Clinics and Workshops 2021

Pioneer Days Fly In: July 22rd -24th, 2021:

Completed: We had 28 pilots at the Pioneer Days Fly-In and actually flew on the evening of the fireworks this year. The bugrers were great and we had some nice flights over the fly-in days.
Spend time with us in Central Utah, soaring Cove Mountain and flying in together at sunset, enjoying hamburgers at the park as we watch the fireworks. The 6000-foot butter smooth morning sledder from Monroe Peak, then the pancake breakfast at the park and the parade. The Pioneer Days Fly In combines flying from world class sites, with a hometown celebration. Fun for the whole family. For anyone looking to come join us the things you should know include the following: Meetings will be at the Canyon View Flight Park (215 East 800 South, Monroe Utah) at 7:30 am on the 22nd and 23rd. Afternoon meeting will be at the Canyon View Flight Park at 4:30 pending over-development. On the 24th we will meet at the Lions park (50ish North Main street, Monroe) for breakfast at 7:30 am and then fly. Cost will be $50 for the three day event or $35 for the 24th only.

check here for Monroe City's other activities and join in the fun.

Red Rocks Fall Fly In: Sept 27-Oct 2, 2021;
Get on the Facebook Page for daily updates: 
Ok here are the details for the Fly In.
Where * Monroe Utah. Morning meetings 8:30 AM. Landing Zone 201 East. 800 South. Monroe. Afternoon presentations 2:00 PM Quality Center 540 S Main Richfield. Evening Presentations 8:00 PM. Monroe City Park (Across from Bullies) Main St. Monroe. Rides to Launch will be leaving from the new Canyon View LZ.  201 East. 800 South.  Evening registrations pick up, 8:00 PM. Quality Center 540 South Main Richfield. starting Tuesday Sept 21st
When *September 27-Oct 2 2021
Why * Because flying Paragliders and Hang gliders is awesome. 
Who * Paragliders and Hang gliders from all over the world. 325 pilots this year. 
How much * $95.00 for the whole week. Plus $15.00 per ride up the mountain to give to the driver for Cove and Monroe Peak.  ($30.00 per ride and retrieve to Mt Edna)
EXCITING EXTRAS FOR THIS YEAR’S FLY IN. 
*Fall in Central Utah is beautiful time to fly, and Cove Mountain, Monroe Peak and Mt Edna provide free flight opportunities that appeal to p-2’s and every ability level up to “go big or go home” xc pilots. It is no wonder that so many flyers want to taste the Red Rocks Family experience. To accommodate and keep the friendly, helpful, welcoming attitude that Red Rocks is known for, we will have the Red Rocks booklet, and the coveted Red Rocks t-shirt available the week before and the week after the Fly In.
*Some exciting news, Monroe City has made some improvements to the Landing Zone. Including an improved parking area that does not interfere with the Hang glider approach.  a sprinkler system and grass to land on, and permanent bathroom facilities. The National Forest has given CUASA permission to remove some Juniper trees and expand the South and West Launch areas on Cove. We have enough room on both launches for 6 lanes of gliders.
Thanks to the vision and efforts of Gavin McClurg and the other top hike and fly pilots in the country the X- Red Rocks, hike and fly competition, will be held in conjunction with the Fall Fly In, Sept 30- Oct 2 there will be a $5000.00 purse to the winner.
Pizza Hut has signed on as a sponsor of the Red Rocks and will have a Booth at the Landing zone serving mouth watering pizza at great prices.
*X Alp Legend and Cloudbase Mayhem podcast author, Gavin McClurg will be here, directing the first major Hike and Fly competition in this country, the X Redrocks, and making a presentation,
*Thermal Clinic with paragliding Yoda, Ken Hudonjorgenson. He will also be making an evening presentation.
*Torrey Pines equipment expert, Max Marion. will be here doing reserve repack clinics every day.
*Monday evening at the City Park at 7:00 the community will join us, free cobbler and ice cream, will be served. Lindsey Ripa and Stacy Whitmore will make a presentation on involvement and cooperation between communities and flyers.
*Tuesday evening at the City Park at 7:00 PM. A free sloppy joe dinner compliments of There will be drawings for free prizes. These local realtors really support free flight and want to find you a place to land. Then we will have exciting presentations from Nik Hawks developer of the new Helium Tracking system developed especially for free flyers which is being unveiled at the Red Rocks and Gavin McClurg will give us a rundown on how the XRedrocks will run.
* Wednesday evening: *When Pigs start to fly https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrs6hYqxZgQ Steve Mayer Cloud 9 owner and paragliding legend, the first human to fly a Harley will be making the evening presentation.
*Thursday evening: Ken Hudonjorgenson  Ken is a highly respected and world-renowned pilot with exceptional skill and experience. And Ken is a revered educator, admirably esteemed for his extraordinary insight and understanding of all realms of paragliding proficiency. Serious students from around the globe regularly seek his acclaimed and thorough teaching style, and are always charmed by his genuine friendliness, gentle demeanor, and positive outlook. Ken is presently the senior paragliding instructor at The Point of the Mountain in Draper, Utah
*  Friday Evening: Tyler Burns, Darren Ve, and Carl Marvin will make a presentation on flying 200K on a B wing from personal experience.
*James Elliot paragliding instructor extraordinaire will be doing a clinic for mapping out a paragliding plan, to fulfil your flying dreams.
*JD Mallory site pioneer will be doing a clinic with videos on how to pioneer new sites.
*Levi Pendleton, outdoor expert, and wilderness first responder will be doing a clinic on Paragliding first aid.
*Clinics/Presentations/Q and A every Afternoon at the quality Center, and every evening at the Monroe City Park.
*Weather God and World traveler Jonathan Leusden and his weather team, will be helping us with our weather
*Opportunities to sign up for flights at Mt. Edna and clinics with Ken Hudonjorgenson (Thermal) and Max Marion (Reserve repack).
Plus all the great things you have come to expect at the Red Rocks.
* Interesting culinary experiences that can only be perused in Monroe. Your 2021 entry in the Red Rocks Fall Fly In includes certificates for free or discounted meals at 7 unique and unforgettable restaurants including, all you can eat pizza and salad bar at Lotsa Motsa Pizza, The Pilots Special at Bullies Drive in Monroe, The Pilots special at Sandy's Drive Inn,  The Burger and fries at Green Valley Gas. The amazing sack lunch from G G’s Market in Monroe. The preceding are all free meals just for signing up for the “Red Rocks” . We also have coupons for discounts at the amazingly fresh Mexican food at Richfield's Taco Time. The delicious Chinese and American dishes at South China Café, and the mouthwatering entrees at Steves Steak House.
Maps to all the important pilot places.
The booklet – an organized place to keep info about the Red Rocks including new maps and launch info important Phone numbers and of course the food coupons.
I cannot recommend Ken’s and Max’s clinics highly enough. If you want to fly high and fly safe don’t miss this opportunity.
Organizational Information with the one and only Judy Whitmore and her capable assistant Jeff Parker, 435-893-1880 Text her to be put on the email list and on “WhatsApp” which is the communications app we will be using. WhatsApp also has GPS software which can help us locate you in case of an emergency. Through this app Judy will keep you updated on meeting times, conditions, rides, retrieves, and everything to get the most out of the Red Rocks. Judy has a gift for organization and communication. Get on her list to stay in the loop.
In order to use WhatsApp, you must download the software on your phone before the meet. Text Judy (435)893-1880, to receive an invite to the group.
We will also be using XCFind to help facilitate retrieves. In order to use this software you must have a delorim device. The email address for communication will be fallflyin@gmail.com, same phone number as above.
One of the essential ingredients in making a fly in of this magnitude work is getting everyone up to launch and safely back to the LZ. We can always use more drivers. Please contact Judy, well ahead of time (Now) if you know of someone who is interested in helping us out with driving.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 
Where should I stay? 
* If you are staying at a Motel - may I suggest "Quality Inn - Quality Inn Richfield - Not only because the convention center next door is the headquarters for the Fly In, but also because the management has offered a Pilots discount and they make us a great deal on renting the convention center. There are more expensive and cheaper motels available, but check this one out first. 
*If you are staying in a camper that needs hook ups and a shower nearby check out Monroe Canyon RV Park, https://monroecanyonrv.com/ or Mystic Hot Springs Mystic Hot Springs Mystic Mike has been a good friend to us and will usually offer a good rate if you let him know you are coming for the Fly In. 

