Tag: South Jersey
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Ham Radio for Emergencies: How Hams Help When Phones Go Down
When cell towers and internet fail, ham radio keeps working. Here is how hams support emergency communications in coastal South Jersey, and how you can prepare before the next storm. Read more
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Ham Radio vs. GMRS vs. CB: Which Is Right for You?
CB needs no license, GMRS needs no test, and ham radio needs an exam. Here is how the three compare on licensing, range and cost, and why many South Jersey families end up choosing ham radio. Read more
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Listen to Ham Radio Online Free: Our Live SDR Receiver Explained
No license and no radio needed. Here is how to listen to ham radio online for free, what an SDR actually is, and how to use ACURA’s live HF receiver. Read more
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How to Get Your Ham Radio License in New Jersey (Step-by-Step)
From your first practice test to your first call sign, here is the step-by-step path to a ham radio license in New Jersey, with local testing in Atlantic County. Read more
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Best Beginner Ham Radios in 2026: What to Buy First
A handheld, a mobile rig or an HF radio? Here is how to choose your first beginner ham radio in 2026, with practical advice from ACURA members in South Jersey. Read more
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A Ham Radio Club South Jersey Can Count On
Sometimes the cell network is overloaded. Sometimes a storm has knocked out power, or a neighbor simply needs a clear answer over the air. At those moments, a ham radio club South Jersey operators trust becomes more than a hobby group. It is a place to practice, ask questions, make friends, and build the communication… Read more