Go Off-Grid with the Porter County Amateur Radio Club and Northwest Indiana Mesh Network!
Join us for our monthly meeting as we dive into the world of Meshtastic, the decentralized, license-free communication network that’s growing across Northwest Indiana.
Whether you’re a seasoned ham or have never touched a radio in your life, this presentation is for you. You do NOT need an amateur radio license to use Meshtastic or to attend this meeting.
Event Details
What’s the Buzz About?
Meshtastic uses long-range (LoRa) radio technology to send text messages and GPS data from device to device. Because it’s a mesh, every person that joins strengthens the network for everyone else.
At this presentation, we’ll cover:
- Meshtastic 101: What it is and how it works without cell towers or Wi-Fi.
- Hardware Show & Tell: See the tiny, low-power devices that make the magic happen.
- Coverage Across NWI: Check out the local map and see how we’re connecting Valparaiso and beyond.
Why it Matters:
From emergency prep to hiking and community privacy, learn why this is the fastest growing hobby in radio.
The Best Part?
Since Meshtastic operates in the 900MHz ISM band, it’s open to the public. It’s the perfect bridge between the world of amateur radio and everyday tech enthusiasts.
Come for the tech, stay for the community. We hope to see you Friday!