Posts by Kodi
WHERE TO FIND THE RAF AT AIRVENTURE
The RAF is gearing up for AirVenture (July 24-30) and we hope to see you there! Here is a list of where you can find RAF volunteers throughout the week: All week RAF volunteers will be in the US Forest Service booth (Hangar D) each morning (except Tuesday) throughout the week. Stop by to learn…
Read MoreWORTH THE READ: JULIE BOATMAN GUEST EDITORIAL
Our many RAF supporters have such vast and varied experience, and we’re capturing some of their words of wisdom to share with you. This month’s guest editorial is by Julie Boatman, the editor-in-chief for Flying Media Group. A Mountain Mentor: The RAF provides more than just support for our favorite places to fly. Mountain checkouts ranked…
Read MoreRAF ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS A SUCCESS; MORE FUN TO COME!
The RAF would like to extend a heartfelt “thank you” to everyone who has helped us celebrate our 20th Anniversary so far this year. People gathered to celebrate in Massachusetts, New Mexico, Wisconsin, Montana, Idaho, and Utah throughout June. Supporters enjoyed RAF cookies, RAF temporary tattoos, RAF “Backcountry Bears,” and some quality time around the…
Read MoreONE DAY ALL THIS WILL BE YOURS
Who hasn’t experienced their own version of the scenario – Your parent or grandparent proudly standing in front of a wall of clutter they’ve accumulated. With arms outstretched, they say, “One day all this will be yours!” It is not uncommon for the RAF to receive a call or visit from generous, well-meaning folks whose…
Read MoreRAF SUMMER EVENTS: JOIN THE FUN!
There are many fun upcoming events on the RAF calendar to attend! From West Virginia to Washington, the following July events will have an RAF volunteer present: July 1: West Virginia Dog Days, West VirginiaJuly 7-9: UBCP Fly-In at Smiley Creek, IdahoJuly 7-9: Isle Airport Fly-In, MinnesotaJuly 8: North Fox Island Work Party, MichiganJuly 14-16:…
Read More92-YEAR-OLD AIRSTRIP IN IDAHO GETS IMPROVEMENTS
Moose Creek Ranger Station is one of the oldest in the USFS at 102 this year. The short runway (04/24) at the Ranger Station turns 92 this year. The runways were created with heavy equipment brought in piece by piece and reassembled, but once the Wilderness Act was signed in 1964, mechanized equipment was no longer allowed.…
Read MoreDan Prill
Dan Prill of Sand Coulee, Montana, has interests as varied as the snacks aisle at your supermarket. From flying his Cessna 185 off his own airfield, to the slower pace of trolling for fish in his kayak. For many summers, Dan and his wife Margie flew their SuperCub on floats to his family’s rustic fly-in…
Read MoreRAF OUTFITTER JULY FEATURED ITEMS
This month, we’re featuring all of our RAF hats. Get yours in time for the summer sun, and for Oshkosh if you’re heading there. Wearing your RAF hat is an easy way to find your RAF community in a crowd. We have a great selection of different styles and colors, including our new kid’s hats!…
Read MoreANNUAL MAINTENANCE COMPLETED AT MONTANA’S MEADOW CREEK
Each year, the Montana Pilots Association coordinates a work party with the US Forest Service at Meadow Creek airstrip, 0S1 above the South Fork of the Flathead River along the Bob Marshall Wilderness. MPA volunteers, MT Aeronautics staff, the occasional state aircraft and RAF volunteers mow the airstrip, tie-down and camping area, clean the R.T.…
Read MoreMADE FROM SCRATCH
Grandma’s cooking was the best. It might have been the meatloaf, could have been her chicken soup she served when you weren’t feeling good; or was it the hot bread or chocolate cake fresh out of the oven? No matter which, it was always just right. So you dug into her old recipe box, hoping…
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