Emergency Communication & Ham Radio https://offgridsurvival.com/category/survival/emergencycommunication/ An online resource for survival information. From wilderness and urban survival to emergency preparedness and off grid living, we provide you with the knowledge you need to survive in any situation. Sun, 15 Feb 2026 21:38:29 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 201079613 Yaesu FT-65 Review: Dual Band 2 Meter/70CM Ham Radio https://offgridsurvival.com/yaesuft65review/ https://offgridsurvival.com/yaesuft65review/#comments Sun, 16 Nov 2025 21:10:00 +0000 https://offgridsurvival.com/?p=30959 Yaesu FT-65 Review: Dual Band 2 Meter/70CM Ham Radio

A look at the preparedness uses for The Yaesu FT-65R -- a small, handheld, Dual Band Ham radio that covers the 2 Meters (144 MHz to 148 MHz) and 70CM (430 – 450 MHz) radio bands.

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Prepper Radio: The No-BS Ham Radio Technician Exam Prep Guide https://offgridsurvival.com/prepper-radio-the-no-bs-ham-radio-technician-exam-prep-guide/ https://offgridsurvival.com/prepper-radio-the-no-bs-ham-radio-technician-exam-prep-guide/#comments Tue, 16 May 2023 21:13:25 +0000 https://offgridsurvival.com/?p=37752 Prepper Radio: The No-BS Ham Radio Technician Exam Prep Guide

Looking to get into emergency communications and become a Ham Radio operator? Check out our latest book on how to pass the test and get your amateur radio license on the first shot!

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OFF-GRID Internet: How to get Internet Access when living off the grid https://offgridsurvival.com/offgridinternet/ https://offgridsurvival.com/offgridinternet/#comments Fri, 17 Mar 2023 20:55:00 +0000 http://offgridsurvival.com/?p=20141 OFF-GRID Internet: How to get Internet Access when living off the grid

Going off grid doesn't mean you have to cut all ties to modern technology. Learn how to go off-the-grid and still have access to the internet when living in remote areas of the country.

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Ham Radio – Emergency Communications https://offgridsurvival.com/hamradio-2/ https://offgridsurvival.com/hamradio-2/#comments Thu, 10 Dec 2020 22:10:00 +0000 http://offgridsurvival.com/?p=1685 Ham Radio – Emergency Communications

When it comes to Survival Communications, HAM Radio is the way to go. It has a number of advantages over CB, GMRS, FRS, and other radios; and will allow you to listen to, and communicate with people throughout the world.

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Baofeng UV 5RV2+ Review: Why Baofeng Radios are a Bad Choice for Preppers https://offgridsurvival.com/baofenguv5rv2review/ https://offgridsurvival.com/baofenguv5rv2review/#comments Sat, 06 Aug 2016 23:51:54 +0000 http://offgridsurvival.com/?p=25125 Baofeng UV 5RV2+ Review: Why Baofeng Radios are a Bad Choice for Preppers

When it comes to emergency communications there’s a lot of advice out there on what types of emergency radios you should carry in your bug out bags. Baofengs are often called the perfect radio for preppers; They are NOT!

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OFF-GRID HAM RADIO: Simple Emergency Communication When the Grid Goes Down https://offgridsurvival.com/offgrid-hamradio/ https://offgridsurvival.com/offgrid-hamradio/#comments Mon, 01 Dec 2014 01:34:20 +0000 http://offgridsurvival.com/?p=17146 OFF-GRID HAM RADIO: Simple Emergency Communication When the Grid Goes Down

Off-Grid, Portable Emergency Ham Radio Rig: Showing you how to quickly deploy an Emergency Communication System that can send and receive communications across the globe, with very little power.

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Situational Intel: Knowledge is Power during a Crisis https://offgridsurvival.com/situational-intel-knowledge-is-power-during-a-crisis/ https://offgridsurvival.com/situational-intel-knowledge-is-power-during-a-crisis/#comments Mon, 03 Nov 2014 22:42:37 +0000 http://offgridsurvival.com/?p=16855 Situational Intel: Knowledge is Power during a Crisis

One of the best ways to protect yourself and your family during any crisis or disaster is to stay aware to what’s going on around you. That means knowing where to find real-time unfiltered information,

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SHTF COMS: Emergency Communications When Disaster Strikes https://offgridsurvival.com/shtf-emergency-communications/ https://offgridsurvival.com/shtf-emergency-communications/#comments Wed, 07 May 2014 19:38:33 +0000 http://offgridsurvival.com/?p=14582 SHTF COMS: Emergency Communications When Disaster Strikes

A Detailed list of Emergency Communications information, frequencies and emergency protocols for Disaster and Crisis Communication.

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Emergency Communication: Are You Prepared to Make Contact During a Disaster? https://offgridsurvival.com/emergencycommunication-makingcontactduringdisaster/ https://offgridsurvival.com/emergencycommunication-makingcontactduringdisaster/#comments Mon, 07 Oct 2013 18:34:36 +0000 http://offgridsurvival.com/?p=13052 Emergency Communication: Are You Prepared to Make Contact During a Disaster?

Emergency Communication is probably one of the least talked about aspects of preparedness, but in my opinion, it's something that you can’t afford to overlook.

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Communication Infrastructure: Preparing for Chaos https://offgridsurvival.com/communicationinfrastructure/ https://offgridsurvival.com/communicationinfrastructure/#comments Mon, 10 Jun 2013 18:13:58 +0000 http://offgridsurvival.com/?p=11650 Communication Infrastructure: Preparing for Chaos

In a survival situation, knowledge is going to be a critical factor in determining the outcome of your situation. Don't underestimate the power of communication, and the importance of staying informed.

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