You may know that our own Cory Miller lost being elected last fall to the BFA board by just 3 votes to Gary Eaton. Gary was forced for medical reasons to recently resign the position of Western Region Director. When this happens the BFA Board appoints someone to complete the term.
At Thursday's WAS's BBQ/Meeting it was announced that Cory was being considered for the Position. Paul Cheatham, a visiting Pilot from California, also announced that he was being considered. At this point I was beginning to look forward to some serious arm wrestling or some other form of entertainment to settle this situation. Paul settled it by saying he was declining and throwing his support to Cory.
Later, Cory received a call from the BFA Board announcing his appointment to the position of BFA Western Director to complete Gary Eaton's term.
WAY TO GO CORY ! Congratulations and I hope you're looking forward to some exciting times ahead. I belive this shatters the glass ceiling that dictated that only 'Pilots' were qualified to sit on the board.
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Allstate Festival of Balloons
Thursday nights "BBQ" was a bit different this year as one of the Festival's Sponsors, California Kitchen, catered the dinner. Everyone enjoyed a variety of Pizza's, breads and salads. Many thanks to Cory for organizing the evening and to WAS members for your help and participation.
Festival flights occured on Saturday and Sunday mornings. We got 'weathered out' on Friday. The weekend flights gave our communities a great show with the balloons scattering over a wide area. The 'record' for long distance was a toss up between Bill Woodhead flying WWJD to Canby on Saturday, and Michael Blum flying Betty Bovine to Gladstone on Sunday with a splash and dash in Lake Oswego along the way.
Both Friday and Saturday's night glows came off great. With less than perfect conditions we stood up the Corporate Balloons on Friday and scattered other baskets around the field. On Saturday everyone who participated stood up their balloons a little before dark and had a wonderful time entertaining the crowd. Darren Kling (ReMax), Kevin Knapp (Mayflower) and Michael Blum (Beemster Cheese) lined their balloons across the field and did an all-in-one stand up. Once they were up the remainder of the field stood up their balloons.
Our own Laura Hancock received the Brick Morgan Memorial Sportsmanship Award for delighting neighborhood kids with tethered rides after landing in their neighborhood on both Saturday and Sunday. On Saturday she entertained the kids for over an hour and half until her fuel tanks ran dry. Way to show the "Ballooning Spirit" Laura.
Many thanks to all our members who participated in one form or another. See y'all next year.
Festival flights occured on Saturday and Sunday mornings. We got 'weathered out' on Friday. The weekend flights gave our communities a great show with the balloons scattering over a wide area. The 'record' for long distance was a toss up between Bill Woodhead flying WWJD to Canby on Saturday, and Michael Blum flying Betty Bovine to Gladstone on Sunday with a splash and dash in Lake Oswego along the way.
Both Friday and Saturday's night glows came off great. With less than perfect conditions we stood up the Corporate Balloons on Friday and scattered other baskets around the field. On Saturday everyone who participated stood up their balloons a little before dark and had a wonderful time entertaining the crowd. Darren Kling (ReMax), Kevin Knapp (Mayflower) and Michael Blum (Beemster Cheese) lined their balloons across the field and did an all-in-one stand up. Once they were up the remainder of the field stood up their balloons.
Our own Laura Hancock received the Brick Morgan Memorial Sportsmanship Award for delighting neighborhood kids with tethered rides after landing in their neighborhood on both Saturday and Sunday. On Saturday she entertained the kids for over an hour and half until her fuel tanks ran dry. Way to show the "Ballooning Spirit" Laura.
Many thanks to all our members who participated in one form or another. See y'all next year.
Saturday, June 13, 2009
Allstate Festival of Balloons
Today amid the mist and raindrops another successful crew school was held for those volunteering to crew at the Allstate Festival of Balloons next weekend.
One more giant step toward next weekend's fun filled activities.
Many thanks go to Marilyn Barnhart and Judy Ell for their work to recruit, organize and assign our volunteers.
A special thanks to Carmen Blakely and Cheryl Isaacs for conducting the school.
