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About this event

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NOTE: Silent Wings Ranch is an approved FRIA. NO remote ID is required.

Pilot's Meeting: 8AM Saturday and Sunday
Target Time to Complete All Rounds on Sunday: 2PM w/ awards to follow by ~2:30PM

CD: Darwin Barrie
Event Coordinator: Ken Becker
Scorekeeper: Randy West
PR: Ken Becker

Contest Format
This is a confirmed F5J USA Tour event--we will adhere to F5J USA tour rules.

As is a tradition for this event, we will have no flyoffs. All pilots get to fly all rounds.

Rules and approved altimeter devices (F5J AMRTs) are available on the F5J USA Tour Website.

Accommodations
On-site RV (no hookups) and tent camping are welcomed. Visit our club's Location page for Silent Wings Ranch details and nearby accommodations.

Meals
Friday Oktoberfest Evening Meal @6PM (included w/ entry)
Grilled bratwursts (sauerkraut, sauteed onions, mustard, etc.), German Potato Salad, Strudel/Pie
BYOB, Sodas

Lunch will be provided Saturday and Sunday as part of the entry fee.

Field Access for Practice
Silent Wings ranch will be accessible to all contest pilots starting Wednesday, October 23 leading up to the contest.

Site Weather
We have a weather station on site and are tied into other weather services. See weather resources on our Weather page. Typical weather for this Date: High of 79F, Low of 51F. Sunny.

On-Site Contest Announcements: FM 97.10

Note: SWSS Member Discount applies to this contest. See Benefits of Membership