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The Wireless Sovereign: Engineering Your Own Amateur Radio Station
1,745 words, 9 minutes read time.
Listen brother!
The modern world is a rigged game, a carefully engineered trap built to milk you for every cent while ensuring you remain completely helpless.
Every proprietary black-box system and “seamless” cellular network you use is a leash, keeping you tethered to a grid that doesn’t care if you live or die. These industries are fueled by a desperate, short-sighted hunger for the quick dollar, sacrificing long-term national resilience for quarterly growth. They’ve offloaded their engineering soul, and now the workforce capable of actually designing, building, and fixing the hardware we rely on is shrinking to nothing. Don’t think for a second that importing cheap, mass-produced junk from China is a solution; that is just trading one form of dependence for a far more dangerous one. That hardware is a black box you don’t control, manufactured by a foreign power that views our infrastructure as a target, not a partner.
They don’t want you building; they want you consuming. They don’t want you understanding; they want you paying rent on technology you’ll never own and can never fix.
Building your own radio station isn’t about collecting a hobby—it’s about declaring war on that dependency. It’s about walking away from the corporate trough and building something that actually works when the lights go out.
The Engineering Imperative: Cut the Cord or Get Cut Down
We come from a line of men and women who built the world with their own two hands, but today, the technocrats and their political puppets want you soft, compliant, and addicted to a steady stream of pre-packaged garbage. They sell you “innovation” that’s just a thinner way to keep you in the cage, legislating against your right to repair so you’re forced to crawl back to them for every upgrade.
It’s a pathetic cycle of planned obsolescence where these sealed-shut, disposable devices are engineered to fail, cluttering our landfills while simultaneously exporting our wealth to foreign lands.
Every time you ignore how your gear functions, you surrender a piece of your autonomy. We need people who look at these disposable paperweights, recognize them for the environmental and strategic liabilities they are, and choose to build, strip, and master the technology themselves. If you can’t maintain your own tools, you aren’t independent—you’re just a mark.
The Sovereign Right to Build
One of the most powerful realities of the amateur radio service is that it is a protected sanctuary for the builder.
When you earn your license, you aren’t just getting a ticket to talk; you are legally securing the right to design, construct, modify, and test your own transmitting equipment.
In a world where the authorities and corporations try to lock you out of your own hardware, this is an open invitation to defy them. The amateur radio community is filled with men and women who have spent decades doing the heavy lifting, keeping the spirit of technical self-reliance alive through sweat, soldering, and pure grit. You are allowed to participate in this. You have a seat at the table with operators who don’t just buy their capability—they forge it. This is where you learn to build the tools that keep you functioning when everything else goes dark.
Engineering the Signal Chain: Physics Doesn’t Negotiate
Competence is the only thing that matters when the social contract rips apart. While the masses are distracted by the latest “plug-and-play” garbage, you’ll be in the dirt, calculating resonance, refining your impedance, and sweating over the connections that actually get a signal out. This isn’t for the desk-jockeys. When you build your own array, you learn the brutal reality of physics. You don’t get a “user experience” here; you get a system that either works or it doesn’t. You’re learning to master the airwaves by putting in the hours to understand the mechanics, the signal loss, and the propagation that no marketing brochure will ever admit exists. Stop buying solutions and start forging them.
Navigating the Spectrum and Legal Hardscapes
The airwaves aren’t a playground for amateurs; they’re a tactical domain.
The licensing process isn’t a barrier meant to keep you out; it is the baseline requirement to prove you have the discipline to operate within your authorized privileges, the technical rigor to build or fix equipment without electrocuting yourself, and the professional integrity to protect the finite spectrum we all share.
You’re going to master the frequency allocations and the standards, not because you’re a bureaucrat, but because an operator commands his territory by knowing the rules better than the people who wrote them. You aren’t submitting to anyone. You are arming yourself with the technical authority to command the medium. Demand excellence from your own mind, or step aside.
Maintaining Operational Integrity in a Degraded Environment
Here is the bottom line: if your station needs a grid, a commercial server, or a steady supply of retail parts to function, you’re just playing house.
Real operational integrity is measured by what you can do when the world goes silent. You’re building for the day the supply chain snaps and the power goes dark.
