Flight Intent and Arrival
A private pilot elected to obtain additional cross-country and mountain flying time by flying to Cle Elum, Washington. Upon arrival, she flew over the airport and observed the wind sock to be limp.
Approach and Go-Around
While on approach to Runway 25, the pilot decided she was too low and executed a go-around. She reported adding full power, raising the flaps, and attempting to climb over trees.
Stall and Impact
At about that time, she heard the stall warning horn. She reported lowering the nose; however, the aircraft settled into the trees and was substantially damaged.
Pilot Background
The pilot had received a private certificate approximately six months earlier. This would have been her first landing at Cle Elum.