Hey guys,

I am going to be visiting from Oregon and plan to stay in Hemet for at least a
week or so. I'll be splitting my time between Hemet and Escondido from 12-21
through to New Year's day. I'd love to tag along with anyone who is going to fly
around Hemet or at Torrey or wherever. Let me know if you don't mind me tagging
along.
Thanks,
Josh Sexton
541-908-0824
fallenjosh@...

Phil, Bob and I plan to drag the road up to launch and fill in the ruts.  The
path is not passable with the quads now becouse of the rain.  We could use you
help if you can lend a hand.

-Darrel

Bob and I will be there at 1 pm today.  Will stop work and fly if the wind is
strong enought.
Darrel

Sorry about the mistake, Correction

The official address is:

Soboba Soaring
1281 N. State St #A203
San Jacinto, Ca 92583

--- In sobobasoaring@yahoogroups.com, "Darrel" <flywithdarrel@...> wrote:
>
> Today I rented a mailbox from PostalAnnex for the Soboba Flyers to receive our
official mail.
>
> The official address:
>
> Soboba Flyers
> 1281 N. State St #A203
> San Jacinto Ca 92583
>
> Note: This is not a Post Office.  Use the stated address.  D0 NOT use the
words "P.O. Box".
>
> If you want to become a Founding Member mail your check for $100.00 with your
USHPA number.
>
> Remember, until we receive our Corporation papers checks have to be made out
to Darrel Wood.
>
> Darrel (951) 487-0053
>

Today I rented a mailbox from PostalAnnex for the Soboba Flyers to receive our
official mail.

The official address:

Soboba Flyers
1281 N. State St #A203
San Jacinto Ca 92583

Note: This is not a Post Office.  Use the stated address.  D0 NOT use the words
"P.O. Box".

If you want to become a Founding Member mail your check for $100.00 with your
USHPA number.

Remember, until we receive our Corporation papers checks have to be made out to
Darrel Wood.

Darrel (951) 487-0053

Doppler radar looks clear.
http://www.weather.com/weather/map/92562?from=LAPmaps&mapdest=Doppler_Radar_600_\
Mile:LAX

--- In sobobasoaring@yahoogroups.com, "Darrel" <flywithdarrel@...> wrote:
>
> Wind looks good, lots of clouds. Rain will probably hold off until later
tonight.  Dress warm.  Bob, Paul and I will be there.
>

What time? 1pm like yesterday?

Darrel <flywithdarrel@...> wrote:

Wind looks good, lots of clouds. Rain will probably hold off until later
tonight.  Dress warm.  Bob, Paul and I will be there.

Wind looks good, lots of clouds. Rain will probably hold off until later
tonight.  Dress warm.  Bob, Paul and I will be there.

Today was good Mike, plenty of lift / cloud suck around, later in the afternoon
the clouds cleared out but there was still plenty of lift if your fingers didn't
freeze off first. Joe, Paul and I all had nice flights.

--- In sobobasoaring@yahoogroups.com, Mike Kinney <michael.james.kinney@...>
wrote:
>
> What do the locals think about flying Soboba this weekend?
>
> Looks overcast, but the wind direction/speed look pretty good...
>
> -Mike
>

Yes, the wind prediction looks good both days. Probably no rain today (0-5%) but
20-40% tomorrow. The Hemet webcam paints a very gloomy and cold picture so wear
everything in your closet if you want to fly. I'll be there this afternoon
manning a shovel, but don't think I'll fly. Rod is there now with his Bobcat,
and Darrel is going to a birthday party at 2, so may be there late this
afternoon if at all. Hope he makes it over to start a "warming" fire, as we may
need it! Come to fly if you want, but the old trail is full of ruts from the
last rain.

--- In sobobasoaring@yahoogroups.com, Mike Kinney <michael.james.kinney@...>
wrote:
>
> What do the locals think about flying Soboba this weekend?
>
> Looks overcast, but the wind direction/speed look pretty good...
>
> -Mike
>

For anyone who'd like to help with the physical stuff, we'll be there at 1pm,
and Rod is there already!