If you are camping in a tent. Our friend Pete has generously offered his one acre lawn for your accommodation. He is located one half mile past the Canyon View LZ, the last house before you enter Monroe Canyon. He has a porta potty and culinary water available. (And an awesome Elk pasture next door) *Please do not park overnight at the Rodeo grounds or the Landing Zone Monroe City has asked us please use the established camping area’s
*Please do not go to Pete’s if you are staying in a vehicle, Pete’s is for tent camping only, also please plan on donating 10 dollars per night you stay at Pete’s. He will never ask for a penny, but he spends thousands preparing for us each year and is a great friend. Let’s not leave him hanging (like we did last year)
Where will we be flying? 
* Cove Mountain, Monroe Peak, Mt Edna.
-- Cove Launch is located 12 miles South East of Richfield, Utah at the top of the Thompson Basin road. High clearance vehicles are required. Cove has over 3,000 feet of vertical drop to the landing zone which is the new Canyon View LZ. A ridge finger extends miles out into and 3,300 feet above the Sevier Valley, and creates a soarable take off in three different directions. You can bench up 3,000 feet in evening ridge lift. 
-- Monroe Peak Launch is located 7 miles South East of Monroe Utah at the top of the Monroe Mountain Road. With nearly 6,000 feet of vertical drop to the Canyon View Land Zone, The Highest vert for any USHPA insured launch in the continental United States and home to the 2011 Red Rock Paragliding foot launch National R2G competition.
--  Mt Edna launch is located 7 miles west of Marysvale, Utah near the top of the Tushar Mountains. It is Utah’s highest drive up launch with many launch options in a high alpine meadow that offers 360 degree’s of launching options. Launch altitude is 11,700 feet. There is over 5500 feet of vertical drop to the landing zone which is just west of Marysvale. Mt. Edna is a morning thermal site.  Mt. Edna is home of the world’s highest commercial radio tower.
When and where do we meet? 
* Meet every day at the new Canyon View LZ, 201 East, 800 South, Monroe at 8:30 AM We will go over weather, yesterday's flights, safety concerns, and discuss where to go to get the best flying that the day offers. Afternoon presentations will be at the Quality Center 540 S.Main Richfield, Evening clinics/ Presentations will be at 8:00 PM. each weekday evening, at the Monroe City Park. We will also be at the Quality Center 540 S. Main Tuesday through Sunday night, the 21st through Sept 26th at 8 PM for anyone who wants to Pick up registration packets. There will be updates and info along with photos and video on the CUASA Facebook page. Please join at. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1645164835799833/
Can I come for just part of the Fly In? 
*This year because of the 325 cap we are asking that you register for the whole week, even if you can only make part of it. Great flying, great people to meet, and great fall scenery
What does my $95.00 entry include?                                                                                                   The coveted long-sleeve Red Rocks t-shirt, $95.00 worth of free food coupons, use of the Monroe facilities. the awards, The meetings and instructions, the presentations, and all other CUASA benefits. It does not include rides to launch. Please plan on bringing a vehicle or $15.00 to the driver every time you get a ride to launch, even if you don't fly. We really appreciate our drivers and couldn't hold the fly in without them. Don't make them ask - volunteer your $15.00 appreciation gladly.
Do I need to register early? 
* Yes, our fly in was full by the middle of July Please get on the waiting list as soon as possible, Cancelations will go the first ones on the waiting list as well as volunteer invitations to help us with the fly in.
What awards will be given?
 Emphasis at the Red Rocks is on low pressure fun, safe, and enjoyable flying. There will be awards for, airtime, and longest distance flight, but the most coveted awards are Driver of the Meet and Most Helpful Pilot.
MORE INFORMATION 
www.cuasa.com 
stacy@cuasa.com 435-979-0225
jef@cuasa.com 435-896-7999
drleusden@gmail.com 719-322-4234

