When it comes to communications and prepping, we tend to think about 2 way radios and intelligence gathering. While both of these are important, they are only part of a good preparedness communication plan. Communications starts with family planning, and being ready for whatever disaster that might come your way. This week Lisa and I were on The Changing Earth … [Read more...] about Communications and Prepping With Sara Hathaway
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Communications and Disaster Planning for Preppers
Communications and disaster planning are some of the most important aspects of preparedness. What would you do if you were on your way to work and all the sudden the power in the city goes out? The more important question is what would your family and loved ones do? We know that a power outage could be caused by several things ranging from a blown transformer, to a full … [Read more...] about Communications and Disaster Planning for Preppers
Grid Down Communications for Preppers (Part 2)
One of the most critical parts of a good preparedness plan is the ability to gather information about what's going on, and what could happen. When cell phones don't work, the internet is down, or when radio and television is just static, we need good alternatives. In the second half of our 2 part podcast on grid down prepper comms Wayne and I talked about long range … [Read more...] about Grid Down Communications for Preppers (Part 2)
Grid Down Communications for Preppers (Part 1)
In the event of any disaster or SHTf event, the ability to get information about what's going on and communicate will be vital. Grid down communications is also important in order to communicate with family friends and group members. Along with police scanners and weather radios, there are a few other prepper comm options that need to be considered. In a grid down scenario … [Read more...] about Grid Down Communications for Preppers (Part 1)
Prepper Communications: The Complete Guide
Ham radio (Amateur Radio) and 2 way radios in general are very popular subjects in the preparedness community, and for good reason. Being able to communicate and gather information in a disaster or SHTF scenario can and will be a game changer. The problem is, just about everything you read about 2 way radios for preppers tells you why it’s important but falls short of … [Read more...] about Prepper Communications: The Complete Guide