Why APRS Still Matters: A Deep Dive into Its Past, Present, and Future
Imagine being lost in a vast wilderness with no satellite tracker, no cell signal, and no way to let anyone know your location. Now, picture a system—developed in the 1980s—that allows real-time tracking of your position and transmits vital data to rescuers. The Automatic Packet Reporting System (APRS) makes this possible in many remote areas,…
Upcoming Regional Hamfests: Great Events Within 100 Miles of Home
Regional hamfests are a fantastic opportunity for amateur radio enthusiasts to learn, buy gear, network, and upgrade licenses. Don’t miss the upcoming events!
Net Control 101: Connecting Amateur Operators on the Air
Becoming a net control operator is about mastering equipment, using scripts effectively, and creating an engaging atmosphere for net participants. You’ll find tips and personal anecdotes to help you lead with confidence and skill.
Unlocking Precise Location Sharing with What3words
What3words is a revolutionary geolocation tool that simplifies location sharing with three-word addresses, making it a must-have for amateur radio operators and emergency communications.
Innovative Driving Directions for Winlink Users
Check out this interesting video from Jason (KM4ACK). He demonstrates a creative mashup of two different services to deliver driving directions in a text-based format—perfect for Winlink use. After running some tests of my own, I discovered that combining the website Jason references (gdir.telae.net) with Saildocs in Winlink achieves the same results without the need…
Stay Prepared: Winlink Station Maintenance
Regular maintenance of your Winlink station is vital for ensuring effective communication during emergencies. Keep local copies of essential files and follow a systematic checklist to stay ready.
Revive the Airwaves: Call Once a Day!
The ham radio hobby experiences varied activity levels across repeaters. To revive engagement, let’s actively participate in nets, broadcast our calls daily, and support new operators. Together, we can create a vibrant ham radio community.
Harnessing Citizen Science: Reporting Earthquakes Using Winlink and DYFI
Imagine experiencing the earth shaking beneath your feet. It might be hardly felt or it may toss your around a bit, and in the aftermath, you might wonder: How can I help? With the “Did You Feel It” (DYFI) program, you can turn your experience into valuable data for scientific research, by visiting the DYFI…
Winlink Wednesday: A Stepping Stone to Winlink Expertise
This article was initially featured in the World Famous – Thermal Belt Amateur Radio Club Newsletter – November 2024 Winlink Wednesday is an initiative designed to sharpen communication skills among amateur radio operators using the Winlink system. This weekly net invites participants to send and receive emails via RF, providing a practical framework for building…
Customized HAMSHACK Dashboard for the Western Carolinas
If you’re a weather watcher, amateur radio operator, or want to monitor events in the Western Carolinas, there’s a powerful tool you should know about: the HAMSHACK Dashboard. Originally developed by Dave N2MXX, this dynamic, HTML-based application consolidates real-time weather and amateur radio data into a single, easily accessible display. With a few customizations, it…
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