Ketia0 0 #1 January 15, 2010 I am putting in my vacation dates for this year. When are some good boggies, that yall would suggest. Perferbibly a weekend one, where i can take off friday and monday. ANy ideas suggestions GREATLY apperciated! "In this game you can't predict the future. You just have to play the odds. "-JohnMitchell Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,589 #2 January 15, 2010 And here I thought you were asking for suggestions of pick-up lines to use on vacation That said, either Skyfest or the Dublin boogie have a good reputation with less-experienced jumpers. I was at the American boogie (Skydance) last year and it was fun, too. Those are all pretty easy to get to for just a weekend. There's a skills camp at Spaceland the last weekend of this month -- you going to that? Not as boogie-like, but skills are good. Wendy P. There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymama 37 #3 January 15, 2010 QuoteThat said, either Skyfest or the Dublin boogie have a good reputation with less-experienced jumpers. Just a FYI, the boogie in GA is in Fitzgerald now. To the OP, I highly recommend the Fitz boogie over St. Pat's weekend or you might even want to check out the Skydive Expo in Deland the weekend before. Check the Events forum for details.She is Da Man, and you better not mess with Da Man, because she will lay some keepdown on you faster than, well, really fast. ~Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ketia0 0 #4 January 15, 2010 Oh i went through the pick up lines.. I know which one im using.. Me: ( holding a dollar): I bet you a dollar I can kiss you without touching you Pretty Lady: ok... Me: kiss.. oh darn. Im always loosing that bet! Im goign to call them and see what the dates are for the camp right now. "In this game you can't predict the future. You just have to play the odds. "-JohnMitchell Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BillyVance 35 #5 January 15, 2010 Quote I am putting in my vacation dates for this year. When are some good boggies, that yall would suggest. Perferbibly a weekend one, where i can take off friday and monday. ANy ideas suggestions GREATLY apperciated! Fitzgerald boogie in March if you can swing it. I'm not sure where the Twin Otters are coming from this year, but they have had Skydive Spaceland's Otters come over before. If they are sending their otter again this year, grab a seat for the ferry flight!"Mediocre people don't like high achievers, and high achievers don't like mediocre people." - SIX TIME National Champion coach Nick Saban Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhreeZone 20 #6 January 15, 2010 Work Stinks at Start Skydiving is looking like its going to be a big one over Labor Day this year. I think they have 5 planes lined up at all new facilities.Yesterday is history And tomorrow is a mystery Parachutemanuals.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ketia0 0 #7 January 15, 2010 Quote Quote -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- That said, either Skyfest or the Dublin boogie have a good reputation with less-experienced jumpers. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Just an FYI, the boogie in GA is in Fitzgerald now. To the OP, I highly recommend the Fitz boogie over St. Pat's weekend or you might even want to check out the Skydive Expo in Deland the weekend before. Check the Events forum for details. Im going to go to the one in GA. THe only thing is i might show up friday night and only be able to jump saturday and sunday. I can get off work at 2pm, and fly to there friday. I will seee about gettign that monday off. I was looking through the events forum, but it didnt give great detail and dates on whats coming up "In this game you can't predict the future. You just have to play the odds. "-JohnMitchell Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ketia0 0 #8 January 15, 2010 When is the work stinks boogie?"In this game you can't predict the future. You just have to play the odds. "-JohnMitchell Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymama 37 #9 January 15, 2010 Did you check the Calendar?She is Da Man, and you better not mess with Da Man, because she will lay some keepdown on you faster than, well, really fast. ~Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BillyVance 35 #10 January 15, 2010 Quote Quote Quote -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- That said, either Skyfest or the Dublin boogie have a good reputation with less-experienced jumpers. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Just an FYI, the boogie in GA is in Fitzgerald now. To the OP, I highly recommend the Fitz boogie over St. Pat's weekend or you might even want to check out the Skydive Expo in Deland the weekend before. Check the Events forum for details. Im going to go to the one in GA. THe only thing is i might show up friday night and only be able to jump saturday and sunday. I can get off work at 2pm, and fly to there friday. I will seee about gettign that monday off. I was looking through the events forum, but it didnt give great detail and dates on whats coming up Well, there is that pesky rule about not posting events more than 4 months(?) in advance. "Mediocre people don't like high achievers, and high achievers don't like mediocre people." - SIX TIME National Champion coach Nick Saban Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ketia0 0 #11 January 15, 2010 nope.. didnt know about the calendar... thanks! "In this game you can't predict the future. You just have to play the odds. "-JohnMitchell Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ladydyver 0 #12 January 15, 2010 it really depends on where you want to go and how much travel you want to do to get there. if you are wanting to come to the west coast. Bridge the Gap - at elsinore first weekend in may - not a boogie but if you do RW it is a great weekend Skydive Davis - All American Boogie June 24-27th Lost prairie (Montana) - July 24th - Aug 2nd. if you want to come out to this pm me and let me know; we always go