That means hardening your hardware, mastering your power management, and learning to squeeze performance out of gear that others would have thrown in a dumpster. This is economic and physical resistance. You’re decoupling your survival from the people who want you dependent. When the system collapses, everyone else will be looking for a signal that isn’t there; you’ll be the one with the station, the power, and the proof that you didn’t need their permission to exist.
Conclusion: The Responsibility of Knowledge
Building a station is the ultimate rejection of the consumer trap. You aren’t just soldering circuits; you’re building a foundation of capability that no one can take from you. This is about stripping away the comfort that keeps you weak. The ability for citizens to design and build their own communication gear is a vital pillar of national security; it ensures that when centralized networks fail or are compromised, there remains a resilient, distributed web of operators who can move information. Every hour you spend mastering this tech is an hour you’ve spent bulletproofing your own future and the future of this country. Your ability to understand and operate your own tools is your only real defense. When the grid fails, the men and women who know how to build their own path are the only ones who survive the fallout. The era of being a consumer ends now. The era of the sovereign operator begins with the machine you build today.
The Call to Action: Become a Sovereign Operator
This isn’t about collecting certificates or filling a shelf with plastic gear. This is about crossing the threshold from a consumer to an operator. The infrastructure of your survival is currently held hostage by manufacturers who prioritize quarterly profits over long-term reliability. Commercial gear has its place, but when a “SHTF” (Shit Hits The Fan) moment arrives and you are plunged into an extended blackout, that is when the vulnerabilities of mass-produced, sealed-shut equipment are exposed.
I learned this lesson the hard way in the Army: downtime wasn’t just an inconvenience—it was a death sentence. We were trained not just to operate our equipment, but to pull the chassis, identify the failure, and repair the circuit boards ourselves. Because in that environment, if the signal died, soldiers didn’t come home. You need that same mindset.
The path is clear:
- Study the Craft: Grab a study guide, find a local club, and stop waiting for permission to understand the physics of your world.
- Secure Your License: Treat the exam as the first test of your commitment to independence. It is your legal key to the spectrum.
- Build Your Capability: While you may use commercial equipment, you must master the ability to maintain and repair it. Buy the soldering iron. Learn the schematics. If you cannot fix it when the supply chain collapses, you don’t actually own it—you’re just borrowing it until it breaks.
- Join a Net/Club: Find the men and women who are already doing the work. You are invited to participate, to learn, and to share in the responsibility of keeping the airwaves alive.
The grid won’t stay up forever, and the supply chain is fragile. Every day you remain dependent on a system you cannot repair is a day you are at risk. The era of the helpless consumer ends when you decide to take responsibility for your own communications.
Don’t just watch the world burn—be the one who can still signal through the smoke. Get your license. Build your station. Become the operator.
SUPPORTSUBSCRIBECONTACT MED. Bryan King
Sources
- ARRL Technician License Study Resources
- ARRL Learning and Educational Programs
- Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES) Overview
- ARRL Exam Review and Practice Resources
- Ham Radio Village: Study Guides and Licensing
- HamStudy.org: How to Get Licensed
- ARRL ARES Manual (Emergency Operations)
- DIY Electronics Repair and Soldering Guide
- How Ham Radio Saves Lives During Emergencies
- ARRL: What is Amateur Radio?
- FCC Amateur Radio Service Overview
- ARRL Emergency Communications Training
- Find an Amateur Radio License Exam Session
- ARRL Guide to Getting Licensed
- ARRL Technical Training Resources
- The Amateur Code: Standards for Operators
- ARRL Public Service Communications
- ARRL Emergency Preparedness Resources
- ARRL Experimenters’ Resources
- ARRL Station Building and Setup Guides
- ARRL Operating Manual for Amateur Radio
- The ARRL Antenna Book
- The ARRL Handbook for Radio Communications
- ARRL Radio Kits and Construction Projects
- Amateur Radio Safety and Health Guidelines
- ARRL Guide to FCC Rules and Regulations
- ARRL Volunteer Examiner Program
- Find an Amateur Radio Club
- Resources for Youth in Amateur Radio
- Collegiate Amateur Radio Program (CARP)
- ARRL Teachers Institute on Wireless Technology
- ARRL Webinar Series
- ARRL Net Directory and Information
- Understanding Radio Wave Propagation
- Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service (RACES)
- Spectrum Management and Protection
- ARRL QSL Bureau Services
- Amateur Radio Contest Calendar
- Logbook of The World (LoTW)
- DX Century Club (DXCC) Program
- Operating Special Event Stations
- Amateur Radio Operating Specialties
- Amateur Radio Activity Reporting
- ARRL Membership and Benefits
- Supporting the ARRL Foundation
- ARRL Amateur Radio News and Updates
- ARRL Privacy Policy and Data Practices
- Contacting ARRL Headquarters
- About the ARRL Organization
- ARRL Copyright and Usage Guidelines
Disclaimer:
The views and opinions expressed in this post are solely those of the author. The information provided is based on personal research, experience, and understanding of the subject matter at the time of writing. Readers should consult relevant experts or authorities for specific guidance related to their unique situations.
