adventurechick 0 #1 March 25, 2006 If there's a Z-hills list, then there should definitely be a Lake Wales Post!!! Why Lake Wales Florida Skydiving Center Rocks my Socks Off... Like Whoa 1. Jumpin Jacks (can't beat the food) 2. Amazing Swoop Pond 3. Swoop Winner Tommy! 4. Chill atmosphere 5. Chill Fire Pit 6. Hey, it's family 7. The amazing Sean MacCormick Freeflyer 8. Plethora of flat landing area..... if you have to land off, there is plenty of space to do it. 9. Luv the pilots... 10. What can I say, I love the trailers... adds a unique atmosphere to the place. 11. Tony Hays like whoa 12. Fresh squeezed oj factory 1 mile away... heck you could land there 13. Some of the greatest people you ever meet Feel free to add to the list!! PMS #449 TPM #80 Muff Brother #3860 SCR #14705 Dirty Sanchez #233 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ROK 0 #2 March 25, 2006 Is the Lake Whales DZ right off of 27 & 60? I was driving by there the other day and thought I saw a jump plane taking off in the distance... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
adventurechick 0 #3 March 25, 2006 Sure is!! PMS #449 TPM #80 Muff Brother #3860 SCR #14705 Dirty Sanchez #233 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
adventurechick 0 #5 March 25, 2006 what cha doin on wednesday? PMS #449 TPM #80 Muff Brother #3860 SCR #14705 Dirty Sanchez #233 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ROK 0 #6 March 25, 2006 I'll be in Miami and will try and stop by on my way back Thursday... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hookitt 0 #7 March 25, 2006 Quote12. Fresh squeezed oj factory 1 mile away... heck you could land there That's good I suppose, but can you smoke there?My grammar sometimes resembles that of magnetic refrigerator poetry... Ghetto Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
adventurechick 0 #8 March 25, 2006 Unfortunately, I can't skip class on thursday... but tell them Gail sent ya! PMS #449 TPM #80 Muff Brother #3860 SCR #14705 Dirty Sanchez #233 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
adventurechick 0 #9 March 25, 2006 All of Lake Wales is outside facilities, you can smoke there. PMS #449 TPM #80 Muff Brother #3860 SCR #14705 Dirty Sanchez #233 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ROK 0 #10 March 25, 2006 Does LW require an AAD? If so, I'm cooked... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hookitt 0 #11 March 25, 2006 QuoteAll of Lake Wales is outside facilities, you can smoke there. I wasn't serious. If you look at entry number 2 in the other thread, it says you can smoke in the bar. Of all the lame reasons... My grammar sometimes resembles that of magnetic refrigerator poetry... Ghetto Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bbarnhouse 0 #12 March 25, 2006 LW is a nice DZ.Here's the thing....I really have to say that all dz's are unique unto themselves. Each has its own set of issues and you will find that people will like this one over that just as they like the color blue over red. Forget the other places? Nevah...thats what keeps it all interesting and many times..new Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
adventurechick 0 #13 March 25, 2006 LoL true, I'm all about trying new DZ's.. but I wanted to put a good word out there... most people think of Deland and Z-hills but seem to overlook LW. Trying to bring it some publicity! PMS #449 TPM #80 Muff Brother #3860 SCR #14705 Dirty Sanchez #233 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MarkM 0 #14 March 25, 2006 Ahh, you're just jealous because you're not in Florida. I'm sure you'll remind me of that this summer when I'm sitting in a metal plane in 90 degree heat with 95% humidity. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stitch 0 #15 March 25, 2006 QuoteLW is a nice DZ.Here's the thing....I really have to say that all dz's are unique unto themselves. Each has its own set of issues and you will find that people will like this one over that just as they like the color blue over red. Forget the other places? Nevah...thats what keeps it all interesting and many times..new Well,I started the other thread because I was bored.I enjoy going to other DZs.It is also good for experience,other than the same spot all the time."No cookies for you"- GFD "I don't think I like the sound of that" ~ MB65 Don't be a "Racer Hater" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bbarnhouse 0 #16 March 25, 2006 Well good for you! Most folks are aware of LW. LW hosted USPA Nationals in 2003. The collegiate Nationals for several years running and POPS. A sleepy DZ it isnt. Last year there was a dropzone.com boogie there. It was great. I have been there several times over the years. I'll be glad when the new facilities are in place. QuoteAhh, you're just jealous because you're not in Florida Now come on...I make at least one trip each year to Florida Mark! I am not jealous at the moment as we have 88 degree weather, but sometimes when its nicer there...umhummmm. Only thing is...my canopy always flies slower in Florida Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
adventurechick 0 #17 March 25, 2006 I just called there, and LW does not require you to have an AAD. You must be current to jump there though! PMS #449 TPM #80 Muff Brother #3860 SCR #14705 Dirty Sanchez #233 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ROK 0 #18 March 25, 2006 Thanks! I'll be the blonde guy with the lemon and purple Triathlon canopy. See you in the near future... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jumpingbean001 0 #19 March 25, 2006 I have always had a great time at Lake Wales. Great place!Let's have fun! :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MrBrant 0 #20 March 26, 2006 Quote 1. Jumpin Jacks (can't beat the food) 2. Amazing Swoop Pond 3. Swoop Winner Tommy! 4. Chill atmosphere 5. Chill Fire Pit 6. Hey, it's family 7. The amazing Sean MacCormick Freeflyer 8. Plethora of flat landing area..... if you have to land off, there is plenty of space to do it. 9. Luv the pilots... 10. What can I say, I love the trailers... adds a unique atmosphere to the place. 11. Tony Hays like whoa 12. Fresh squeezed oj factory 1 mile away... heck you could land there 13. Some of the greatest people you ever meet 14. Downwind demo jumps into other airports for breakfast I love lake wales! Had a blast while I was down there!!!! The people are awesome, fun to jump with, and hang out with on the ground. The CASA sunset loads don't hurt either Definitely my new favourite DZ - I've gotta somehow figure out how to get down there every year. (or find a job in FL - hehe) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
popsjumper 2 #21 March 26, 2006 Quote8. ..... if you have to land off, there is plenty of space to do it. Yeah...gotta love the briars and swamp land... My reality and yours are quite different. I think we're all Bozos on this bus. Falcon5232, SCS8170, SCSA353, POPS9398, DS239 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
