CQ Amateur Radio

Getting Road-Ready

We often deal with the “what” and “how” of mobiling with ham radio gear. This month, we’ll explore some of the “where” and “why” ham radio can make your travel adventures more enjoyable.

For many, the “depths of winter” conjure up images of snowcovered landscapes, chilling winds from the north, and home-bound activities like reading a good magazine while seated comfortably next to a blazing fireplace.

While idyllic, the reality for much of the U.S. is quite different. Those of us residing in the Sun Belt that stretches from the deep south across to southern California are quite used to seeing “snow birds” — not the type with wings, but those with vehicles sporting license plates from northern states. Very often, those license plates are attached to motorized RVs or

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