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  1. I, also, enjoyed that! Birdshit & Fools Productions "Son, only two things fall from the sky."
  2. So not really "TRULEY" Spot on Squeak. Hey, I don't know the guy. I don't free fly so I'd probably never have to jump with him. Right now, I'd choose to pass on any opportunity to jump with him. In time, depending on how he handles this, my opinion (and that's all it is) may change. God knows I’ve made plenty of my own mistakes that I’ve had to live with. I hope he does something to sway my opinion of him. So, YES, I truly hope he gets through this. Birdshit & Fools Productions "Son, only two things fall from the sky."
  3. I grew up just south of Green Bay. I still remember Bart Star sneeking into the endzone behind Jerry Kramer to win a Superbowl. When I was 12, my parents moved to Minneapolis. I've spent the last 40+ years trying to become a Vikings fan..... It's not going well. Still love the Pack!! Birdshit & Fools Productions "Son, only two things fall from the sky."
  4. I almost had fun once. Birdshit & Fools Productions "Son, only two things fall from the sky."
  5. I haven't owned a sled in a while. So, let's hope for lots of snow this season. Birdshit & Fools Productions "Son, only two things fall from the sky."
  6. "Pete the Pup" is what we called this 16 year old kid that started skydiving at Baldwin in 1979 or 80. Yey Pup! Pete here may remember John Killdahl who jumped a Dactyl for many years. I do recall him doing some CRW with it. John was also one of the early camera guys I can remember. I'd love to get in touch with him to see some of the old shots he took of us. Where are you at these days Pete?
  7. In the good ol days, we had to be warry of every asshat that showed up at a DZ wanting to jump. We had no way of knowing what stupididty they were capable of. Those days are gone... deal with it. Today, if you do something stupid, it WILL show up on youtube. You will be held accountable. As it should be? I truely hope Simon gets through this. Just, not at any DZ I frequent. Sorry. Birdshit & Fools Productions "Son, only two things fall from the sky."
  8. Maybe, maybe not. We are the USPA, remember. Members need to complain. An S&TA needs to talk to an RD. The RD can petition the USPA. If there are enough complaints, then maybe. But it stops with us, the membership. We have to act. Stop passing the buck off on the "USPA". Get off your ass (not aimed at Spence) and become a squeeky gear. IMHO as always. Birdshit & Fools Productions "Son, only two things fall from the sky."
  9. This?... Other offensive conduct, which may not otherwise be actionable in law, but which nonetheless, may result in serious injury to persons or property or which may degrade the sport, are specifically set forth herein. It is recognized that every infraction of a USPA procedure, if enforced within the literal meaning of the procedure, may yield inequitable results. USPA is not a law enforcement agency but rather an organization dedicated to encouraging safe skydiving. B. Any USPA member shall be guilty of an offense justifying the imposition of the penalties set forth in USPA Governance Manual Section 1-6.4.C (below) who— 1. Willfully, flagrantly, or continuously violates the USPA Basic Safety Requirements 2. Aids and abets a willful violation of the USPA Basic Safety Requirements 3. Is so grossly negligent in his conduct or acts as to imminently imperil his fellow skydivers or aircraft or persons or property on the ground, or wantonly disregards the safety of himself or other persons 4. Engages in any conduct as a skydiver which a person of reasonable prudence would anticipate as being likely to bring public contempt upon himself or herself, or upon skydivers, or upon USPA 5. Engages in any conduct which reasonably jeopardizes the well-being of USPA 6. Willfully falsifies any document, certificate, or record connected with or relating to skydiving 7. Willfully and knowingly misrepresents any material fact in connection with any application filed with USPA C. Penalties: Any USPA regular member who has been found to have committed one or more of the offenses specified in USPA Governance Manual Section 1-6.4.B (above), shall be subject to one or more of the following: 1. Membership suspension or revocation 2. License suspension or revocation 3. Rating suspension or revocation 4. Censure Birdshit & Fools Productions "Son, only two things fall from the sky."
  10. This poll is stupid... there's no (*) (*) option.
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  12. It's available until 11-14 on demand for free at http://www.tcm.com/watchtcm/movies/77191/Gypsy-Moths-The/ I'm watching it later tonight. I have not seen it for a long time. Thanks for the heads up Twardo. Birdshit & Fools Productions "Son, only two things fall from the sky."
  13. I tried really hard to stay awake, but was unable to. I'm searching to see when it will re-air.
  14. I had a student loose altitude awareness this summer. I dumped out in front of him and he got the message. Plan the dive, dive the plan.
  15. Nuff said! Birdshit & Fools Productions "Son, only two things fall from the sky."
  16. The comments are a hoot! It sounds like even the locals are up to speed on this group. Birdshit & Fools Productions "Son, only two things fall from the sky."
  17. ... and then shut the fuck up? Birdshit & Fools Productions "Son, only two things fall from the sky."
  18. It's not up to me. As I understand it, you have to be packing under the direct supervision of a qualified rigger. (too lazy to look it up in the SIM) If you met that standard and have a rigger that ok's it, I'd be ok with it if I wasn't planning on packing for myself. Which, I usually do. Birdshit & Fools Productions "Son, only two things fall from the sky."
  19. Northern Minnesota's Boundry Waters Canoe area. She can only get there by canoe. It's completely isolated, ......... ................. Oh, wait. The last thing I want is her coming to Minnesota. Nope, Colorado is a good spot for her. And, stop calling me Surley. Birdshit & Fools Productions "Son, only two things fall from the sky."
  20. I currently hold the state RW record for the most guys named Skyjumpenfool in a single formation... Where can I get a shirt printed?
  21. Two possible answers come to mind: 1) Then why have "state records"? 2) Why do people root for their home football or home soccer team? Because a bit of friendly competition is fun. There is more to this... Alot of us may never get good enough to break a world record. Being part of a State Record attempt (especially an organized one) is a challeng, a learning tool, and a stepping stone to bigger things. There is real value here. Also, Outside Expertise, brought in to organize, train, teach, participate, even compete for slots, help to raise the bar for all of us. A little heathy competition only makes us better. If you get benched at a bigway event, it's not a disgrace. It's a challenge for you to get better. Plus, often it's a safety net to keep it safe. Put on your big boy panties and make some more skydives!!!! Birdshit & Fools Productions "Son, only two things fall from the sky."
  22. Tax records and sales are public record. And it is a nice house in a nice subdivision. Maybe someone will make them an offer so they can move. First, I didn't know it was for sale? (not that it matters) Second, her moving to another location just brings hardship to another DZ somewhere. Strato and all... I agree with letting sleeping bears lye. But can we keep PM's flying? I've gotten a huge charge from this thread. I've been trying to play nice, but it's not easy. >>>> I just edited several great jokes out of this reply alone. Birdshit & Fools Productions "Son, only two things fall from the sky."
  23. I wonder how long she can do that for… Hee Hee!!! Birdshit & Fools Productions "Son, only two things fall from the sky."