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This twentieth year, the Recreational Aviation Foundation reflects on our beginnings. The RAF would not have fulfilled its mission so far without the help of a lot of like-minded devoted and experienced folks.  Early on, we realized the potential loss of airfields was a national concern. With our humble beginnings in Montana, we knew we…

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…

The RAF has added a new podcast about flying, airplanes, and how and why people bond with this organization. In podcast #12 you’ll hear host Bill McGlynn’s conversation with our first Alaska Liaison Al Clayton, native of Seward and raised along the famous Copper River. Find out if a glacier really does toss Copper River…

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…

Texas native John Cyrier became enamored with aviation at age 11, when his older brother flew him to a local airshow in a J3 Cub. He received his private pilot license shortly after graduating from Texas A&M University where he was in the Air Force ROTC and the Fightin’ Texas Aggie Band. John currently owns…

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…

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:…

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.…

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!…