Ham Radio Prepper

All 19 US amateur bands with frequency charts, license privileges, power limits, and honest range expectations.

Ham radio Technician license in 30 days: a simple step-by-step study plan covering the current question pool, practice tests, exam costs, and what to do after you pass.

Celebrate 100 years of amateur radio with a look back at World Amateur Radio Day 2025. Discover how hams worldwide marked the IARU centennial with special events, rare contacts, and a nod to the future of radio.

Rabea Rogge makes history as the first astronaut to conduct amateur radio contacts from a SpaceX Dragon capsule during the Fram2 mission, marking new possibilities for ham radio in space exploration. Learn about her groundbreaking SSTV event and how students can participate.

The Yaesu FT-710 AESS is a high-frequency transceiver designed for amateur bands, offering an impressive range of features that appeal to both seasoned ham operators and newcomers alike.

When disaster strikes, communication is crucial. The recent wildfires in Maui highlighted the indispensable role of ham radio operators in maintaining connections when traditional systems fail.

We are living in a time where things have never been so uncertain, which makes being prepared for any situation vital to your survival. In times of disasters or emergencies when other forms of communication may fail, having a license can be a life-saver.

Information on locating the nearest ham radio testing center in your area.

Today, an amateur radio club in Illinois is claiming U.S. Air Force fighters may have shot down their balloon and believe that the so-called UFOs being shot down over U.S. Soil are nothing more than schools and amateur radio club pico balloons.

The ICOM 7300 is one of our top picks when it comes to preparedness radios, but we also think it's a great option for Apartment Preppers or those who may not have a ton of room for fancy antenna setups.