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Disaster Stories: When Ham Radio Was the Only Line Out
979 words, 5 minutes read time.
In the face of disaster, when power grids fail, cell towers collapse, and the world falls silent, a group of dedicated individuals remains steadfast—amateur radio operators, or “hams.” These men and women, often working quietly behind the scenes, have been the lifeline for countless communities during emergencies. Their stories are not just about radios and frequencies; they’re about courage, community, and the unyielding spirit of service.
The Genesis of Amateur Radio in Emergency Communications
The roots of amateur radio’s involvement in emergency communications trace back to the early 20th century. In 1914, the American Radio Relay League (ARRL) was established, marking a significant step in organizing amateur radio operators. By the 1920s and 1930s, hams were actively engaging in disaster response, providing crucial communication links during floods and ice storms in New Mexico and Minnesota.
The need for organized emergency communication became even more apparent during World War II. In 1942, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) formed the War Emergency Radio Service (WERS) to ensure that amateur radio could be quickly mobilized in times of national crisis. This laid the groundwork for future emergency services.
The Rise of ARES and RACES
In 1935, the ARRL introduced the Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES), aiming to provide organized communication support during emergencies. This initiative was further strengthened in 1952 with the establishment of the Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service (RACES), a service authorized by the FCC to assist government agencies during civil emergencies.
These organizations have been instrumental in numerous disaster responses. For instance, during the 2003 North America blackout, amateur radio operators played a pivotal role in relaying information and coordinating efforts when traditional communication systems were overwhelmed.
Real-Life Heroes: Ham Radio in Action
The true measure of amateur radio’s impact is best understood through the stories of those who have experienced its benefits firsthand.
During Hurricane Katrina in 2005, over a thousand ARES volunteers provided essential communication services. Hancock County, Mississippi, had lost all contact with the outside world, except through ARES operators who served as 911 dispatchers and message relayers.
Hurricane Michael in 2018 left many areas without power and communication. Amateur radio operators were among the first to establish communication links, coordinating rescue and relief efforts when other systems were down.
During Hurricane Helene in 2024, in Asheville, North Carolina, ham radio operators played a significant role in keeping residents informed during this deadly tropical storm. They provided updates and coordinated emergency responses when electrical grids and telephone communications were disrupted.
The Mechanics of Ham Radio in Emergencies
Amateur radio’s effectiveness in emergencies lies in its unique capabilities. Unlike commercial communication systems that rely on infrastructure vulnerable to damage, ham radios can operate independently. Operators use battery-powered equipment, solar panels, and portable antennas to establish communication links, often without the need for external power sources.
One of the key tools in emergency communications is the use of repeaters. These devices amplify radio signals, extending the communication range, especially in mountainous or obstructed areas. Additionally, digital modes like Winlink allow for the transmission of emails and messages over long distances, even when traditional internet services are unavailable.
Training and Preparedness: The Backbone of Emergency Response
The readiness of amateur radio operators is a result of continuous training and preparation. Events like Field Day, held annually, simulate emergency conditions, allowing operators to practice setting up equipment and establishing communication links without relying on commercial power sources. These exercises ensure that when real disasters strike, operators are prepared to respond swiftly and effectively.
Organizations such as ARES and RACES provide structured training programs, ensuring that volunteers are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to handle various emergency scenarios. Their involvement is crucial in maintaining a state of preparedness within communities.