And of course thanks to Jesse Rafn who was 'recruited' to be the crew chief and pilot for the on hands inflation demonstration.
Well done. Thanks everyone.
Jim Smith
Director, Balloon Operations
Festival Of Balloons In Tigard
Tigard, Oregon
www.TigardBalloon.org
(503) 590-5250
Jim@pachigh.com
One more giant step toward next weekend's fun filled activities.
Many thanks go to Marilyn Barnhart and Judy Ell for their work to recruit, organize and assign our volunteers.
A special thanks to Carmen Blakely and Cheryl Isaacs for conducting the school.
And of course thanks to Jesse Rafn who was 'recruited' to be the crew chief and pilot for the on hands inflation demonstration.
Well done. Thanks everyone.
Jim Smith
Director, Balloon Operations
Festival Of Balloons In Tigard
Tigard, Oregon
www.TigardBalloon.org
(503) 590-5250
Jim@pachigh.com
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
Jefferson Mint Festival Flyout
Arrangements have been made to have a informal balloon flyout as an added attraction to the Jefferson Mint Festival, flying from the Jefferson High School. Date is July 25th. There are no sponsors -- i.e., no money for pilots. However, rides will be offered to the public at $180/person. I will be putting up handbills around town. Pilots and crew are welcome to camp out at the LeDouxs -- just let us know. After the flyout those that want to will join the parade. So plan on some decorations. Theme is "150 Years of Hoppiness." Website is www.mintfestival.com. Let Marianne (541-327-2907) know if you plan to come and how many paying passengers you would like (or arrange for your own paying passengers).
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Breaking News
Special shape "Arky" is coming to the Albany rally on Saturday August 29th. In today's economy this ia a very big boost for the event. We are so excited and a big thank you to Bill Woodhead who is the owner, pilot and driving force to make this happen.
Memorial Day at Jefferson
I just gotta say -- we have the very best pilots and crew here in the PNW! Seven balloons flew from Jefferson High School on Monday. Due to the critical time of the year for crops, the landing sites were the Albany airport, Timber Linn Park or several small areas around the airport. Four landed on the airport in a nice neat row, two landed in park and the other made it to a manufactured home park. We had very fast upper winds - reports of 19, 22, 26 mph. The flights were fast and short, time-wise. About 7 miles as the crow files. We ended the morning with a nice after flight brunch at local crew John and Margie's house. Thank you to all, you made me proud.
Monday, May 11, 2009
Walla Walla Balloon Stampede Day 2 and 3
Saturday Evening, about 7 balloons gathered in hopes of having an afternoon flight. The winds were forcasted to start dying off as it got later into the day. Around 6:00 pm winds were pretty light and so the inflating began. We had an amazing afternoon flight that lasted about an hour.
The glow was a huge success. Winds were down to about 1-2 for the glow.
Sunday Morning winds were around 2-3 for the launch. All balloons lifted off and many had the chance to land and trade out passengers. Many of the balloons again landed at the airport.
A huge thank you to Jerry Cummings for all of his countless hours in putting this together. He worked with the chamber to help them run an excellent event. Also, a huge thank you to all of the volunteer crew that came out day and night to help this event become a success. We could not have done it without you.
The glow was a huge success. Winds were down to about 1-2 for the glow.
Sunday Morning winds were around 2-3 for the launch. All balloons lifted off and many had the chance to land and trade out passengers. Many of the balloons again landed at the airport.
A huge thank you to Jerry Cummings for all of his countless hours in putting this together. He worked with the chamber to help them run an excellent event. Also, a huge thank you to all of the volunteer crew that came out day and night to help this event become a success. We could not have done it without you.
Saturday, May 9, 2009
WAS Balloons is now on Twitter
If you have Twitter look for WAS Balloons on Twitter. I will keep this pretty current. This will be great for club functions and flights
Walla Walla Balloon Stampede
This is the 35th year of the Walla Walla Balloon Stampede. This year, close to 40 balloons will partake in the festival.
