[2aberro]

Then there is Marine band, here is one that has some interesting capabilities,,, for $300.

Uniden UM625C-Grey VHF Marine Two-Way Radio

All USA, International And Canadian Marine Channels

N.O.A.A Emergency Weather Alert

GPS Enabled Cross Track Screen

GPS Enabled Electronic Compass

GPS Enabled Navigation Screen

Sunlight Viewable TFT Color Display

Large 2.2 Inch Diagonal Color Display

Glass D DSC (Digital Selective Calling) Rated

Built in 30watt 2-Zone Loud Hailer With Preprogrammed Fog Signals

Built-In Help System

Voice Scramble Capable

[meyer]

Does the marine radio band require a special license?

[mad_as_he$$]

Forget GPS. When the SHTF they will shut it down. The Military id already launching new GPS sats that will not be available to the public.