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Adventure Living's GuestbookDue to the large number of spam and inappropriate posts, comments are no longer accepted on this page. Logan -out Logan <Gforcefd@hotmail.com> RotterDam, New York United States - Sunday, June 09, 2002 at 8:18:29 PM (MDT) Cheers from Nunavut, Canada. This is a nice site. Bob Kugaaruk, Nunavut Canada - Monday, May 27, 2002 at 2:24:37 PM (MDT) i am from central ct and i can not find a safe boaters coarse also i can not find a safe hunters coarse red man <maredman663@aol.com> new britain, ct usa - Thursday, February 14, 2002 at 4:24:11 PM (MST) I'm 14 years old and I have started I hope to be a start of a grat life on the 5th of Jan I whent bunge jumping off victoria fells bridge it was thee most amazing thing In the world(& seen as you have not listed it on your list I highly recomend you do!!)If you have not been you shoud come on over to my contry do so, not only do you get to see one of the seven wonders of the world but you also get to jump for 111m, of african air. P.S if you would like my Pic's of jumping let me know Gemma Yates <mvb@ecoweb.co.zw> Harare, Zimbabwe - Sunday, January 27, 2002 at 7:20:12 AM (MST) Robert William Zerby St.Croix, US Virgin Islands E-mail: doctorzerby@military.com I have a 44 foot sailboat that was built in Norway. It's all wood and brass. I love it. Sometimes when I'm on a long trip and several hundred miles of the coast I like to put out the sea anchor, set the strobes for the night, then swim for 20 minutes away from the boat in the pitch dark. Then I turn around and swim back. Sometimes when I turn around, I cannot see the strobes of the boat :-O It's a RUSH. When I get back, rinse off the salt and pop open a cold beer, I just have to say to myself "Bob :-) you ARE ALIVE !!!" Semper Fi, Robert Zerby E-mail: doctorzerby@military.com . Robert Zerby <doctorzerby@military.com> St.Croix, US Virgin Islands USA - Friday, January 25, 2002 at 1:05:27 PM (MST) Hi, whats up althought we have never been white water rafting this page has confinced us to try it. Sarah and Vivian 8th grade students at S.M.S. Sarah and Vivian <butterfly100u@yahoo.com> Jackson, Kentucky United States of America - Tuesday, January 22, 2002 at 11:55:51 AM (MST) This sight was great! I found the "You know when your a skydiver when..." Extreemly funny!!! Most of it is actually true! hee hee lol Darren Rose <Goofyfooted100@hotmail.com> Dundee, Fife Scotland - Monday, January 14, 2002 at 4:34:03 PM (MST) Great Site. If you wnat to read about my Cross country site my site URL will take you there. Very nicely done and you are right about not trusting ht locals. I love the directions that start out with "It's only about half and hour away....." NOt on my bike it ain't. Thanks, Philip Philip Gerding <philip.gerding@att.net> Galveston Island, TEXAS USA - Saturday, December 29, 2001 at 10:11:05 AM (MST) Hey, I love your adventure site. A few months ago I decided to try out the trapeze. I didn't know how well I would be able to do, but after just a couple swings, I was flying though the air and being caught by the instructor. I highly recommend it. And the place I went was quite affordable too. Thomas Huff <tomhuff@hotmail.com> SILVER SPRING, MD USA - Wednesday, December 19, 2001 at 2:23:04 PM (MST) hell'o am trying to locate an old friend from ashland kentucky area. he is a salesman for a.k. steel. if anyone knows the whereabouts or how to get in touch with don carr please e-mail me. thanks maria <nhalfdimes2002@yahoo.com> kenton, ohio us - Wednesday, September 05, 2001 at 11:54:59 AM (MDT) Hi, I'm defineately a beginner at all of the sports. i would just like to find out where there is some whitewater rafting closest to me. I would also like to find out where i could go to watch some skydiving,windsurfing,canoeing,rowing,handgliding. i want to get involved with a few of these but I'm not sure where to start. I live in the San Fernando Valley in southern California