New Member Information
For queries about joining the Utah Soaring Association, please see How to Join or contact our new member coordinator Shalyn Drake (Onboarding and Outreach Committee), 801-678-8452 or email Shalyn.
General Information
(435) 610-2002 info@utahsoaring.org
USA members will find contact information for any member on Pilot Schedule
For inquires to the board, please email bod@utahsoaring.org
USA Responsibilities
| Committee | People | Responsibilities |
|---|---|---|
| Airports | Jonathan (chair), Mike, Robert | airport relations, glider stewards, glider placement, instructor coordination |
| Gliders | Robert (chair), Bret, Mike, Rob | gliders and trailers purchase and maintenance |
| Safety | Mike (chair), Jonathan, Rob | FORs, accidents, club insurance |
| Social | John (chair), Bret, Robert | socializing including airport gatherings, work parties, socials |
| Tech | Rob (chair), Bret, Mike | online tools, website, records, SSA, seminars/meetings, communication |
| President | Bret | bylaws, elections, member insurance, glider scheduling, onboarding |
USA Board and Officers
| Bret Hess | President | Board Member exp 2027 |
| Jonathan Foster | Vice President | Board Member exp 2026 |
| Rob Eckel | Secretary SSA membership | Board Member exp 2026 |
| John Ackerson | Treasurer | Board Member exp 2027 |
| Robert Kidd | Maintenance Chair | Board Member exp 2027 |
| Lynn Alley | Chief Instructor | |
| Mike Hendron | Safety Officer | safety@utahsoaring.org |
| Shalyn Drake | New Member Coordinator | info@utahsoaring.org |