We arrived late Thursday night. Friday morning rolled around pretty fast and we headed to the launch field. Every year, they have all of the balloons go to various schools around Walla Walla and launch from there. 5-6 balloons per school.
The forecast winds were a little faster than most felt comfortable in, but there were 7 balloons that launched and had a great flight. Most of the balloons landing at the airport.
Day 2 of the event- Saturday- Winds were a lot calmer from yesterday. All 40 balloons were together for todays launch. 2 waves to get them all of the ground. Gentle winds at takeoff but at the landing they were beginning to pick up. Most of the balloons landed at the airport just off the runway. Now comes the adventure- getting to the balloon at the airport. If you have never flown here, they have a crew class that tells how to gain access to the airport. Since it is an active runway, you have to be escorted back to the balloon and then once packed up if the escort vehicle is not around, you must turn towards the tower with your headlights on. He will then come and escort you. Since most of the balloons landed there today, They had several escort vehicles coming and going.
The weather looks good for afternoon flights tonight and looks great for the glow.
Check back tomorrow and I will report on the afternoon flights, glow, and Sunday's Flight
We arrived late Thursday night. Friday morning rolled around pretty fast and we headed to the launch field. Every year, they have all of the balloons go to various schools around Walla Walla and launch from there. 5-6 balloons per school.
The forecast winds were a little faster than most felt comfortable in, but there were 7 balloons that launched and had a great flight. Most of the balloons landing at the airport.
Day 2 of the event- Saturday- Winds were a lot calmer from yesterday. All 40 balloons were together for todays launch. 2 waves to get them all of the ground. Gentle winds at takeoff but at the landing they were beginning to pick up. Most of the balloons landed at the airport just off the runway. Now comes the adventure- getting to the balloon at the airport. If you have never flown here, they have a crew class that tells how to gain access to the airport. Since it is an active runway, you have to be escorted back to the balloon and then once packed up if the escort vehicle is not around, you must turn towards the tower with your headlights on. He will then come and escort you. Since most of the balloons landed there today, They had several escort vehicles coming and going.
The weather looks good for afternoon flights tonight and looks great for the glow.
Check back tomorrow and I will report on the afternoon flights, glow, and Sunday's Flight
Sunday, April 26, 2009
April 26th
Another light and variable flight today. 4 Balloons launched from the field and had a quite pleasant flight to the Northeast. Varying speeds and steerage made for a very enjoyable flight. Three of us landed within a hundred yards or so from each other and the other was having so much fun they flew a bit further.
The fields are as Barb says in their full "WOW" stage. The Festival has been extended one more week so let's hope for good weather for one more fantastic flight over the Tulips.
The fields are as Barb says in their full "WOW" stage. The Festival has been extended one more week so let's hope for good weather for one more fantastic flight over the Tulips.
Sunday, April 12, 2009
Tulip Festival extended
Due to the lateness of the blooms, the Wooden Shoe is extending the festival thru May 3rd.
Gives us one more weekend to get flights in from there.
Keep your hopes up for flyable weather next weekend.
Gives us one more weekend to get flights in from there.
Keep your hopes up for flyable weather next weekend.
Sunday, April 5, 2009
Light & variable down low today - Sunday
Despite varying forecasts, today's flight from the Wooden Shoe was delightful. L&V down low, some moderate speed higher up. Some steerage. Today's flight 1 1/2 hours from the field to near Hwy 214 just east of Woodburn.
Happy Birthday to Howard Gerber who with his wife Jennifer were our passengers today.
Connor & Jordon attempted to be stow-away's, but were discovered and booted out.
Not many blooms, but a ton of other neat things to do. Visit www.woodenshoe.com for daily updates.
Happy Birthday to Howard Gerber who with his wife Jennifer were our passengers today.
Connor & Jordon attempted to be stow-away's, but were discovered and booted out.
Not many blooms, but a ton of other neat things to do. Visit www.woodenshoe.com for daily updates.
Saturday, April 4, 2009
Nice flight Saturday
Nice flight this morning from the Tulip Fields. Tim Gale, Jerry Gobet and I had fun.
