This article was written by a mom that decided it was time to get her COMMS UP!
Six months ago, I had no clue about communications. I had used a “walkie talkie” before and that was about it. While listening to the Podcasts on Radio Free Redoubt, John Jacob kept stressing the importance of communications and building a network of like-minded, God fearing, liberty loving patriots. It was time to get a communications plan in place. First things first, I wanted to get my Ham Technician License.
Ok, “I’m just a mom”, could I really take on this challenge? I started studying by added a study app to my phone and also used the website Ham Test Online. I was told it takes about ten hours of study time. For me, those ten hours took me about a month with all my other mommy tasks. After passing a handful of the practice exams online, it was time to take the real test.
Our local amateur radio club offers Ham license testing once a month so that is where I took my test. I was nervous and excited to take the test….. I passed!
Next, I ordered a BaoFeng Hand Held Ham Radio, printed off the Communications S.O.I. and joined the AmRRON net. I have since started building a network of not only like-minded patriots, but FRIENDS!
I hope this article is encouraging to others to let you know that even if you are “just a mom”, you can get your communications plan in place. Being connected to other AmRRON members has been a blessing and if I find myself in an emergency situation, I am thankful to have that network in place.
When the SHTF, this mom has her COMMS UP!
Note: Moms are AMAZING and the term “just a mom” is used to show that no matter your situation, with some time and effort you can get your ham license and get your communications plan in place.
Congrats…you’ll find that the Ham community is filled with folks who want to help others learn and succeed. You made the most effective & economical choice for the sake of your family
Pay it Forward and encourage others to get their license!!!