Be sure to check out the Foothill Net Blog (Link on the right side of this page) for info on the November 23rd SAFE community meeting in the new Public Service Building.
Some tips and thoughts for winter preparedness.
Some tips and thoughts for winter preparedness.
All of these sites have a few things in common, but each also has its own unique tips. By looking at several different sites and lists you can better decide what is right for you.
Car kits for use around town or to a nearby city do not have to be as exotic as a car kit for a long trip on poorly traveled roads.
Mistakes in Storage May Alter Medication
Winter Weather Car and Emergency Checklist
How to Make a Winter Survival Kit
Kit Storage Locations
Winter Driving - Emergency Car Kit
http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/winter/emergencykit.htm
Roadside emergency kit: What to carry with you
A few basic items can help you get back on the road quicker
Other tips will be discussed on the net tonight.
On the net, KF7SIJ pointed out that many cars brought to wrecker yards by tow truck have the seatbelts cut. Sometimes they "lock" in an accident. K7PB pointed out that if you are leaning against the seat belt (especially in situations where the car is not upright) you will not be able to release the seat belt due to the pressure. K7PB also pointed out that if the seat belt is locked, you probably can not reach the glove box to get your seat belt cutter. Best place for it is in the center console.
On the net, KF7SIJ pointed out that many cars brought to wrecker yards by tow truck have the seatbelts cut. Sometimes they "lock" in an accident. K7PB pointed out that if you are leaning against the seat belt (especially in situations where the car is not upright) you will not be able to release the seat belt due to the pressure. K7PB also pointed out that if the seat belt is locked, you probably can not reach the glove box to get your seat belt cutter. Best place for it is in the center console.
Two other things. N7OVT will not be running testing sessions in December and there will be no MARA VHF net on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving.
Races Net Schedule
http://www.slcoares.net/races
There are state wide RACES nets on both HF and VHF/UHF. The following are the details of each net.
HF Net
Date: 3rd Saturday of odd numbered months
Time: 8:00 am
Frequency: 3920 kHz
VHF/UHF Net
Date: 3rd Thursday of even numbered months
Time: 8:00 pm
Frequency: Intermountain Intertie and other linked repeaters
Here is a list of FRS/GMRS channels and frequencies and some info on the new Midland radio "Extra Channels". Remember, all these can be programmed into your HT and mobile rigs for monitoring in an emergency. Our radios will not transmit on these frequencies but they will listen on these frequencies.
http://wiki.radioreference.com/index.php/FRS/GMRS_combined_channel_chart
Races Net Schedule
http://www.slcoares.net/races
There are state wide RACES nets on both HF and VHF/UHF. The following are the details of each net.
HF Net
Date: 3rd Saturday of odd numbered months
Time: 8:00 am
Frequency: 3920 kHz
VHF/UHF Net
Date: 3rd Thursday of even numbered months
Time: 8:00 pm
Frequency: Intermountain Intertie and other linked repeaters
Here is a list of FRS/GMRS channels and frequencies and some info on the new Midland radio "Extra Channels". Remember, all these can be programmed into your HT and mobile rigs for monitoring in an emergency. Our radios will not transmit on these frequencies but they will listen on these frequencies.
http://wiki.radioreference.com/index.php/FRS/GMRS_combined_channel_chart
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