Thermal Belt
Amateur Radio Club
GMRS
The General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) is a licensed radio service. You can expect a communications range of one to twenty-five miles depending on station class, terrain and repeater use. You do not need to take a test to get your license. The license is $35 for 10 years and family members can also use it. GMRS FCC
GMRS NET
Weekly GMRS Nets
Wednesdays at 7:30 pm.
It will be a perfect opportunity to try out our radios with the new GMRS repeater.
Free Sign-up for PL tone
GMRS Highlights
By Jerry N4JBM
Role of GMRS and Ham Radio Operators
Crucial in emergencies for communication.
Licensed by FCC, operate on designated frequencies.
Importance During Disasters
Fill gaps when traditional channels fail.
Provide real-time communication for vital information.
Versatility and Resilience
Ham Radio: Long-distance communication, coordinating relief efforts.
GMRS: Short-range communication, frontline responders in local areas.
Community Preparedness Initiatives
Offer training on radio usage and emergency protocols.
Build a network of skilled individuals for rapid mobilization.
Recognition and Support
Efforts to enhance capabilities and promote interoperability.
Acknowledgment of their invaluable contributions during crises.
For more information contact: Jerry N4JBM
n4jbm@outlook.com - 864-978-1347
GMRS Sign-UP
Great Information to get license for GMRS:
https://mygmrs.com/help/get-gmrs-license
After receiving your GMRS license callsign create your free account with myGMRS.com - Create Account
Lookup TBARC under repeaters and ask for permission to get the PL tone and information to use the clubs GMRS Repeater:
For more information contact: Jerry N4JBM
n4jbm@outlook.com - 864-978-1347
Contributions to the TBARC Repeater Maintenance Fund may be made by mailing a check for any amount you wish to the TBARC address and note on the check that it is for the repeater fund. Any financial help would be most appreciated. Remember that this repeater becomes an emergency communication repeater for all of Polk & Rutherford Counties, Upper Spartanburg and NW Greenville SC Counties during really bad weather. Also, if you monitor the repeater we simulcast over our repeater any Weather Warnings that the Greenville Weather Service at the GSP Airport issues for this area.