Critical Mass Goal: 50 Members by August 2026

We attempted this vision five years ago and fell short. But the need has never been greater—wildfires, hurricanes, grid failures, and cyberattacks prove that internet-dependent communications aren’t enough.

This time, we’re not starting until we have commitment from 50 participants.

✉ Sign up now – No commitment until we reach 50 members

📋 Receive updates – Technical roadmap, regulatory progress, and launch timeline

🤝 Join the planning – Help shape network design before we apply for experimental licensing

When we hit 50 members, we’ll:

File FCC Part 5 experimental license application
Establish technical working groups
Launch pilot relay stations in interested regions
Begin quarterly emergency communications drills
Publish open-source gateway software

Don’t let this network die again. Be one of the 50.

Sign Up To Be A Founding Member

Please complete this form and we will review your membership application.

Basic Information

Which best describes you? (Required)
Licensed Ham Radio OperatorIoT Developer/Maker/Tech EnthusiastSTEM Educator/TeacherStudent/Student GroupEmergency Management ProfessionalOther

Please specify:

First name (Required)

Your Last Name (Required)

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City (Required)

State/Province (Required)

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Zip/Postal Code

Ham Radio Experience & Capabilities

Callsign (Required)

License Class

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TechnicianGeneralExtra

Years Licensed

Select durationless than 5 yearsless than 10 yearsMore than 10 years

Current Equipment (Check all that apply)
VHF/UHF base stationHF stationDigital modes capability (Winlink, APRS, FT8, etc.)Packet radio/BBS experienceMesh networking (AREDN, Broadband-Hamnet)Raspberry Pi or similar SBCOther

Technical Skills (Check all that apply)
Linux/command lineProgramming (Python, JavaScript, C/C++)Network administrationRF engineeringAntenna design/constructionElectronics/soldering

Emergency Communications Experience (Check all that apply)
ARES/RACES memberEmergency Communications (EmComm) OperatorNo formal experience but interestedOther

Number of EmComm Deployments

Relay Station Capability (Check all that apply)
I can host a relay station at my locationI have reliable power/backup powerI have internet for monitoring (not required for operation)I'm interested but need equipment guidance

Time Commitment (Check all that apply)
Can monitor/maintain relay stationAvailable for quarterly emergency drills (4 hours/quarter)Can participate in technical developmentCan mentor new operators/studentsCan contribute documentation

IoT Experience & Capabilities

Current IoT Projects (Check all that apply)
Environmental sensors (temp, humidity, air quality)Weather stationsWater level/flood monitoringAgricultural/soil sensorsHome automationSecurity/motion detectionOther

IoT Technologies Used (Check all that apply)
LoRa/LoRaWANWiFi (ESP8266, ESP32)ZigbeeBluetooth/BLECellular IoTOther

Technical Skills (Check all that apply)
Arduino/microcontroller programmingRaspberry Pi/LinuxPythonMQTT protocolAPI developmentElectronics/circuit design3D printing/enclosure design

Use Cases – What types of sensors would you want to connect?

Ham Radio Interest (Required)
I already have a ham licenseI'm interested in getting licensedI prefer to contribute IoT devices only (no license needed)

Your Callsign:

Time Commitment (Check all that apply)
Can deploy test sensorsAvailable for quarterly network testsCan contribute to gateway software developmentCan write technical documentationCan present at maker fairs/conferences

Educational Program Details

Organization Type (Required)
High SchoolCollege/UniversityMakerspace4-H/ScoutingCommunity CollegeOther

Organization Name

Your Role
Teacher/InstructorProgram DirectorClub AdvisorAdministratorOther

Grade/Age Range

Approximate Number of Students

Current STEM Programs

Existing Resources (Check all that apply)
Electronics lab/equipment3D printersRaspberry Pi/Arduino kitsRadio equipmentLicensed ham radio club/membersMakerspace/workshopGrant funding potential

Curriculum Integration – Which subjects/programs could integrate this project? (Check all that apply)
Physics/ElectronicsComputer Science/ProgrammingEngineering/RoboticsEmergency ManagementEnvironmental ScienceAfter-school clubOther

Timeline Interest (Required)
Ready to start this academic yearPlanning for next academic yearExploring for future implementation

Support Needed (Check all that apply)
Curriculum materialsEquipment recommendations/sourcingHam radio mentor matchingGrant application assistanceProfessional development/teacher trainingStudent licensing support

Student Information

Grade Level or Academic Standing

School/Organization Name

Are you part of an existing club or group? (Required)
Yes – Robotics/Engineering clubYes – Amateur radio clubYes – Makerspace/HackerspaceYes – Other clubNo – Individual student

What interests you most about this project? (Check all that apply)
Learning about radio technologyBuilding IoT sensorsProgramming and softwareEmergency preparednessGetting a ham radio licenseScience fair projectOther

Do you have any prior experience with: (Check all that apply)
Arduino/microcontrollersProgramming (any language)Electronics/solderingAmateur radioNone – but eager to learn!

Adult Sponsor/Teacher Contact (if applicable)

Sponsor Email

Emergency Management Details

Agency/Organization

Your Role/Title

Jurisdiction (City/County/State)

Areas of Interest (Check all that apply)
Backup communications infrastructureIoT sensor integration with EOCAmateur radio coordinationCommunity resilience planningTraining and exercisesGrant opportunities

Current Amateur Radio Integration (Required)
We have active ARES/RACES programWe work with ham operators informallyInterested but no current programNot applicable

How could this network serve your jurisdiction?

Commitment & Expectations

Understanding the Project (Required – Check all)
I understand this is an experimental network requiring FCC licensingI understand we need 50 committed members to proceedI understand there is no cost obligation at this timeI understand I'll be notified when we reach critical mass

What excites you most about this project? (Required)

What concerns or questions do you have? (Optional)

How did you hear about EmergencyHam.net? (Required)
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