to LP. Skyfest - about the same time as lost prairie (unforutnately for us as we haven't made it there yet) at Skydive Chicago; I have heard that this is a lot of fun. obviously not westcoast but may be closer to you. Summer Bonanza Boogie....i believe that is the first weekend in August. Again at Elsinore Leap for Lupus - usually the 2nd weekend in august at Kapowsin (washington) Skydive Mollala in oregon "All of the Above Boogie" Aug 27-29th First weekend in October is Chicks Rock at Elsinore Starr Idaho hosts has hosted a boogie around the third weekend in october for the last couple of years as well "No Turbines Boogie." Endless Summer Boogie is at Skydive Sandiego - last year dates were the 21st-22nd of November but don't know when they are hosting again this year. These are not the only events but ones that we have looked at closely as we are planning our vacations as well. If you look at the Calander on some of the dropzone websites they will tell you about the events that they have coming up and i believe that there is a boogie schedule on here as well. Have fun planning your summer of jumping! 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
wmw999 2,589 #13 January 15, 2010 Note that it's Summerfest in Chicago, and Skyfest is at Skydive the Farm this year (June 15-21). Skyfest specifically includes newer jumpers, rather than just telling them to be careful. And you can definitely just do it for a weekend. I'm told Summerfest is a great boogie, and good for newer jumpers, as well. It's just not the same boogie. Wendy P.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ketia0 0 #14 January 15, 2010 Thank you! I just put my vacation down for june 17-21. I am going to skyfest! I will fly out that wednsday ( 16) at 2pm. and will leave there monday to get back to Texas on the 21st. "In this game you can't predict the future. You just have to play the odds. "-JohnMitchell Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wolfriverjoe 1,523 #15 January 15, 2010 Quote Note that it's Summerfest in Chicago, and Skyfest is at Skydive the Farm this year (June 15-21). Skyfest specifically includes newer jumpers, rather than just telling them to be careful. And you can definitely just do it for a weekend. I'm told Summerfest is a great boogie, and good for newer jumpers, as well. It's just not the same boogie. Wendy P. Summerfest is great. New, experienced, young, old, (well, maybe not 'Twardo), freefly, bellyfly everything. Even a Mr Potatohead. Not sure of the dates, but I think end of July, 2 weekends and the week between. Just don't put your tent under any trees."There are NO situations which do not call for a French Maid outfit." Lucky McSwervy "~ya don't GET old by being weak & stupid!" - Airtwardo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #16 January 16, 2010 As long as you're not a swooper, the Holiday Boogie in Eloy is an incredible boogie! If you're a swooper, then SD AZ pretty much sucks now.--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brains 2 #17 January 16, 2010 Quote As long as you're not a swooper, the Holiday Boogie in Eloy is an incredible boogie! If you're a swooper, then SD AZ pretty much sucks now. Are you crazy? They have that whole awesome landing area out by the tunnel that you can swoop your ass off on! Plus THREE ponds, you can't get more swooper friendly than that! Never look down on someone, unless they are going down on you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #18 January 16, 2010 Sure, if you want to do a 90 only.I'll stick to the HUGE swoop park at Spaceland. --"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ketia0 0 #19 January 16, 2010 I ended up booking it for skyfest! i am soooo excited!! This will be my... *looks around to make sure noone is here* FIRST boogie!!!!!!!! Im stoked!!.. but if i make it to the st pattys day one, it will be my second.. we will see.. im still stoked!!"In this game you can't predict the future. You just have to play the odds. "-JohnMitchell Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LuckyMcSwervy 0 #20 January 16, 2010 You've already made your mind up but I would've voted for Puerto Rico. Always be kinder than you feel. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #21 January 16, 2010 Skyfest is fun. Say hi to J for me. Too bad you missed it all those years it was in Texas. --"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #22 January 16, 2010 QuoteI ended up booking it for skyfest! i am soooo excited!! This will be my... *looks around to make sure noone is here* FIRST boogie!!!!!!!! Im stoked!!.. but if i make it to the st pattys day one, it will be my second.. we will see.. im still stoked!! Should have gone to "Chicks Rock Boogie"You are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LuckyMcSwervy 0 #23 January 16, 2010 Quote Should have gone to "Chicks Rock Boogie" Whatcha trying to say, Squeak??Always be kinder than you feel. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
popsjumper 2 #24 January 16, 2010 Quote Thank you! I just put my vacation down for june 17-21. I am going to skyfest! I will fly out that wednsday ( 16) at 2pm. and will leave there monday to get back to Texas on the 21st. Great choice! I guarantee that you will have fun. A couple of things... Manufacturers will be well represented at SkyFest'10 as usual. There will be many opportunities to get gear and stuff at severely discounted prices...some even free. There's an auction for all types of stuff and 100%-off certificates are not unheard of. I can't give the details as yet, Boogie owner/organizer J Schrimsher will later, but I know he is planning something VERY special for the young jumpers this year. Do you have your SCR yet? http://www.skyfestboogie.com http://starcrestawards.com/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
Squeak 17 #25 January 16, 2010 Quote Quote Should have gone to "Chicks Rock Boogie" Whatcha trying to say, Squeak?? He can try out his chat up lines there. [/laugh][/laugh]You are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
