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August 25-29, 2010 Skyvan Super Otter R-44 Helicopter (Thu & Fri only) Balloon BBQs, bonfires, catered feast Sat night, LOs for all levels and disciplines Details here: www.skyjump.com/boogie

More info to add: Aerodyne will be here. Also.... Advanced 16 & 32-way skydives Aug. 13-16 Two world class 4-way and 8-way competitors, Jim Rees and Paul Leslie-Smith, will each be running a 16-way group, with a combined 32-way formation load at the end of each day. These will be high skilled jumps with progressively challenging dives though out the event. Six 16-way and one 32-way are planned daily. Jumpers just getting to this level are welcome, but will need to come out Thu and Fri for the weekend. Established advanced jumpers join in on a first come basis with preference to people who come out on Thu and or Fri. All safety rules apply. This is a no hook turn event. Brian Buckland will video Jim's group and John McNally will be video with Paul's group. Cost an additional $2 per jump to cover video slot. Sign up with Paul Collins at: [email protected]

Skydive Pepperell's Annual CASA Boogie is Wed-Sun August 12-16!!! FLIGHTLINE: Twin Otter CASA (Thu-Sun) - confirmed - Regular & High Speed passes R-44 Helicopter (Thu-Fri only) - confirmed *LOAD ORGANIZING FOR ALL LEVELS & DISCIPLINES.. Formation - Advanced: Paul Collins & Jim Rees (16 & 32 way invitational) Intermediate: Skip Kniley Novice: Jeanine Bonvin Freefly: Brian Buckland (Fri-Sun) Wingsuits: Justin Shorb & Flock University *Wingsuit big-ways (50+) *GEAR DEALERS ON SITE: TonySuits is bringing the entire showroom and extra goodies. There will be Tony Suit reps available to assist with any ordering, measuring, and fitting of all Tony Suits apparel. Demo suits will be available to jump, with organizing for all disciplines. SKYLENO suits AeroStore *Skippy's Theme Night Feasts *Bonfires *Operation Swan Dive charity event on the 15th & 16th http://www.operationswandive.org/ *Live Music Stay tuned! More details will be added as they are confirmed (updated 7/6).

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Hi All, The dates for the Pepperell boogie are 8/12-16 (Wed-Sun) and yes the CASA is coming! It's always been held the third weekend in August, but since there are five weekends in August this year it's early. Peace, Stacey (manifest)

I'm in and will be alone as usual. Probably be cleaning the house and trying to figure out why I'm invisible to men. Peace, Stacey

I'm stuck on Level 12....any ideas/hints?

Bus info (rates, schedules, etc): http://frontpage.concordtrailways.com/boston_express.htm We offer free pick-up and drop-off from the terminal at Exit 6. If possible please call ahead and let us know what time you're arriving. Peace, Stacey manifest

If I remember correctly the airdate is Sept 4th.

Sorry 'bout that! Here they are (it's not letting me make clickies for some reason): Video by DSE: www.vimeo.com/1222870 It's a Hi-Def video so if you don't have a fast connection, it won't stream smoothly. Just let it buffer. Pix by Scotty Burns: www.sky2productions.com/component/option,com_expose/Itemid,58/ Click on the “Pepperell WS Bootcamp” album. Our boogie is 8/21-24 if you want to see the plane(s) in person! Peace, Stacey

Did you get the PM I sent you a while back with links to some pics and vids?

Seeing as all his previous jumps were on rounds and belly mounted reserves he did the full ground school

Two summers ago at Skydive Pepperell, a gentleman came back after a 41 year layoff. He had made about 100 or so jumps in the early '60s and then stopped for work and family. He's 71 now, and still in great shape. Good on him for coming back!

The CT Attorney General is taking action: http://www.wfsb.com/news/16914052/detail.html#-

Update: Joao Tambor will be organizing the freefliers all 4 days; and possibly doing a tunnel camp at SVNH. The folks from FlexVision will be here. More stuff still in the works!

