Choosing a repeater site
When searching for a repeater site, here are key considerations to keep in mind: 1. Elevation • Higher elevations offer better line-of-sight, which is crucial for GMRS. Look for sites on hilltops, towers, or high-rise buildings to maximize the range. 2. Accessibility • Ensure the site is accessible for installation, maintenance, and emergency access.…
Join Us for the Second Open Club Meeting
The second open meeting will be held on October 29, 2024, at 7:30. Gregg Lebovitz, club President, will present a club overview and afterwards we will have an open discussion about how we increase our membership. We will also discuss elections as the articles of incorporation call for elections at the end of October.…
Join Us for the Boston Area GMRS Club Open Meeting!
Hi everyone, You’re cordially invited to attend our upcoming Boston Area GMRS Club Open Meeting. This is an open meeting and we will discuss the club’s purpose and goals. The club is a 501c3 organization focused on community and education. When: 10/17/2024 at 7:30 Where: https://calendar.app.google/anuhGdqty7miseQx5 Take advantage of this chance to meet like-minded individuals and expand…
BA GMRS Club is open for membership
Boston Area GMRS Club The Boston Area GMRS Club is pleased to announce it is open for business. The club is a not-for-profit 501c(3) corporation and focuses on two main areas 1) technology, operator proficiency, and emergency communications education and 2) building a GMRS infrastructure to aid the government in their emergency communications efforts.…
How to obtain a GMRS license
How to obtain a GMRS license General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) Filing InstructionsAn FCC license is required to operate the GMRS system. Licenses are issued for a ten-year term and can be renewed between 90 days before the expiration date and up to the actual expiration date of the license. After a license expires,…
GMRS Repeaters
What is a repeater? A repeater is a radio device that receives a radio signal on one frequency and retransmits it on another. Repeaters increase the effective range of low power radios by retransmitting the received signal at higher power. For maximum effectiveness, repeater antennas are placed at the highest point in the nearby…
Excited to announce that the Boston Area GMRS Club has been granted 501(c)3
We’re excited to announce that the Boston Area GMRS Club has been granted 501(c)3 tax-exempt status by the IRS! This means that your dues and donations to the club, including contributions to our repeater fund, are now tax-deductible. Our club is dedicated to promoting science and technology education and enhancing operator proficiency in emergency…