As a result of our club formation meeting on November 22nd, Soboba Soaring, the
new club name, is in the process of forming a California nonprofit public
benefit corporation. There is much to be done. It will take some time for the
state of California to approve our application. We are also be forming a Chapter
under USHPA, and will be insuring our site through them. These processes must be
completed before we can open a checking account, PO box, etc. In the meantime we
need money to fund the club.

It was decided that we will offer initial membership in the club for $100, and
this group will be called the Founding Members. In the future, the Founding
Members may be granted special perks as the board sees fit, and may find their
names on a plaque. For $100, these members will have their dues paid through
April 30, 2011. Their membership cards, when issued, will bear the words
"Founding Member". After April 30, 2011, Founding Members' renewal rates will be
the same as regular membership, but the words "Founding Member" will always
appear on subsequent membership cards as long as the member remains a member of
the club in good standing, and a member of USHPA.

Regular membership will not be offered until the Corporation is establish.  It
is estimated that Regular membership will be available by May 1, 2010 at a cost
of $50.00 per year.  Founding Membership will be closed at that time.

Non members will be asked to donate a "Day Fee" of $10.00 to use the facilities.

Soboba Soaring is not responsible for transportation up the road or to the
launch at this time.  I will address this issue soon.

Requirements to fly at Soboba have not changed at this time. Paraglider pilots
who have flown Soboba and have had a site briefing and check out can continue to
fly if the conditions are not beyond their skill level.  New paraglider members
who have not flown Soboba will need a site briefing and checkout. Hang glider
pilots should check with Rod Mitchell.

In conclusion, starting now:
Founding Membership is now available until May 1, 2010. Membership is $100.
Regular membership is not available until May 1, 2010. Cost estimated at $50.00
Non members day fee - $10.
No changes to who can fly Soboba until incorporated, or until our club is
accepted into USHPA.

PS.  Until we have a bank account, you can pay cash or make your checks out to
Darrel Wood.  I will cash them and give the money to our treasurer.  If you know
how to avoid the transfer fee I will accept Pay Pal (link on our web site). If
any fees occur on this end they will be billed back to you

Yes, another 1.5-2 hours airtime today! Look for a post from the man in the moon
shortly regarding club membership.

--- In sobobasoaring@yahoogroups.com, Josh Atencio <joshua51188@...> wrote:
>
> Hey guys, it looked excellent from the pond while I fished with Grampa. I'm
glad the flying is good this time of year.  Also, I've been curious about the
progress of the club and wondered if I could be of help to anyone. I'm working
through the week, but will certainly do what I can. Let me know if I can help. 
And the picture of Darrel and the moon is truly cover page material. Credit to
the photographer!
> See you in the gaggle,
> Joshua Atencio
>
> On Dec 1, 2009, at 9:13 PM, "Darrel" <flywithdarrel@...> wrote:
>
> Another nice flying day at Soboba. Too bad if you couldn't make it. The three
of us (Paul, Bob, and I) took off around 3 pm and flew til dark, again. Gentle
ridge lift and soft thermals. Might be good tomorrow, look for a statement
around 11 am tomorrow.
>
> -Darrel
>
> --- In sobobasoaring@yahoogroups.com, pggliderpilot <no_reply@> wrote:
> >
> > Prediction looks fantastic for this afternoon (why can't this happen on the
weekends)! We'll be there about 1pm, but Rod is at the site now, so come
anytime. Dress warmly, and don't forget your gloves Paul!
> >
>

 

Another nice flying day at Soboba. Too bad if you couldn't make it. The three of us (Paul, Bob, and I) took off around 3 pm and flew til dark, again. Gentle ridge lift and soft thermals. Might be good tomorrow, look for a statement around 11 am tomorrow.

-Darrel

--- In sobobasoaring@yahoogroups.com, pggliderpilot <no_reply@...> wrote:
>
> Prediction looks fantastic for this afternoon (why can't this happen on the weekends)! We'll be there about 1pm, but Rod is at the site now, so come anytime. Dress warmly, and don't forget your gloves Paul!
>

Another nice flying day at Soboba.  Too bad if you couldn't make it.  The three
of us (Paul, Bob, and I) took off around 3 pm and flew til dark, again. Gentle
ridge lift and soft thermals.  Might be good tomorrow, look for a statement
around 11 am tomorrow.

