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Sagebrush bench airstrip work set; backcountry fly‑in planned for October
Summary
Committee members described scheduled surveys and grading for the Sagebrush bench airstrip (site survey Aug. 20; grading Sept. 22–23) and a backcountry fly‑in planned for Oct. 11 that organizers expect will draw 70–80 planes. Members discussed logistics to keep non‑aircraft traffic off the strip.
Committee members reported concrete plans for improvements to the Sagebrush bench airstrip and preparations for an organized backcountry fly‑in.
S5 described two project dates: an Aug. 20 survey trip to assess the airstrip and a Sept. 22–23 work session to grade and prepare the strip. He said the backcountry fly‑in is scheduled for Oct. 11 and that organizers are advertising year‑round; S5 said the event team expects “70 to 80 planes” and that pilots will use the airstrip and local airport facilities such as Huntington Airport for breakfast and staging.
Members discussed protecting the runway from ATV impacts and using berms and signs to channel vehicle traffic away from the strip. They agreed to coordinate with backcountry pilot groups to confirm equipment needs and to ensure that grading and advertising align with safety and land‑use rules. The group also discussed staging, parking and the feasibility of temporary barriers to prevent off‑road vehicles from cutting the airstrip.
No formal permits or funding decisions were recorded during this meeting; members said they will confirm logistics with pilots and bring any needed permit requests to a future meeting.
