freefalle 0 #1 December 28, 2006 So, my girlfriend and I were on our way back from Tampa and decided to stop at Z-hills to make a much needed jump. I was amazed how nice it is and how pleasant the staff was. It was obviously a busy time for them with everyone there for vacation and such. Even though they were busy the manifest staff went out of there way to get me waviered, get my gear checked and get me ready to jump. Manifest was quick and efficient, two planes were running back to back, short waits for loads. TK was running manifest, I believe. I was truly impressed with the way the DZ was being operated and with the facilities available. My girlfriend went in to ask some questions about their AFF program, even though they were busy, they took the time to answer all of her questions, and they were nice about it. I met a few new people there, and made one great skydive before we had to head home. It was a good time, we will certainly be back. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
towjumpr 0 #2 December 29, 2006 This is only a sympathy reply cause i know how it feels when i start a thread and nobody replies... BUMP!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The_Don 0 #3 December 29, 2006 I agree! Me & the wife made the 6 hour drive last year for New Years. Had a whole 36 jumps at the time. Had a blast & loved the DZ !!! Headed out early am to do it again this year! What a place to ring in the NEW YEAR !!!! YEE HAA!!! I am NOT being loud. I'm being enthusiastic! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jheadley 0 #4 December 29, 2006 I arrived at Z hills a few days ago after not being here for nearly a year. One of the first things said to me was, "Welcome home". Everybody still remembered my name. For a large dz it has a very personal small-dz feel. I love it. (Typing this from City Hall) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ntrprnr 0 #5 December 29, 2006 QuoteSo, my girlfriend and I were on our way back from Tampa and decided to stop at Z-hills to make a much needed jump. I was amazed how nice it is and how pleasant the staff was. It was obviously a busy time for them with everyone there for vacation and such. Even though they were busy the manifest staff went out of there way to get me waviered, get my gear checked and get me ready to jump. Manifest was quick and efficient, two planes were running back to back, short waits for loads. TK was running manifest, I believe. I was truly impressed with the way the DZ was being operated and with the facilities available. My girlfriend went in to ask some questions about their AFF program, even though they were busy, they took the time to answer all of her questions, and they were nice about it. I met a few new people there, and made one great skydive before we had to head home. It was a good time, we will certainly be back. Plus, you took a KICK-ASS PHOTO. It's that one I'm looking at over and over when I think about how much work I need to get to "adaquate" in my RW skills. Because in that 1/125th of a second, I looked like I knew what I was doing!! :)_______________ "Why'd you track away at 7,000 feet?" "Even in freefall, I have commitment issues." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SmilingPhoenix 0 #6 December 29, 2006 I just want you all to know that you suck I am sitting here in Tampa and I haven't had a single hour, let alone day, to come and jump. And now, all I hear is how great you are. Geeze. I think I need to either come visit my family more often so I can get some time at the DZ, or just come and not tell any of them I'm here so I can jump at will. Because life is an adventure - it may not be the one you planned, but then it wouldn't be an adventure! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
anewempire 0 #7 December 29, 2006 i was in tampa over christmas and i brought all my skydiving gear to jump at z-hills accept the one thing i couldn't rent in order for me to jump... my logbook Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chotchkie 0 #8 December 29, 2006 I'm actually glad you posted this. I was looking at headin' to Z-Hills for my AFF course while on leave. Glad to hear it's a nice place. (It'll be nice to start jumping squares as well...)"Ducks bite hard, and they don't feel bad..." