Category: Projects
APRS in Western North Carolina: Tracking, Messaging & More in the Mountains Recent APRS Training and Info Amateur radio operators across Western North Carolina are rediscovering the power and flexibility of APRS—the Automatic Packet Reporting System. While often misunderstood as just a GPS tracking tool, APRS is actually a real-time, tactical digital communications network that…
December 6, 2024 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,…
In times of emergency, access to reliable information can mean the difference between safety and chaos. When internet connectivity is unavailable due to natural disasters, power outages, or remote locations, having a source of offline knowledge becomes invaluable. This is where Kiwix, a free and open-source software, proves to be an essential tool for preparedness…
The EMCOMM Tools project, developed by The Tech Prepper, is an open-source web app designed to simplify and streamline digital communications in the field. It provides an easy-to-use, one-click interface that integrates key ham radio tools like Pat Winlink, YAAC, and hamlib, making it an ideal solution for off-grid, emergency, and field deployments. Enhancing EMCOMM…
Deploying, Training, and Supporting VARA FM & Winlink Operators The Amateur Radio Collective of Western Carolina (ARCWC) plays a role in deploying, assisting, and training operators in the use of VARA FM and Winlink for emergency communications and off-grid messaging. Given ARCWC’s focus on community service, emergency preparedness, and collective radio operations, incorporating VARA FM…
