The wind was blowing from the north when we awoke this morning, and the sky was full of broken clouds - almost looked like we were heading for rapid overdevelopment. What was really happening was a high pressure area moving across northern Alberta, and there was nothing but blue heading our way.  The contest committee decided it was not the right day for a contest, with infrequent thermals, a narrow lift band, and strong northerly winds.

After breaking the bad news about the weather at the pilot's meeting this morning, we had discussions about safe flying in contests, and particularly close to the ground (applicable to all flying, not just contests).

There was a small amount of club flying during the day, but the near 90 degree cross-wind did not tempt much activity.

This evening we had a pub night at the Chipman Hotel, who put on a great spread for us with numerous types of salads, chili, hamburgers, and deserts. We are lucky at the ESC to have this place close by, they always do a good job of keeping us fed (and watered!).

After supper we were entertained again by some of our talented pilots: Chris Gough and his guitar, accompanied by his partner Denise Vanderkooi; Ben Hornett with his guitar and harmonica, and Ray Troppman with his violin.

Rumour has it that the next four days heading to the contest end should be good!