Overview
Learn what Tri-Cities Mesh is all about.
Welcome to Tri-Cities Mesh — an open, community-built network for the Tri-Cities area.
What is Tri-Cities Mesh?
Tri-Cities Mesh is a community-driven, off-grid communication network powered by Meshtastic.
Using small LoRa radios, it enables long-range, low-power messaging without needing cell towers, internet, or traditional infrastructure.
Our mission is simple: connect people across Kingsport, Johnson City, and Bristol—for outdoor adventures, community events, emergency preparedness, or just experimenting with mesh networking technology.
Why it matters
- Resilient: Works even when cell service or internet is down.
- Community-powered: Coverage grows as more people add nodes.
- Accessible: Low-cost radios make it easy to get started.
- Educational: A hands-on way to explore wireless networking.
It’s not meant for high-bandwidth use like streaming or calls, but it’s excellent for reliable text communication and data sharing.
What’s next?
- Getting Started: Set up your first node.
- Community: Join and connect with others.
- Coverage Map: See current node locations.