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3U2 - Johnson Creek, ID Fly-in

Johnson Creek Fly-in

August 19 - 21, 2022

Hosts: Garth Fasano
Contact Garth at 914-610-5226 or visit https://fb.me/e/284X5WKEj

Join us for a trip to Johnson Creek, ID (3U2), for a backcountry trip of a lifetime through Idaho’s Sawtooth Mountains. We will be camping at the pristine airstrip nestled in a valley among towering mountains. This trip requires flying through mountainous terrain, soft field operations, and high density altitudes.

The fly-in will have organized activities while also leaving appropriate free time for pilots and guests to explore the area in a way compatible with their skill sets, aircraft, and interests. Participants should feel free to research the area and discuss with other pilots if they wish to explore more adventurous options.

This is all being coordinated on the Colorado Backcountry Flying Facebook page.

Disclaimer: This fly-in includes mountain flying with soft field and high density altitude operations. You will be camping at the runway and need to be generally self-sufficient with your own food. Water is available at the campground. Supplies can be purchased in nearby Yellow Pine and accessed with courtesy vehicles. The only group organized meal is breakfast on Saturday.

Friday, August 19th: Arrive at Johnson Creek (3U2) in the afternoon. Setup camp and cook your own dinner. There will be a CPA campfire ring (pending fire bans) so consider bringing fixins for s’mores. Please make sure to download, read and bring with you the Johnson Creek Recommended Standard Operating Procedure

	Saturday, August 20th: Morning: Enjoy a quick cup of coffee provided by our hosts (bring some cash for their tip jar) and fly to Smiley Creek (U87) for breakfast at the Smiley Creek Lodge (https://www.smileycreeklodge.com/restaurant). Target arrival for breakfast between 8:30 and 9:00 a.m. After Breakfast: Individual activities to be coordinated on Colorado Backcountry Flying Facebook page. Here are some options to consider: Take a courtesy car to Redfish Lake and enjoy a swim; Fly to Garden Valley (U88) and walk or take the courtesy car to the nearby hot springs; Fly to Stanley for a late lunch and explore the town. Or just hang out in Johnson Creek and enjoy its beauty. Evening: On your own for dinner. Join the CPA by the campfire for BYO libations and discussion.

Sunday August 20th: Morning: Following making your own breakfast, hike to the nearby hot springs for a quick (or longer) soak. Depart at your own timeline and/or density altitude. Accommodations: Pack a tent, sleeping bag, and sleeping pad. In good weather, just sleep under the stars. Transportation & Cost while in Idaho: The airstrips and camping are funded through donations, please consider bringing cash or a check, and spending money for activities in town, Smiley Creek Lodge, and courtesy car fees. Bring some cash to contribute to firewood for evening campfires.

Accommodations: Pack a tent, sleeping bag, and sleeping pad. In good weather we just sleep under the stars. Cancellation Policy: None. Transportation & Cost while in Idaho: The airstrips and camping are funded through donations, please consider bringing cash or a check, and spending money for activities in town, Smiley Creek Lodge, and courtesy car fees. Bring some cash to contribute to firewood for evening campfires. Hosts: Garth Fasano, 914-610-5226 or https://fb.me/e/284X5WKEj for questions.