I'm clicky-impaired for some reason...can someone fix the links? Thanks! Due to the great success of its inaugural year (which raised over $65,000 for charity), Operation Swan Dive, a two-day festival of skydiving and music, is set to jump again for its second annual event, which will be taking place the weekend of July 19th and 20th, 2008, at Skydive Pepperell in Pepperell, MA and will benefit Lyrics for Life, a cancer charity founded by Sister Hazel front-man Ken Block. Aircraft: Twin Otter Registration fee: none Free RW load organizing for all levels Flock U on site for wingsuit organizing, coaching, FFCs. We are also working on prizes for a balloon bust for the experienced jumpers! Ticket Info: ** NOTE: You do not have to purchase a ticket to jump at Pepperell for the weekend, however if you would like to eat great food, drink good beer and win some prizes, you do! ** A $20 tax-deductible ticket will include lunch on Saturday and Sunday courtesy of Uno's Chicago Grill, and Saturday evening barbecue and beer at the concert courtesy of Newcastle. On Sunday July 20th, join Operation Swan Dive and Lyrics For Life for a night of food, fun and fabulous music. Following a weekend of skydiving, music, and friendship, there will be a dinner and concert event held under the big tent at the DZ. Beer, wine and buffet dinner will be served, followed by a concert courtesy of Sister Hazel and friends. Festivities begin at 6:00 pm and casual attire is recommended. Tickets are $75 per person and proceeds from the event will benefit Lyrics For Life as well as two local New England-based charities: Andrew's Helpful Hands and Camp Sunshine (Casco, ME). To purchase tickets, please visit: www.lyricsforlife.org or www.operationswandive.org. The music starts at 3pm on Saturday; and at Noon on Sunday. For a full schedule of bands playing, please check the OSD website. Last year Jett Beres from Sister Hazel did a tandem jump; who knows what will happen this year! About Operation Swan Dive: Operation Swan Dive is an annual 2-day event benefiting Lyrics for Life, a non-profit organization that raises funds for Cancer research and to enrich the lives of those suffering from the disease. The weekend, which will take place rain or shine at Skydive Pepperell (www.skyjump.com) on July 19th and 20th, 2008, will be filled with skydiving and music. For more information visit: www.operationswandive.org. About Lyrics for Life: Lyrics for Life is a non-profit organization created by Sister Hazel front-man Ken Block. The charity unites musicians and celebrities for concert events, auctions and other fundraising events. These efforts raise money for children's Cancer charities, funding groups that work to find a cure and enrich the lives of patients and their families. Lyrics for Life started in memory of Ken Block's younger brother Jeffrey, who ultimately lost his four-year battle with Cancer. For more information visit: www.lyricsforlife.org. About Sister Hazel: Sister Hazel has sold over two million albums. In 2001, the band established the charity Lyrics for Life, which benefits children with cancer. Sister Hazel is: Ken Block (vocals, acoustic guitar), Drew Copeland (vocals, rhythm guitar), Ryan Newell (lead guitar), Jett Beres (bass), Mark Trojanowski (drums). They released their latest album, "Before The Amplifiers, Live Acoustic" on June 17th. The band can be found online at www.sisterhazel.com and www.myspace.com/sisterhazel.

Skydive Pepperell's Annual Boogie is Aug 20-24 (Thu-Sun) *Flightline: CASA, Otter, 206, R-44 helicopter *Free load organizing for all levels: RW: Skip Kniley, Sally Burgess (others TBA) Wingsuits: Flock U Freefly: TBA *Gear Manufacturers: Mirage (others TBA) *Invitational Fusion 36-way 50/50 skydives - 18 men and 18 women - must have successful multi-point 20-way sequential experience. Contact Paula at: [email protected] for more information. *Nightly BBQs and bonfires FUN FUN FUN! We're still adding stuff, and will post when it gets confirmed. FMI: contact Manifest 978-433-9222 800-SKYJUMP manifest(at)skyjump.com

Awesome video! What was that crossing the frame at 2:39?

Well....one way to avoid dealing with the TSA would be to ship your gear to us, and ship it back when you leave. UPS, FedEx, and DHL all know where we are! Yes, I know that can be it's own nightmare, but it beats potential hassles by "security" types. Or, we do have rental gear available, if you want to go that route. Hmmm as a matter of fact there's a cute yellow Quasar in the back of the hangar... The closest commercial airport to the DZ is Manchester, NH (MHT). Next closest, but with more flight options, is Boston-Logan (BOS). Any more questions?

So when are you coming out to visit? Stacey Manifest

I had PRK in both eyes over 10 years ago. Went from 20/800 (left) and 20/600 (right) to 20/25 (left) and 20/20 (right). My vision hasn't changed at all over time. Insurance didn't cover it, but I consider it some of the best money I've ever spent!

Hi Kefran, I glad you and Dan had a good time here! Hope you get "lost" again soon....I'll be practicing my French! Ciel Bleu, Stacey (manifest)

Sorry, this is my brain on TheraFlu. The "here" would be Skydive Pepperell in MA. No idea about the paint job, though. Will see if I can find out anything.

Weather permitting, it should be here on April 1st. It's possible the 206 will arrive before then. Yay!!!