The Ohio Challenge is a public/private partnership. The purpose of this annual event is to bring positive attention to the City of Middletown while including non-profit organizations in a way that they may add to their own treasuries.
The History:
The U.S. National Hot Air Balloon Championships were held in Middletown 1992-1993-1994. The community expressed an interest in having future balloon events held in Middletown. The Ohio Challenge is in response to that interest and centers around a significant hot air balloon competition which draws many of the best pilots in the country.
The Executive Committee:
Chair - Maria Langendorf
Event Manager - Paula Hale
Treasurer - Scott Richardson
Past Chairs/Operational Logistics: Rodney Hale, David Pearce, Dan Sack
