The Baofeng UV-5R radio. I know, I know – the purists within the ham radio community scoff, but there is a world of a difference between the ham radio community and the prepper community. There’s overlap, to be sure, but the two communities are not the same. #baofenguv5rradio #BaofengRadio #BaofengUV-5R

New ham radio operators should keep the information in this cheat sheet handy while gathering experience. Bookmark the websites, too.

As you’re probably aware, communications right before, during and after a disaster will be critical to getting out o dodge, finding family members, or helping others stay alive. With the Internet, cell-phone towers and potentially even satellites being down, you may have to rely on HAM radio and other two-way radio services to send and ... Read more

The Original 2 meter KB9VBR J-Pole antenna The Two Meter J-Pole Antenna is our most popular model. It comes in two different configurations, either as a one piece antenna for base station use, or as a two piece breakaway model great for portable operations. There are literally hundreds of antennas on the market, what makes […]

Frequency List for SHTF Prepper Radio Communications Information about common frequencies and channels for tactical, emergency, and survival for HAM, CB, MURS, GMRS, PMR, Marine, and other radios. …

Have a new amateur radio operator in your life? Here are 5 gifts that are sure to win over your ham (or that you may want to purchase for yourself).

Ham Radio is a great hobby for those who love to talk on the radio. Whether you like talking to your family and friends or you want to make new connections, ham radio is an excellent way of doing so. In this article, we will discuss three different ranges, with some tips on how far each one can reach as well as what kind of equipment you need to use them effectively.

My videos are enjoyed by both amateur radio operators and prospective hams alike. So much so, that I repeatedly get similar questions and inquiries on how to get your ham radio license. So today we are going all the way back to square one and I’ll outline the five easy steps to take so you […]

Emergency communications is always a hot topic among preppers and survivalists. How do you stay in touch in the case of a major disruption of services? Many see the amateur radio bands, most often HAM, as a fallback communications system.

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