Joseph, K9JOE

I’m not quite sure where I would rank this year. It certain wasn’t my best or anywhere near. I propose we all resolve to help each other have a better year.

Please remember that being vaccinated does not mean it’s a free for all. Social distancing and masking still applies. Just say’n.

My best guess is yes, that was one of the sites that he used.

Wow, that looks like an excellent choice at a great price. Makes me want one now.

The air tactical frequency (air command to helos and bombers) should be on 151.295. There are three possible ground tactical frequencies; I’ll try and determine which if any they are using. Also air to ground communications should be on 159.3675.

Firedispatch only shows county fire resources. Wildland fires are automatically under the jurisdiction of Calfire. County resources will of course be part of any initial response but then will be released so they can provide normal coverage for other incidents. I don’t know of any website that lists Calfire units responding. Something that you can…[Read more]

Inverter type generators are much quieter and fuel efficient as they only run as fast as they need to depending on the load. The down side is they are twice the price. I would encourage you to shop for one already able to use propane and not do a conversion. Any conversion will invalidate any warranty. Also, bigger is better. I wouldn’t even…[Read more]

I just watched this youtube video. An inexpensive power supply alternative.

Note from a friend. Anyone copy him?

“As some of you know, I went on a Field Day operation on top of an almost 8,000 peak near Donner Summit with W6JTH (the same person who appeared with me on the QST cover in the 1970’s operating from the top of Mt. Whitney). We carried 40 pound packs mostly up a cross-country bushwhack to the top with great…[Read more]

Just keep in mind that transmitting on those frequencies with a modified radio is illegal….Just say’n.

I’m getting nothing either.
This is why we test/use it on a regular basis.

Keep in mind that there is (or was) a good base radio at the high school, and also one at Puente. Either of those might be used as a DOC, but information flow might be better if at the fire station. The school has a backup generator but as I remember, someone keeps stealing the wiring. I don’t think Puente has any backup power.

I stand corrected.

Yes, GMRS licenses are free now. FWIW, I just renewed my ham license (for 10 years!) and it is now free as well. The radios themselves can be had inexpensively too, I’ve seen dual band radios on Amazon for $60.