Elevation: Launch:
200' asl, LZ: 60' asl
Direction of Launch: S
Site Suitable for: HG&PG
Location: 20 km west of Parrsboro, Nova Scotia on Rte X
Regulating Body: HPAAC
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Primary Local Contacts
PG: Michael Fuller.Tel. 902-254-2972 or 254-3788
PG: Brian Wheaton..Tel. 902 254-2583
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Flying Season:
Assign value 0,1,2,3 0r 4 (highest)
Spring: 3
Summer 4
Fall 3
Winter 1
Type of Site: Hill: Yes
Type of Flying: Sled runs / training
hill Thermal: No
XC Potential: No
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Description of Launch:
A blueberry field. Slot facing S. The launch is 100' wide and
40' deep, basically flat and smooth. The slot extends in front
of launch 100 ft. Gradual vertical drop then gentle slope. Stunted
hardwoods to either side of launch.
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Description of LZ:
LZ for both HG and PG is open unused blueberry field.
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Vehicle / Transportation
Requirements:
Accessible with ordinary vehicle, although usually a truck
or 4WD vehicle is used to ferry pilots from bottom to top,
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HPAC Skill Level Requirements:
Student (with instructor), Novice, Intermediate
Great training hill.
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Skill Level Verification
Requirements:
HPAC Rating: Student with Instructor or Novice Log Book:
Yes
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Site Regulation: Informal:
Yes
HPAC Insurance: Local Club
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Other Information:
Care needs to be taken on landing to avoid the blueberries
in the summer and early fall.
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