Repeater Access (simple question)

[RedFive]

Hi all,

Just got my GMRS license and fairly new at this so forgive this silly question:  if a repeater is indicated as a TYPE "Open Source", do I still need to request access?

 

Thanks,

RobP (WSFR422)

[OffRoaderX]

Generally, no, especially if the tones are posted in the listing.
OTOH, it does not hurt to request access... OTOOH, you could just start using it and if the repeater-owner asks you to stop, then, stop.

[Guest]

It’s a curtesy but no not really just key up announce your self and say hello.  See how it goes. 

[RedFive]

got it!  Thank you!