and need some advice. I hope some one can lead me where my dreams are. Thank you for your time. Kelly Kelly Mercier <KelMerc@MSN.com> Canoga park, California USA - Saturday, August 11, 2001 at 5:24:44 AM (MDT) I like this ste. Seems like lot of work Jiban Jiban Ghimire <shangrilatreks@hons.com.np> Kathmandu, Bagmati Nepal - Saturday, September 22, 2001 at 7:32:13 PM (MDT) I love this site!!! I realize that I have a LOT of work to do on my site. I found this site looking up skydiving - I just did my first tandem dive today. I am told that I was lucky because I got to go on Mike Mullins Super King Air. I guess I will have to start AFF school in the next couple of months. I also recently got my SCUBA certification. The check out dive was not much fun - a cold rock quarry with only about 3' visibility. I can't wait to go diving in the warm waters of the BVI's in August on an upcoming Windjammer trip. I also enjoy water skiing, snow skiing, powerboating and canoeing (have I covered all of your adventures yet?). Anyway I would like to suggest another adventure section - motorcycle riding. I rode my Harley to the tandem jump and on my way home I noticed a small similarity to the free fall and the feeling of the wind in your face while on a motorcycle. Will <crwnncoke@aol.com> Ripley, TN USA - Wednesday, July 04, 2001 at 10:42:59 PM (MDT) Your website is absolutely fantastic. I just did my first Tandem Jump and I felt absolutely nostalgic reading through it. Ur site is a total reference for all adventure crazy lunatics like me :-). Keep the good work going. Shriek Shriek Chicago, IL usa - Wednesday, June 13, 2001 at 10:57:21 AM (MDT) I am always looking for great adventures for my site. Your site is very well done. Catherine If you come across any feel free to email me at mguilbert1@earthlink.net Catherine L. Bowersock <mguilbert1@earthlink.net> Reynoldsburg, OH United States - Friday, June 08, 2001 at 8:45:29 AM (MDT) hey man you got the totally right attitude, Life is terminal. You know the only sure thing that is goin to happen mmmmm. Try motocross, pretty wicked. I tried everest last year but was totally unprepared and unexperienced still made base camp, anyway blueskies man stu S maguire Edinburgh, Scotland - Sunday, May 13, 2001 at 7:09:42 AM (MDT) I recently did a tandem jump and i am really looking forward to completing an AFF course after reading about the training on ur website....keep up the good work....Brilliant photos! CYA Meryl <Bugsy1002000@yahoo.com> Manchester, England - Tuesday, May 08, 2001 at 6:18:53 AM (MDT) Just surf'en through looking for info. on the costal areas of Texas and stumbled onto you site. Enjoyed it very much! You seem to have the same spirit many of my friend and myself share. We hang glide in the southeastern part of Oklahoma. Have been doing it for 17 yrs. now and there's nothin like it. Hope for many more adventures for you to enjoy. Keep on Truck'en!!! Bruce Burrus <bkburrus@hotmail.com> edmond, ok Logan - Saturday, May 05, 2001 at 8:04:36 AM (MDT) I created a Yahoo! Club for people who vacation at Massanutten Resort in Virginia to share their tips and stories and photos. Jan <bflqxmz@yahoo.com> Md USA - Tuesday, May 01, 2001 at 10:23:14 AM (MDT) Hi, I'm trying to locate Charles Whitcomb. I worked with him last Aug. at the World Free Fall Convention in the US. I wanted to say HI and find out if he would be returning this year. Please give him my email address if you can. Thanks, Rae Ann from Tandem (WFFC) Rae Ann <magnolia@atlantic.net> Venice, Florida USA - Saturday, April 28, 2001 at 7:18:46 AM (MDT) Hey guys, check out AdventureLink Tours' Extreme Dream! Mateo <yeasayer22@hotmail.com> Squamish, British Columbia Canada - Friday, April 20, 2001 at 2:14:42 PM (MDT) Nice adventure site. You may want to include Adventure-Billboard.Com to your collection. Augie <acdesigns@programmer.net> - Wednesday, April 11, 2001 at 8:25:38 PM (MDT) Just surfed in … interesting site scott henson <johnhenri86@hotmail.com> Orlando , FL USA - Sunday, March 18, 2001 at 4:16:35 PM (MST) Hi,love the site,we were there about 5years ago and we loved it.We got to hold Buttercup,and I fell in love with her.I wanted to bring her home,but Luis and Judy said no way,LOL...just kidding.We really enjoyed our stay there,and you bring it all back with your site,,,Thank You, Ed & Lillie Cothran Lillie Cothran <ecothran@juno.com> Lake City, Florida USA - Sunday, March 18, 2001 at 10:07:36 AM (MST) Greetings from Nepal! Nepal is a haven for adventure in the Himalaya and it has drawn hundreds of EXPEDITIONS from all over the world to conquer its high mountains. Since the historic conquest of Mt. Everest,the highest mountain on earth, by Sir Edmund Hillary & Tenzin Norgay Sherpa in the early 50’s, Nepal’s mountains have been scaled again & again by expeditions from everywhere; and this trend is ever on the rise ! SHERPA SHANGRI-LA TREKS & EXPEDITIONS PVT.LTD. Presents Nepal to you and your clients in as many varied ways of explorations as can be imagined. Some of the ways to enjoy the splendor of Nepal are described below. TREKKING: The Himalaya, the great “Abode of snow” that extends across Asia, offers the most spectacular mountain scenery in the world, & nowhere is this scenery more spectacular then in the Kingdom of Nepal. But the mountain is far from the valley of Kathmandu, so the best way to see them and appreciate their grandeur is to leave the city behind and walk to the foot of the peaks themselves. A walk through the hills of Nepal will not only give you a view of the mountains, but also take you through remote hill villages inhabited by hospitable people who truly enjoy sharing their experiences with you, We invite you to join us on a visit to these remote regions to learn more about yourself and your world & to expand your physical & cultural horizons by traveling on foot through lands about which you have only dreamed. Jiban Ghimire <shangrilatreks@hons.com.np; treks_jiban@yahoo.com> Kathmandu, Bagmati Nepal - Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at 6:20:53 AM (MST) It's great to read the stories on this website and I hope to be able to add a adventure of myself maybe once, but I'll still have to experience that adventure. My question to anyone who reads this is the following. For several years I'm looking for a certain trip. I would love to go first hiking down the canyons and then rafting down the colorado river! I've been looking around on the net for this combination, but it only seems to happen seperately. Does anyone have any suggestion or comments, I would love to hear them. Thanks from the other side of the ocean. Françoise Rietveld <fransje_rietveld@hotmail.com> Den Haag, Netherlands - Monday, March 12, 2001 at 8:56:49 AM (MST) Great site!!! You capture everything that is so mysterious and beautiful about the sport of skydiving !!!! I will turn 40 tomorrow,(3/11/2001) and as a birthday present, my wife surprised me with a tandem jump today in Deland, Fl, about 15 minutes away...IT WAS AWSOME !!!! I plan on taking the AAF course next month... Thanks for the site, and happy diving !!!! Don Don <poet2Bsure@aol.com> Deltona, Florida USA - Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 7:30:18 PM (MST) KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!! FDL - Thursday, March 01, 2001 at 2:21:06 AM (MST) I was just surfing through the search pages on yahoo and came across your site. I like the idea of having a place to share adventures. You may see me back here soon. Take care. Elaine Central United Kingdom - Saturday, February 24, 2001 at 3:35:31 PM (MST) Wish I had more time to mountain bike and raft during the summer after seeing the great pic's on your site Keith <tpgolf@themail.com> - Saturday, February 24, 2001 at 12:29:28 AM (MST) Life is an Adventure and I thank Carl for sharing his adventures in life with us. Of course, anyone who would jump out of a perfectly good airplane is ............! Fred T. <cakayak@mindspring.com> LA, CA