skittles_of_SDC 0 #1 April 7, 2009 I have to do a an informational speech today and I chose skydiving as my main topic. I'm thinking of making how to get licensed and a few of the disciplines you can choose once licensed the sub-topic. Any thoughts? Good idea? Dumb idea? Let's hear it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
piisfish 140 #2 April 7, 2009 tell them how you're going to pack your reserve scissors beat paper, paper beat rock, rock beat wingsuit - KarlM Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zoobrothertom 5 #3 April 7, 2009 In the past, I've brought in my packed rig and gone over its simple functionality. Ask folks to hold their questions until you finish your presentation. They'll then hit you with a million questions. Definitely know the basic fatality stats and primary causes of injury/death (mainly operator error!) good luck____________________________________ I'm back in the USA!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cocheese 0 #4 April 7, 2009 Mention the wind tunnels and bring a picture of one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MakeItHappen 15 #5 April 7, 2009 QuoteI have to do a an informational speech today and I chose skydiving as my main topic. I'm thinking of making how to get licensed and a few of the disciplines you can choose once licensed the sub-topic. Any thoughts? Good idea? Dumb idea? Let's hear it. Steal the lecture Burt Lancaster does in Gypsy Moths. .. Make It Happen Parachute History DiveMaker Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikeJD 0 #6 April 7, 2009 QuoteIn the past, I've brought in my packed rig and gone over its simple functionality. If you do take your rig along, you might want to secure your handles temporarily. Just in case anyone decides to pick it up by the silver one! I did a similar talk once and it went down really well. People are amazed to learn just how much of a sport it is, and it's a great opportunity to puncture some of the myths that the media puts out. Let us know how it went! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ryoder 1,590 #7 April 7, 2009 Quote Quote I have to do a an informational speech today and I chose skydiving as my main topic. I'm thinking of making how to get licensed and a few of the disciplines you can choose once licensed the sub-topic. Any thoughts? Good idea? Dumb idea? Let's hear it. Steal the lecture Burt Lancaster does in Gypsy Moths. . Show them the packing video from "Fathom": http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d6DoIyFeLRg "There are only three things of value: younger women, faster airplanes, and bigger crocodiles" - Arthur Jones. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
