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Mulege VHF net

sd2hi - 9-15-2015 at 12:58 PM

Does anyone know if there is a gringo VHF net in Bahia de Conception? A while back a member said he monitors channel 16 in the mornings but that was a while back. Thanks

chuckie - 9-15-2015 at 01:45 PM

Yes, when gringoland is occupied...shuts down when no one is there...forget which channel

bajabuddha - 9-15-2015 at 02:01 PM

If you are there, stop in at Bertha's restaurant at Burro beach, look a couple palapas to the right and go to the one with all the antennae on the roof. That's Geary, he does a Concepcion weather broadcast every morning. It's been about 4 years since I was there, so I forgot the channel. Anyone else know it?

David K - 9-15-2015 at 02:10 PM

Quote: Originally posted by bajabuddha  
If you are there, stop in at Bertha's restaurant at Burro beach, look a couple palapas to the right and go to the one with all the antennae on the roof. That's Geary, he does a Concepcion weather broadcast every morning. It's been about 4 years since I was there, so I forgot the channel. Anyone else know it?


Geary's Live Webcam and weather station:

http://www.wunderground.com/personal-weather-station/dashboa...




mtnpop - 9-15-2015 at 03:23 PM

In town,, weekday mornings at 9:am channel 21
off all summer, will probably start up sometime in Oct...
I think there is one out at Chivato also ....

Bob and Susan - 9-15-2015 at 05:03 PM

probably the last year besides the weather

cell tower being constructed for the bay

Justbozo - 9-15-2015 at 11:31 PM

OK Bob
Would you care to share your info on the cell tower?

chuckie - 9-16-2015 at 01:09 AM

Why would that affect tthe net?

bajabuddha - 9-16-2015 at 04:46 AM

Again, the answer is YES, there is a morning net on the Bay OTHER than the one in Mulegé which nobody else seemed to read in your earlier query. It's harder to pick up because of the topography of the Bay, with points and mountains blocking reception. I picked it up in La Perla, but had a tall antenna mounted on a 16' 2x4, and then only sparsely. If you're south of Naranjo you won't get Mulegé's net at all. VHF is only line-of-site; we used it south-bay mainly for boat to camp communications. The Bahia net is spotty, not a 'check on your neighbor every morning' gig. Sorry I can't remember the channel #.

However, if you're in the 'cove' of Santispac, Posada C., and Coyote it's a good thang.

Bob and Susan - 9-16-2015 at 05:30 AM

Quote: Originally posted by Justbozo  
OK Bob
Would you care to share your info on the cell tower?



well justbozo a cell tower high on a mountain
will let cell phones work in the bay

you'll probably need to get a cell phone and telcel service first

chuckie - 9-16-2015 at 06:05 AM

Same question

Justbozo - 9-16-2015 at 07:40 AM

Bob

So you are saying that there is a tower being constructed that will serve the beach communities on Concepcion Bay.

Where is it located?

Bob and Susan - 9-16-2015 at 09:03 AM

yup...
you can see it from here...
the work building and dirt road are already in

I kinda like no phone service but like everything i'll have to adapt

the future is here

David K - 9-16-2015 at 09:06 AM

So do you think phone service will end the VHF net every morning?

Bob and Susan - 9-16-2015 at 09:16 AM

it's called "texting"

it's a addiction in the united states

the communication from person to person thru vhf will end
even the fishermen have cell phones when they are fishing

only the "old guys" will hold on to the VHF in the future

David K - 9-16-2015 at 09:20 AM

Quote: Originally posted by Bob and Susan  
it's called "texting"

it's a addiction in the united states

the communication from person to person thru vhf will end
even the fishermen have cell phones when they are fishing

only the "old guys" will hold on to the VHF in the future


Maybe because we grew up with CB Radios, and that's how we chatted with friends in the 70's?

Jack Swords - 9-16-2015 at 12:02 PM

I wouldn't get rid of the VHF radios. The past 18 years in La Paz cell phones are common among the gringo community and Mexicans alike. However, most boaters have VHF that have a range that greatly exceeds that of the cell phones when they are out of range. A nice VHF antenna on top of the mast is far more effective than a handheld's stubby antenna. Loss of power during hurricanes kills cell towers and cell phones don't work. That VHF radio still does. And... don't forget the VHF daily morning nets that many areas have to gather and broadcast information. Nothing wrong with having both, but a general broadcast on a VHF channel monitored by most people has a greater likelihood of being heard than getting a busy signal on the phone.

Bob and Susan - 9-16-2015 at 12:29 PM

for boats VHF will be out there for ALONG time...I agree
but

with this high speed internet for video calls
and up to date weater info...and bajanomad bs
and
cell service for calls

a "radio net" has a short life

don't invest in a marine radio company right now...
the world is moving way too fast

gnukid - 9-16-2015 at 12:42 PM

La Paz bay has had internet and cell service for many years and a VHF net that runs daily except sundays that provides a group interactive forum that allows for sharing of news, introductions, info to a group in a very efficient manner reaching from the Bay to people far away through forwarding of communications. The vhf network is extremely popular and successful and is not going to replaced by internet or cell since they don't work the same way. VHF is popular throughout the coast of baja and is a tool I would suggest to anyone. Bring VHF with you, it could save a life.

