A good site intro at Mt. Tam should include the following:
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A tour of all three launch sites, including a discussion of wind conditions for each site.
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A good view of the LZ, with north and south end points clearly indicated.
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A discussion of where public beach access is available.
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A description of normal flight paths, including where flying is allowed, and where the airspace is restricted.
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Information about where thermals and/or soaring is likely. Warnings about where turbulence and sink is likely.
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Advice about potential wind conditions, including gradients and turbulence. A discussion of where and when rotors are likely.
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A discussion of favorable and unfavorable weather conditions.
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A discussion of relevant rules, including the number and type of gliders allowed to set up at each launch site, and a recommendation that pilots on the beach assist the landings of others.
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For newer pilots, a discussion of beach landing approaches and techniques.