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Clinics and Workshops 2020

Completed: We had 396 official pilots at the Red Rocks Fall Fly-In 2021. That makes Red Rocks the premier flying event in the country! Unbelievable flying, amazing friends, great weather, overall the most amazing thing I have ever seen personally in my limited paragliding life. We had expected to continue to grow but with concerns expressed over safety with the number of pilots, we will cut back the number a bit.

Red Rocks Fall Fly In: Sept 28-Oct 3, 2020
Get on the Facebook Page for daily updates: 
When *September 28-Oct 3  2020
Why * Because flying Paragliders and Hang gliders is awesome. 
Who * Paragliders and Hang gliders from all over the world. We are expecting over 250 pilots this year. 
How much * $80.00 for the whole week. Plus $10.00 per ride up the mountain to give to the driver for Cove and Monroe Peak.  ($25.00 per ride and retrieve to Mt Edna and Parker Ridge)
Presentations each evening at the Monroe City Park (across from Bullies) from world class pilots. It is worth coming to the Red Rocks just to see the presentations. 8 pm evening talks by pilots such as Ken Hudonjorgensen, Martin Palmaz, Stacy Whitmore, Trey Hackney, Brian Petersen, Josef Bostik, Arash Farhang, Jonathan Leusden, and others!

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Clinics and Workshops 2019

Completed: We had 22 pilots launch on the morning of the parade and some flew above the parade route. Note to self: Make sure we give plenty of clearance for the airplane fly-over as well. There were no incidents, just want to make sure there are none in the future. The night of the 24th was over-developed but we had a break in the weather close to sunset. Because of cloud cover there was katabatic conditions on launch that settled enough for eight or ten pilots to launch and only four that were not able to do so. We had not advertized this year's event much but pilots showed up ready to fly! All three days had gorgeous mornings, as is usual for July in Utah.

Pioneer Days Fly In: July 23rd -25th, 2019:
Spend time with us in Central Utah, soaring Cove Mountain and flying in together at sunset, enjoying hamburgers at the park as we watch the fireworks. The 6000-foot butter smooth morning sledder from Monroe Peak, then the pancake breakfast at the park and the parade. The Pioneer Days Fly In combines flying from world class sites, with a hometown celebration. Fun for the whole family.

Completed: We officially had 204 pilots at this years event. There were too many amazing things that happened at the fly-in this year to adequately describe but I will try. Before doing so, here is a shout out to Bart Garton for the amazing video of the week in summary. Stacy, lets remember to comp his entry next year. First, the evening presentations were really well attended and well worth everyones time. Stacy and Jonathan covered the tricks of the trade for Central Utah mountains. What a presentation by Deor in comparing fighter pilot training, sail plane instructing, and flying a paraglider. You really missed out if you didn't come and learn from Ken about the language of the wing. He said that if you have to think about what you are going to do in the air, it is already too late. That requires ground practice and air time. Cody and Gavin coming from X-Alps to the Red Rocks was an amazing addition and their presentations were well attended. Community members came out to hear them as well. Some new distance records were set, 140 miles I believe? I better check with Stacy on that. Anyway, we had pilots fly to Kanab, Green River, Price/Helper, Ephriam and more. Take a look at the members of Cove Club!!! Unpresidented number of soarable Cove Club nights. We even had pilots climb Cove on the South face - which is rare indeed. Monroe City and Sevier County have agreed to grow grass for a new LZ area for us and proceed with plans for a enw bathroom facility! We are talking upscale now. How about hose tarps on launch? Was that great or what? The drivers were abundant and gracious and the entire week was beyond amazing. Kudos to Stacy for all his hard work.

