It looks like it’s time get a ham radio. I don’t know anything about them other than you can communicate with people globally, and you need a license. I understand that you need a transceiver, an amplifier, and antenna.
Should I go with a mobile ham radio or a stationary one?
Also, what equipment do you guys recommend? I want to be able to have the ability to scale as I accumulate licenses.
Please just don't turn it on and start squaking - HAM radio guys tend to be cranky as well - the airwaves are regulated for a reason and the license is important.
However, many pedes in there...
Welcome.