The Clifton District of the Apache Sitgreaves National Forest has partnered with the APA and RAF to open this awesome ranch. If you have followed our previous articles on this site, you know that it is a gem of American Southwestern history. Its 2400’ backcountry airstrip will enable the aviation community to play a major role in the preservation of the structures, cemetery and rusting relics that comprise this incredible piece of history. Plan on enjoying a very special weekend! 

Mark Spencer – RAF State Liaison 
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Airstrip: 30x2400’ at 4800’ elevation.

Activities:

• Plan on exploring the area’s 1000 year history of human activity, look, touch, and leave it where you found it!
  
• Take part in our conversations with the Forest Service and help shape the pilot community’s future involvement and preservation work at this incredible site.
• Enjoy stories from the locals around the evening camp fire. Bring your guitars and other instruments!

Food: Potluck

 Camping:  A port-a-john will be available for convenience. Other than that, this is roughing it under the stars! Bring insect repellant and plan for warm days and cool nights. Snakes may be prevalent at this time of year. The APA will provide bottled water.

Comply with “Leave No Trace Land Ethics” for more information go to http://lnt.org/learn/7-principles

Weather: Greenlee County Airport (KCFT) is approx. 19.5 NM SE of Eagle Creek. WX AWOS-3: 119.05 (928-687-1116)

Safety: Download and read the Double Circle Safety Brochure

Snakes can be prevalent in this area! Flashlights are a must, and tent camping is recommended.

Liability Waver:  If you have not completed the APA Liability Waiver, please download and mail, email, or fax to 520-826-3101.

Contacts:

Mark at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 520.826.2112

Tommy at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 602.708.2040

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