Red Rocks Fall Fly In: Sept 23-28, 2019;
Get on the Facebook Page for daily updates: Ok here are the details for the Fly In..... Lets start with the basics 
Where * Richfield Utah. More specifically Quality Center 540 South Main. 
When *September 23-28 2019

Why * Because flying Paragliders and Hang gliders is awesome. 
Who * Paragliders and Hang gliders from all over the world. We are expecting over 200 pilots this year. 
How much * $60.00 for the whole week. Plus $10.00 per ride up the mountain to give to the driver for Cove and Monroe Peak.  ($25.00 per ride and retrieve to Mt Edna and Parker Ridge)

EXCITING EXTRAS FOR THIS YEARS FLY IN. 
*Thermal Clinic with Ken Hudonjorgenson.
*X Alp Legend and Cloudbase Mayhem podcast author, Gavin McClurg will be here.
*X Alp Rookie and Utah based XC Pilot Cody Mittanck will be here.
* Test pilot, Torrey Pines flight director, and free flight legend, Gabriel Jebb will be here.
*Clinics/Presentations/QandA every evening at HQ.
*World Class Presenters Ken Hudonjorgenson, Gabriel Jebb, Gavin McClurg, Cody Mittanck.
*Opportunities to sign up for flights at Mt. Edna and Parker Ridge.
*David Whitmore from Cedar Sports will be here with Mountain bikes for rent to ride the new single track bike course 5 miles east of Richfield.
Plus all the great things you have come to expect at the Red Rocks.

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Clinics and Workshops 2018

Completed: From what I can gather, this was the ten year anniversary of the Pioneer Day Fly-In. Every morning was flyable with a super calm launch (light and variable) every morning with some thermals kicking up by 11:00 am off Monroe and Cove. We only had one evening that we got blown out and that was, unfortunately, the 24th of July so we ate burgers in the LZ and watched the fireworks. Just over 30 pilots came and six pilots joined Cove Club! One pilot, Darren Verploegen, had an epic, record breaking, XC flight off Monroe. He won the wing pack that was so generously donated by Chris at Super Fly. Thanks Chris!

Pioneer Days Fly In: July 23rd -25th, 2018:
Spend time with us in Central Utah, soaring Cove Mountain and flying in together at sunset, enjoying hamburgers at the park as we watch the fireworks. The 6000-foot butter smooth morning sledder from Monroe Peak, then the pancake breakfast at the park and the parade. The Pioneer Days Fly In combines flying from world class sites, with a hometown celebration. Fun for the whole family.
Pioneer days $50.00 includes CUASA membership pancake breakfast, hamburgers and chips at the park and t-shirt. Please bring a vehicle or plan on $10.00 to go to the driver each time you to up the mountain.

Completed: Best year ever! This is the year we became America's favorite destination flying event. Unbelievable! Thank to all of you for your encouragement and support. We were thinking we would get 150 pilots and we ended up with over 170. You are all amazing and we look forward to the 2019 Fall Fly-In.

Red Rocks Fall Fly In: Sept 24-29, 2018;
Get on the Facebook Page for daily updates: Ok here are the details for the Fly In..... Lets start with the basics
Where * Richfield Utah. more specifically Quality Center 540 South Main.
When *September 24-29 2018 Why * Because flying Paragliders and Hang gliders is awesome.
Who * Paragliders and Hang gliders from all over the world. We are expecting around 150 Pilots this year.
How much * 60 Dollars for the whole week. Plus 10 dollars per ride up the mountain to give to the driver.

EXCITING EXTRAS FOR THIS YEARS FLY IN. 
More Food options than ever before
* Interesting culinary experiences that can only be perused in Richfield. Your 2018 entry in the Red Rocks Fall Fly In includes certificates for free meals at 9 unique and unforgettable restaurants including the salad bar buffet at Ideal Dairy, the hardware burger at Larsen's Ace Hardware (a culinary experience not to be missed) all you can eat pizza and salad bar at Lotsa Motsa Pizza, The Pilots Special at Bullies Drive in Monroe, The Pilots special at Sandy's Drive Inn, And new this year The daily special at Big Daddy’s Deli. The preceding are all free meal just for signing up for the “Red Rocks” Plus this year we have coupons for discounts at the amazingly fresh Mexican food at Richfield's Taco Time. The delicious Chinese and American dishes at South China Café, and the mouth watering entrees at Steves Steak House.

Maps to all the important pilot places. I have been asked by several pilots last year to provide maps to the places we frequent.

This booklet – an organized place to keep info about the Red Rocks including new maps and launch info important Phone numbers and of course the food coupons.

Thermal Clinics with Ken Hudonjorgenson. I cannot recommend Ken’s clinics highly enough. If you want to fly high and fly safe don’t miss this opportunity.

Organizational Information with the one and only Judy Whitmore 435-893-1880 Text her to be put on the email list and she will keep you updated on meeting times conditions and everything to get the most out of the Red Rocks.

MORE INFORMATION
www.cuasa.com
stacy@cuasa.com 435-979-0225
jef@cuasa.com 435-896-7999
jonathon@cuasa.com 719-322-4234

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2017

Completed: Our largest event yet. Pilots from around the world come to join in our festivities. The thermaling clinic was well attended and after flying, Benjamin Jordan was inspirational. Gabriel Jebb was enthusiastic about our Red Rocks Fall Fly-In and said that, "This is what our sport needs - more events like this." We had a great percentage of food vouchers used as well as a delicious dutch oven lasagna dinner by Adam and Jessica Green.

Red Rocks Fall Fly In: Sept 25-30, 2017;
Get on the Facebook Page for daily updates: Ok here are the details for the Fly In..... Lets start with the basics
Where * Richfield Utah. more specifically Quality Center 540 South Main.
When *September 25-30 2017 Why * Because flying Paragliders and Hang gliders is awesome.
Who * Paragliders and Hang gliders from all over the world. We are expecting around150 Pilots this year.
How much * 60 Dollars for the whole week. Plus 10 dollars per ride up the mountain to give to the driver.