-Darrel

--- In sobobasoaring@yahoogroups.com, pggliderpilot <no_reply@...> wrote:
>
> Prediction looks fantastic for this afternoon (why can't this happen on the
weekends)! We'll be there about 1pm, but Rod is at the site now, so come
anytime. Dress warmly, and don't forget your gloves Paul!
>

Prediction looks fantastic for this afternoon (why can't this happen on the
weekends)! We'll be there about 1pm, but Rod is at the site now, so come
anytime. Dress warmly, and don't forget your gloves Paul!

 

That is truly amazing. You should send that in to the Ushpa magazine. Would it be possible to get a full size copy?

 

Warm Regards,

 

Joe

 

From: sobobasoaring@yahoogroups.com [mailto:sobobasoaring@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Mike Kinney
Sent: Saturday, November 28, 2009 7:51 PM
To: sobobasoaring@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [sobobasoaring] Soboba 11-27 [1 Attachment]

 

 

[Attachment(s) from Mike Kinney included below]

Wow.  My aunt got this amazing photo of Darrel flying over the moon on Sunday.

 

-Mike

 

On Fri, Nov 27, 2009 at 7:27 PM, Josh Gelb <josh_gelb@yahoo.com> wrote:

 

Palomar was good today, I think you guys had better.  Since we can't land at Rincon right now, we went the other direction. Two of us landed out front by the country club, two of us landed out XC one landed at the bailout.
           Josh

 

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From: Joe Popper <jpopper@computer-gallery.com>
To: sobobasoaring@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Fri, November 27, 2009 7:06:31 PM
Subject: [sobobasoaring] Soboba 11-27

 

The conditions were epic today. The predictions were not that great, but the wind was in the right direction. It turned out to be fabulous. There was lift everywhere and you could fly as long as you liked. Check out the flight.

 

http://www.paraglid ingforum. com/leonardo/ flight/288651

 

We had about 8-10 pilots today. Hope to see you out there next time.

 

Warm Regards,

 

Joe

 

Nope! When we made the call there was lots of blue in the sky in the Hemet cam,
but it started raining shortly after 1:30. Joe left and took the rain with him,
as it soon turned blue again but no wind to soar. We ended up working on the
road going up the base of the new launch hill.

--- In sobobasoaring@yahoogroups.com, "rskeletor" <rskeletor@...> wrote:
>
> did anyone fly today ? there were lots of large clouds in the air that I could
see from my place in murrieta. didn't look all that flyable from where I was.
>
> was there much rain on the LZ ?
>
> --- In sobobasoaring@yahoogroups.com, pggliderpilot <no_reply@> wrote:
> >
> > After 2-3 hour flights yesterday, with most everyone making it to the
casino, can we handle more today? Meeting at 1:30 to find out. Come anytime if
that is not enough notice, but you may have to make your own way up to launch.
> >
>

did anyone fly today ? there were lots of large clouds in the air that I could
see from my place in murrieta. didn't look all that flyable from where I was.

was there much rain on the LZ ?

--- In sobobasoaring@yahoogroups.com, pggliderpilot <no_reply@...> wrote:
>
> After 2-3 hour flights yesterday, with most everyone making it to the casino,
can we handle more today? Meeting at 1:30 to find out. Come anytime if that is
not enough notice, but you may have to make your own way up to launch.
>

After 2-3 hour flights yesterday, with most everyone making it to the casino,
can we handle more today? Meeting at 1:30 to find out. Come anytime if that is
not enough notice, but you may have to make your own way up to launch.

It was a great day of flying, Soboba was in fine form..

I posted a couple of pics over here:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/21854190@N06/sets/72157622889853552/

I landed after 2hrs because my hands were a little cold, Paul was up for at
least 3, and it was great to see a hang glider in the air too.

rich

--- In sobobasoaring@yahoogroups.com, "Joe Popper" <jpopper@...> wrote:
>
> The conditions were epic today. The predictions were not that great, but
> the wind was in the right direction. It turned out to be fabulous. There
> was lift everywhere and you could fly as long as you liked. Check out
> the flight.
>
>
>
> http://www.paraglidingforum.com/leonardo/flight/288651
>
>
>
> We had about 8-10 pilots today. Hope to see you out there next time.
>
>
>
> Warm Regards,
>
>
>
> Joe
>