Jack Swords - 9-16-2015 at 01:00 PM

We travel in the "back country" with other folks in Baja. We also carry VHF handhelds for communication between each other (I know, not legal in US). Back country ranchos have VHF radios and it is easy to communicate with boats anchored offshore who generally monitor channel 16. With the number of folks who are hams, it is pretty easy to contact one who will forward a message on HF radio across to Mazatlan or Puerto Vallarta etc. for rebroadcast on their VHF net. Commonly done for missing boats, stolen boats, etc. Lots of folks listening and actively using VHF. I certainly would not want to be in trouble offshore without a VHF or HF radio. As Paul has said, take it with you, it could save a life.

Jack N1IY

Bob and Susan - 9-16-2015 at 01:20 PM

people don't use cb's...they used to

there's no more travel trailers and motorhomes like there used to be either...

once the "older generation" is too old to travel...those will be gone

all i'm saying is the world is changing...faster than you think

i'll bet a kid doesn't even know what a "radio" is...(no coaxing)
no one has a "radio" in their house

bajabuddha - 9-16-2015 at 01:40 PM

Quote: Originally posted by Bob and Susan  
people don't use cb's...they used to

there's no more travel trailers and motorhomes like there used to be either...

once the "older generation" is too old to travel...those will be gone

all i'm saying is the world is changing...faster than you think

i'll bet a kid doesn't even know what a "radio" is...(no coaxing)
no one has a "radio" in their house


At San Lucas Cove most everyone had cellphones, but we had a VHF net that EVERYONE used. You could chat back and forth with several people at the same time that you can't do on a cellphone, and it was fun to listen in on the 'boat chatter' of those out yellerin'. Also used for public announcements for the community. Do that on your smartphone.

"there's no more travel trailers and motorhomes like there used to be either... once the "older generation" is too old to travel...those will be gone" is flat BS, bob. I know you want to be the next "Mulegé Authority", but not only are you off-base, you're OFF TOPIC.

This thread was about a VHF net in Concpcion, that's why the OP made an additional thread, which pretty much got answered exept for the channel number.

Nomania strikes again.

gnukid - 9-16-2015 at 01:53 PM

Bob, VHF is a tool to monitor Baja marine/coastal group network, social, safety, fishing, racing and we encourage everyone to carry one that is waterproof and floats too. In the case of emergency it can save a life and in daily use it can save you money and time. VHF is an extremely popular tool for BCS boaters and ranchers too. Please do not make the mistake of discouraging VHF use. VHF 22 La Paz at 7am for news and 8am for "the net".

Bob and Susan - 9-16-2015 at 02:43 PM

you are right...

I always have one on the boat when it launches
its required

but for land use its "old fashin'd"

as for "chat'n" with several people on a cell phone...certainly you can do that...you better "learn" your phone

bajabuddha - 9-16-2015 at 04:01 PM

Quote: Originally posted by Bob and Susan  
you are right...

I always have one on the boat when it launches
its required

but for land use its "old fashin'd"

as for "chat'n" with several people on a cell phone...certainly you can do that...you better "learn" your phone

You too should stick to what you know....... everything.

bajabuddha - 9-16-2015 at 04:03 PM

bump

David K - 9-16-2015 at 04:23 PM

If he is over on the peninsula (his stated objective) he will have a pretty clear shot of the entire west side of the bay beach areas and Mulegé.

SFandH - 9-16-2015 at 05:24 PM

Quote: Originally posted by Bob and Susan  


cell tower being constructed for the bay



Where is it?

Will it be working soon?

chippy - 9-17-2015 at 06:12 AM

Another reason vhf isn`t going away is after the initial investment of a couple hundred dollars its FREE.

chuckie - 9-17-2015 at 06:17 AM

Pretty hard to text 4-500 people that you have some gas tanks for sale...Truckers still have CBs and use them. I have 2 radios in my home...Local farm news and events are not covered on network TV...

shari - 9-17-2015 at 07:29 AM

when we camp in the Mulege area, we always tune into that net. They announce the channel on channel 16 just before 9 in the morning and I think it was channel 21 or 22. It is a wonderful net with lots of participation with an excellent weather forecast.

While most fishermen and folk have cell phones now, they are limited in coverage as mentioned, they are often out of battery and the service falters..which is why many still have and use VHF radios especially in emergency situations like hurricanes, boat accidents etc. You may think it is outdated technology, but they save lives and are an excellent backup to the cell phone service.
If you are getting rid of your radios, we will take them off your hands as our Proteccion Civil volunteers always need more radios.

Justbozo - 9-17-2015 at 07:38 AM

Bob,

From your point of land, where is this new cell tower located on the compass?

SFandH - 9-17-2015 at 09:25 AM

Quote: Originally posted by chuckie  
Pretty hard to text 4-500 people that you have some gas tanks for sale


Good point!

You can't broadcast with a cell phone, thank goodness.

wessongroup - 9-17-2015 at 11:02 AM

Quote: Originally posted by chippy  
Another reason vhf isn`t going away is after the initial investment of a couple hundred dollars its FREE.


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