upndownshop 0 #1 July 19, 2006 Hey everyone! I apologize for not getting online but I am trying to get to Rantoul. Man I am tired!! Who made my schedule this year? But I wanted to take this time to say a few things. THANK YOU!!!! It was awesome. I am so proud of the way this went off for everyone. Everyone of you stepped up and made it happen! There were some MAJOR accomplishments over the weekend. I think someone needs to start a thread with a list of all the SCR's Bigways, and records. I know that 9 out of 11 people that got their water training went on and got their B license!! Guys and Gals, I cant put into words what is in my heart right now. You all ROCKED! The giving, sharing, teaching, and learning this weekend really left a warm and fuzzy feeling. I can tell you that Jerry is very proud of everyone. How do I know? Just look at all the pictures and video!! We had our closing meeting with Steve Boyd so the planning has begun for SF 07! We realize that we had some challenges this year, but we know what they are and we will fix them. We had 315 register making 2957 skydives!!! Great job everyone! Oh we had an Apachie helicopter show up on Monday and give us a show!! WOW He will be back for next year, with a couple of F-16 as well!! Woo Hoo! Again, I apologize, there are a ton of follow up things that need to be done, but it is difficult to do with our schedule. We will get them done, just not as fast as we like. Its people like yourselves that keep the drive alive for this event. I am honored to be a part of your lives. I cant say it enough but here it is again, THANK YOU!J Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 7 #2 July 19, 2006 THANK YOU J! oh yeah......NICE HAT! ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
upndownshop 0 #3 July 19, 2006 Quote THANK YOU J! oh yeah......NICE HAT! You like that! We dyed the hats to make them pink, not sure how that one got purple It was funny, we decided to make a few for the guys, not realizing that the hats were only sized in small to medium Oh well maybe we can do it again. It was great seeing you!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #4 July 19, 2006 J, Like each year prior, Skyfest just keeps getting bigger and better. The word is out and people are seeing Skyfest for what it truely is. Its not just a big fun boogie, its a boogie for skydivers wanting to learn and grow. Its a boogie about history and tradition, which of course is how it started. This is the kind of boogie that will keep skydiving alive and well like we have known it. Its the boogie that shows low-time jumpers what skydiving is about. Its not all about doing 30 jumps in a weekend, its not all about going up with the same people and cranking out point after point. Skydiving is about having fun, being safe and passing on what you learn to those who have come along after you. The rebirth of SCRs, being driven by those on DZ.com and those coming to Skyfest to see what they're about, is another example of recentering the sport to its roots. Obviously I don't have to explain how important that is. You know, that other comment I told you on Saturday with the "alternate" name says a lot about how far Skyfest has come in a few short years. Maybe next year we'll see people showing up to the auction that understand what the money from the auction is going to and they'll bid remembering that. Even though they may spend a little more at the end that way, they're still going to save money from buying that gear from a dealer. Then that money goes towards doing so much more. I think its possible that people started to understand that after Sgt. Maj. Impact got up on stage and helped. As always, you know how myself and my DZ (Todd's DZ) feels about skyfest. I look forward to seeing you at AOT +++, it'll give us a chance to talk in detail or atleast have a good time for a pre-wedding boogie for you and Jamie.Drive safe buddy, enjoy the mini-vacation by getting to relax at WFFC (instead of runnng a boogie).--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jumpergirl 0 #5 July 19, 2006 I have to add that the jumps I made at SkyFest this year were the BEST jumps I have ever been on!! I was so honored to be on Popsjumper's 500th jump, Lyman's 200th jump, 2 awesome Pink Patch jumps, the Women's Texas State Record (WOOOOOHOOOOO!!!!!), the SILO (Silent Inside Listening Outside) jump, and not to mention MNealTX's SCR jump!!! There were SEVERAL more, but those stick out the most right now. When I think of how wonderful this year's SkyFest was, it gives me goosebumps and puts a lump in my throat. THIS is what it's all about. Thanks, to everyone, for making SkyFest 06 bigger and better!! I can't wait for SkyFest 07!