PREPARATION FOR WILDFIRES
DATE 06/06/2026.
Kicking off at 10:00 AM, this event is not a formal competition. Its primary objective is to simultaneously engage multiple counties in Idaho, testing their antennas and facilitating communications among them.
We anticipate that this gathering will provide an enjoyable platform for camaraderie, experimentation, and testing within our hobby. Please use the following (band conditions permitting)
◦ 3.920 LSB
◦ 7.190 LSB
◦ 5.371.5 USB
EXCHANGE
Please exchange the following:
◦ 6 digit Maidenhead Grid
◦ County
◦ Signal Report
NVIS may be the best or only way to communicate because of the mountains. During the wildfire season please use the wilderness protocol time frames (every 3 hours starting at 7am) with the above frequencies to listen for wildfire calls that need assistance or pass along information.
Additional wildfire information may also be found on VarAC in the broadcast section on 40m, during the wildfire season. Please use alert tag "wildfires" when posting.
2 iPhone Apps Every Ham Radio Operator Needs Right Now — WSPR Watch & HamAlert | K6UDA
📱 WSPR Watch & HamAlert — 2 iPhone Apps Every Ham Needs | K6UDA Radio
Your phone can do a lot more for your ham radio operation than you think. Bob, K6UDA, demos two powerful and completely free iPhone apps that give you real-time visibility into your spots, propagation, and DX activity — right in your pocket.
🔭 APP #1 — WSPR Watch
A graphical spot viewer for WSPRnet. See exactly who’s hearing you on digital modes, on a clean visual map and table. Tap any spot to pull up the callsign on QRZ. Export your data as CSV for deeper analysis. If you run WSPR beacons and you’re still checking wsprnet.org in a browser, you’re doing it the hard way.
🔔 APP #2 — HamAlert
Never miss a DX spot again. HamAlert sends push notifications straight to your iPhone the moment a station you care about appears on the DX cluster, Reverse Beacon Network, SOTAwatch, POTA, or PSK Reporter. Set up triggers by callsign, DXCC, band, mode, CQ zone, summit, park reference — and get buzzed the second that rare DX or SOTA activator hits the air.
In this video Bob covers:
✅ WSPR Watch walkthrough — maps, tables, spot details & QRZ lookup
✅ HamAlert setup — triggers, filters, and push notification config
✅ Real-world demo of both apps in action
✅ Who these apps are for (and who can skip them)
✅ Tips for getting the most out of each app
Both apps are FREE on the App Store. No excuses.
📡 ABOUT K6UDA RADIO:
The ham radio show your mother warned you about. Elmer with attitude. Join Bob, K6UDA, based in Idaho’s Magic Valley for no-nonsense radio reviews, app demos, emergency comms, preparedness nets, and a healthy dose of edgy humor. 73!
📅 SOUTHERN IDAHO PREPAREDNESS NET:
Every Saturday at 0900 Mountain Time
K6UDA Repeater 444.500 | Hansen Butte 2M 145.170
Wires-X / YSF: Idaho Command 40448
🔗 CONNECT:
► Join as a channel member: [YOUR LINK]
► K6UDA Challenge Coin: [YOUR LINK]
► Email: k6udaradio@gmail.com
► Also on Rumble: K6UDA Guns and Ham Radio
⏱️ CHAPTERS:
0:00 – Intro: Your Phone is a Ham Radio Tool
1:30 – What is WSPR & Why It Matters
3:00 – WSPR Watch Walkthrough
7:30 – Reading the Map & Spot Data
10:00 – Exporting & Analyzing Your Data
12:30 – What is HamAlert?
14:00 – Setting Up HamAlert Triggers
18:00 – Push Notifications in Action
21:00 – Who Should Use These Apps?
23:00 – Final Thoughts & Tips
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Join me every Saturday morning at 0900 hrs mountain time for the Southern Idaho Preparedness Net. This is the net where we learn about personal preparedness for emergencies, disasters & SHTF & train to become the news, information and situational reporting sources in our communities.
Locally in the Idaho Magic Valley on the K6UDA repeater 444.500, Hansen Butte 2M 145.170 or KB7DFP 442.000. You can get on from anywhere in the world using:
Wires X: Idaho Command 40448
YSF Reflector: Idaho Command 40448
Retevis HA2 Review: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly | Honest Ham Radio Breakdown
🎙️ Retevis Ailunce HA2 Review | K6UDA Radio
Is the Retevis Ailunce HA2 the most feature-packed APRS handheld under $200? Bob, K6UDA, puts it through its paces — and gives you the honest take, including where it falls short. You’ll also get the first tour of the new and improved Studio A.
In this review you’ll see:
✅ Unboxing & first impressions
✅ Build quality & IP67 waterproofing test
✅ Bluetooth APP programming walkthrough
✅ APRS & GPS setup and on-air testing
✅ CHIRP compatibility
✅ 10-watt output & audio quality
✅ Airband reception demo
✅ Battery life & charging speed
✅ Honest verdict — who should buy it and who should pass
📻 GET THE RETEVIS AILUNCE HA2:
► Amazon: [YOUR AFFILIATE LINK]
► Retevis Direct: [YOUR LINK]
📡 ABOUT K6UDA RADIO:
The ham radio show your mother warned you about. Elmer with attitude. Join Bob, K6UDA, based in Idaho’s Magic Valley for no-nonsense radio reviews, emergency comms, preparedness nets, and a healthy dose of edgy humor. 73!
