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Time Marches On
Somehow it’s been over five months since my last update. Well, that’s only somewhat true. It’s been over five months since my last NEW update. However, there have been updates. About 490 of them. And I would’ve much rather have not made them. Not too long ago, it was broughtRead More …
All Good Things
The last time I posted an update I was basking in the glory of my first significant thermal flight. The memories of that flight have not faded nor have they been surpassed. However, I’ve managed to get in the air three more times since that flight and while there wasRead More …
Worth The Wait
After patiently – and not-so-patiently – putting in time since my last flight (i.e. 12 days ago), today began with what looked like a promising day for flying. The winds had calmed down. The sun was shining. And the midday temperatures were expected to be in the low-to-mid 20s (that’sRead More …
Up Where We Belong
Today started with another nice sunrise accompanied by more not so nice winds. Somewhat strong winds on the ground and somewhat stronger winds aloft meant there would be no flying this morning. However, all hope was not lost. The forecast called for the winds to calm down later in theRead More …
Let There Be Lift
After yesterday’s day on the creek in Juniper Springs, today the focus returned to the sky with the hope of being able to soar in it. The forecast predicted favourable flying conditions and that was in fact what we got. Good news for solo pilots and those coming here forRead More …