Not much (read hardly any) color yet, but buds will open soon if we get a couple warm days.
Suggestion: Come early, land early. Morning breeze is kicking up fairly early. Light winds today (6 max on my flight). Flew almost 1 1/2 hours. By the time we got packed up flags were standing straight out. Very common for this part of the valley.
31 degrees on the field this morning and fields are muddy (duhhh).
Hope to see everyone out soon.
Not much (read hardly any) color yet, but buds will open soon if we get a couple warm days.
Suggestion: Come early, land early. Morning breeze is kicking up fairly early. Light winds today (6 max on my flight). Flew almost 1 1/2 hours. By the time we got packed up flags were standing straight out. Very common for this part of the valley.
31 degrees on the field this morning and fields are muddy (duhhh).
Hope to see everyone out soon.
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
LOOOOOOOOOOOking Gooood
Early forecast for this weekend is looking good.
Let's get out and put some color over the tulips.
Sunrise is 6:45. Let's plan to meet 6:15 at the Tulip Farm.
Nat'l Weather Service long range outlook:
.LONG TERM...NO CHANGES. PREVIOUS DISCUSSION FOLLOWS... BIG STORY FOR THE EXTENDED FORECAST IS THE WARMER...DRIER WEATHER THAT APPEARS TO BE ON TAP FOR NEXT WEEKEND. WILL HAVE SOME SHOWERS LINGERING IN THE HIGHER TERRAIN THROUGH LATE FRI AM IN THE WAKE OF AN UPPER TROUGH...BUT THESE WILL DIE OFF QUICKLY AS H5 HEIGHTS BUILD OVER THE PAC NW FRI AFTERNOON AND EVENING. BY FRI EVENING MODELS DIG A VIGOROUS UPPER LEVEL TROUGH INTO THE NE PAC NEAR 140W...ALLOWING A STRONG RIDGE TO BUILD DOWNSTREAM OVER THE PAC NW. THIS WILL BRING DRY...AND WARMER CONDITIONS BACK TO THE FORECAST AREA JUST IN TIME FOR THE WEEKEND. GIVEN THE MODEL CONSISTENCY WITH RESPECT TO THIS COMING SAT...A FORECAST OF MOSTLY CLEAR SKIES WITH HIGHS AROUND 60 DEGREES FOR THE VALLEY CERTAINLY SEEMS REASONABLE AT THIS POINT. ON AN EVEN MORE POSITIVE NOTE I TRENDED THE WEEKEND FORECAST TOWARDS THE EUROPEAN...WHICH WOULD SUGGEST THAT SUCH NICE WEATHER WILL EXTEND INTO SUNDAY AS WELL.
Let's get out and put some color over the tulips.
Sunrise is 6:45. Let's plan to meet 6:15 at the Tulip Farm.
Nat'l Weather Service long range outlook:
.LONG TERM...NO CHANGES. PREVIOUS DISCUSSION FOLLOWS... BIG STORY FOR THE EXTENDED FORECAST IS THE WARMER...DRIER WEATHER THAT APPEARS TO BE ON TAP FOR NEXT WEEKEND. WILL HAVE SOME SHOWERS LINGERING IN THE HIGHER TERRAIN THROUGH LATE FRI AM IN THE WAKE OF AN UPPER TROUGH...BUT THESE WILL DIE OFF QUICKLY AS H5 HEIGHTS BUILD OVER THE PAC NW FRI AFTERNOON AND EVENING. BY FRI EVENING MODELS DIG A VIGOROUS UPPER LEVEL TROUGH INTO THE NE PAC NEAR 140W...ALLOWING A STRONG RIDGE TO BUILD DOWNSTREAM OVER THE PAC NW. THIS WILL BRING DRY...AND WARMER CONDITIONS BACK TO THE FORECAST AREA JUST IN TIME FOR THE WEEKEND. GIVEN THE MODEL CONSISTENCY WITH RESPECT TO THIS COMING SAT...A FORECAST OF MOSTLY CLEAR SKIES WITH HIGHS AROUND 60 DEGREES FOR THE VALLEY CERTAINLY SEEMS REASONABLE AT THIS POINT. ON AN EVEN MORE POSITIVE NOTE I TRENDED THE WEEKEND FORECAST TOWARDS THE EUROPEAN...WHICH WOULD SUGGEST THAT SUCH NICE WEATHER WILL EXTEND INTO SUNDAY AS WELL.
