ReLLiK75 0 #76 November 28, 2005 Just a thought.... A few of us are local. The rest of you are coming from out of town--most likely arriving Friday evening. Is anyone interested in a little Friday night gathering? We could do a little cook-out at my place. Let me know if you all are interested.... __________________________________________ Have you Got Flare? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chaoskitty 0 #77 November 28, 2005 That sounds like fun, but we wont be getting in til late Friday night.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BigM 2 #78 November 28, 2005 Alright.... I am paid up. That makes a total of 6 of us for sure. Any update to that Wayne? Also, is the meeting place still the Wal-Mart in Evans? "When I die, I want to go like my grandmother, who died peacefully in her sleep. Not screaming like all the passengers in her car." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vdschoor 0 #79 November 28, 2005 And what are the updates on landing area / areas? I've been looking on google maps / satelite but I can't get close enough to really see the area. I did find a lot of golf courses though :P he he.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ReLLiK75 0 #80 November 28, 2005 I'm thinking golf courses too! Would be fun. Actually, we are cleared to land at Fort Gordon if we end up over their air space. Right now, though it's too hard to predict because we have no clue what the winds will be doing that day and the balloon company has various launch points depending on wind direction. Hopefully Friday night I'll be able to guesstimate some realistic landing areas. __________________________________________ Have you Got Flare? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vdschoor 0 #81 November 29, 2005 He he.. you gotta love google.. I downloaded Google Earth and checked out the area, anywhere close to Fort Gordon would be absolutely money, cause there is so much landing area it's not even funny. It would be nice to know what the conditions of the terrain is.. but that's asking a bit much probably.. looks like all flat fields.. By the way.. the clearance, was that given by the people there? Did you inform a local S&TA or are these "oops we fell out of the balloon"-kind of jumps? See you on Saturday! Iwan Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ReLLiK75 0 #82 November 29, 2005 One of our jumpers is a Chaplain at Ft. Gordon...he filled out some paperwork and got approval from the garrison commander for us to land there. __________________________________________ Have you Got Flare? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vdschoor 0 #83 November 29, 2005 QuoteOne of our jumpers is a Chaplain at Ft. Gordon...he filled out some paperwork and got approval from the garrison commander for us to land there. Aright! I hope there's no speed restrictions on final Can't wait Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CSpenceFLY 1 #84 November 29, 2005 Any of you Atlanta folks want to do the GSL party Friday night and then take the motor home over to Augusta for Saturday and then back to The Farm for Saturday night party.All it takes is gas moneyLet me know. . Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chaoskitty 0 #85 November 29, 2005 Possibly. I'll call you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Salsa_John 0 #86 November 30, 2005 I will be heading to The Farm after Augusta if anyone needs a ride "You did what?!?!" MUFF #3722, TDSM #72, Orfun #26, Nachos Rodriguez Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BigM 2 #87 November 30, 2005 At the risk of sounding parental here is a small check list of things to bring (or do) on these jumps. A thought to remember is that normally balloon jumps are done in a boogie situation with an entire drop zone and it's group of people readily available. This won't be the case here. 1)Pull up cord and rubber stow bands. Don't depend on others. Even waiting for someone else's pull up cord cost valuable minutes as we race to catch the balloon for the 2nd jump. 2)Cell phone. The chase vehicle can take a while finding you, as well as other things that can happen. Once again, don't depend on others as it is remarkable just how far you can land from the other people on the very same skydive. 