Trying to fly

The crew is all assembled at what is known as the "upper airstrip." The traditional strip was too soft and mushy for the pilots to want to attempt a landing, so the team hiked to the back up strip, located a half hour and several hundred feet higher. They are hoping to fly out today, but clouds have been moving in and out of the Range, so we are not certain if they will have a chance to fly or not.

We call this the "hurry up and wait" program. You need to hurry up to the upper strip and get yourselves ready for the air taxi, but you just might have to wait a while. Tempering your enthusiasm is crucial at this juncture. Rumor has it that some of the lads cached some beverages, which might help pass the time.

Be patient, hope for light winds to blow those clouds out, and stay tuned...