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Wooden Shoe Opening Weekend March 28,29
This weekend is the first opportunity to fly the Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival.
Mother Nature however doesn't seem to want to cooperate. A storm will pass thru on Saturday and linger on into Sunday with associated moisture and windy conditions.
Rather than risking a wet balloon I will hold off flying until the following weekend. However for the more adventuresome, the Festival would love to see some color.
Mother Nature however doesn't seem to want to cooperate. A storm will pass thru on Saturday and linger on into Sunday with associated moisture and windy conditions.
Rather than risking a wet balloon I will hold off flying until the following weekend. However for the more adventuresome, the Festival would love to see some color.
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Madras Collage of Culture Will not happen in 2009
I just received a call from the Madras Chamber to let me know that the 2009 Collage of Culture has been suspended. They are going to revisit the idea in Sept. 2009 and hopefully take place again in 2010.
All pilots that participated in the event last year will be receiving a letter to explain this as well.
Another unfortunate sign of the economy these days.
All pilots that participated in the event last year will be receiving a letter to explain this as well.
Another unfortunate sign of the economy these days.
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Free Topo Maps from the USGS
I am passing this information along today that I found out from a friend. You can download free topo maps that have street names overlayed in it.
I think this would be perfect for if you are flying in a new area. The maps are in pdf format and you can print them from your computer
Here is the address
http://store.usgs.gov/b2c_usgs/b2c/display/(layout=6_1_61_50_2&uiarea=2&ctype=areaDetails&carea=%24ROOT)/.do
I think this would be perfect for if you are flying in a new area. The maps are in pdf format and you can print them from your computer
Here is the address
http://store.usgs.gov/b2c_usgs/b2c/display/(layout=6_1_61_50_2&uiarea=2&ctype=areaDetails&carea=%24ROOT)/.do
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
THE TRADITION CONTINUES
Each year the Balloon federation of America offers a number of scholarships. Applications for this year's program will be due soon. The following information is provided from the BFA Youth Program web site.
It is my pleasure on behalf of the Balloon Federation of America Youth Programs to announce that the tradition of awarding scholastic achievement scholarships will be continuing during 2008/2009! The BFA Scholarship Program is proud to provide the opportunity to eligible BFA Hi-Flyers for financial assistance towards educational opportunities in aviation as well as college or trade school.
Three scholarships are available:
The Bill Murtorff Aviation Education Scholarship
Awarded annually. The deadline for applications is July 1, 2009. The scholarship recipient will be announced and funds disbursed during October 2009. The purpose of this scholarship is to assist with the financial support for the BFA Hi-Flyer to attend a Part 141 Flight Training School. Amount of award will not exceed $500.00. *Recipient must currently hold a student pilot certificate and be actively pursuing a private pilot lighter-than-air certificate. Recipient must be a Hi-Flyer with membership current at time of application and award.
The Balloon Federation of America Scholastic Scholarship
Awarded annually. The deadline for applications is July 1, 2009. Scholarship recipient will be announced and funds disbursed during October 2009. The purpose of this scholarship is to assist with the financial support of a BFA Hi-Flyer pursuing an associate or bachelor degree. Amount of award will not exceed $500.00.
Earl MacPherson Memorial Scholarship.
Friends and family of Earl MacPherson, in honor of his committment to our sport, have established the Earl MacPherson Memorial to the BFA Junior Balloonist Scholarship. Earl not only raised his family in our sport but he counseled many of us in the name of safety so it was heartfelt that his should become a name our youth know too. The Earl MacPherson Memorial Scholarship will support young balloon enthusiasts seeking to expand their piloting and academic knowledge by permitting them to attend camps, piloting seminar and ground school opportunities, or college.
