HGFA Skysailor Magazine

SKY SAILOR 7 May | June 2019 get away from launch, as well as bring a few safety and comfort related items. We plan to all meet at the designated camp ground later in the day, after flying, and make camp with our equipment. The extra gear carried in the car includes firewood, BBQ food and refreshments to ensure everyone involved has a fun and positive experience, as well as things such as tarps, tents, first aid kits and other items that may be needed if a participants equipment isn’t up to scratch. The following day will include a small hike to the nearest launch and a flight back to the origin. This trip will also be a great opportunity for everyone to see and experience how others live and operate with their own unique set-ups, and give participants ideas on how things can be done better, as well as share the not-so-good things in an environment that is fairly inert. Of course, there are tons more considerations that one can go into, but this article lightly addresses those I have experienced to be commonly shared issues. It goes without saying that everyone will have different thoughts and ideas on the subject, and that is what makes it all the more interesting and fun, especially when done as a group of like-minded people. Getting into the Vol Biv scene doesn’t have to be complex or expensive, and plenty of great adventures can be had right on our own door step if you are open minded enough to work outside of the stereotype. Safe flying in fair skies and see you at base – or some out of the way camp site. Photos: Courtesy Malcolm Hughson