Larry Dighera wrote:

I think the confusion in this thread is a result of not knowing what
ATC actually said. Perhaps Mr. Lee could provide that. Did ATC say,
"Cleared for the Cortez 1 VFR arrival? Did ATC say "cleared" at all?

Actually Larry I was trying to resolve any misunderstanding BEFORE I
fly there. I just posted some info about someone who did this
recently but realize that my statement of wording is second hand and
may contain errors.

Your request makes sense.

Ron Lee