Paragliding is a sport of contradictions. Physically, it is the least demanding of mountain sports, but it offers a sense of movement and exposure to rival alpine skiing and climbing. Paraglider pilots are an intensely social lot, yet flying itself is a solitary activity. Paragliding seems carefree at first glance, but in truth it is a judgment sport of the highest order.

On a Wing and a Prayer The Mountaineering Roots of Northwest Paragliding Awarded a 2007 Commendation from the U.S. Hang Gliding and Paragliding Association

Flying Stories The Early Days Recollections of the birth of NW paragliding. How to Climb a Mountain Twice in One Day Two air-hogs discover how handy paragliders can be for mountaineering. Dancing With Giants A tale of thermal soaring. Flying at the Other End of Lake Chelan Paragliding in the Wild Cascades. You Should Have Been There! Flying the Oregon coast. Airtime Is Golden XC at the Canadian PG Championships. Bird Stories Aerial encounters with the locals. Indian Summer Highs Autumn flying in the mountains of the Northwest.

Technique Ski Flying Tree Self-Rescue Gloating Weather Forecasting Explained Safety Paragliders and Rowing Boats Listening to that Little Voice of Warning Grief What-if Why Can't We Get a Handle on This Safety Thing Flying With Style Miscellany Aerial Addiction Frequently Asked Questions Northwest Paragliding Chronology

Wind and light Inland hills By the sea Alpine heights Cross country Just for fun

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