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Ham Radios and Boating

Very good book on the subject by USPS. Available at your bookstore or the web.

Very good book on the subject by USPS. Available at your bookstore or the web.

No passage need be lonely with Amateur Radio. You will have friends all around the world who will enjoy the cruise with you via amateur radio communications.

Why Do I Want Ham Radio on my Boat?

  • Communications
  • Safety
  • Weather Nets
  • Emergency Communications
  • Low cost
  • Flexible use on a wide number of frequencies
  • Multi – Mode
  • Maritime Nets give support to the Mariner
  • Medical help – Mechanical assistance
  • Keep in touch with family and friends.
  • Routing—filing of float plans
  • Email and digital communications. WinLink provides world wide communication by linking distant radios via the internet
  • APRS—Automatic Position Reporting System lets others follow your position via the internet

Licensed LSPS Members

  • Dennis Lorenz, KI4KPD
  • Jack Banister, K9IGC
  • Bruce Haskell, WD4MLM
  • Tom Smith, KY4EYL

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