Those selected to benefit from the scholarship will be Balloon Federation of America youth program members with current membership in good standing. Acceptable academic achievement will be considered as will involvement with organizations outside of ballooning. Once the scholarship is funded, the application process will begin.
To apply:
Submit a grade report from the current school year
Document involvement in school or civic activities outside of ballooning
Write an essay explaining why you are a good candidate to receive the Bill Murtorff Scholastic Scholarship.
Document any extenuating circumstances you feel the committee should consider when evaluating your application.
Include number of years involved in the junior balloonist/hi-flyer program
Hold current membership at time of application and award
Be eligible to attend a college or trade school in 2009 (have graduated or be eligible for graduation, or earned a GED no later than 6/15/09).
You may download the scholarship application form by clicking here or please send requests for an application packet to: Attn: SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE
BFA OFFICE P.O. Box 400 Indianola, IA 50125 LET YOUR DREAMS CARRY YOU TO NEW HEIGHTS!
Shelley Caraway BFA Youth Program Chair 9/23/08
It is my pleasure on behalf of the Balloon Federation of America Youth Programs to announce that the tradition of awarding scholastic achievement scholarships will be continuing during 2008/2009! The BFA Scholarship Program is proud to provide the opportunity to eligible BFA Hi-Flyers for financial assistance towards educational opportunities in aviation as well as college or trade school.
Three scholarships are available:
The Bill Murtorff Aviation Education Scholarship
Awarded annually. The deadline for applications is July 1, 2009. The scholarship recipient will be announced and funds disbursed during October 2009. The purpose of this scholarship is to assist with the financial support for the BFA Hi-Flyer to attend a Part 141 Flight Training School. Amount of award will not exceed $500.00. *Recipient must currently hold a student pilot certificate and be actively pursuing a private pilot lighter-than-air certificate. Recipient must be a Hi-Flyer with membership current at time of application and award.
The Balloon Federation of America Scholastic Scholarship
Awarded annually. The deadline for applications is July 1, 2009. Scholarship recipient will be announced and funds disbursed during October 2009. The purpose of this scholarship is to assist with the financial support of a BFA Hi-Flyer pursuing an associate or bachelor degree. Amount of award will not exceed $500.00.
Earl MacPherson Memorial Scholarship.
Friends and family of Earl MacPherson, in honor of his committment to our sport, have established the Earl MacPherson Memorial to the BFA Junior Balloonist Scholarship. Earl not only raised his family in our sport but he counseled many of us in the name of safety so it was heartfelt that his should become a name our youth know too. The Earl MacPherson Memorial Scholarship will support young balloon enthusiasts seeking to expand their piloting and academic knowledge by permitting them to attend camps, piloting seminar and ground school opportunities, or college.
Those selected to benefit from the scholarship will be Balloon Federation of America youth program members with current membership in good standing. Acceptable academic achievement will be considered as will involvement with organizations outside of ballooning. Once the scholarship is funded, the application process will begin.
To apply:
Submit a grade report from the current school year
Document involvement in school or civic activities outside of ballooning
Write an essay explaining why you are a good candidate to receive the Bill Murtorff Scholastic Scholarship.
Document any extenuating circumstances you feel the committee should consider when evaluating your application.
Include number of years involved in the junior balloonist/hi-flyer program
Hold current membership at time of application and award
Be eligible to attend a college or trade school in 2009 (have graduated or be eligible for graduation, or earned a GED no later than 6/15/09).
You may download the scholarship application form by clicking here or please send requests for an application packet to: Attn: SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE
BFA OFFICE P.O. Box 400 Indianola, IA 50125 LET YOUR DREAMS CARRY YOU TO NEW HEIGHTS!
Shelley Caraway BFA Youth Program Chair 9/23/08
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Wooden Shoe Annual Tulip Festival
I will be contacting the Wooden Shoe to make arrangements for us to fly from their fields during the annual festival. I'll keep you posted with more details as they develop.
