SAFA Skysailor Magazine

23 SUMMER 2025 | December-January-February SKY SAILOR To give a general idea of what transport costs for other sports, Perisher (Kosciuszko National Park) snowskiing lift passes for one adult will set you back $202 per day, and mountain bike shuttles in Derby, Tasmania, cost $145 per person for two days. Considering this, each pilot’s share for reimbursing their drivers are rather more reasonable. While volunteers are not being paid, they should not be left out of pocket for their efforts to help make your lives easier. Volunteer drivers are an integral part of the team, we should treat them with respect and show our appreciation by paying appropriate reimbursements. If you want to shine in the eyes of your driver, purchase them a comp T-shirt, so they remember you next time you ask for help. When you do all these things, drivers will be happy to offer their help and you won’t be madly scrambling to find someone at the last minute. For guidance on what we think are appropriate reimbursements, see our Guidelines at HG Comps.com. And keep hang gliding awesome! All photos: Supplied courtesy of Tracey Meyer