EmComm = Emergency Communications Most people today take our modern communications system for granted and don’t realize that during a major “Act of God” like a natural disaster, civil unrest or the loss of the rule of law, which some refer to as a SHTF event (when the $hit Hits The Fan), or even what some speculate is a very real possibility in
Read MoreGMRS, or the General Mobile Radio Service band is part of the PRS, or Personal Radio Service bands, as outlined by 47 CFR Part 95E (formerly Part 95A) of the FCC (Federal Communications Commission), which regulates and makes rules for the use of all RF (Radio Frequency) radio spectrum in the United States. The band is usable for personal or business two-way
Read MoreJanuary 30, 2022 Boston Schneider A quality radio is an essential part of any survivalist bug out bag. You can use it to quickly communicate with others in times of disaster, or even use it to communicate with your family over vast ranges when the powergoes out. Getting started in radio can be a little more daunting
Read MoreFebruary 18, 2022 Boston Schneider If you’re a prepper or survivalist, then you know we’ve become too dependent on cellular communication. Just ask yourself, “What was the first thing I checked when I woke up this morning?” It’s almost without a doubt your cell phone. It’s hard even to imagine going a day without it. But
Read MoreApril 2, 2022 Boston Schneider We all know two-way radio is one of the most useful forms of communication in the world today. It’s used in almost every type of industry by construction workers, security officials, retail managers, and almost anyone working a ballgame or concert. That’s not to mention the thousands of hams that use two-way
Read MoreApril 24, 2022 Boston Schneider When crises happen around the world, the first reaction for many is to turn and run the other way. But if everyone turns and runs, who is left to help people deal with the danger so it can be resolved and those people affected can move forward? The reality is, throughout the
Read MoreMay 1, 2022 Boston Schneider Almost all preppers and survivalists have a wide variety of essentials prepared for unknown situations. If you have read our previous blog ‘Emergency Survival Kit Essentials’ you already know exactly what you need to have in order to brace yourself for what’s ahead in a hurry. Food, first aid, flashlights and a good knife are all things you
Read MoreMay 15, 2022 Boston Schneider We all see it happening. Grocery stores have less supply than ever, the global supply chain is unreliable, and items that we are used to having such easy access to are not nearly as readily available as they once were. It’s easy to understand it’s more important than ever to be
Read MoreMay 27, 2022 Boston Schneider Working with my hands is one of the things I enjoy most. Whether it’s programming a radio, planting a garden, or working out in the garage, you can always find me knee-deep in some sort of project that involves some handiwork a little elbow grease. Using everyday tools to complete my projects help immensely. Everyday
Read MoreJune 12, 2022 Boston Schneider Do you know the first thing on your to-do list when you find yourself in some sort of survival situation? Most Americans believe that they could survive up to 2 weeks in the wild when faced with some sort of life or death situation, but the reality is, only a fraction
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