Jay, K1EHZ, writes on the New England Mesh Networking mailing list:
MVARA has received a one-year extension to our ARDC grant to continue implementing a backbone microwave network linking DMR repeaters to alternate internet sites, and to interconnect emcomm-related organizations.We would like to cover more DMR repeater sites which could be a component of a project increasing interstate RF links. Currently the NH RF network connects to one site in ME (Shapleigh), and to two sites in MA (Haverhill and Westford).I wonder if there is interest among the NE Mesh Group in exploring a few more interstate RF links.For example, propagation modeling shows potential for at least one NH site to reach Mt. Wachusett. Buck Hill, RI might reach Mt. Waschusett. The Westford, MA site might also reach Mt Wachusett.It’s not clear we could have access for equipment on Mt Wachusett. It is just an example. Perhaps there are other sites that could support interstate links.If there is interest, this could be a good time for a conversation about specific sites where relationships with owners exist, or realistically could be developed soon.
Do you know a site that would allow for Interstate RF links or know someone who would allow 5.8GHz WiFi equipment to be put on Mt. Wachusett? If so, contact Jay!