Tow pilots needed during XC Academy 2026

[brian...@hartcraft.com]

We are in need of one or two more tow pilots during this year’s Ephrata XC Academy June 28 through July 5. Mandatory orientation is Sunday, June 28, then six days of tows, June 29 through July 4, with post-academy departure on Sunday, July 5. As of now, John Howell is the only tow pilot signed up.

 

If you can attend to tow, please let me know by email or give me a call, and then be sure to register here. We will provide meals for you all week, and we can make a bunk available downstairs if you wish.

 

And more generally, this XC academy is open to adults as well as juniors. Although there is no registration cost for adults, this requires much more structure than other events, much like a contest week, and you can help contribute to an orderly and efficient academy by respecting two simple requirements:

 

• You must register before the deadline in order to get any tows at Ephrata that week.
• We expect adult attendees to participate in onsite meals that are an integral part of this holistic soaring week. Meals are provided at no formal charge, although you are welcome to make a voluntary donation onsite if you wish.

 

Please follow the registration link above for all relevant information.

 

Thanks!

Brian Hart, Sr.
Husband, Father, CFIG, AGI
Facilitator of Opportunity
Youth Program Director, Hood River Soaring
(360) 772-0613