The Future of Ham Radio in Disaster Response
As technology advances, so does the role of amateur radio in emergency communications. The integration of digital modes, satellite communications, and software-defined radios enhances the capabilities of ham operators, allowing for more efficient and reliable communication during disasters.
Legislative support also plays a vital role in ensuring the continued effectiveness of amateur radio. Initiatives like the Amateur Radio Emergency Preparedness Act aim to prevent homeowner associations from banning amateur radio antennas, ensuring that operators can maintain their equipment and remain ready to assist during emergencies.
Conclusion: A Call to Action
The stories of amateur radio operators during disasters are a testament to the power of community, preparedness, and resilience. Their unwavering commitment ensures that when all else fails, communication remains possible.
For those interested in becoming part of this vital network, obtaining an amateur radio license is the first step. By doing so, you not only gain the skills to operate radio equipment but also become a crucial link in a chain that can make all the difference during emergencies.
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D. Bryan King
Sources
- A Brief History of the Amateur Radio EmComm Organization
- Amateur Radio Emergency Service – Wikipedia
- Ham Radio History – ARRL
- Stories about Amateur Radios and Emergency Rescue
- Amateur Radio Emergency Communications – Wikipedia
- Amateur Radio and Emergency Communications – AlertFind
- Ham Radio: A Valuable News Source Especially During Emergencies
- History – CCARES
- Hamming It Up – The Planet Magazine
- Ham Radio Emergency Communications Guide – Ham Radio Prep
- History of ARES and NTS
- Ham Radio Serving Southeast US Recovery Efforts
- Unleashing the Power of Amateur Radio in Times of Emergency
- Amateur Radio Emergency Communication: Lifeline in Crisis
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“Start learning #hebrew Today!”
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“Start learning #hebrew Today!”
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Bluff, New Zealand.
Two photos I took, 17 March. The art deco Foveaux Hotel and a mural facing the hotel lawn. "Good as Gold" - by Shane Walker (Tauranga) featuring Meri Leask, radio operator.
More info at my blog..
https://exploringcolour.wordpress.com/2023/08/06/fantastic-mural-bluff/
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Bluff, New Zealand.
Two photos I took, 17 March. The art deco Foveaux Hotel and a mural facing the hotel lawn. "Good as Gold" - by Shane Walker (Tauranga) featuring Meri Leask, radio operator.
More info at my blog..
https://exploringcolour.wordpress.com/2023/08/06/fantastic-mural-bluff/
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Bluff, New Zealand.
Two photos I took, 17 March. The art deco Foveaux Hotel and a mural facing the hotel lawn. "Good as Gold" - by Shane Walker (Tauranga) featuring Meri Leask, radio operator.
More info at my blog..
https://exploringcolour.wordpress.com/2023/08/06/fantastic-mural-bluff/
#Bluff #NewZealand #ArtDeco #mural #port #Southland #SouthlandNZ #woman #women #face #portrait #community #oysters #maritime #trawler #art #hotel #ShaneWalker #artwork #town #RadioOperator #safety #boat #sea #lighthouse #architecture #building
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Bluff, New Zealand.
Two photos I took, 17 March. The art deco Foveaux Hotel and a mural facing the hotel lawn. "Good as Gold" - by Shane Walker (Tauranga) featuring Meri Leask, radio operator.
More info at my blog..
https://exploringcolour.wordpress.com/2023/08/06/fantastic-mural-bluff/
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#noaa
#spaceweatherwoman
#skywarn -
Well friends and neighbors, it's official:
I've taken my General Class ticket. For now, I'm KI5SMN/AG.
Hello, SPECTRUM!
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Well friends and neighbors, it's official:
I've taken my General Class ticket. For now, I'm KI5SMN/AG.
Hello, SPECTRUM!
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Well friends and neighbors, it's official:
I've taken my General Class ticket. For now, I'm KI5SMN/AG.
Hello, SPECTRUM!
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Well friends and neighbors, it's official:
I've taken my General Class ticket. For now, I'm KI5SMN/AG.
Hello, SPECTRUM!
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TIL that there is a marked difference in the characteristics of video cable and rf cable.
This means my current dipole antenna is built on inappropriate cable.