EXCITING EXTRAS FOR THIS YEARS FLY IN.
* Benjamin Jordan will be presenting his award winning paragliding documentary, sharing his knowledge and answering questions for us on Friday night after the flying. Check out his trailer at Strong the Winds Blow (10 dollars suggested donation)
* Ken Hudonjorgenson will once again be doing his amazing thermaling clinic. I can't recommend this clinic highly enough. More info Two Can Fly 100 dollars per day or 300 for the whole week (a special price only available at the Red Rocks).
* Gabriel Jebb from Air California Adventure, Inc. will be on hand Monday through Thursday to arrange demo's and answer questions about equipment. He is the distributor for 6 different manufacturers, and has had the opportunity to work as a test pilot and on R&D teams for multiple manufacturers. Air California Adventure
* Jessica Green, wife of local pilot Adam Green, has generously volunteered to make dutch oven Lasagna for all the pilots, helpers, drivers, and land owners after the flying on Saturday evening as part of the awards ceremony. No Charge, It's going to be great.
* Interesting culinary experiences that can only be perused in Richfield. Your 2017 entry in the Red Rocks Fall Fly In includes certificates for free meals at 5 unique and unforgettable restaurants including the salad bar buffet at Ideal Dairy, the hardware burger at Larsen's Ace Hardware (a culinary experience not to be missed) all you can eat pizza and salad bar at Lotsa Motsa Pizza, The Pilots Special at Sandy's Drive Inn, and amazingly fresh Mexican food at Richfield's Taco Time.

Completed: Mostly local pilots, we had a couple runs per day up Cove and a special thanks to Shelly for coming to drive.

Winter Festival Fly-In : Dec. 28th-30th, 2017;
So South America isn't the only place to fly in winter. Come try some snow flying with us, maybe some ski launching. We have some new winter toys to help take pilots and gear up the mountain and look forward to some post Christmas 'Chillaxation' with some air hungry friends.

For more information contact:
Stacy Whitmore 435-979-0225 stacy@cuasa.com
Jef Anderson 435-896-7999 jef@cuasa.com

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2016

Completed: Forty pilots joined in the celebration this year! Had a solid group of Hang Gliders come and there was great flying to be had. Mornings were amazing and we had four new members on Cove Club on Saturday night before the fireworks!

Pioneer Days Fly In: July 21-23, 2016; Spend three days with us in Central Utah, soaring Cove Mountain and flying in together at sunset, enjoying hamburgers at the park as we watch the fireworks. The 6000-foot butter smooth morning sledder from Monroe Peak, then the pancake breakfast at the park and the parade. The Pioneer Days Fly In combines flying from world class sites, with a hometown celebration. Fun for the whole family.
Pioneer days $50.00 includes CUASA membership pancake breakfast, hamburgers and chips at the park and t-shirt. Please bring a vehicle or plan on $10.00 to go to the driver each time you to up the mountain. For more information contact Stacy Whitmore 435-979-0225 stacy@cuasa.com Jef Anderson 435-896-7999 jef@cuasa.com

Completed: I still need to get a report on this one.

Day Tours: August 13th and September 2nd; Spend one day touring the amazing flying sites of Central Utah! This is particularly for Northern Utah Pilots that want to be introduced to central Utah flying. Pilots will meet at 6:00 AM on the south side to begin a fun filled day of exploring and flying as conditions permit. The day tour ends after all possible flying is monopolized and we return to the south side at Point of the Mountain Flight Park.
For more information contact Stacy Whitmore 435-979-0225 stacy@cuasa.com Jef Anderson 435-896-7999 jef@cuasa.com

Red Rocks Fall Fly In: Sept 26-October 1, 2016;
Get on the Facebook Page for daily updates: Enjoy the vibrant fall colors and beautiful mountains and flying activities for all levels and interests. Thermaling Clinics with Ken Hudonjorgensen, ridge soaring task competition, morning sledders, distance challenges. Low pressure, fun-flying activities to give everyone a chance to mingle and enjoy flying from Central Utah's many world class flying sites. Maybe an improved zip line.
Come for all or come for whatever part you can fit into your schedule. This is our fourth year hosting the premier fall flying event and hoping it will be bigger and better than ever.
Red Rocks full week package: $60.00 includes weekly CUASA membership, hardware burger, Shake at Bullies Drive in and Breakfast at The Little wonder Cafe, the coveted Red Rocks t-shirt, and lots of good flying friends and information to make your flying safe, fun and informed. Please bring a vehicle or plan on $10.00 to go to the driver each time you go up the mountain. Thermaling Clinic, Maneuvers clinic and Towing extra .$15:00 per day if you don't want the full week package.
Red Rock's headquarters will be at the Quality Center 640 South Main Richfield Utah. We will meet there daily at 8:00AM and 2:00 PM to analyze weather and make a plan for the best morning mid-day and evening flying.(Sorry about the mis-information earlier) We will also meet there at 8:00 PM on Sunday Sept 25th for those who want to get registration paperwork taken care of for Monday morning flying. Get on the Facebook page for daily updates.
Hang Gliders are welcome. Last year we had 90 pilots total and 10 of them were Hang Gliders. Thanks for answering the call.