Info about the Festival from their web site www.woodenshoe.com
March 25th through April 26th, 2009
Over 40 Acres of Tulips and Daffodils! Buy cut flowers. Order bulbs for fall planting. Children's Acre.Visit our Gift Shop.
Our favorite time of year is when the tulips bloom! There is nothing like the colors of our tulip fields in the spring. Every year the varieties are arranged differently in a new pattern of color as we rotate our tulip fields to a new location. This spring bring your family and enjoy over 40 Acres of Tulips and Daffodils. Every day enjoy a variety of activities along with our beautiful fields. Each weekend we have planned a variety of events. Check the "Schedule of Events" for a detailed list of daily and weekend activities. Only 45 minutes from Portland and 30 minutes from Salem.
AdmissionWeekends:$10.00 per carloadWeekdays (M-F):$5.00 per carload
Info about the Festival from their web site www.woodenshoe.com
March 25th through April 26th, 2009
Over 40 Acres of Tulips and Daffodils! Buy cut flowers. Order bulbs for fall planting. Children's Acre.Visit our Gift Shop.
Our favorite time of year is when the tulips bloom! There is nothing like the colors of our tulip fields in the spring. Every year the varieties are arranged differently in a new pattern of color as we rotate our tulip fields to a new location. This spring bring your family and enjoy over 40 Acres of Tulips and Daffodils. Every day enjoy a variety of activities along with our beautiful fields. Each weekend we have planned a variety of events. Check the "Schedule of Events" for a detailed list of daily and weekend activities. Only 45 minutes from Portland and 30 minutes from Salem.
AdmissionWeekends:$10.00 per carloadWeekdays (M-F):$5.00 per carload
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Liberty Balloon Ground School Portland Oregon
On February 21, 22, 2009 Liberty Balloon School has scheduled the Private &
Commercial Pilot Ground School in Portland, OR. If you know of a prospective
student balloon pilot who needs this training to pursue their flying goal we
would appreciate you passing this information on to them.
If you are an Alumnus of a previous Liberty Balloon School class we invite
you to come back as a refresher course, and our alumni are always welcome
for only a $50 registration fee. Attendance will qualify for the annual
safety seminar discount on your insurance.
More details available at our web site: www.libertyballoonschool.com or call
us at 845 831 6917 with your questions.
We hope to see you there,
Bill Hughes
Commercial Pilot Ground School in Portland, OR. If you know of a prospective
student balloon pilot who needs this training to pursue their flying goal we
would appreciate you passing this information on to them.
If you are an Alumnus of a previous Liberty Balloon School class we invite
you to come back as a refresher course, and our alumni are always welcome
for only a $50 registration fee. Attendance will qualify for the annual
safety seminar discount on your insurance.
More details available at our web site: www.libertyballoonschool.com or call
us at 845 831 6917 with your questions.
We hope to see you there,
Bill Hughes
Safety Seminar Evergreen Aviation Museum March 14
Registration is now available for the Safety Seminar March 14th at Evergreen Aviation Museum. This is BFA and FAA Sanctioned. Contact Laura or Cory for more details
You can register by going online at www.wasballoon.org/seminar_form.html
You can register by going online at www.wasballoon.org/seminar_form.html
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
BFA Youth Balloon Camp
A note from Shelly Caraway reminds us that it soon will be JB Summer Camp time again.
They are asking for any outdated Sectionals or FAR/AIM books to use at the camp. If you care to donate any material that would assist them you can send/bring it to me and I'll collect and send them a package. Donations are tax deductible.
Thanks
Shelly's note:
It is that time again and we have wonderful news. There are balloon camps scheduled for Michigan and Texas this year! Both camps are set to occur in July and we need your help in getting the word out. The camps are 5 day, co-ed camps. All campers will stay in college dorms under supervision of BFA/SEMBA/AAAA volunteers. The age group will be 13-18 year olds and the camp tuition will run only $395 for the week! Those of you who send kids to camp know what a great deal this is:) Not to worry, there are also scholarships available if needed. BFA/SEMBA member Tom Jones is coordinating the Michigan Camp and I (Shelley
Caraway) am doing the Texas camp.