📅 SOUTHERN IDAHO PREPAREDNESS NET:
Every Saturday at 0900 Mountain Time
K6UDA Repeater 444.500 | Hansen Butte 2M 145.170
Wires-X / YSF: Idaho Command 40448
🔗 CONNECT:
► Join as a channel member: [YOUR LINK]
► K6UDA Challenge Coin: [YOUR LINK]
► Email: k6udaradio@gmail.com
► Also on Rumble: K6UDA Guns and Ham Radio
Join this channel to get access to perks:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoLhSME-yEY3PQ_Z6EC6rSw/join
Get yourself a K6UDA Challenge Coin. Email: k6udaradio@gmail.com
Join me every Saturday morning at 0900 hrs mountain time for the Southern Idaho Preparedness Net. This is the net where we learn about personal preparedness for emergencies, disasters & SHTF & train to become the news, information and situational reporting sources in our communities.
Locally in the Idaho Magic Valley on the K6UDA repeater 444.500, Hansen Butte 2M 145.170 or KB7DFP 442.000. You can get on from anywhere in the world using:
Wires X: Idaho Command 40448
YSF Reflector: Idaho Command 40448
SharkRF M1ke vs OpenSpot 4 Pro — Which One Should You Buy?
SharkRF makes two very different products — and choosing the wrong one is a costly mistake. Bob K6UDA breaks down the M1ke vs OpenSpot 4 Pro so YOU know which one fits your shack.
In this video, Bob from K6UDA Radio puts SharkRF’s two flagship products head to head:🔵 The SharkRF M1ke — a standalone Wi-Fi IP transceiver with a built-in speaker and mic. No radio needed. Connect it to your home or mobile Wi-Fi and instantly access DMR, D-STAR, C4FM (System Fusion), NXDN, EchoLink, and AllStarLink right from the device itself.🟠 The SharkRF OpenSpot 4 Pro — the gold standard in portable standalone digital radio hotspots. Pair it with any ham radio, use the free SharkRF Link app from your phone or PC, and enjoy cross-mode transcoding with up to 30 hours of battery life.Bob covers:✅ What each device is actually designed to do✅ Key differences in features, use cases, and portability✅ Who should buy the M1ke — and who should stick with the OpenSpot 4 Pro✅ Real-world pros, cons, and honest opinionsWhether you’re a digital ham looking to get on DMR without a radio, or a seasoned operator wanting the best portable hotspot available — this comparison has you covered.🔗 SharkRF Official Site: https://www.sharkrf.com🔔 Subscribe to K6UDA Radio: [YOUR SUBSCRIBE LINK]👍 Liked the video? Hit the thumbs up — it helps more hams find this channel!
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Join me every Saturday morning at 0900 hrs mountain time for the Southern Idaho Preparedness Net. This is the net where we learn about personal preparedness for emergencies, disasters & SHTF & train to become the news, information and situational reporting sources in our communities.
Locally in the Idaho Magic Valley on the K6UDA repeater 444.500, Hansen Butte 2M 145.170 or KB7DFP 442.000. You can get on from anywhere in the world using:
Wires X: Idaho Command 40448
YSF Reflector: Idaho Command 40448
Some of us "More Seasoned" Hams might actually be doing a dis service to Ham Radio and emergency communications. Here’s what you should be considering.
Join this channel to get access to perks:
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Get yourself a K6UDA Challenge Coin. Email: k6udaradio@gmail.com
Join me every Saturday morning at 0900 hrs mountain time for the Southern Idaho Preparedness Net. This is the net where we learn about personal preparedness for emergencies, disasters & SHTF & train to become the news, information and situational reporting sources in our communities.
Locally in the Idaho Magic Valley on the K6UDA repeater 444.500, Hansen Butte 2M 145.170 or KB7DFP 442.000. You can get on from anywhere in the world using:
Wires X: Idaho Command 40448
YSF Reflector: Idaho Command 40448
PocLink Ultra vs PocOne Pro: Off-Grid Communication! #shorts
PocLink’s new devices offer revolutionary communication. The Ultra works on any cellular network. The PocOne Pro connects via cellular OR Wi-Fi (like Starlink), even bridging devices across networks. #PocLink #OffGrid #Communication #Tech #Starlink
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PocLink: Ultimate Starlink Backup for Off-Grid Connection! #shorts
Never lose connection again. The new PocLink device bridges your cellphone needs with Starlink satellites, ensuring connectivity anywhere in the country or the world, even without cell towers. #PocLink #Starlink #Connectivity #TechGadgets #SatelliteInternet
PocLink Mini: Wi-Fi & Cellular Communication Anywhere! #shorts
Stay connected anywhere! This device uses cell towers or Wi-Fi, even linking to Starlink for off-grid communication. Easily switch between cellular and Wi-Fi modes. #OffGrid #Starlink #Communication #TechGadgets #Connectivity
