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When the Sun gets rowdy, hams feel it. Right now we’re in an active part of Solar Cycle 25, and the last few days have been spicy: NOAA’s Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC) has posted geomagnetic storm watches from G2 (moderate) up to G4 (severe) for November 11–13, 2025, driven by multiple Earth-directed coronal mass…
In a major disaster — grid down, cellular networks overloaded or offline, Internet out — reliable communication becomes one of the most critical assets for a prepper community. While satellite phones, mesh networks and other tools have their place, amateur radio (ham radio) remains one of the most flexible, resilient, community-based solutions. Some of the…
When the Grid Falls Silent, Radio Keeps the Community Alive Introduction When cell towers go dark, the internet goes down, and emergency services are overwhelmed or offline, most people will be cut off from the outside world. But not you. If you’re a prepper, you know that in a true SHTF scenario, communication is survival—and…
Are you ready to take your emergency communications to the next level? We’re excited to announce that Canadian Preppers Network Gold Members now have exclusive free access to our brand-new Ham Radio Quick Reference Guide—a must-have resource for every serious radio operator and emergency communicator. 📡 What’s Inside the Guide? This professionally curated PDF is…
Amateur radio operators (hams) working in the VHF (30–300 MHz) and UHF (300–3000 MHz) ranges often build their own antennas for better performance, budget-friendly setups, or just the satisfaction of DIY. Whether you’re working 2 meters (144–148 MHz) or 70 cm (420–450 MHz), there’s a homemade antenna design that fits your goals. Here’s a breakdown…
If you’re interested in monitoring public safety communications, a P25-capable scanner is an essential tool. P25 (Project 25) and DMR (Digital Mobile Radio) are digital radio standards used by police, fire departments, emergency services, businesses, and other organizations. With the right scanner and knowledge, you can listen in on digital transmissions and stay informed about…
When it comes to regional communications, ham radio operators in Canada have a powerful tool at their disposal: Near Vertical Incidence Skywave (NVIS) propagation. NVIS is a technique that enables reliable communication over distances ranging from 30 to 400 miles, making it ideal for emergency response, rural connectivity, and preparedness—especially in Canada’s vast and often…
When operating on ham radio frequencies, many operators use Continuous Tone-Coded Squelch System (CTCSS) or Digital Coded Squelch (DCS) to filter out unwanted transmissions. While these features are useful for managing interference, they do not provide any form of privacy or encryption. In this post, we’ll explore why that is the case and what their…
If you’re a ham radio operator looking to enhance your 2-meter band performance, building a simple ground plane antenna is a great project. It’s cost-effective, easy to assemble, and can provide excellent transmission and reception. In this guide, we’ll walk through the materials, construction steps, and installation process to get your DIY antenna up and…
I came upon a Facebook post one day promoting this book and offering free Kindle copies for review. Being the owner and regular user of Baofeng radios, I was naturally curious. Wondering what more there could be to learn about these amateur radios, I accepted the review offer. Here are my thoughts.
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