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Dropzone Database: North America: United States: Wisconsin : Skydive Twin Cities : Reviews

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(Review ID:4522)

4 of 11 people found the following review helpful: One of the best DZ I've ever visited Rated by: Sonicfreefly on 2008-05-21 (user profile) (user reviews) Review of: Skydive Twin Cities   Pros: Good vibe, landing area, Otter.....etc. Cons: none

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This is one of the best dropzones I've jumped at.
The locals take you in like you are one of there family. No sky Gods.
The Otter is the cleanest one I've seen to date that hauls jumpers. Had no problems getting on a load.
The landing area is the largest and flattest grass landing area I've ever seen. The surrounding area has plenty of outs.
The facilities are top notch and kept very clean.
World class coaching available. I can go on and on, but if you are in the area I would highly recommend you drop by.

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(Review ID:4164)

2 of 11 people found the following review helpful: Fun and Friendly Drop Zone Rated by: SpacemanSpiff on 2007-09-30 (user profile) (user reviews) Review of: Skydive Twin Cities   Pros: This is what I think a DZ should be like Cons: I can't remember any

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This is probably still one of my favorite DZs that I have jumped at while traveling with my rig.

A few years ago two colleagues and I (who all jump) were traveling for work in the Minneapolis area. We dropped in at STC on the weekend and again during the week to get a few jumps in. The people, facility, grass landing area and twin otter were all great. I still dream of getting some more work in that area so that I can go back to visit... I mean jump!

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(Review ID:4052)

2 of 9 people found the following review helpful: Great student operation, but plenty of fun for experience jumpers. Rated by: skyjumpenfool on 2007-08-02 (user profile) (user reviews) Review of: Skydive Twin Cities   Pros: Friendly staff, Great location, Lots of soft smooth grass for landing! Cons: I really didn't find any!

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I Started jumping here in 1977 when it was called Baldwin Sport Parachute Center, after an absence from the sport(to raise my kids) the new owners and staff welcomed me back and made my reentry to the sport a smooth process. This is a graeat dropzone for students, families, experienced jumpers, and even us old fart has beens... You'll be impressed by the professional staff and warm welcome. I do jump other dropzones but always return here. It is just a great place to jump. 5 stars!

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(Review ID:3897)

1 of 7 people found the following review helpful: Great Place to jump Rated by: trinian23 on 2007-05-30 (user profile) (user reviews) Review of: Skydive Twin Cities   Pros: Fast Loads, professioanl and fun staff Cons: Wind

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Had to redo my AFF there after taking a two year hiatus from jumping without finishing my A license. Had a blast. Camped out there for about a week and couldn't jump for the first couple of days due to weather, the staff took me in and we had a blast. Bonfires are great fun, everyone is real friendly, and they are all professional! The wind tends to get a little gusty, but they are constantly watching the weather and will get you up if they can safely. Thanks alot everyone! I'll be sending photos to you all soon.

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(Review ID:3799)

6 of 12 people found the following review helpful: Great place to jump! Rated by: ronin61 on 2007-04-09 (user profile) (user reviews) Review of: Skydive Twin Cities   Pros: Staff, Great landing area, friendly people! Cons: Winter

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The people and staff at STC were great. I had some experiance jumping, but a little on the big side. At another DZ I was told to have a nice day, but they couldn't help me get back in the air. The owners of STC did there best to help me. They set up a Tandom Rig so I could get back in the air while I looked for my own rig. The Staff and packers were always so helpful to get me in the air! I hope this comming season I get more jumps in with my own gear.

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(Review ID:3440)

0 of 7 people found the following review helpful: Seasonal & Conveniently located from the Twin Cities Rated by: briangilbertson on 2006-09-28 (user profile) (user reviews) Review of: Skydive Twin Cities   Pros: DeHavilland Otter, Friendly Owners, Great Student/Tandem operation Cons: dark mondays

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I've noticed a big change from previous years to the present. The current staff is excellent and totally professional....this dropzone has friendly owners, Flew-ID, and a great bunch of faithful regulars. Their AFF instruction is great and they also bring in Scott Miller for his canopy course. It's worth a visit.

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(Review ID:3259)

0 of 6 people found the following review helpful: The best place to skdyive in Minnesota is in Wisconsin Rated by: SOTB32 on 2006-07-15 (user profile) (user reviews) Review of: Skydive Twin Cities   Pros: People, Staff, Facilities, Cons: Its in Wisconsin

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You can't find anything bad to say about STC. From the moment I got there I was greeted like one of the family. The owner himself invited me on my first jump and it was a blast. The rest of the day was spent doing 10-way's out of the Twin Otter.

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(Review ID:2824)

1 of 9 people found the following review helpful: The place to be in the twin cities area Rated by: dqpacker on 2006-01-19 (user profile) (user reviews) Review of: Skydive Twin Cities   Pros: Party all year, Great staff Cons: Weather last year we had a tornado

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This is now the biggest dz in the area. Bonefires every night. Great staff and owners.

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(Review ID:2402)

1 of 8 people found the following review helpful: Camped for camped for 5 days.........Loved it! Rated by: kneal on 2005-07-06 (user profile) (user reviews) Review of: Skydive Twin Cities   Pros: Super Staff, Efficent packers, Expert Instructors, Great pilot! Cons: Can't think of one...except maybe tempermental weather

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The good folks at Baldwin, were absolutely friendly and took me under their wing, as if I was one of their own. The late night night Bonfires, commratery, and general fellowship that was displayed was so welcoming. Experienced jumpers took me in and assisted with their insights. Not only did I have a BLAST, I learned a few things and I broke some "bad habits"! I truly was made to feel like part of the community with open arms. This was my best vacation at a DZ! I can not thank them enough! P.S. Always had a hot shower!

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(Review ID:1849)

4 of 11 people found the following review helpful: Huge landing area, friendly staff and jumpers a warm welcome like none other! Rated by: Ellie85 on 2004-10-25 (user profile) (user reviews) Review of: Skydive Twin Cities   Pros: The free weekend campfire and parties, The awesome regular fun jumpers and their lively and friendly characters Cons: having to go outside to pee in the middle of the night, the tempremental weather, hard to find a con that depletes a pro

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A fu**ing huge landing area, great packers, friendly, lively and commited regular jumpers and staff.

Basically a dropzone based on the passion of skydiving as a sport. A great DZ for everyone, whuffo's, students a must!!! and regular jumpers alike.

I will definatly be going back! And I know I will be taking a load of other people along too!

A DZ not to be missed, especially taking into consideration its credited safety record, and amazing videographers, tandem and aff instructors, and fantastic packers!

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