The tow line rolled along smoothly although we did occasionally wait for a cross wind to subside.
JB ensuring Matt is ready to go
Check the windsock. Hope I don't get the rope!
At first the lift was spotty, but available if you were patient. A growing number of pilots filled a gaggle to the west of the field as we slowly climbed to cloud base.
Some pilots didn't need mentoring
I waited until several members of the group were at base before heading on course. I provided general guidance on how to glide efficiently as we move along. Our first stop was a potential climb over a very large nursery.
We continued on course towards a sand mine where a few pilots in front snagged a good climb, while everyone else floundered in weak and broken lift. Unfortunately, I watched several pilots land below me as I climbed at 50 fpm (0.25 m/s). I continued to help the survivors whenever possible.
The rest of the flight was uneventful and I landed in the field I discussed with my group during the morning briefing. (Other pilots landed in a field east southeast of goal).
Goal is airstrip in lower center
LZ in lower center
Track
I escaped the hot afternoon sun by breaking down in the shade of an oak tree.
I had short hike out to meet Davis, Greg, and Belinda when they arrived. The mentors discussed our experiences and how we could improve our mentoring on the ride home.
Flights: 1, Duration: 1:49, Distance: 41.4 km
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