  For more information contact:
Stacy Whitmore 435-979-0225 stacy@cuasa.com
Jef Anderson 435-896-7999 jef@cuasa.com

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July 23-25, 2015; Spend three days with us in Central Utah, soaring Cove Mountain and flying in together at sunset, enjoying hamburgers at the park as we watch the fireworks. The 6000-foot butter smooth morning sledder from Monroe Peak, then the pancake breakfast at the park and the parade. The Pioneer Days Fly In combines flying from world class sites, with a hometown celebration. Fun for the whole family.
Pioneer days $50.00 includes CUASA membership pancake breakfast, hamburgers and chips at the park and t-shirt. Please bring a vehicle or plan on $10.00 to go to the driver each time you to up the mountain. For more information contact Stacy Whitmore 435-979-0225 stacy@cuasa.com Jef Anderson 435-896-7999 jef@cuasa.com

Red Rocks Fall Fly In

Sept 28-October 3 2015; 
Enjoy the vibrant fall colors and beautiful mountains and flying activities for all levels and interests. Thermaling Clinics with Ken Hudonjorgensen, ridge soaring task competition, morning sledders, distance challenges, maneuvers clinics with Brad Gunnuscio. Low pressure, fun-flying activities to give everyone a chance to mingle and enjoy flying from Central Utah's many world class flying sites.
Come for all or come for whatever part you can fit into your schedule. This is our third year hosting the premier fall flying event and hoping it will be bigger and better than ever.
Red Rocks full week package: $60.00 includes weekly CUASA membership, hardware burger, Shake at Bullies Drive in and Breakfast at The Little wonder Cafe, the coveted Red Rocks t-shirt, and lots of good flying friends and information to make your flying safe, fun and informed. Please bring a vehicle or plan on $10.00 to go to the driver each time you go up the mountain. Thermaling Clinic, Maneuvers clinic and Towing extra .$15:00 per day if you don't want the full week package.
Red Rock's headquarters will be at the Quality Center 640 South Main Richfield Utah. We will meet there daily at 7:00AM. 12 noon and 3:00 PM to analyze weather and make a plan for the best morning mid-day and evening flying.(We will also meet there at 8:00 PM on Sunday Sept 27th for those who want to get registration paperwork taken care of for the ultimate sledder from Monroe Peak early Monday morning.
Hang Gliders are welcome. Last year we had 71 pilots total and 6 of them were Hang Gliders. This year we would love to have a higher percentage of our fixed wing brothers join us.

2014

Completed -Epic night on the 23rd this year. There were some great flights both in the morning and the evening for all three days.
Pioneer Days Fly In: July 23-25; Spend three days with us in Central Utah, soaring Cove Mountain and flying in together at sunset, enjoying hamburgers at the park as we watch the fireworks. The 6000-foot butter smooth morning sledder from Monroe Peak, then the pancake breakfast at the park and the parade. The Pioneer Days Fly In combines flying from world class sites, with a hometown celebration. Fun for the whole family.
Pioneer days $50.00 includes CUASA membership pancake breakfast, hamburgers and chips at the park and t-shirt. Please bring a vehicle or plan on $10.00 to go to the driver each time you to up the mountain. For more information contact Stacy Whitmore 435-979-0225 stacy@cuasa.com Jef Anderson 435-896-7999 jef@cuasa.com

Completed -Most epic Red Rocks Fly-in ever. Had over 70 pilots and amazing flying. The fall colors were not quite as good as last year but they were still well enjoyed.
Red Rocks Fall Fly In: Sept 29-October 4; Fall colors and beautiful mountains and flying activities for all levels and interests. Thermaling Clinics, spot landing contest, ridge soaring task competition, morning sledders, distance challenges, maneuvers clinics. Low pressure, fun-flying activities to give everyone a chance to mingle and enjoy flying from Central Utah's many world class flying sites.
Red Rocks $60.00 includes CUASA membership, hardware burger, Breakfast at Ideal Dairy, and a t-shirt. Please bring a vehicle or plan on $10.00 to go to the driver each time you go up the mountain. For more information contact:
Stacy Whitmore 435-979-0225 stacy@cuasa.com
Jef Anderson 435-896-7999 jef@cuasa.com
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2012

Completed -Thanks for support of this years events Pioneer days 25 participants Parabus adventure. Strong Cross Country day on the 25 th , 3 pilots retrieved in the next county.
July 23-25th
  Pioneer day fly in - We have a three day event planned for this year - join us for all or part, whatever fits into your schedule. Monday July 23rd is registration and flying Monroe Peak or Cove Mountain in the evening whichever is looking to be the best flying. Tuesday Morning the Monroe peak 6000 ft sledder is sceduled with optional stops at all five landing and relaunch stations for a chance to join the Monroe Cascade club. Then the Pancake breakfast at Monroe Park which precedes the parade. Thermaling Tuesday afternoon is an option for the hard core pilots. Tuesday evening is the traditional Cove Mountain launch and soar until sunset then we head out together and land near the Middle School have hamburgers and drinks and join the in the pioneer day celebration watching the fireworks.Wednesday morning we head up to Mt. Edna. one of the most beautiful high mountain launches in the nation. Alpine scenery. 360 degree launch at 11,700 ft Utah's highest, and an experience not to be missed.

Completed - A big shout out to Stacy and Judy Whitmore for their efforts on this one. Successfully completed qualifying rounds for Hang Gliding, Paragliding, and Speed wing divisions.
First EVER Spot Landing Nationals - Sept 26-28
Hang Gliders and Paragliders invited to compete in the first ever USHPA sanctioned National Spot Landing Competition. We have had very positive feedback on the sand target we will be using that has been set up on the South Side. There will be a center target and circles at 7.5 feet 15 feet and 30 feet to help competitors zero in on the center. In order to encourage safe landings, pilots must land on  their feet and if the judges determine that extreme maneuvers or unsafe glider control was used, the competitor will be scored a 360 for that round (which is the number on inches in 30 feet) the same score that they would get if they missed the target. There is a complete set of rules at http://www.ushpa.aero/compcalendar.asp click on the Manuals and Comp Forms tab and it is the first one that comes up.