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amanduh 0 #6 July 19, 2006 QuoteI can't wait for SkyFest 07!! Let's not start the day countdown just yet girl. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 220 #7 July 19, 2006 QuoteQuoteI can't wait for SkyFest 07!! Let's not start the day countdown just yet girl. Why - Skinny's working - he'll never notice. I had a great time - and FWIW - the three of y'all, (Stan, Jamie, and J) along with a collection of other helpers did an awesome job of keeping everything smoother than ever. Yeah there was a little heat and a few mozees - but seeing so many out there for "the new guy" and helping just everyone out was very uplifting and powerful. I had fun from the moment I walked onto Skydive Spacelands hanger floor to the time we loaded the last box into the trailer and toasted friends that have been lost along the way. The thanks should go to you guys much more than us.I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jumpergirl 0 #8 July 19, 2006 The problem with starting the countdown right now is that we don't have the dates ironed out yet. It might be a little while before that, so everyone is safe for now. Clint, thank you so much for all of your hard work and helping us get things finished on Monday afternoon. It was great hanging out with you on the last day - and I'm so happy you found your keys!!! By the way, to everyone else, THANK YOU for helping us make it happen again! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites laraatalti2 0 #9 July 19, 2006 J - thank YOU!!!! SkyFest was amazing as always. Thank you for giving us such a great opportunity. It's also a lot of fun to just be there, but shh, don't tell my bosses that! It was great seeing everyone again - Dave, congrats on your award, you'll make a damn good AFFI. Thanks to you and everyone else for the sunset (?!) hop & pop, too Can't wait for SkyFest '07! ~ Lara Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Bolas 5 #10 July 19, 2006 QuoteOh we had an Apachie helicopter show up on Monday and give us a show!! WOW He will be back for next year, with a couple of F-16 as well!! Woo Hoo! We can jump an Apache next year? Stupidity if left untreated is self-correcting If ya can't be good, look good, if that fails, make 'em laugh. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites jumpjunkie2004 0 #11 July 19, 2006 I hate to use the F word... Skyfest was my FIRST boogie : ) What a great experience!!! Thanks for putting it together and making my FIRST trip to Texas one that I will remember forever!Jump, Land, Pack, Repeat... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skinnyshrek 0 #12 July 19, 2006 PLEASE PLEASE, FOR THE LOVE OF GOD No countdown. If you promise no countdown i will promise to not troll your thread next year I may even show up I am sure next time i see you jay you will have less hair on your head with all the worrying. Is that possible?http://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 popsjumper 2 #13 July 19, 2006 I watched the One Man's Story DVD. An emotional roller coaster ride to say the least...it really put the stamp on why I support SkyFest and the Schrimsher family wherever and whenever I can. When the '07 list comes out...put me down as number 3 behind you and Jamie. AndyMy reality and yours are quite different. I think we're all Bozos on this bus. Falcon5232, SCS8170, SCSA353, POPS9398, DS239 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skydivermom 0 #14 July 19, 2006 During Skyfest 2005, I was in San Marcos taking ground school. I remember thinking to myself "I will be there next year." Boy, time sure flies! Besides Skyfest being a blast, it was impressive to see the bond between Skydivers, and the way everyone helped eachother out. As we were dirtdiving for my SCR, I was overwhelmed at how so many pulled together to make it happen. One of these days I'll be good enough to help someone else get their SCR, and it will be just as much fun if not more. Skyfest was Truly an outstanding experience. Thanks to everyone!!Mrs. WaltAppel All things work together for good to them that love God...Romans 8:28 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Brains 2 #15 July 19, 2006 j, jaime, and stan: Thank you so much, i had an incredible time at skyfest. I have been focusing on other things in skydiving for the past few years and this boogie made me remember why i started skydiving. Mnealtx asked me what i was doing lining up to dirt dive his scr, and if i remembered how to fly on my belly. Well, joel mullins and i both exited on our heads but we figured it out pretty quick. J, i had a blast and i know my girlfriend wants to do another bananna jump so i know we will be back. Never look down on someone, unless they are going down on you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites adventurechick 0 #16 July 19, 2006 Thank you so much for putting on such a cool boogie! In the past few days I got my B license, did my water training there, got my SCR, and discovered I love freeflying and want to pursue freestyle. You guys did such a great job and made my summer! Thank you both! PMS #449 TPM #80 Muff Brother #3860 SCR #14705 Dirty Sanchez #233 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites wmw999 2,440 #17 July 20, 2006 You guys done good. That was fun. Yes, that was an understatement. Wendy W.