Payday is just around the corner, I'll be fixin' up this and some related problems shortly thereafter.
OH I also just failed the first general exam practice test in a run of about 25 or 30; that damn thing still keeps pulling up questions I have not yet seen.
I'll do some more practice tonight, and with coffee in the morning, then it's off to #JohnsonSpaceCenter to take the test at 9am. Cross your fingers and toes, I might need the luck lol
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TIL that there is a marked difference in the characteristics of video cable and rf cable.
This means my current dipole antenna is built on inappropriate cable.
Payday is just around the corner, I'll be fixin' up this and some related problems shortly thereafter.
OH I also just failed the first general exam practice test in a run of about 25 or 30; that damn thing still keeps pulling up questions I have not yet seen.
I'll do some more practice tonight, and with coffee in the morning, then it's off to #JohnsonSpaceCenter to take the test at 9am. Cross your fingers and toes, I might need the luck lol
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TIL that there is a marked difference in the characteristics of video cable and rf cable.
This means my current dipole antenna is built on inappropriate cable.
Payday is just around the corner, I'll be fixin' up this and some related problems shortly thereafter.
OH I also just failed the first general exam practice test in a run of about 25 or 30; that damn thing still keeps pulling up questions I have not yet seen.
I'll do some more practice tonight, and with coffee in the morning, then it's off to #JohnsonSpaceCenter to take the test at 9am. Cross your fingers and toes, I might need the luck lol
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TIL that there is a marked difference in the characteristics of video cable and rf cable.
This means my current dipole antenna is built on inappropriate cable.
Payday is just around the corner, I'll be fixin' up this and some related problems shortly thereafter.
OH I also just failed the first general exam practice test in a run of about 25 or 30; that damn thing still keeps pulling up questions I have not yet seen.
I'll do some more practice tonight, and with coffee in the morning, then it's off to #JohnsonSpaceCenter to take the test at 9am. Cross your fingers and toes, I might need the luck lol
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TIL that there is a marked difference in the characteristics of video cable and rf cable.
This means my current dipole antenna is built on inappropriate cable.
Payday is just around the corner, I'll be fixin' up this and some related problems shortly thereafter.
OH I also just failed the first general exam practice test in a run of about 25 or 30; that damn thing still keeps pulling up questions I have not yet seen.
I'll do some more practice tonight, and with coffee in the morning, then it's off to #JohnsonSpaceCenter to take the test at 9am. Cross your fingers and toes, I might need the luck lol
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Dang I'm picking up my local repeater right now on the HackRF One, I've *never* done that.
Conditions are epic over here in SE Texas today.
Also had that fellow Javi down in South America, TI2JS, he was working people all over the eastern hemisphere, and I could hear a couple of them too.
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Dang I'm picking up my local repeater right now on the HackRF One, I've *never* done that.
Conditions are epic over here in SE Texas today.
Also had that fellow Javi down in South America, TI2JS, he was working people all over the eastern hemisphere, and I could hear a couple of them too.
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Dang I'm picking up my local repeater right now on the HackRF One, I've *never* done that.
Conditions are epic over here in SE Texas today.
Also had that fellow Javi down in South America, TI2JS, he was working people all over the eastern hemisphere, and I could hear a couple of them too.
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Fockin' hell man, I just couldn't get over it at all, monitoring 10m in my backyard for half an hour on two different channels from a radio with poor selection (antenna too low), so moved back inside and monitored same frequency on the hackrf with the attic antenna and caught a feller calling cq on USB.
So now I've gone and run sufficient power up into the attic, strung up my antenna, and I've got a transceiver ready to go, while I am able to monitor via the other antenna and the hack rf at the foot of the stairs.
CQ, dangit!
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Fockin' hell man, I just couldn't get over it at all, monitoring 10m in my backyard for half an hour on two different channels from a radio with poor selection (antenna too low), so moved back inside and monitored same frequency on the hackrf with the attic antenna and caught a feller calling cq on USB.
So now I've gone and run sufficient power up into the attic, strung up my antenna, and I've got a transceiver ready to go, while I am able to monitor via the other antenna and the hack rf at the foot of the stairs.
CQ, dangit!
