flr169 0 #1 August 16, 2008 was just wondering if this dropzone is still operating. looking to head over to Washington state to do some skydiving from Abbotsford, BC... any info appreciated MikeLife's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting - "fcuk me what a ride!" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
harryskydives 0 #2 August 16, 2008 kawpowsin moved to Sheltom Wa. Otter & caravan, hugh hanger with restaurant. Molalla Or is having a boogie next weekend Aug 24th. Don't run out of altitude and experience at the same time... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amazon 7 #3 August 16, 2008 The DZ is indeed surviving with the owner of the airport running the operation now. The name has changed to Interstate Skydiving Club. They have a C-206 currently being worked on but there is a C-182 there right now. As a DZ it is finally becoming a DZ that has a student program and they have new facilities. There is a great vibe.. and the scenery of the North Puget Sound and the North Cascades National Park is just as stunning as it always has been. The hours are currently from 9 AM to dusk on Sat and Sun, 5 PM to Dusk on Friday and Mondays Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flr169 0 #4 August 16, 2008 what is skydive snohomish like....Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting - "fcuk me what a ride!" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amazon 7 #5 August 16, 2008 . Currently they have 2 C-182 and a C-206. There will be a caravan in Sept that the Harvey's have bought.. but not yet. SD Snohomish has a very active tandem program as well as student programs. Call the DZ and check how busy they are on a weekend. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flr169 0 #6 August 16, 2008 ya they are too busy....like u said lots of tandems... thanksLife's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting - "fcuk me what a ride!" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flr169 0 #7 August 16, 2008 how far would Skydive Kapowsin be say from seatleLife's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting - "fcuk me what a ride!" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amazon 7 #8 August 16, 2008 I live near SD Snohomish.. usually it takes me about 3 hours thru Seattle Traffic to get to Kapow from my place. I love going to Kapow but I do it infrequently due to the 125 miles thru traffic. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SeaKev 0 #9 August 17, 2008 Kapow(Shelton) is roughly a 90 minute drive if traffic is light, 2 hrs otherwise from downtown. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SeaKev 0 #10 August 17, 2008 Jeanne, I'm proud of you. So diplomatic. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amazon 7 #11 August 17, 2008 You noticed that huh.....Raquel and I are heading up to Mt Vernon in the morning.. wanna come hang out??? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flr169 0 #12 August 17, 2008 thanks everyone.... too far of a drive .... thanks for all the info mikeLife's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting - "fcuk me what a ride!" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SeaKev 0 #13 August 17, 2008 Great time of year to jump around here. Take it easy. Jeanne, got kids this weekend. Probably be out on the lake tomorrow. Next weekend maybe? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amazon 7 #14 August 17, 2008 Maybe... just give me a hollar. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jumpervint 0 #15 August 17, 2008 You know, Jeanne, 3-ish hours on I-90 gets you to the Ritz. (West Plains.) John and Valinda are supposed to be coming over the 2nd weekend of Sept. Vint. . . . . "Make it hard again." Doc Ed “A person needs a little madness, or else they never dare cut the rope and be free” Nikos Kazantzakis Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jumpervint 0 #16 August 17, 2008 Oh, and another thing, you know how many young female jumpers we have in Ritzville who are not in the PMS? Scads, I tell ya'. And Grannyinthesky is supposed to be here the same weekend Valinda and John are.... Vint. . . . . "Make it hard again." Doc Ed “A person needs a little madness, or else they never dare cut the rope and be free” Nikos Kazantzakis Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amazon 7 #17 August 17, 2008 I know.. I was ponderin on it.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vskydiver 0 #18 August 17, 2008 Quote I know.. I was ponderin on it.... What are you ponerin? Just go! Click on "I will attend the Mini West Plains boogie" on the Facebook events page and drive over! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnMitchell 16 #19 August 17, 2008 It's gonna be a good time. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
drdive 0 #20 August 17, 2008 And I talked to Rex, we can start flying friday afternoon Sept. 12 whenever you all get here. It is Rex's day off, and he will fly for usdoc "We saved your gear. Now you can sell it when you get out of the hospital and upsize!!" "K-Dub" " Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ladydyver 0 #21 August 17, 2008 yep we have a group from star invading as well as a group from kpow - Rex is willing to start jumping early on friday if we can fill the plane - so will start a list in the events forum DPH # 2 "I am not sure what you are suppose to do with that, but I don't think it is suppose to flop around like that." ~Skootz~ I have a strong regard for the rules.......doc! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amazon 7 #22 August 18, 2008 Ok ok already.. Flying Squirrel and I will hop in my Bugly and drive on over Friday after work.. I will bring Super Barbie along as well JUST in case any of the girls wanna do the pass the Barbie thing... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ladydyver 0 #23 August 18, 2008 Quote Ok ok already.. Flying Squirrel and I will hop in my Bugly and drive on over Friday after work.. I will bring Super Barbie along as well JUST in case any of the girls wanna do the pass the Barbie thing... damn...i hate missing out on the barbie jump...don't think i can talk doc into letting me jump at that point - will pass it on to the chica's and add you to the list for the kpow invasionDPH # 2 "I am not sure what you are suppose to do with that, but I don't think it is suppose to flop around like that." ~Skootz~ I have a strong regard for the rules.......doc! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DangerRoo 0 #24 August 18, 2008 ..... psst and guess what... I'm ready for the barbie jump!! just finnished all my test and grad dive sunday... got winded out on my 25th.. so only one more fun jump and I got the A !!!!! (finishing friday or sat!) (I.C.D#2 VP) ""I'm good with my purple penis straw" ~sky mama Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amazon 7 #25 August 18, 2008 Sheesh.. its about freaking time already... Sept... hmmmmmm For all the kiddies out there thinking of starting their skydiving in WA....in our wet cloudy winters. You MAY want to start with Static Line.. if you want to get your A license sooner.. rather than waiting for the weather and altitude to do AFF..... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
