The US Forest Service asked us permission to use AJ LZ from Tuesday Nov.18 through Sunday Nov.23, in their effort to rehabilitate the mountain (assessment of damage, prevention of slope erosion, etc.). We (CSS board) accepted the request from the Forest Service as we see this as an opportunity to possibly see the re-opening of the national forest (including Marshall launch) earlier than what we have been told so far (Mid-March 2004). During this time (Nov.18 through 23), Crestline launch and the LZ will be closed to flying. The status of Marshall launch hasn’t changed (still closed).
We truly appreciate everyone’s cooperation during time. We understand that the ability to fly our site is critical for some people (instructors, test pilots, etc), but we are hoping that the more we help the Forest Service, the better chance we have to see an early opening of Marshall peak…
Thanks a lot!
Helene Baribeau
CSS President
