Balloon APRS
Balloon APRS (Automatic Packet Reporting System) is a method of tracking high altitude balloons using amateur radio frequencies and GPS technology. It involves launching a weather balloon equipped with a…
APRS and Amateur Radio
APRS (Automatic Packet Reporting System) is a digital communications protocol for exchanging information between amateur radio operators. It allows for real-time transmission of GPS coordinates, weather information, and other data…
Why Ham Radio is important
Ham radio, also known as amateur radio, is a hobby and service that uses designated radio frequencies for non-commercial exchange of messages, wireless experimentation, self-training, and emergency communication. One of…
Great radio for new Hams
Many new hams ask what a good cheap radio is to start with after getting their license. People often recommend Handheld radios to start with. That is the worst thing…
Get your Ham Radio License
Getting your ham radio license is easy than you thing. The first thing you need to know is that you need to be licensed
Ham Fest and other Events
NEAR-Fest.com NEAR-Fest XXXI April 29 – 30, 2022 Deerfield, NH This is a really cool event were you can actually camp for the weekend. there is also a second one that takes place in…
Radio Projects
Here is a list of radio project I'm either evaluating or actively using.
Long Island Radio Clubs
SUFFOLK COUNTY RADIO CLUB Suffolk County Radio Club – Long Island’s Oldest Ham Radio Club Est. 1947 suffolkcountyradioclub.com The Great South Bay Amateur Radio Club (GSBARC) Great South Bay Amateur…
Important Frequencies
Special Freq’s Freq Mode Band Comment 146.520 FM 2m Calling Freq 144.90-145.10145.010* Primary Packet 2m 51.500↔51.600 Packet 6m May also be simplex 145.990 up145.800 down Packet 2m ISS 144.390 MHz…