On Feb 4, 4:15*pm, Tuno wrote:
I just got off the phone with my FSDO.

I made the mistake of stating on my program letter that, in addition
to the specific contest-oriented dates, places & locations already on
the letter, I would also conduct flights "for my own enjoyment".

He pointed out to me that flights "for my own enjoyment" are not
authorized by my aircraft limitations. Only actual racing, and
proficiency flights in preparation thereof, are permitted.

Well, I sit corrected! No more fun flights in my glider. Serious ****
only!

(Mr M, if you troll this web page, please understand I don't blame
this on you -- I know you're just following the rules. But the
situation is, well, laughable. My letter will be revised and
resubmitted with unseen winks and nudges.)

ted/2NO

That is quite correct.

More specifically from FAA Order 8130.2

(31) All proficiency/practice flights must be conducted within the
geographical area described
in the applicant’s program letter and any amendments to that letter,
but no portion of that area will be
more than 300 nautical miles from the aircraft’s home base airport. An
exception is permitted for
proficiency flying outside of the area stated above for organized
formation flying, training, or pilot
checkout in conjunction with a specific event listed in the
applicant’s program letter (or amendments).
The program letter should indicate the location and dates for this
proficiency flying.
(Applicability: Group I; group III under 800 horsepower)

(35) Proficiency flights are authorized without geographical
restrictions when conducted in
preparation for participation in sanctioned meets and pursuant to
qualify for Federal Aeronautique
International (FAI) or Soaring Society of America (SSA) awards. These
flights may only take place as
defined in the applicant’s program letter, and prior to the specific
FAI or SSA event. The pilot in
command must submit a description of the intended route and/or
geographical area intended to be flown
to the local FSDO.
(Applicability: Group I, gliders only)