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Paragliding Wasa Estella, BC
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Located at an elevation of 1813 meters with a height difference of 885 meters, this paragliding site in the Rockies is a popular choice for pilots. It offers regular thermalling conditions and excellent cross-country (XC) potential. Access is possible via 4x4 vehicles and even some 2WD vehicles during the autumn season. In winter, the site is lift-serviced.
The site is known for its XC potential, and you can reach out to experienced pilots like Will Gadd or Peter MacLaren for more information. It is also suitable for SIV (Simulation d'Incident en Vol) training. Top landing is possible but recommended only for expert pilots.
Flights in this region are notable. The South Columbia Trench in Canada has a site record of 60.2 km, with the launch point right above Lazy Lake, accessed via Eastella Mine Road. Ensure you get permission from the landowner, Lloyd Jones, before landing at the Teepee Mountain Ranch, which is the obvious landing zone (LZ). It is crucial to secure permission to avoid jeopardizing the LZ.
Another notable site in the South Columbia Trench has a record of 56.3 km.
For more information, you can visit the West Coast Soaring Club's website or contact them via their forum. Additional XC information is available on Wilder Adventures. For broader contact and information, you can reach out to the British Columbia Paragliding and Hang Gliding Association.
Useful Links:
- [West Coast Soaring Club](https://www.westcoastsoaringclub.com/)
- [West Coast Soaring Club Forum](https://www.westcoastsoaringclub.com/forumnew/search.php?keywords=wasa&sid=5a188646ea6f1e4b50ac1daf488a66cc)
- [Wilder Adventures XC Info](https://www.wilderadventures.com/launch/920/wasa-arrow-creek)
- [British Columbia PG + HG Association](http://www.bchpa.ca/contact-us.html)
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Next optimal sessions
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Wednesday 07 May
06:08
21:09
13h
SW
13 | 17mp/h
3911 m
83 %
14h
SW
12 | 17mp/h
4119 m
100 %
15h
SW
14 | 19mp/h
4448 m
100 %
16h
SW
13 | 18mp/h
4387 m
100 %
17h
SW
13 | 18mp/h
4314 m
100 %
Thursday 08 May
06:06
21:11
06h
SSW
9 | 16mp/h
2423 m
0 %
07h
SSW
10 | 17mp/h
2435 m
0 %
08h
SW
11 | 21mp/h
2716 m
0 %
17h
WSW
12 | 21mp/h
4241 m
100 %
19h
WSW
10 | 10mp/h
3826 m
91 %
20h
SSW
8 | 8mp/h
3521 m
100 %
Friday 09 May
06:05
21:12
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