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[/left] Great Eastern Balloon Camp July 12-16, 2015 Millersville University Millersville, Pennsylvania Are you a teen (or know of one) aged 13-18, interested in hot air ballooning and willing to join us for five fun filled action packed days/evenings? Camp starts Sunday afternoon and ends Thursday afternoon at the Millersville University campus. Come and share 5 days with up to 20 teens living and breathing ‘ballooning’ . PREVIOUS BALLOONING EXPERIENCE is NOT REQUIRED as our campers will be joining a volunteer staff of FAA certified pilots and experienced crew who will be acting as their mentors and counselors – making sure everyone benefits. Enjoy the company of others sharing a passion for ballooning, in this unique and different camp experience! Please register for our camp by clicking on the "Sign Up" link above. Between our hands-on work with various balloon systems (including rigging, tethering and pack-up), and our interactive class sessions, our campers will learn quickly. They will learn what is important to pilots and crew, all while in a fun and safety oriented environment. [/left] You will find the tuition for this camp includes all that, plus meals and housing in the secure campus dormitories at the University. When camp ends, you will leave as a more valuable crew member, better prepared for becoming a safe pilot, and a chance for lasting friendships. Our camp is centrally located with easy access to/from the following airports: Philadelphia International, Harrisburg International, and Lancaster Airport. Twenty lucky teens will have the opportunity for an experience others only dream about.

2015 Carolinas Balloon Association Safety Seminar and LTA Pilot Ground School You are invited to attend the 25th annual Carolinas Balloon Association Safety Seminar and LTA Pilot Ground School to be held in Statesville, NC. The dates for these events are February 21st, 2015 for the Safety Seminar and February 28th and March 1st, 2015 for the LTA Pilot Ground School. We are splitting the event this year over two weekends to better provide the time necessary to thoroughly cover the private and commercial ground school curriculum. We are also planning a fun fly on Sunday, February 22nd weather permitting so the seminar attendees can put all that new found knowledge to work. On February 21st, In accordance with the BFA’s Continuing Education Safety Seminar Guidelines, the safety seminar committee is presenting a one day agenda presented by a professional group of expert and knowledgeable speakers. Presenters will include > Henry Rosenbaum on ‘Accident Investigation and Analysis’ Ken Draughn discussing ‘Annual Inspections - What should you expect.’ Roger Clark will give us insights on ‘Summer Flying and Balloon Performance' Dave Sullivan will be discussing 'FAR's and your Biennual Flight Review' Charles Page will do a presentation on ‘Landowner Relations - Before, During and After the landing’ Steve Davis will present on two topics ‘Improving the Safety of our Ground Crews’ and a pilot decision making segment 'The 3 modes of Pilot Performance' Richard Fredenburg from the NC Department of Agriculture sharing some insights on 'Propane Safety' The cost for the safety seminar for pilots will be $50.00 and crew members will be $25.00. Member pilots of the Carolina Balloon Association will receive a $10 discount and member crew and enthusiasts will receive a $5 discount. If you have not already joined the CBA please do so in advance of the seminar to receive these additional member discounts. The Safety Seminar Committee is pleased to announce that Mitchell Community College in Statesville, NC has once again graciously provided their facilities to host the safety seminar. On February 28th and 29th, 2015 Roger Clark will conduct the LTA Pilot Ground School covering both private and commercial ground school training. Test books, plotters, sectionals, weather books and a CD of FAA documents will be provided to accompany the class. The ground school cost is $150.00. The LTA Ground School will be conducted at the Comfort Suites in Statesville, NC. Additionally, if you are a paid attendee of the LTA Pilot Ground School the safety seminar will be provided free of charge. Hotel accommodations for the seminar and ground school attendees will be provided by Comfort Suites in Statesville, NC. The hotel is located within a short 10 minute drive to the college. Attendees will receive a reduced room rate of $72.00. You can make your reservation by calling (704) 873-2044. Please indicate that you are attending the balloon seminar and ground school to receive this special rate. Please book your rooms by February 14th, 2014. We look forward to your participation and attendance at the 2015 CBA Safety Seminar, Ground School and fun fly. Don’t forget to extend this invitation to your students and crew as well. Additional seminar and ground school information and applications are available under the 'Events' section of the Carolinas Balloon Association website. www.carolinasballoonassociation.com Thank you and see you all soon.

2015 Carolinas Balloon Association Safety Seminar and LTA Pilot Ground School You are invited to attend the 25th annual Carolinas Balloon Association Safety Seminar and LTA Pilot Ground School to be held in Statesville, NC. The dates for these events are February 21st, 2015 for the Safety Seminar and February 28th and 29th, 2015 for the LTA Pilot Ground School. We are splitting the event this year over two weekends to better provide the time necessary to thoroughly cover the private and commercial ground school curriculum. We are also planning a fun fly on Sunday, February 22nd weather permitting so the seminar attendees can put all that new found knowledge to work. On February 21st, In accordance with the BFA’s Continuing Education Safety Seminar Guidelines, the safety seminar committee is presenting a one day agenda presented by a professional group of expert and knowledgeable speakers. Presenters will include Henry Rosenbaum on ‘Accident Investigation and Analysis’, Ken Draughn discussing ‘Annual Inspections - What should you expect.’, Roger Clark will give us insights on ‘Summer Flying and Balloon Performance', Dave Sullivan will be discussing 'FAR's and your Bi-Annual Flight Review, Charles Page will do a presentation on ‘Landowner Relations - Before, During and After the landing’, Steve Davis will present on two topics ‘Improving the Safety of our Ground Crews’ and a pilot decision making segment 'The 3 modes of Pilot Performance' and finally Richard Fredenburg from the NC Departmnet of Agriculture sharing some insights on 'Propane Safety' The cost for the safety seminar for pilots will be $50.00 and crew members will be $25.00. Member pilots of the Carolina Balloon Association will receive a $10 discount and member crew and enthusiasts will receive a $5 discount. If you have not already joined the CBA please do so in advance of the seminar to receive these additional member discounts. The Safety Seminar Committee is pleased to announce that Mitchell Community College in Statesville, NC has once again graciously provided their facilities to host the safety seminar. On February 28th and 29th, 2015 Roger Clark will conduct the LTA Pilot Ground School covering both private and commercial ground school training. Test books, plotters, sectionals, weather books and a CD of FAA documents will be provided to accompany the class. The ground school cost is $150.00. The LTA Ground School will be conducted at the Comfort Suites in Statesville, NC. Additionally, if you are a paid attendee of the LTA Pilot Ground School the safety seminar will be provided free of charge. Hotel accommodations for the seminar and ground school attendees will be provided by Comfort Suites in Statesville, NC. The hotel is located within a short 10 minute drive to the college. Attendees will receive a reduced room rate of $72.00. You can make your reservation by calling (704) 873-2044. Please indicate that you are attending the balloon seminar and ground school to receive this special rate. Please book your rooms by February 14th, 2014. We look forward to your participation and attendance at the 2015 CBA Safety Seminar, Ground School and fun fly. Don’t forget to extend this invitation to your students and crew as well. Additional seminar and ground school information and applications are available under the 'Events' section of the Carolinas Balloon Association website. www.carolinasballoonassociation.com Thank you and see you all soon.

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The Great Eastern Balloon Association will hold their seminar on Saturday, March 14, 2015 in New Jersey. We would love to have you join us! Please visit www.gebaballoon.org to register and feel free to respond to me with any specific questions. Contact Dawn Ann Chase

Where Millersville, PA at Millersville University. Email Website

Where Reno, NV at the University of Nevada-Reno. More Information soon. Email Web

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