Bob McDonald organised the 2006 Narromine Camp in February. It gave everyone attending a terrific opportunity for some late summer cross country flying before the end of the season. Thirteen people with 9 gliders attended and were rewarded with some top flying and conditions for three of the days.

On Saturday 25 February, showers passed through the entire area, but later in the day excellent soaring conditions prevailed for a couple of hours. Alan Bones, Alan Taylor and a few other pilots had an excellent, short cross country in booming conditions. They had to dodge a few showers to get back to the airfield, though.

On Sunday, the conditions were fair and by Monday, the flying was much improved. I went to Forbes and Tottenham for an enjoyable 300k. Tuesday was also favourable, although the trough had moved back south, cutting off the thermals early around Narromine.

Unfortunately, the weather deteriorated during the last few of days of the week. Only DZ, AR, NB managed to do some local flying to 6000 ft on Thursday and Friday, and all pilots had left for Bathurst by Saturday morning. As Bob McDonald said, “Although I only flew 3 days, the social aspect still made it very pleasant week away. I don't think facilities could have been better.” He is quite right - the caravan park with its self catering amenities and pleasant surroundings made for a comfortable stay. And the flying conditions at Narromine, when they are good, are fantastic. I look forward to next year’s camp.