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. Display as a link instead × Your previous content has been restored. Clear editor × You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL. 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laraatalti2 0 #9 July 19, 2006 J - thank YOU!!!! SkyFest was amazing as always. Thank you for giving us such a great opportunity. It's also a lot of fun to just be there, but shh, don't tell my bosses that! It was great seeing everyone again - Dave, congrats on your award, you'll make a damn good AFFI. Thanks to you and everyone else for the sunset (?!) hop & pop, too Can't wait for SkyFest '07! ~ Lara Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bolas 5 #10 July 19, 2006 QuoteOh we had an Apachie helicopter show up on Monday and give us a show!! WOW He will be back for next year, with a couple of F-16 as well!! Woo Hoo! We can jump an Apache next year? Stupidity if left untreated is self-correcting If ya can't be good, look good, if that fails, make 'em laugh. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jumpjunkie2004 0 #11 July 19, 2006 I hate to use the F word... Skyfest was my FIRST boogie : ) What a great experience!!! Thanks for putting it together and making my FIRST trip to Texas one that I will remember forever!Jump, Land, Pack, Repeat... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skinnyshrek 0 #12 July 19, 2006 PLEASE PLEASE, FOR THE LOVE OF GOD No countdown. If you promise no countdown i will promise to not troll your thread next year I may even show up I am sure next time i see you jay you will have less hair on your head with all the worrying. Is that possible?http://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
popsjumper 2 #13 July 19, 2006 I watched the One Man's Story DVD. An emotional roller coaster ride to say the least...it really put the stamp on why I support SkyFest and the Schrimsher family wherever and whenever I can. When the '07 list comes out...put me down as number 3 behind you and Jamie. AndyMy reality and yours are quite different. I think we're all Bozos on this bus. Falcon5232, SCS8170, SCSA353, POPS9398, DS239 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skydivermom 0 #14 July 19, 2006 During Skyfest 2005, I was in San Marcos taking ground school. I remember thinking to myself "I will be there next year." Boy, time sure flies! Besides Skyfest being a blast, it was impressive to see the bond between Skydivers, and the way everyone helped eachother out. As we were dirtdiving for my SCR, I was overwhelmed at how so many pulled together to make it happen. One of these days I'll be good enough to help someone else get their SCR, and it will be just as much fun if not more. Skyfest was Truly an outstanding experience. Thanks to everyone!!Mrs. WaltAppel All things work together for good to them that love God...Romans 8:28 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brains 2 #15 July 19, 2006 j, jaime, and stan: Thank you so much, i had an incredible time at skyfest. I have been focusing on other things in skydiving for the past few years and this boogie made me remember why i started skydiving. Mnealtx asked me what i was doing lining up to dirt dive his scr, and if i remembered how to fly on my belly. Well, joel mullins and i both exited on our heads but we figured it out pretty quick. J, i had a blast and i know my girlfriend wants to do another bananna jump so i know we will be back. Never look down on someone, unless they are going down on you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
adventurechick 0 #16 July 19, 2006 Thank you so much for putting on such a cool boogie! In the past few days I got my B license, did my water training there, got my SCR, and discovered I love freeflying and want to pursue freestyle. You guys did such a great job and made my summer! Thank you both! PMS #449 TPM #80 Muff Brother #3860 SCR #14705 Dirty Sanchez #233 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,440 #17 July 20, 2006 You guys done good. That was fun. Yes, that was an understatement. Wendy W.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
