Who We Are

Supported by Hoodland Fire and Hoodland CPO, the Hoodland Emergency Communication Network (HECN) is a group of residents committed to building communications resiliency in the Mt. Hood Corridor. Using GMRS radios the group has established communications from Lolo Pass to Brightwood. To expand the range of the network they have installed repeaters donated from various sources including Portland General Electric.

HECN teaches GMRS classes in Welches. You don't need to have a radio to attend, just come and listen and learn. If you have a radio, you will need an FCC license $35 for 10 years to participate. 

The upcoming dates are listed above. Class size is limited to 10 per class. Come as often as you need to until you are comfortable with your part in the Network. The classes will be at Fairway Estates on the Golf Course.

Pick a date or two and write to the Hoodland CPO and sign up!