Things You'll Need:
- Deep-cycle Battery
- 12-V Battery Chargers
- Antenna Coaxes
- Dipole Antennas
- Dual Headphones Ham Radio Accessories
- Ground Wires
- Shortwave Radio Receivers
- Copper Rods
- UTC Clocks
- Aluminum Push-up Pole
- Cable Ties
- Copper Wire
- Electric Drill/assorted Bits
- Electrical Testers
- Soldering Guns/irons
- Wire Nippers
- Wire-insulation Strippers
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Step 1
Consider installing an outdoor dipole antenna for good reception under all conditions.
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Step 2
Turn on your shortwave radio when you hear word of a political crisis or a natural disaster.
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Step 3
Tune in the major broadcasters like BBC, VOA, and Radio Netherlands for first-hand accounts and the latest word.
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Step 4
Tune around various bands at random times.
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Step 5
Check your frequency lists to find broadcasters in the affected area.
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Step 6
Check your frequency lists for frequencies normally used for military communications.
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Step 7
Tune ham radio frequencies. During crises, ham radio operators in affected areas sometimes try to relay important information.
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Step 8
Trade information with fellow participants in SWL e-mail discussion lists and SWL clubs.
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Step 9
Keep a log of stations heard during the crisis for ready reference.
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Step 10
Remember to account for the time differential.
