RAF BEGINNINGS, AND ITS JOURNEY TO NOW

Often, we are asked how this organization began, and how has it succeeded, so we created a brief summary of the RAF’s origin, its growth and many accomplishments.  We think you’ll enjoy viewing this snapshot, since so many of you have had an important role in all the RAF has accomplished, and you continue to…

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VOLUNTEERS COMPLETE CABINS AT RYAN FIELD

Ryan Field now has four hard-sided camping cabins, thanks to the efforts of volunteers who wrapped up the project during the June 9-11 work party. RAF supporters flying in may reserve a cabin by emailing ryancabins@theraf.org. Twenty volunteers completed many other tasks to clean and prepare all the facilities for the flying season, including bear boxes, gutters,…

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LAKEWOOD LODGE VOLUNTEERS EARN A+

Each year, RAF volunteers help out at Bob and Judy Gillette’s beautiful Lakewood Lodge, Wisconsin, in appreciation for Gillettes welcoming the public to use their airfield, 14WS. RAF Director Jeff Russell reports that this year’s weather for the May 19-21 weekend work party was perfect, and over a dozen volunteers tackled all the projects Judy had listed. “We must…

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BILL ABLES STEPS UP TO OREGON LIAISON

It was natural for Bill Ables of Enterprise, Oregon, to take up backcountry flying and advocacy. He makes a stunning image when he approaches a forest strip in his beautiful 1952 red Cessna 170B.  Bill has served as RAF Ambassador, but has made the commitment to step up as Liaison, joining RAF Oregon Liaison Richard Mayes. Bill…

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FATHER-SON PAIR CONTINUE TO IMPROVE CREIGHTON ISLAND

RAF Georgia Ambassador and Bonanza pilot Eric Davis and his father Gary evaded poor flying weather and made the four-hour drive and boat ride into Creighton Island in October to make a variety of improvements to the unique fly-in island setting. They have proven to be a multi-skilled “dynamic duo” when it comes to upkeep…

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RAF TO PUBLISH GUEST EDITORIALS, WELL WORTH THE READ

Our many RAF supporters have such vast and varied experience, that we’re capturing some of their words of wisdom to share with you.  Beginning in January 2023, the RAF website will feature a new page called “Worth the Read”. Each month, an editorial from a supporter’s point of view will be added. You’ll be able to find them…

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RIBBON CUTTING CELEBRATES NEW CUYAMA REOPENING

An RAF grant funded improvements in conjunction with a major repaving project at New Cuyama airstrip in California, L88, and as planned, on October 13 folks gathered for a celebration. The ribbon was cut by key volunteers Steve and Nancy Sappington from the Blue Sky Center, who helped drive the project. Alex Guerrero, the craftsman of Warrior…

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RAF, FRIENDS, COMPLETE LONE PINE IMPROVEMENTS

“Thanks to an RAF infrastructure improvement grant, California’s Lone Pine Airport now has new flushing toilets and enclosed restrooms with running water,” RAF California Liaison Katerina Barilov reported. The work was completed as part of a greater rejuvenation effort by Friends of Lone Pine, a non-profit group of local volunteers who recognized the potential of…

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BENEFIT THE RAF AT NO EXTRA COST WITH AMAZON SMILE

The RAF is pleased to be a listed charity that benefits when you shop AmazonSmile. Once you’ve designated the Recreational Aviation Foundation as your selected charity, Amazon will automatically donate a portion of your purchases to the RAF! It costs you nothing more! To date, the RAF has received $2,906 of the $422,611,733 in total donations…

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