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By late morning or early afternoon, the wind usually shifts and comes from the S. Now, the takeoff area is a mile from the glider tiedowns. This used to mean that the gliders had to be moved down the runway. With last year's addition of a taxiway, this process became much easier. However, the takeoff to the south is uphill, which can be marginal for a weak towplane and a ballasted glider. In the event of a rope break, there is no place to land except in the sagebrush.
The tiedown area at Parowan can accommodate 12 to 15 gliders. This is adequate most of the time. The situation will improve before the upcoming summer, as a large new tiedown area will be paved. Tows are available most of the time.
The FBO at Parowan is Dave Norwood, a very pleasant fellow. Although he no longer is the one providing the tows, he is the best source of information about tows (and anything else). His number is 435-477-8911.
Where to Stay
There are two motels in Parowan, the Swiss Village Inn and the Days Inn. There are a few restaurants, including the Parowan Café, which has good food and good prices and is within walking distance of the Swiss Village Inn. There are a number of motels and restaurants in Cedar City.
Events
Southern California groups such as Skid Row and Soarfari make trips to Parowan every year or two. Karl Striedieck is so enthusiastic about the area that he is arranging the Region 9 Regionals at Parowan on June 10 through 26, 2004. More information about the contest can be found at http://parowan.soaringweb.net/.
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