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.
Welcome
When extreme events - wildfires, storms, earthquakes, and more - strike our communities, staying connected can save lives. Ebbetts' Radio Safety Net (ERSN) is Highway-4's volunteer-powered emergency communications network, using GMRS radios to keep our community linked when traditional systems fail.
Latest Updates
New ERSN practice net for Murphys!
Jay will be hosting a new Wednesday 7:30 practice net on the Forest Meadows Repeater for Arnold area members.
ERSN Tech Committee - June 14th Meshtastic Meetup
Learn about Meshtastic technology at Pine Brook HOA on June 14th from 10 am to noon.
Calaveras Forest Film Festival and Forum
Join us for the Calaveras Forest Film Festival at Bret Harte Theatre on Saturday, May 31st from noon to 5 pm.
Practice Nets
Join us every Wednesday night and Saturday morning for equipment testing and community updates. All licensed operators welcome. Learn more.
| Primary Frequency: | 20RP / 462.675 MHz |
| PL/CTCSS Tone: | (Contact us for access) |
Getting Started with GMRS Radios
- 1.
Obtain your FCC GMRS license (no test required)
- 2.
Purchase a compatible radio from our recommended list
- 3.
Join our weekly practice net to learn procedures and meet members
Coverage Area
Our repeater network covers areas of the Highway-4 corridor. There are two repeaters, one on Arnold Summit and one in Murphys.