Contacting a yacht on IJsselmeer (Netherlands)
I'm going on a long sailing trip in Netherlands. I would like my family to be able to contact me in case of an emergency, but we'll be outside of mobile network range most of the time.
Along the German coast, the DP07 network can send out your messages on VHF against a fee, but does something similar exist in Netherlands? It seems that Scheveningen Radio used to be a thing, but I can't find any information on other private VHF stations.
Edit: I went there and it had solid 3G coverage at all times, including along the western Northern Sea coast
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I looked up the GSM coverage map from KPN - the former state telephone company - and virtually all of the IJsselmeer is covered according to that on 4G. Can't tell from experience though but I'd gather you'd be in range on nights anyway. The IJsselmeer is large but not huge.
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What you are probably looking for is a satellite two way messenger like an inReach or to rent a satellite phone. The two way messenger will allow you to send both text messages and coordinates, and the inReach at least can be set to send up a message with your position every so often, and then your family will be able to track your route online.
You don't want a PLB as they are only good in an emergency and from a purchasing standpoint, a satellite phone will be much more expensive. Depending on how often you plan to do this would be the deciding factor in purchasing a two way messenger or renting a sat phone.
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