Keeping Our Community Connected
When traditional systems fail during wildfires, storms, or earthquakes, our volunteer radio network maintains vital communication links.
For emergencies, always call 911 first. If phone lines are down, learn how to get help.
Join the Net
Get your GMRS license and radio to join our emergency communications network.
Get Started GuidePrepare for Disasters
Learn how to prepare your family and property for wildfires, earthquakes, and power outages.
Emergency PreparationGRMS Practice Nets
Join us for weekly equipment testing and community updates. All licensed operators welcome.
Latest Updates
Calaveras County Ratifies State of Emergency After Winter Storm
The Calaveras County Board of Supervisors unanimously ratified a local state of emergency following the severe winter storm that brought heavy snow, downed trees, and widespread power outages to the Arnold, Dorrington, Avery, and West Point areas.
Storm Updates: Arnold Summit Repeater & Road Conditions
Ongoing updates on the Arnold Summit repeater outage, road conditions, and net operations. Hwy 4 has reopened but many roads remain unplowed and trees continue to fall. Members with programmed radios should use simplex channels for check-ins.
Forest Meadows repeater restored
The Forest Meadows repeater serving the Arnold and Murphy's area is back online and operational.
Winter Storm Warning: Heavy Snow Through Friday
A significant winter storm will bring 4 to 8 feet of snow above 5,500 feet through Friday evening. Travel is strongly discouraged and power outages are expected.
FireWise Calaveras Festival
Join us at the FireWise Calaveras Festival on November 1st at Angels Camp Fairgrounds for demonstrations, exhibits, and information about home defense.
Coverage Area
Our repeater network covers areas of the Highway-4 corridor. There are two repeaters, one on Arnold Summit and one in Murphys.