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jmpnkramer 0 #9 December 29, 2006 Yeppers Z-Hills is Tons of Fun! That will definitely always be my Home DZ! I enjoy the other places I goto but Z-Hills is like the smaler DZ's as far as personality. I wish I could ring in the New Year there but Alas I am sitting in the middle of the "Dry Beach!" I also wanted to take a moment and thank "The Don" for coming up and introducing yourself last year. I was busy trying to ensure all the equipment from the non-night jump got back. I still owe you a beer Big Guy! Glad to hear you and your woman had a good experience! Have A Safe trip to wherever Home is! Laters, K-MAN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! .The REAL KRAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAMER! "HESITATION CAUSES DEATH!!!" "Be Slow to Fall into Friendship; but when Thou Art in, Continue Firm & Constant." - SOCRATES Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PRSKY71 0 #10 December 29, 2006 Z-Hills is a great place!!! The atmosphere is great, the facilities are very nice and I loved camping there. The bonfires are a hoot!!! Character cannot be made except by a steady, long continued process. -- Phillips Brooks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildcard451 0 #11 December 30, 2006 Reading and posting this from City hall as we speak.....the fog is burning off, so get your asses out of bed and get on load one! Most of my crap is over near the EC FF bunker.....let's jump bitches... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dorbie 0 #12 December 30, 2006 Yup Z-Hils is great, great setup, friendly people & a good vibe & nice bonfire etc. after the jumping. Famous gear makers right there too, I only have good things to say about the place. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
katiebear21 0 #13 December 30, 2006 Chuck - sorry I missed ya brother! Let me just say that you dz.comers need to point yourselves out by the campfire as there are TONS of us here. Everyone in the Bomb Squad (located in the left corner on the deck) is pretty much a poster and CHuck and I are here full time now as well. The Roaming DZ crew showed up last night so this weekend should be a doozie! Posting from the mansion! Katie Get your PMS glass necklace here Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildcard451 0 #14 December 30, 2006 QuotePosting from the mansion! get out of there and come jump with me damnit... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
katiebear21 0 #15 December 30, 2006 No jumpie my numpie!!! I'm down with a shoulder injury, member??? I AM on my 2nd Miller Lite though! Katie Get your PMS glass necklace here Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
marcandalysse 0 #16 December 30, 2006 have fun kiddies! say hi to everyone for us.... marc "The reason angels can fly is that they take themselves so lightly." --GK Chesterton Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ntrprnr 0 #17 December 30, 2006 Do a jump for me. :-( Tried to go to the Ranch this morning, walked out of my building, it was 37 degrees. Turned around and went back to bed. Feh. _______________ "Why'd you track away at 7,000 feet?" "Even in freefall, I have commitment issues." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peggs82 0 #18 December 30, 2006 Miss you guys....katie...tell karl he's a looser for becoming a free flyer all of a a sudden! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkymonkeyONE 4 #19 December 31, 2006 You mean Karl "Stinky" Stenger? He's way more of a wingsuiter than a freeflyer. We just had out first "fire" incident. Drunk NAKED guy warming himself up around the fire after skinny dipping in the swoop pond fell backwards into the fire. Not hospital-bound, but ugly nontheless. Fire kills, people. Don't fuck around near fire. Chuck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skinnyshrek 0 #20 December 31, 2006 hehehehe spence been drinking again hey him naked not a pretty sighthttp://www.skydivethefarm.com do you realize that when you critisize people you dont know over the internet, you become part of a growing society of twats? ARE YOU ONE OF THEM? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
katiebear21 0 #21 December 31, 2006 LOL - luckily, not Spence. Karl has the UGLIEST FF Suit. I think it is Moose's suit. Looks good on Moose, a little scary on Karl! Katie Get your PMS glass necklace here Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
leslieb 0 #22 December 31, 2006 Vodka inversion! Bust it, bust it.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
leslieb 0 #23 December 31, 2006 If it makes you feel any better, I lost my freefly buddy to wingsuits there this week Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
katiebear21 0 #24 December 31, 2006 QuoteIf it makes you feel any better, I lost my freefly buddy to wingsuits there this week You guys are funny... this thread is starting to sound morbid! It's all goodie in the hoodie, freeflying, wingsuiting, even making a belly buster! Do it all and there will never be any losses! Katie Get your PMS glass necklace here Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peggs82 0 #25 January 1, 2007 KA-KAAAAAAAAA I heard about the solo birdie "wig boy" the other day...classic Chuck and Moose Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
