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Alphabetical listing of events.
Andy Jackson Flight Park Anniversary Fly-In  
7/11/2009 through 7/11/2009

Once again it is time to for the Crestline Soaring Society to celebrate the anniversary of its premier flight park.

Come launch from our spacious and easy Crestline and Marshall launches and enjoy our consistent summer lift. Then, land as close as you can to the cone on our soft, expansive, grassy LZ.

Finish off the day with good food and better friends. Further details on our website. $10 for day membership and $10 for dinner. More Information: John S. Wright 7146421813 abc3@johnwright.com, or www.crestlinesoaring.org.

More Info: http://www.crestlinesoaring.org


Emergency Parachute Safety Seminar  
7/19/2009 through 7/19/2009

Emergency Parachute Safety Seminar by Betty Pfeiffer to be held July 19th, 2009 in conjunction with the 2009 US National Hang Gliding Championships at King Mountain. Seminar to be held in Moore, Idaho on Sunday afternoon, free to attendees. BBQ and multi media presentation of the King Mountain route guide to follow. For more information, contact Lisa Tate, Meet Director 208.376.7914 or go to www.flykingmountain.com

More Info: http://www.flykingmountain.com


Over-the-water Maneuvers Clinics in Southern California with Eagle Paragliding  
7/14/2009 through 7/19/2009

JULY 14-19: Over-the-water Maneuvers Clinics in Southern California with Eagle Paragliding. America’s top all-around acro and competition pilot Brad Gunnuscio will be coaching with our state of the art towing set up. Visit www.paragliding.com, or call 805.968.0980 for more information.

More Info: http://www.paragliding.com


Rat Race Paragliding Competition (USHPA Sanctioned)  
6/28/2009 through 7/4/2009

At Woodrat Mtn in Ruch, OR.
Registration starts Feb. 15 and ends June 28th.
P3 with USHPA membership. GPS, helmet, reserve and radion capable of transmitting on all USHPA frequencies. Fees are $395 by 4/15 and $450 after. Intro to competition, mentoring program, evening classroom, discussions, race to goal, out & return, triangles.

More Info: http://www.mphsports.com


Tater Hill Open   
7/26/2009 through 8/1/2009

Boone, NC. Tater Hill Open ~ XC and Race for paragliders and low performance hang gliders w/ concentration on new XC pilots. More information @ www.flytaterhill.com or contact Bubba Goodman @ 828-773-9433. Registration opens April 15, $175 includes rides up the hill, retrieve, spiffy T-shirt and awards party. $1000 prize money has already been donated for top 3 finishers!!!

More Info: http://www.flytaterhill.com


Texas Open 2009  
7/31/2009 through 8/2/2009

Aero-Tow, winch tow & foot launch.
Trikes available for rides & instruction.
Hot air balloon rides early am & late pm.
Lots of fun for the whole family.
Located along the beautiful Frio River in the TX hill country. TX style BBQ & other food all day. Music Sat night. Advance registration mandatory. Deadline June 1st. $30 Contact Roger Nathanson 830 367 4030 tecsales@ozonepurewater.com Sam Kellner 830 486 8031, txhitime@yahoo.com
The King Mountain US National Hang Gliding Championships (USHPA Sanctioned)  
7/20/2009 through 7/25/2009

Location: Moore, Idaho
Registration starts 1/1/09 and ends 7/19/09. Entry fee is $125
Requirements: H3 or above
Equip. Requirements: Certified gliders, helmet, parachute, GPS and oxygen is recommended.
Open distance XC along specified routes.

Touching the Andes of Peru Tours  
6/1/2009 through 7/31/2009

June/July 2009. Touching the Andes of Peru Tours. Join Jeff Cristol and Adventure Tour Productions for another paragliding tour to the Andes of Peru. This will be Jeff’s 14th trip to the high mountains of Peru where he intimately knows sites throughout the country. . Please visit www.paraglideperu.com, www.adventuretourproductions.com/articles/touchingtheandes.htm and www.adventuretourproductions.com/articles2005/sacredvalley.htm to read about these adventures and for any questions or to reserve a spot: Call 970 728 1754 or write: jeff@adventuretourproductions.com

Wills Wing Demo Days   
7/2/2009 through 7/5/2009

Lookout Mountain Flight Park is hosting Wills Wing Demo Days this Fourth of July weekend. As if a holiday weekend isn't enough to make you come and fly with your friends, now Steve Pearson from Wills Wing will be at Lookout with gliders to fly. Join us to test fly gliders and to pick Steve's brain. There will be flying and festivities. Any questions call 1-800-688-5637 or 706-398-3541 or visit www.hanglide.com.

More Info: http://www.hanglide.com


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