Completed - 52 participants - support from the hang gliding community. The broken glass off � Thanks to Ken Hudonjorgensen for the Thermal Clinics.
September 30- October 5
Utah, Open-distance XC mentoring Encampment. (10 mentors 20 mentees) if you want to learn to fly XC this is the one sign up early. daily classes by Ken Hudonjorgenson and flying from Monroe Peak, Jupiter, Inspo, or Mt. Edna. Whichever the weather says will give us the best flights.

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2011

COMPLETED- Totally awesome; 80 pilots.
July 23rd
Pioneer Day fly-in gives a spectacular opportunity for pilots that don't mind some admiring crowds gathered for fireworks, cowboy poetry, and concert. Bring your family and enjoy the majestic Cove mountain and mingle with the competition pilots gathered for Nationals the day before the competition starts. Membership in CUASA is required as well as current USHPA membership.

Other than the Pioneer day fly-in, our focus this year is exclusively on preparation for the 2011 US Foot Launch Nationals Paragliding Chamionships. Any volunteer help will be greatly appreciated and sponsorship oportunities are still available.

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2010
Completed - EPIC
July 23rd and 24th
Mt. Edna and the Cove pioneer days fly in. We will take an expedition up to Mt. Edna on the 23rd (if you want to go cross country bring your own recovery vehicle and driver), if you just want to get some great thermaling and land at the LZ we will provide transportation. this is your chance to fly Utah's highest drive up launch. Then we will fly over the pioneer day fireworks crowd on the 24h. It is our year to have perfect weather because, historically we have it every other year and last year we got rained out.

Completed
Aug 26,27,28:
Central Utah Thermal & xc clinic with Stacy Whitmore and Ken Hudonjorgensen.

Sept 17-19
Inter mountain League meet. details forthcoming. Because of changes in the National Forest requirement for site insurance we had to become a USHPA chapter this year, so you will need to join CUASA (Central Utah Air Sports Association) $35.00 yearly, $25.00 temporary (up to 1 week) and sign the cuasa waiver.

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2009
Completed
April 25th -
Black Crook Peak. About one hour west of Santaquin. 9200 feet MSL probably a two hour hike. We are looking to find a themal launch with those west desert generators that is more mellow than Frisco Peak but can still get you up there - even in April. 9257 MSL, GPS 39 59'24"N. 112 32'38.1"W.

Completed
June 26th and 27th -
Mt. Abajo near Montecello. 11,300 feet MSL, and this one is a drive up! OH YEAH !!! The Hang Gliding community is invited on this one, and one can only ask oneself "Why has nobody flown this before and if they have Who? and When? and why the big secret? 13358 MSL, GPS 37 50'22"N. 109 21'44.4W.

Rained Out
July 24th -
The Pioneer Day flying exhibition in conjunciton with the Monroe Pioneer day celebration. Last year we had 8 gliders soaring cove mountain. We sychronized our departure for the LZ. and delighted the fireworks crowd before landing in a field nearby. Many said the gliders were cooler than the fireworks. We would love to have some hang gliders join us this year also any tandem pilots looking for a great place to give a special person an awsome flight. You are all invited. Come and help us really put on a display.

Awesome
July 25th -
Mt Edna. Stay over after the pioneer day festivities and fly Utah's highest drive up launch at 11,730 feet. My European friends tell me this launch is like having the Alps in America."

August 14th and 15th -
Mt Ellen. Not really near anything, but we get off the paved road in Hanksville. The highest of the three major peaks of the Henry mountains ( the last mountain range in the lower 48 to be surveyed) at 11, 500 feet and multiple launch directions this one looks to be a memorable and rewarding expedition. It will require about an hour long hike in, 1000 feet vert and about 2 miles. 11508 MSL. GPS 38 06'48.3"N 110 48'48.3 W.

August 27th - 29th Central Utah Cross-Country and Thermal clinic With Stacy Whitmore and Ken Hudonjorgenson. Here is your chance to go long. If you need a thermal clinic, this is it, and if you want to use your thermaling skill to go for distance, here is your chance.

Completed
September 18th and 19th -Mt. Tukuhnikivatz. This is the one we have all been waiting for. Near Moab. This one could break the record held by Alunite Peak for Utah's highest launch. (With a great deal of luck and some thermal help one could fly just over 20 miles and break the record held by Mt. Ibepah for Utah's biggest vert as well) 12497 MSL, GPS 38 26'22"N 109 15'36.2 It would be awesome to have a good sized group on this historic expedition.

Look for more information on 09' clinics and workshops later. For more specific information contact Stacy Whitmore at 1-435-896-1839 or better yet, e-mail Stacy Whitmore.

Completed:
Central Utah Snow Clinic
Exploring Safety and Fun while launching in the snow. Enjoy some spectacular winter beauty that only Utah can offer (and sometimes Colorado - but that is beside the point), and how to fly warm in cold air.
February 26th - 28th, 2009 (Thursday - Saturday)
Richfield, Utah

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2008
Also, take a minute to read the 'Reflections of Summer 2008' to get some of the highlights and a recap of the amazingness.