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Fockin' hell man, I just couldn't get over it at all, monitoring 10m in my backyard for half an hour on two different channels from a radio with poor selection (antenna too low), so moved back inside and monitored same frequency on the hackrf with the attic antenna and caught a feller calling cq on USB.
So now I've gone and run sufficient power up into the attic, strung up my antenna, and I've got a transceiver ready to go, while I am able to monitor via the other antenna and the hack rf at the foot of the stairs.
CQ, dangit!
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Fockin' hell man, I just couldn't get over it at all, monitoring 10m in my backyard for half an hour on two different channels from a radio with poor selection (antenna too low), so moved back inside and monitored same frequency on the hackrf with the attic antenna and caught a feller calling cq on USB.
So now I've gone and run sufficient power up into the attic, strung up my antenna, and I've got a transceiver ready to go, while I am able to monitor via the other antenna and the hack rf at the foot of the stairs.
CQ, dangit!
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Many thanks to sparseMatrix for this very generous offer.
"I just got into a vigorous and refreshing exchange concerning what I will refer to as 'tactical communications readiness'.
The concerns were, to be resilient and flexible with respect to internet and voice communications.
I brought up ham radio.
In the context of that discussion I volunteered to help anyone up their rf electronics game to par for testing for their Ham license.
I also tagged the offer as open to anyone within reach of the message, and it occurred to me that I could still do better:
So with this message to all, I will broaden the reach of that offer.
If you are reading this, and would like to get your amateur radio operator's license, and also would appreciate some amount of guidance and rail greasing, as it were, in this interest - I'm at your service.
Ring the bell :)"
#amateurradio #hamradio #getlicensed #radiooperator
#hackrf #hacktheplanet #electronics #CircuitBending -
Many thanks to sparseMatrix for this very generous offer.
"I just got into a vigorous and refreshing exchange concerning what I will refer to as 'tactical communications readiness'.
The concerns were, to be resilient and flexible with respect to internet and voice communications.
I brought up ham radio.
In the context of that discussion I volunteered to help anyone up their rf electronics game to par for testing for their Ham license.
I also tagged the offer as open to anyone within reach of the message, and it occurred to me that I could still do better:
So with this message to all, I will broaden the reach of that offer.
If you are reading this, and would like to get your amateur radio operator's license, and also would appreciate some amount of guidance and rail greasing, as it were, in this interest - I'm at your service.
Ring the bell :)"
#amateurradio #hamradio #getlicensed #radiooperator
#hackrf #hacktheplanet #electronics #CircuitBending -
Many thanks to sparseMatrix for this very generous offer.
"I just got into a vigorous and refreshing exchange concerning what I will refer to as 'tactical communications readiness'.
The concerns were, to be resilient and flexible with respect to internet and voice communications.
I brought up ham radio.
In the context of that discussion I volunteered to help anyone up their rf electronics game to par for testing for their Ham license.
I also tagged the offer as open to anyone within reach of the message, and it occurred to me that I could still do better:
So with this message to all, I will broaden the reach of that offer.
If you are reading this, and would like to get your amateur radio operator's license, and also would appreciate some amount of guidance and rail greasing, as it were, in this interest - I'm at your service.
Ring the bell :)"
#amateurradio #hamradio #getlicensed #radiooperator
#hackrf #hacktheplanet #electronics #CircuitBending -
Many thanks to sparseMatrix for this very generous offer.
"I just got into a vigorous and refreshing exchange concerning what I will refer to as 'tactical communications readiness'.
The concerns were, to be resilient and flexible with respect to internet and voice communications.
I brought up ham radio.
In the context of that discussion I volunteered to help anyone up their rf electronics game to par for testing for their Ham license.
I also tagged the offer as open to anyone within reach of the message, and it occurred to me that I could still do better:
So with this message to all, I will broaden the reach of that offer.
If you are reading this, and would like to get your amateur radio operator's license, and also would appreciate some amount of guidance and rail greasing, as it were, in this interest - I'm at your service.
Ring the bell :)"
#amateurradio #hamradio #getlicensed #radiooperator
#hackrf #hacktheplanet #electronics #CircuitBending -
Many thanks to sparseMatrix for this very generous offer.
"I just got into a vigorous and refreshing exchange concerning what I will refer to as 'tactical communications readiness'.
