Our North Bay 2-Meter Critical Mass radio group focuses on practicing and maintaining amateur radio communication skills for potential use during emergencies and public service events.
Here’s a breakdown of what we do:
- Monthly Practice Sessions: We meet each month to practice various communication skills using 2-meter band radios, including getting on the air, setting up equipment, and contacting other stations. These practice sessions help participants familiarize themselves with radio procedures and troubleshoot potential issues.
- Emergency Preparedness: We contribute to local emergency preparedness by ensuring their members are ready to provide communication support in the event of a disaster. This includes collaborating with organizations like RACES (Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service) and CERT (Community Emergency Response Team).
- Public Service Events: We participate in public service events, using their radio communication skills to assist with logistics and communication needs.
- Skill Development: We provide an environment for members to learn and refine their amateur radio skills, including using the phonetic alphabet, operating on different frequencies, and maintaining their radios.
- Community Engagement: While the core focus is on radio skills, we fosters a sense of community among amateur radio enthusiasts in the North Bay.
We meet each month (generally the 3rd Sunday from 10a-Noon) in person to practice communications skills including how to get on the air, set up your radio, and how to contact another station. You can find out more by subscribing to the NB2MCM channel on groups.io. Be sure to also refer to our calendar for upcoming gatherings.