The Southwest Florida Tech Net Originates out of Southwest Florida and locally covers the Communities of Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Naples, Lehigh Acres, Pine Island, Sanibel Island, Captiva Island, Bonita Springs, North Fort Myers, Punta Gorda, Port Charlotte, Marco Island, Golden Gate, Immokalee, Labelle, Clewiston, Arcadia, Bokeelia, St. James City, Estero, San Carlos Park, Buckingham, and Fort Myers Beach.  We Cover the Florida Counties of Lee County, Charlotte County, Collier County, Hendry County, Glades County, and Desoto County.  Further we Cover and Want To Help and Work With Any Hams Around Florida, The United States of America, or anywhere in the World!  All Are Welcome!  

SWFL WATCH NET

Sponsored and Operated By The SWFL Tech Team

 

We are looking for Both Net Controllers and Assistant Net Controllers, as well as Alert Participants.     To Join just fill out the quick registration form.   You will be asked to what level you want to participate.   You will be asked for Email Addresses and Text Numbers / Provider Info so we can send Alerts to you!  

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There is no cost associated with membership.   

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Net Controller Requirements

• Must be able to use the 444.775 (+) 136.5 Repeater from home during Storm Conditions.    (Other Repeaters Will Be Added)

• Must be able to also monitor the 2Meter Call Channel 146.520   

• Alternate Power Available 

• Redundant Internet / Phone Capabilities

• Willingness to activate when needed

 

Other Preferred Net Controller Capabilities

• VHF/UHF Winlink

• HF Winlink

• HF Voice

• Long Term Alternate Power (Generator) 

• Storm Hardened Shack with Lightning Protection

• Skywarn Training

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SWFL Watch Net Member Requirements

• Must be able to use the 444.775 (+) 136.5 Repeater from home during Storm Conditions.  (Other Repeaters Will Be Added)

• Plan to ride out most Storms at home and want to participate in the Watch Nets

    

Other Preferred Net Controller Capabilities

• Skywarn Training

• Alternate Power Available