3)Drivers license, USPA card, and medical insurance card. This in in case you land on farmer McNasty's property and hit his fence; or hit it real hard! It normally isn't a problem, but it isn't out of the realm of possibility to have the law called on you for landing on someone's property. ID, USPA card (you have property damage insurance through them), and your medical insurance card can make a bad situation much better. It also doesn't hurt to have a couple of bucks on you. 4)As obvious as it sounds, don't turn on your AADs until you get to the launch site, especially those coming from out of town. Another thing to consider, is that your landing area could be up to a couple of hundred feet higher or lower than the launch point. Don't be caught by surprise if you are one that uses your altimeter to set up your landing. Because you are landing someplace unplanned and unfamiliar, everything will happen a lot faster. Don't count on a wide open Fort Gordon field being available when you open up. 5)It is also a good idea to wear clear goggles. As stated above, the unfamiliar landing area will need to be thoroughly scanned for fences, power lines, etc. Clear goggles are a good idea on this. Just a few thoughts to try and make this safe for everyone. Go ahead and flame me. Blue 111- Jeff "When I die, I want to go like my grandmother, who died peacefully in her sleep. Not screaming like all the passengers in her car." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vdschoor 0 #88 November 30, 2005 QuoteAt the risk of sounding parental here is a small check list of things to bring (or do) on these jumps. ........ Just a few thoughts to try and make this safe for everyone. Go ahead and flame me. Blue 111- Jeff Yeah dude.. lighten up.. its really not that serious Good advice though.. I hope someone brings a pair of binoculars so we can spot from altitude a bit better too.. From Google Earth Fort Gordon looks huge, and clear.. but I dont know how old those images are.. See you all on Saturday! I can't wait... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BigM 2 #89 November 30, 2005 OK, so what is the official "I have paid and I will be there." list? Jeff "When I die, I want to go like my grandmother, who died peacefully in her sleep. Not screaming like all the passengers in her car." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vdschoor 0 #90 November 30, 2005 QuoteOK, so what is the official "I have paid and I will be there." list? Jeff I have paid and will be there Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lauraliscious 0 #91 November 30, 2005 I have paid and will be there too Is there going to be a get together Friday night? I may be interested, but am not really sure what time I'll be leaving NC...probably won't know until I actually do leave. Enemiga Rodriguez, PMS #369, OrFun #25, Team Dirty Sanchez #116, Pelt Head #29, Muff #4091 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ReLLiK75 0 #92 November 30, 2005 I'm willing to host something at my house on Friday night...I've got at least one person staying at my house, but the door is open and all are welcome.... __________________________________________ Have you Got Flare? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ReLLiK75 0 #93 November 30, 2005 Also...I've got some small binoculars I can bring, plus I've got two fairly large tarps that I plan on throwing in the chase vehicles. Was thinking we could use these for packing on. __________________________________________ Have you Got Flare? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chaoskitty 0 #94 November 30, 2005 BigM Lauraliscious VDSchoor Chaoskitty Big John (aka John Rawlings) Salsa John ..should be 2 more. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lauraliscious 0 #95 November 30, 2005 BigM Lauraliscious VDSchoor Chaoskitty Big John (aka John Rawlings) Salsa John ReLLiK75 Quote..should be 2 more. Only 1 missing... Enemiga Rodriguez, PMS #369, OrFun #25, Team Dirty Sanchez #116, Pelt Head #29, Muff #4091 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CSpenceFLY 1 #96 November 30, 2005 Is there room at your house to park a 34' motor home? . Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ReLLiK75 0 #97 November 30, 2005 Got street room The last person on the list is wbtripp so the official list is: BigM Lauraliscious VDSchoor Chaoskitty Big John (aka John Rawlings) Salsa John ReLLiK75 wbtripp __________________________________________ Have you Got Flare? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pullhigh 0 #98 December 1, 2005 Rellik, I'm sure you've already given up my slot, but I was still tryiong to work out the details to make it down. The last straw fell today, there is no way I can make it on Saturday. I hope you guys have a blast, I know you will! Definitely keep me in mind for the next time. I only live about 45 minutes up the road. Ganja Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CSpenceFLY 1 #99 December 1, 2005 Ganja,You slackered. . Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pullhigh 0 #100 December 2, 2005 Spence, This is Jack's last weekend at BSA, so I need to go say some goodbyes and such. Ganja Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
