Big Bear HamEscape 2025
Join the Big Bear HamEscape, a unique, fun-filled event for amateur radio enthusiasts complete with exciting activities, informative seminars, and great networking opportunities. Get a chance to meet and greet with author Gordon West, ARRL Orange Section SM, and YLRL, and more.
Event Date, Time & Location
Friday, April 25 through Sunday, April 27, 2025 at the Holiday Inn Resort at The Village located at 40650 Village Dr.
Registration for Exhibitors, Youth, & Swap Meet Parking
Schedule of Events
Friday, April 25
8 AM - 6 PM: Registration/Packet pickup
9 AM: ARES Bootcamp and HF University w/ Bill Mader
12 PM - 5 PM: Vendors and Exhibitors
7 PM - 9 PM: Banquet
License Testing with WM7X
Saturday, April 26
7 AM - 1 PM: Registration/Packet pickup
8 - 9 AM: Continental Breakfast
9 AM - 3 PM: POTA Workshop
Meet & Greets: ARRL, YLRL, POTA Team
9 AM - 5 PM: Vendors and Exhibitors
License Testing with WM7X
Kids Zone Open
Sunday, April 27
7 AM - 1 PM: HamEscape Indoor Swap Meet
License Testing with WM7X
Meet the Experts Forum