Welcome to Tri-Cities MeshCore
Join our community LoRa mesh network built on MeshCore - an open-source alternative to Meshtastic. Connect with neighbors through long-range, low-power radio without relying on internet or cellular infrastructure.
Get ConnectedWhat is MeshCore?
MeshCore is open-source firmware for LoRa radio devices that creates multi-hop mesh networks. Messages relay through intermediate nodes to reach distant locations - no internet required.
Learn More →Off-Grid Communication
Communicate freely without cellular networks or internet. Perfect for emergencies, outdoor activities, and building community resilience. LoRa signals can reach miles in the right conditions.
Join the Network
Get a compatible LoRa device, flash the MeshCore firmware, and start communicating. We'll help you with hardware selection and setup.
Get Started →Why MeshCore?
MeshCore provides long-range, decentralized communication using affordable LoRa radio hardware:
- Long Range: LoRa signals can travel miles with line-of-sight, much farther than WiFi or Bluetooth
- No Infrastructure: Works completely off-grid - no internet, cellular service, or power grid needed
- Low Power: Battery-operated nodes can run for weeks or months on a single charge
- Open Source: Free firmware compatible with Meshtastic hardware - switch between systems anytime
- Community Built: Locally owned infrastructure controlled by participants, not corporations