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JUMP KITS. “Getting the message through”. GABEARS. Whatsajumkit?. ?. a.k.a. “Jump Kit” a.k.a. “Go Kit”
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JUMP KITS “Getting the message through” GABEARS
Whatsajumkit? ? • a.k.a. “Jump Kit” • a.k.a. “Go Kit” • Definition: “A preplanned list, packages, and vehicle containing personal needs and personally owned mission resources necessary to accomplish communication objectives in a disaster area.” • Or: All the stuff you’ll need and a way to get it there
Whyajumkit? • Terry Jones’ Prophetic Challenge – 2005 • Individual self-sufficient jump kit • Complement 14-C unit • Less dependence on 14-C unit • The Pascagoula Experience • Communicators separated from unit • No telephone, cell phone, or internet service • No VHF/UHF Contact with W4CBA unit in Lucedale or area repeaters • No HF radio • Divine Intervention • A New Resolve
Inajumkit • PERSONAL ITEMS (Covered in Phase I) • DOCUMENTATION (Covered in Phase I) • ID and Personal Emergency Information • Contact Lists (Names, Phone Numbers) • Radio Manuals • Frequency lists (Repeater Directory) • Ham license • GABEARS Communication Manual
Inajumkit (more) • SUPPLIES • Message Forms • Log Sheets • Note Pads • Dry Erase Board & Markers
Inajumkit (more) • RADIOS AND COMMUNICATIONS GEAR • Dual Band Mobile: Gain Antenna, Crossband Repeat, Mic, Power Cord • Dual Band HT: Antennae, Batteries, Charger, Belt Clip, Headphone/Mic • HF: Mic, Antennae, Tuner, Amp, Coax, Power Cord) • Winlink 2000: TNC, laptop, printer, cables • Packet, APRS: TNC, laptop, cables • Cell Phone • CB • FRS/GMRS
Inajumkit (more) • ACCESSORIES AND TOOLS • DC Power Source (Batteries, Distribution Panel) • Battery Charger • Solar Panels • Emergency Generator, fuel, and oil • Antenna Analyzer • Antenna Switch • Spare Coax • Flashlight and Spare Batteries • Extension Cords • Multimeter
Inajumkit (more) • Mast, Guy Ropes, Anchors • Coax Connectors and Adapters • Wire and Nylon Cord • Anderson Power Poles • Slingshot, Fishing Line, Weights, Rope • Pocket Knife • Soldering Iron, Solder • Tools (screwdrivers, pliers, stripper, measuring tape) • Tape (electrical, duct) and Cable Ties • Shelter, Table, Chairs • Ground Rod and Strap
Jumkit Sermonette: PC4 • Plan the contents of your jump kit. • Prepare checklists; study suggested lists: • Georgia Bears Communications Manual • ARRL Course EC-01 • Pack carefully: FOLI (first out; last in) • Pray constantly
Jumkit Cliches • “Be Prepared” • “It’s better to have it and not need it than to need it and not have it.” • “Be the best that you can be” – in God’s Army.
JUMKIT PHILOSOPHY “Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before….” (Philippians 3:13)
JUMKIT NEEDS • Information: • We need your ideas and suggestions on what works best. • Antennae • Power supplies • Modes, methods, and equipment • We need your knowledge on how to do things
JUMKIT NEEDS • Standardization: • Standard capabilities; not standard equipment. • Dual Band VHF/UHF • HT • Mobile • Winlink 2000 • APRS/Packet • Standard methods and procedures
JUMKIT NEEDS • Participation: • A few GABEARS communicators for an ad hoc committee to develop standards. • Communicators who can and will commit to the development of Jump Kits. INVITATION TIME