Completed:
Mountain Flying/ Pioneering Clinic
July 18th and 19th, 2008 (Friday and Saturday)
Richfield, Utah

Boy, what an awesome clinic. Several pilots hit cloud base or close. We had amazing weather and some new members of the "Cove Club" were inducted. Only a handful of pilots have launched from cove and climbed to the peak.
For a 2008 gallery, click here.
For a gallery of 2007, click here.

Completed:
Thermaling clinic 2008
August 28th, 29th, and 30th
A special thanks to everyone who helped with the 08' Central Utah Thermaling Clinic - especially Ken Hudonjorgensen
Here are a few pictures during the clinic:

Stacy and Neil soaring the face of Cove.	Ken doing some kiting instruction on Monroe.	A sunset glass off after flying Cove.
Ken modeling the LZ of Mt. Edna after a nice flight.	Dang that is pretty. Great job conquering Cove Neil.	Chris is doing a picture perfect launch off of Mt. Edna.
	to see larger images go to gallery 2008

Where did we go for the Clinics in 2008?

Flying sites during Red Rocks:
Cove , (Richfield) Launch: 8731ft/2661m GPS 38 38'03”N 112 03'39”W LZ: 5360ft/1634m GPS 38 38'46.1”N 112 06'29.1”W The Ultimate Mountain Flying Site! 2WD drive-up, but high clearance site. South ,West, and North soarable faces. Wide open lay out area, and literally a mile wide LZ. (O.K. mile long, only a half mile wide). Opportunity to bench up over 3000 feet, just on ridge lift. Most summer evenings provide smooth ridge lift right up till sunset and then the glass off soar out to the LZ is a 20 minute hands off glide that is awesome. There is also huge XC potential; an excellent thermal generator. To the South is the Sevier Plateau; to the West is the Fish Lake High Top Plateau and to the North is the Wasatch Plateau. Meso-West weather station, and live feed camera on launch.

Monroe Peak , (Monroe) Launch: 11171ft/3405m GPS 38 32'29”N 112 04'24”W LZ: 5447ft/1691m GPS 38 35'20.0”N 112 08'01.9”W 2WD drive-up site. Very clean, easy SW facing Launch. Nearly 6000 ft. Vertical (The biggest vert of any drive up site in the continental US) 5 mile wide LZ. Awesome cross country potential with afternoon and evening thermals. P-2 Launch in the right conditions.( Host site of the 2011 R2G Red Rock Nationals)

Poverty Ridge , (Monroe) Launch 6880ft/2097m GPS 38 31'31”N 112 10'23”W LZ 6315ft/ 1925m GPS 38 31'54”N 112 10'13”W Very consistent north soaring ridge. The funnel between the Sevier and Piute valleys directs and concentrates the air flow, nice slope for launch and top landing. 2 wheel drive up with easy retrieve.

Hancock , (Koosherem Reservoir) Launch: 9359ft/2853m GPS 38 33'32”N 111 48'13”W LZ: 7000ft/2134m GPS 38 34'04.1”N 111 50'24.0”W Mostly 2WD drive-up (except the last 50 yards); West facing Launch. Excellent Thermal and cross-country site with a straight shot to the Fish Lake High Top Plateau.

Fish lake High Top , (Fish Lake) Launch: 11,500ft/3506m GPS 38 37'06.3”N 111 44'01”W LZ: 7000ft/2134m GPS use Hancock LZ 4WD drive-up site. West facing launch with a ten mile soarable ridge, in front of a nearly flat table top at 11,400 feet. Drive most of the way to launch.

Parker , (Koosherem) Launch: 8440ft/2573m GPS 38 24'57”N. 111 52'02”W LZ: 6781ft/2067m GPS 38 25'14.3N 111 53'58.0"W 2WD. Excellent first mountain flying site. Easy west facing launch. 30 miles of evening soarable ridge. Excellent afternoon thermal potential. (I caught my first thermal here as a P1 - it was pure luck. My instructor was on the radio saying, “just stay in that circle” and the truck starting to look like a hot-wheels model, the air getting cold - you go tta love this sport.)

Uranium Ridge , (Marysvale) Launch 6746ft/2056m GPS 38 29'28”N 112 12'54”W LZ 5835ft/ 1779m GPS 38 28'50”N 112 13'25”W. South soaring ridge, The funnel is from Piute into Sevier Valley 2 wheel drive up, quick turn around and a beautiful green meadow to land in. (Bring mosquito spray)

Mt Edna , (Marysvale) Launch: 11,730ft/3358m GPS 38 23'08.7”N 112 20'12.8”W LZ: 6100ft/1858m GPS 38 26'31.8”N 112 14'48.7”W 4WD drive-up site, true 360 degree launch. About a mile before top there is a closed gate > contact Stacy in advance! Morning thermal site. Beautiful high mountain meadow, easy lay out. Home of Mid Utah radio transmission tower the highest commercial radio tower in the world. (Yes, I said world). Utah's highest drive up launch, highest Hang-glider launch and highest tandem paraglider launch.

Gold Gulch , (Junction Launch) 8520ft/2597m GPS 38 21'32”N 112 15'46”W LZ 6370ft/ 1942m GPS 38 22'01”N 112 14'10”W It looks small compared to Deer Trail mountain next to it but with 2000 feet of vert.... North soaring launch or thermaling on a day when launching at a higher altitude would be ill advised. Fly up to Deer Trail over Mt. Edna and the sky is the limit.