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u u Signature Date Address: Email flying: where Park Address (City, State, Zip Code) Name Washington State Parks hang gliders in state parks. I have read and understand the summary of rules for use of paragliders and year from date of signature staff is not available, please deposit in pay station.Registration is valid for one Before flying, please complete registrationpark form and deliver to park staff. If Steptoe Butte State Park for paraglider and hang glider use Registration Paraglidingand hang gliding in Washington State Parks

Connect with us on social media Telephone number www.twitter.com/WAStatePks www.facebook.com/WashingtonStateParks www.youtube.com/WashingtonStateParks www.instagram.com/WAStatePks S 159357 S 159357 Share your stories and photos: Adventure Awaits.com 2017 2018 159357 If you would like to support Washington State Parks 159357 S even more, please consider making a Steptoe Butte S donation when renewing your license plate tabs. You State Park 2020 also may place a check in a donation box when you 2019 visit state parks. Donations are a significant part of the State Parks budget and are needed to keep your parks open and operating. Thank you, and enjoy. Registration to fly a paraglider or hang glider For more info, visit www.parks.state..wa.us/donations Before taking to the sky, you must complete Washington State and return the attached registration form to Parks and Recreation Commission Washington State Parks. You must carry a copy P.O. Box 42650 of the completed registration with you when Olympia, WA 98504-2650 paragliding or hang gliding in an approved (360) 902-8500 www.parks.state.wa.us state park. Registration forms are also • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • available at the park office during posted Commission members: Ken Bounds Mark O. Brown office hours. You may also register online Sophia Danenberg Michael Latimer at www.parks.state.wa.us. Steve S. Milner Diana Perez Fort Ebey Lucinda S. Whaley Agency director: Don Hoch State Park Mail hard copy registration form to: All Washington state parks are developed and Washington State Parks and maintained for the enjoyment of all people. Recreation Commission To request this brochure in an alternative format, please call P.O. Box 42650 (360) 902-8844 or the Washington Telecommunications Relay Service at (800) 833-6388. Olympia, WA 98504-2650 P&R 45-67001-01 (10/20) www.parks.state.wa.us

Come take to Rules and regulations Washington State Parks rules Flying paragliders and hang gliders is WAC 352-32-130 – Use of aircraft in the clouds regulated within state parks by Washington Washington state parks Experienced paragliders and hang gliders who Administrative Code (WAC) and by • Comply with the registration process have their own gear can take off from Fort Flagler Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Rules. provided for such purposes; (paragliding), Fort Ebey (paragliding) and Steptoe Information defining airspace can be found • Observe all applicable laws and regulations, Butte (paragliding and hang gliding) state parks. in the Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM). including Washington State Parks rules; Both historic forts are at the northern entrance to Pilots must read and abide by all applicable • Never destroy or disturb park facilities, Puget Sound, and the views are unparalleled. laws and regulations: natural features, or historical or The shape of Steptoe Butte, surrounded by low hills, archaeological resources; can make for superb wind conditions. • Conduct themselves with thoughtfulness, Federal rules courtesy and consideration for others, and Soaring under your wing, catching thermals and sitting Gliders must comply with FAA controlled not interfere with other recreational activities; in your harness, you may spot Key Peninsula, Camano airspace restrictions. Island, Fort Worden, Fort Casey and the snow-capped • Conduct themselves in compliance with the Olympic Mountains from the forts. The colorful Palouse • No flying over any congested area of a city, following basic safety regulations: Hills roll out to the horizon from Steptoe Butte. town or settlement; • Comply with specific site operational • No flying over any open-air assembly of restrictions that are posted; Things to remember... persons; • Fly in a manner consistent with the pilot • Paragliding and hang gliding are permitted only at • May not enter controlled airspace without rating held; designated locations within approved state parks. prior authorization from the controlling • Preplanned landings should be made in areas authority; no smaller than 40 feet wide by 100 feet long; • A Discover Pass is needed for vehicle access to Gliders must comply with visual flight • Make preflight checks of weather, equipment Washington state parks. The fine for not displaying requirements as outlined in AIM and CFR. the pass is $99. For information and exemptions, and site conditions; please visit the Discover Pass website at • Code of Federal Regulations Title 14 Part 103 • Observe all published traffic and right of way www.discoverpass.wa.gov. – ultralight vehicles; flight guidelines, including yielding right of • Code of Federal Regulations Title 14 Part way to all aircraft; • Comply with basic safety regulations. 91.155(c) – Basic visual flight requirements • Wear protective clothing, headgear, Coast (VFR) weather minimums; • Observe flight rules and regulations as outlined Guard-approved flotation gear, reserve in Part 103. • Aeronautical Information Manual – Chapter parachute, supplemental oxygen and 3. Airspace, airspace defined. communication equipment as appropriate for • Preplanned landings should be made in defined conditions; areas (see posted park maps). • Fly in a manner that does not create a hazard • Use proper safety equipment, including for other persons or property; helmet and radio. • Fly only during daylight hours, or hours otherwise specified by posting at the site; • Park visitors may enter or be present in a • Do not fly over congested areas of parks or state park area only during designated hours of operation. open air assembly of persons; • Fly only in designated areas of parks; • Be respectful and courteous to other • Fly with visual reference to the ground visitors; do not interfere with other surface at all times; recreational activities. • Do not tether paragliders or hang gliders to • All Washington state laws are enforced in the ground or other stable non-movable object; Washington state parks. Fort Flagler State Park • Do not fly while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.