The campers will complete a teen ground school and tether, weather permitting. They will also get hands on experience with different balloon systems and tour facilities that support ballooning (National Weather Service, repair stations, meteorological sites, etc). We need help though. Volunteers are needed to staff the camps and teens interested in ballooning are encouraged to come to camp. If you have a teen crew person, this is a wonderful opportunity to gain ballooning knowledge and further sow the seeds of our sport. If you are updating your FAR/AIM and sectionals, please consider donating the out of date ones to us. GIS skills are a big part of camp and any and all donations of GPS equipment are so appreciated. Remember, all donations to the BFA are TAX DEDUCTIBLE too!
They are asking for any outdated Sectionals or FAR/AIM books to use at the camp. If you care to donate any material that would assist them you can send/bring it to me and I'll collect and send them a package. Donations are tax deductible.
Thanks
Shelly's note:
It is that time again and we have wonderful news. There are balloon camps scheduled for Michigan and Texas this year! Both camps are set to occur in July and we need your help in getting the word out. The camps are 5 day, co-ed camps. All campers will stay in college dorms under supervision of BFA/SEMBA/AAAA volunteers. The age group will be 13-18 year olds and the camp tuition will run only $395 for the week! Those of you who send kids to camp know what a great deal this is:) Not to worry, there are also scholarships available if needed. BFA/SEMBA member Tom Jones is coordinating the Michigan Camp and I (Shelley
Caraway) am doing the Texas camp.
The campers will complete a teen ground school and tether, weather permitting. They will also get hands on experience with different balloon systems and tour facilities that support ballooning (National Weather Service, repair stations, meteorological sites, etc). We need help though. Volunteers are needed to staff the camps and teens interested in ballooning are encouraged to come to camp. If you have a teen crew person, this is a wonderful opportunity to gain ballooning knowledge and further sow the seeds of our sport. If you are updating your FAR/AIM and sectionals, please consider donating the out of date ones to us. GIS skills are a big part of camp and any and all donations of GPS equipment are so appreciated. Remember, all donations to the BFA are TAX DEDUCTIBLE too!
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
FAA Safety Seminar
Title "THE CHART MAKER AND THE PILOT"
Topic This two-hour course is designed by experienced chart users and pilots for both entry and advanced skill level pilots.
Date and Time Friday, December 5, 2008, starting at 7:00 pm
Speaker(s) Mr. Richard Neher
Brief Description
The objective of this seminar is to provide an overview and review the basic uses of the various VFR charts and publication products. Aeronautical charts and publications contain a wealth of information. Don't miss this rare opportunity to interact with the "Chart Professor", Mr. Richard Neher.
Select Number
NM0922368
Location of Event
Portland Flight Standards District Office3180 NW 229th AveHillsboro, OR 97124
60 seats at the facility, 49 remaining for online registration.
Click here to register online now!
Topic This two-hour course is designed by experienced chart users and pilots for both entry and advanced skill level pilots.
Date and Time Friday, December 5, 2008, starting at 7:00 pm
Speaker(s) Mr. Richard Neher
Brief Description
The objective of this seminar is to provide an overview and review the basic uses of the various VFR charts and publication products. Aeronautical charts and publications contain a wealth of information. Don't miss this rare opportunity to interact with the "Chart Professor", Mr. Richard Neher.
Select Number
NM0922368
Location of Event
Portland Flight Standards District Office3180 NW 229th AveHillsboro, OR 97124
60 seats at the facility, 49 remaining for online registration.
Click here to register online now!
Sunday, November 9, 2008
Aeronaut and Crew Person of the Year Awards
It's that time of year again- time to start thinking about Aeronaut and Crew Person of the Year Award. Think about who has done something great for the ballooning community. Also think of a wonderful crew person. Send an email to Cory as to why you are nominating that person and we will publish it in the next newsletter.
Meeting Location Change Nov 11 Evergreen Space Museum Mcminnville
We will not be meeting at Bullwinkles this month. Instead we will be at Evergreen Space Museum in McMinnville. 6:30 start time. Please plan on attending
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