The concerns were, to be resilient and flexible with respect to internet and voice communications.
I brought up ham radio.
In the context of that discussion I volunteered to help anyone up their rf electronics game to par for testing for their Ham license.
I also tagged the offer as open to anyone within reach of the message, and it occurred to me that I could still do better:
So with this message to all, I will broaden the reach of that offer.
If you are reading this, and would like to get your amateur radio operator's license, and also would appreciate some amount of guidance and rail greasing, as it were, in this interest - I'm at your service.
Ring the bell :)"
#amateurradio #hamradio #getlicensed #radiooperator
#hackrf #hacktheplanet #electronics #CircuitBending -
I just got into a vigorous and refreshing exchange concerning what I will refer to as 'tactical communications readiness'.
The concerns were, to be resilient and flexible with respect to internet and voice communications.
I brought up ham radio.
In the context of that discussion I volunteered to help anyone up their rf electronics game to par for testing for their Ham license.
I also tagged the offer as open to anyone within reach of the message, and it occurred to me that I could still do better:
So with this message to all, I will broaden the reach of that offer.
If you are reading this, and would like to get your amateur radio operator's license, and also would appreciate some amount of guidance and rail greasing, as it were, in this interest - I'm at your service.
Ring the bell :)
#amateurradio #hamradio #getlicensed #radiooperator
#hackrf #hacktheplanet -
I just got into a vigorous and refreshing exchange concerning what I will refer to as 'tactical communications readiness'.
The concerns were, to be resilient and flexible with respect to internet and voice communications.
I brought up ham radio.
In the context of that discussion I volunteered to help anyone up their rf electronics game to par for testing for their Ham license.
I also tagged the offer as open to anyone within reach of the message, and it occurred to me that I could still do better:
So with this message to all, I will broaden the reach of that offer.
If you are reading this, and would like to get your amateur radio operator's license, and also would appreciate some amount of guidance and rail greasing, as it were, in this interest - I'm at your service.
Ring the bell :)
#amateurradio #hamradio #getlicensed #radiooperator
#hackrf #hacktheplanet -
I just got into a vigorous and refreshing exchange concerning what I will refer to as 'tactical communications readiness'.
The concerns were, to be resilient and flexible with respect to internet and voice communications.
I brought up ham radio.
In the context of that discussion I volunteered to help anyone up their rf electronics game to par for testing for their Ham license.
I also tagged the offer as open to anyone within reach of the message, and it occurred to me that I could still do better:
So with this message to all, I will broaden the reach of that offer.
If you are reading this, and would like to get your amateur radio operator's license, and also would appreciate some amount of guidance and rail greasing, as it were, in this interest - I'm at your service.
Ring the bell :)
#amateurradio #hamradio #getlicensed #radiooperator
#hackrf #hacktheplanet -
I just got into a vigorous and refreshing exchange concerning what I will refer to as 'tactical communications readiness'.
The concerns were, to be resilient and flexible with respect to internet and voice communications.
I brought up ham radio.
In the context of that discussion I volunteered to help anyone up their rf electronics game to par for testing for their Ham license.
I also tagged the offer as open to anyone within reach of the message, and it occurred to me that I could still do better:
So with this message to all, I will broaden the reach of that offer.
If you are reading this, and would like to get your amateur radio operator's license, and also would appreciate some amount of guidance and rail greasing, as it were, in this interest - I'm at your service.
Ring the bell :)
#amateurradio #hamradio #getlicensed #radiooperator
#hackrf #hacktheplanet -
I just got into a vigorous and refreshing exchange concerning what I will refer to as 'tactical communications readiness'.
The concerns were, to be resilient and flexible with respect to internet and voice communications.
I brought up ham radio.
In the context of that discussion I volunteered to help anyone up their rf electronics up to par for testing for their Ham license.
I also tagged the offer as open to anyone within reach of the message, and it occurred to me that I could still do better:
So with this message to all, I will broaden the reach of that offer.
If you are reading this, and would like to get your amateur radio operator's license, and also would appreciate some amount of guidance and rail greasing, as it were, in this interest - I'm at your service.
Ring the bell :)
#amateurradio #hamradio #getlicensed #radiooperator
#hackrf #hacktheplanet