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Upcoming Radio Events in SoCal:

(save the dates and RSVP!)

Radio Operator Volunteers Needed

OC Special Olympics Event


November 14-15

(several shifts, times and options)

For those interested in supporting the Special Olympics, please visit the website listed below. Your participation and support are greatly appreciated and help make a meaningful difference in the lives of so many athletes. Thank you all for your continued generosity and commitment to our community.

If you have already volunteered by email, we kindly ask that you also complete your registration through the website below. This will help the organization maintain an accurate volunteer roster and ensure all volunteers are properly accounted for in one centralized system. Thank you again for your willingness to serve and support this incredible cause.

Use the link below (the QR is not working.)

scran.org/special-olympics-fall-2026

When you go on the site scroll down and you will see contact us. When you get to the contact form type your name, call sign GMRS or HAM. If you can volunteer one day or both please specify that. You can Also mention you're from MCRC.



Recurring MCRC Weekly Radio Events

  • Mesa Bravo "Morning Brew" Weekdays 4-8am & Sat 7-9am
  • Mesa Crest (Alpha) Net - Wednesdays 6pm
  • Mesa Bravo Net - Thursdays 6pm
  • Mesa Charlie Net - Fridays 6pm
  • Mesa Tumbleweed Net - Saturdays 11am
  • MCRC DMR (Amateurs Only) 'Round Table' - Saturdays 8pm


Popup Simplex Nets

Keep an eye on our Facebook page for popup simplex nets.

MCRC Discord Channel

In an effort to create more options for our members to connect and get answers to tech questions, we've set up a Discord channel for member communications. Discord is an online text forum & voice chat application for your computer or phone. It's a great place to get club announcements and tech help in a chat format.

If you DO NOT ALREADY HAVE A DISCORD APP installed on your computer or mobile device... click here first to download and install it. Set up your user account... and then use the invite link below.

If you're ALREADY A USER OF DISCORD you can use this link to request access to the MCRC group: request member access to MCRC Discord Channel

MCRC P25 Talkgroup Reflector

The Club's official P25 Talkgroup Reflector is now live. [MCRC P25 CHAT]

This is a gateway only (for now) Talkgroup for P25 digital mode. Again this is for club members who hold a valid amateur license. You have to update your Pi/MMDVM/WPSD hot spot with the latest hostfile to see the Club's Talkgroup from the drop down menu. For those who are using any other gateway. The Club's P25 Talkgroup is 5945.

You can search this link: list of P25 Talkgroups. Hope to see you on the dashboard and hear from you soon.

MCRC DMR Talk Group

Mesa Crest Repeater Club is proud to announce a new way to chat for those members who are licensed Amateur Radio Operators (This only avaliable to ham operators), have a DMR radio, and some sort of gateway via hotspot.

MCRC Chat is hosted on the AmComm network and is available to members. To get the setup information please contact our Tech Support team using the contact form on this website.

Join The Mesa Crest Repeater Club

Where Community Meets Communication!

Looking for a welcoming, family-oriented Club with serious coverage and serious heart? The Mesa Crest Repeater Club is proud to operate seven high-performance GMRS repeaters that span nearly all of Southern California — from the mountains to the coast to the desert, we’ve got you covered.

Why Join Us?

Access to our club‑operated GMRS repeaters in socal is available through club membership. Your annual dues of just $65 enables repeater maintenance, upgrades, and scheduled community events. We provide a supportive environment for all ages and experience levels, opportunities to learn, connect, and serve — whether you're a seasoned operator or just starting out.

We’re Family-Oriented

That means we keep conversations respectful and inclusive — we welcome all generations No profanity, political debates, or religious discussions — we strive to be a neutral space for everyone from all walks of life Be kind, be helpful, and remember: someone’s child or grandparent might be listening One repeater request is all it takes to get started once you're a member. From there, you’ll have access to our full system and a community that’s as passionate about radio as it is about people. Come for the coverage — stay for the camaraderie. We’d love to have you on the air with us!

Instructions to apply for membership can be found on our How To Get Started Page.



MCRC USA Zello Channel

We're excited to announce that we've set up a Zello channel to make club communications easier and more accessible.
To get started:

  • Download the Zello app on your smartphone
  • Create a user accont on Zello (free) not the subscrition one)
  • Please include your GMRS or Amateur Radio call sign in your Zello profile/contact description so other members can easily identify you
  • Search for and join the "MCRC USA" channel (note the space)

Zello is a push-to-talk comms app that works anywhere you have an internet connection. It's a great way to stay connected whether you're at home, traveling, or on the go. If you prefer dedicated hardware, Zello also supports compatible push-to-talk radios.

We're always looking for new ways to keep our members connected, no matter where we are on this beautiful planet. In the near future, we'll also be opening our Zello channel to non-MCRC members from around the country, giving us an opportunity to meet fellow radio enthusiasts, share ideas, and make new friends.

We hope you'll join us on MCRC USA. It should be a lot of fun, and we look forward to hearing you on the channel!

MCRC MeshCore

An official MCRC MeshCore thread has been posted on the club's MyGMRS discussion forum. Check out all the details including info for joining the official MCRC MeshCore channel. You can also post questions about this exciting new communications technology.

MCRC Pullover Hoodies Available!

We have a limited run of club hoodies available NOW! Price is $55 each. To secure yours: send an EMAIL to PURCHASE@MCRCSOCAL.COM
please include:

  • Your name and/or Callsign
  • How many mens (with pouch)
  • How many womens (w/o pouch)
  • Sizes of each
  • Free pick up at next event or $10 shipping

Photo Gallery of Inland Empire Meet and Greet at Mars Brewing Co.
Photo Gallery of our Day at the Beach event

Five Newest Members:

'Joseph E. 529' - El Cajon

'Kristopher 345' - La Mirada

'Cody 774' - Temecula

'Steven 822' - Downey

'Erik 586' - Ladera Ranch

Our Member's Top 5 Cities:

Riverside - 30

Apple Valley - 19

Huntington Beach - 18

Anaheim - 17

Los Angeles - 16

Active Member Count:


659 Active
GMRS Members!


(46.7% are also hams)