PLFXpert 0 #1 January 9, 2003 the parachutist symposium in Jacksonville, FL. (about 20 minutes away from where I live on Atlantic Beach) or the Swoop Festival in Panama City, FL.? The symposium is Jan. 26--31. There will be jumps all week and helicopter jumps as well. The Swoop Festisval is not for a while but I'm VERY EXCITED that the PST finally has a stop on the East Coast in Panama. It's in April and there will be beach jumps for regular jumpers, too, a helicopter, and plenty of normal-altitude jumps. I'm not advertising, but rather, am hoping I will get to meet some of you at these events. It's not often I get to go to "special events" like Eloy, blah, blah, blah...and these are the two closest things I know I will be going to. Anyone else?Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kevin922 0 #2 January 9, 2003 Quote the parachutist symposium in Jacksonville, FL. (about 20 minutes away from where I live on Atlantic Beach) or the Swoop Festival in Panama City, FL.? The symposium is Jan. 26--31. There will be jumps all week and helicopter jumps as well. The Swoop Festisval is not for a while but I'm VERY EXCITED that the PST finally has a stop on the East Coast in Panama. It's in April and there will be beach jumps for regular jumpers, too, a helicopter, and plenty of normal-altitude jumps. I'm not advertising, but rather, am hoping I will get to meet some of you at these events. It's not often I get to go to "special events" like Eloy, blah, blah, blah...and these are the two closest things I know I will be going to. Anyone else? While you're planning - put mardi gras boogie on your list (gold coast skydivers -- moss point, Mississippi) that shouldn't be that far of a drive for you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PLFXpert 0 #3 January 9, 2003 I'll check into that! Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skygod7777 0 #4 January 9, 2003 ya, i'll be at PIA, and i would like to try and make it to the swoop festisval. but i'm not to sure about the swoop festisval. later Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymama 37 #5 January 9, 2003 You might see me lurking around in the shadows up there at some time. 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
Rdutch 0 #6 January 9, 2003 Quote You might see me lurking around in the shadows up there at some time. Hey Andi, I really want to go to the symposium, there is a lot of new stuff I want to see. Rumor has it that Relative Workshop has some cool toys they are going to display, and I cant wait to see them. Also with the new canopies from all the companies I would love to see what the future of skydiving has in store. So if your going lemmie know so I can sneak in your Van for a ride. Ray Small and fast what every girl dreams of! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
councilman24 37 #7 January 9, 2003 This will be my 6th Symposium, only missing 1995. Third on staff, second as a speaker. As a part time rigger and instructor I've found these invaluable over the years. Some of the talks are repetitive when you go to them all, but there's always something to learn. Look me up at registration, the syposium headquarters room, or the bar.Also remember, the PIA business meetings Thursday to Sunday are open to all. Come visit and watch you favorite gear manufacturers "discuss" the issues. Some of the stuff is boring meeting stuff, but the rigging and technical committees are pretty good discussions. I'll have my new lap top and digital camera there. I'll try to post some pics during the week. Terry Urban P.S. I'm going to be down there the weekend before (the 18th.). Anything going on then at the local DZ's? I'm old for my age. Terry Urban D-8631 FAA DPRE Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PLFXpert 0 #8 January 9, 2003 Right on...when will you be there, you think? I will probably be there on the 26th...working the 27th-31st Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skygod7777 0 #9 January 9, 2003 Quote Right on...when will you be there, you think? well, i'm still at school right now, in typing class and i can't remember what day i'm flying down. i think i'll be there the 25, but i'm not sure. when i get home, i'll look at my tickets and be sure. later Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PLFXpert 0 #10 January 9, 2003 When exactly will everything be going on? The ad says the 26th through 31st but is there anything in addition to that, like the 25th or Feb. 1? I'm working the 27th-31st from 8:30 to 5 so I can only come on the weekend days and so far the only weekend day, I know of, is the 26th.Thanks a bunch....tell me what to look for, too. I'm easy to spot, loong blonde hair, and rest assure, Skymama CAN NOT nide in the shadows...you will still notice her, she's too beautiful not toI don't plan on paying the $95 to hear everything but there is a $5 day pass and whatever that gets me to see, that's what I'll be seeing Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muenkel 0 #11 January 9, 2003 Carrie, Why don't you set up a spanking booth? That should draw the masses. _________________________________________ Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PLFXpert 0 #12 January 9, 2003 Oooooo, I can't believe I didn't think of that first! Thanks, Chris...will I be expecting you? Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymama 37 #13 January 9, 2003 Go here for the times they are open for the symposium: http://www.pia.com/SYMPOSIUM_2003/Symposium2003.htm or this one: http://www.pia.com/SYMPOSIUM_2003/Exhibitor2003-1.PDFShe 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
skybytch 273 #14 January 9, 2003 Quote there is a $5 day pass and whatever that gets me to see, that's what I'll be seeing That should get you into the exhibit hall, which is where you can see all the newest stuff and talk to the folks who design and build it. Great fun; you'll meet loads of people Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkymonkeyONE 4 #15 January 9, 2003 I will be there as a member of both the Atair and SkyKAT contingent. I retire on the 24th, so I probably won't be on-site in Jacksonville until Sunday at the earliest. Since I am one of ten Pro team captains in the PST, yes, I will be at the swoop fest also. Chuck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kevin922 0 #16 January 9, 2003 Quote Carrie, Why don't you set up a spanking booth? That should draw the masses. Would she be giving or rcving? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PLFXpert 0 #17 January 9, 2003 I thought their was 11? I got an e-mail saying they added Andy Farrington to the team captain's list. You'd know better than me Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
councilman24 37 #18 January 9, 2003 This nothing on the 26th except registration. But, the exhibits are open till 8:00 pm Tue thru Thursday. Also the technical and rigging committees of PIA meet on sat the 25. See schedule http://www.pia.com/meetingnotices/mtg20030124.pdf If your only 20 minutes away you might find them interesting. Usually a lively discussion between the manufacturers with us part timers throwing our 2 cents worth in. Anybodies welcome to set in on any of the PIA business meeting Friday, Sat, and Sun before the symposium.I'm old for my age. Terry Urban D-8631 FAA DPRE Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PLFXpert 0 #19 January 9, 2003 THanks for the info! Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muenkel 0 #20 January 9, 2003 Quote Thanks, Chris...will I be expecting you? Unfortunately no since I have very little vacation time accrued right now. I am planning to be in Florida either in May or June. I will expect many spankings while there. _________________________________________ Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PLFXpert 0 #21 January 9, 2003 Oooo, my B-day is in June...maybe I'll wear my B-day suit...you never know. He he he...j/k. OK...keep me posted! Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diablopilot 2 #22 January 9, 2003 I'll be at PIA, I hope I survive the week....---------------------------------------------- You're not as good as you think you are. Seriously. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
