Some additional clarification:

– Don’t fly east of where Hwy 18 goes up-mountain from San Bernadino to Crestline.  Consider it a longitude and Do Not cross to the east of it.  There is still CAL FIRE aircraft activity and we will not get in their way.  We also do not want the risk of anyone landing out in the fire affected zone (closure area).

– Further on the above point, DO NOT fly east and claim that you are north of Highway 18 (Rim of the World Scenic Hwy). The two risks previously sated above apply. DON’T DO IT.

– If you use a launch to the north that that leads to XC routes to the north (Blackhawk), you should be both launching and flying well clear of the closure area.  Be certain that your launch and your intended flight keep you clear of the closure area and at no risk of landing out within the closure area, as long as you accomplish that there should be no issues.

– When climbing over Marshall peak or behind it and you intend to transition to the back ridge, you must stay west of Hwy 18.  Notice the little dog leg at the far west limit of the closure area? That’s Panorama Point and we all typically fly right over that.  I know it’s hard, but DON’T DO IT.  If you can’t stay west of Hwy 18 completely then don’t attempt flying to the back ridge, stay out front!

We’ve all been given a chance to continue enjoying free flight at our club despite a major fire, don’t mess it up by attempting to skirt the rules.  There will be eyes on us, so fly safely and make good choices.  Even if someone lands out well clear of the closure area, that can still have negative implications if a rescue is required.  Have fun, but let’s keep it low-key and not take any unnecessary risks.