What’s New
No Wednesday Night Nets July 2026 – Hiatus
- No Wednesday Night Nets In JulyThe EugeneEmComm Wednesday night nets will be taking a hiatus during the month of July, 2026. We will return to our regular schedule on August 5, 2026. Enjoy your summer!
- NVIS – Near Vertical Incidence SkywaveCharlie Patton (N7CMP) sends this video as an introduction to Near Vertical Incidence Skywave (NVIS), which may become an important addition to our toolkit. We will be researching NVIS and adding more information as it becomes available.
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New to Emergency Communications? Have Questions?
We welcome new members to our organization, and want to do what we can to help you learn more about Emergency Communications (EmComm). Take a look at our “Starting with EmComm” page, or use our Contact page to send us a message.
Join the Conversation
Eugene EmComm now has a groups.io presence on that platform for intra-group discussions. Visit our page there for more information.
Learn More About Winlink
Winlink is an emerging technology using a combination of Ham radios and computing devices to send data over the radio. Eugene EmComm has a group working on incorporating Winlink into our system. Gerry Brown (KK7GAB) hosted a Zoom session on “Winlink for Beginners”. The session was recorded and is available on our Winlink page. Watch the video to learn more about this important technology!
About Radios: Ham, GMRS and FRS
You don’t have to be an electronics whiz or a licensed radio operator to be involved in EmComm. While operators using Ham radios need to pass a knowledge test and be licensed, other options are open to you. GMRS radios only require an application and fee for the operator, and FRS radios (commonly known as “Walkie Talkies“) do not require a license, and are quite affordable. Learn more…
EugeneEmComm.org serves and provides web support for radio amateurs preparing to provide emergency communications (EmComm) for Eugene, Oregon and surrounding areas. Licensed HAM radio operators, as well as users of FRS and GMRS radios are working to prepare for emergencies where other traditional means of communication (land lines, and cell phones) may not be available. The group comprises volunteers of diverse interests and backgrounds, but with a common commitment to build and maintain an emergency communications infrastructure. While a possible Cascadia Subduction Zone Earthquake is a primary motivator, the group is preparing to be of service in any emergency where their communications skills may be needed.
For more information about our organization that you can’t find on the site, or to find out how you might become involved, download our brochure or visit our Contact page.
