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.
I always preferred mobile (handheld) but right now I’d also be uncomfortable blurting out my call sign on the airwaves. You never know who's listening and making lists. I’d say CB or perhaps just using the airwaves and using some dead persons call sign if you have something you need to be protected while saying.