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Quartzfest 2027

About this event

A week of ham (amateur) radio, camping and learning on BLM land south of Quartzsite. It's also an ARRL Specialty Convention.

Expect seminars, license testing, door prizes, POTA and SOTA activations and balloon launches. There are campfire socials, a ladies' sharing circle and a guided 4x4 ride.

RVers and tent campers are welcome and no reservation is needed. Entry is a $5 donation per person. Talk-in on 146.550 MHz.

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