Chapter Chatter

August, the month of having outdoor fun with family and friends. Fire pits, picnics, family reunions, hot dogs and s’mores. Instead, we find ourselves socially distanced, masked and untouchable. It is all too surreal.

However, in your airplane you have the ability to socially distance yourself and family member (s) from the humdrum to special places. Even the $$$ burger is still possible if you plan. Many airport and off airport restaurants are open and willing to make it happen.

I have found that always having a mask around my neck allows more mental freedom than I would have thought. Always available and easy to pull up and cover. (We used to practice duck and cover but this is just a little different)

The chapter is not languishing without the gatherings as many of our members are still seeing each other but in smaller groups. The fly-outs provide a destination to enjoy as a group and be separated as necessary.

The board continues to plan on expansion by investing in the Build-n-Fly program headed up by Al Gross. The goal is to interest youngsters 14-17 to be involved in building an r/c flying model and learn how to fly it. More information on this program is located in the newsletter.

The pavers we have purchased are at Sequim Valley airport by the memorial rock as you enter the parking lot. Come by and take a look. You can also go online at https://polarengraving.com/eaa430 and buy a paver for a special person or event.

We will continue to use ZOOM for all of our meetings and gatherings until the county allows in-person gatherings. In the meantime, smile, be thankful, and remember we are pilots and we can get up and go.

Ken