USA - Thursday, February 22, 2001 at 8:46:50 AM (MST) It's better to live your life! Great Homepage!! Gini <1-1@gmx.ch> Zurich, Switzerland - Tuesday, February 20, 2001 at 10:45:35 AM (MST) Hey everybody...I really, really need some help. I live in Coatesville, PA. It's like 40 minutes west of Philly. Anyway, if anybody knows of any phone numbers to any sky diving places within the tri - state area or anywhere in PA, Please e - mail me. My boyfriend's 20th birthday is coming up in March and he would LOVE to do this...what a better present from the girl right? The problem is...I am having a hell of a time finding any places with phone numbers or info. So please, if you got any, e - mail me ASAP and thanks a lot!! Jessica Linder <JLinny29@aol.com> Coatesville, PA USA - Sunday, February 18, 2001 at 6:36:12 PM (MST) Come out for a visit and learn to skydive at High Sky Adventures Parachute Club. We are a Club so our prices stay lower. We are located Freemont County Airport near Canon City, Colorado. 719-598-5867 Skip Moreau <skydive@highskyadventures.net> Colorado Springs, Colorado USA - Sunday, February 11, 2001 at 1:54:24 PM (MST) Did my first tandem a few months ago and can't wait to do the AFF course in another couple of months. Love your site, hopefully will write back again soon about the absolutely sick time i had doing the course. Hi to all the guys at the Hervey Bay Skydiving centre. caroline <spasmogirl@hotmail.com> Hervey Bay, qld Australia - Monday, February 05, 2001 at 4:45:35 AM (MST) I enjoyed visiting your site!!! Great info!!! David DuVal <dancing@yahoo.com> Atlanta, GA USA - Wednesday, January 31, 2001 at 8:26:20 AM (MST) Hi to every1 from Russia! I've made my first parachute jump abt 2 years ago! It was really exciting! There is no any tandem jumps nor AFF nor Static Line courses here in my DZ. I had a round military canopy 82 sqr m. I left the craft at the 800 m height, and SURVIVED! After Abt 3 sec freefall I pulled and in 1 sec more I got my canopy open! Never will forget that moment, I was between the skies and the field! After 40 sec I touched the ground, dropped down my body (as I was tought) and... after my canopy filled with an air and started to drug me over the field. I managed to get it down after 20 m... I was the happiest man ever lived on Earth! With my arms burning and bleeding (wear Long sleevs when jump in Russia!), I stood there and cried like a crazy: I did it!!!! Now I got 19 jumps. JOIN!!!!!!! IT WORTH to LIVE! Blue Skeis, Black Death!! PS. Sorry my English, brothers and sisters! Konstantin Zhuravljov <konsta@mail.astrakhan.ru> Astrakhan, Russia - Sunday, January 28, 2001 at 12:10:48 PM (MST) Looking for info on calgary hot air balloons. Would love to go there and watch balloons,as well animal shapes in balloons and if they have memberships, any particular months they go up and will they be soon. I love hot air balloons and have crewed for Balloons Above the valley for 4 yrs really want to go to Alberqurque but calgary is closer. balloonatic <s_rickaby@hotmail.com> chilliwack, b.c. - Wednesday, January 24, 2001 at 1:04:20 PM (MST) I just came across this sight again tonight, and it brought back lots of memories. I have not been at this site since April of 99. That summer was a great summer. I ended up going skydiving again doing my first solo jump. I hope to get cerified as someday. This last summer I never went, but I plan on going again. I had bought A Yamaha Yzf 600 over the summer and spent most of my time on that. I am just trying to keep the adventure living. ~hasta till the next time Joe Mcgee <jmcgee@tellabs.com> Villa PArk, Il. USA - Saturday, January 13, 2001 at 11:48:22 PM (MST) Great site!!! I am getting ready to go to jump school and loved all the stories on here. Look forward to jumping even sooner now! Keep them coming, I will let you know how my first jump goes! Gotta love life and to live! Kim <skydivingangel@aol.com> Oceanside, CA USA - Monday, January 08, 2001 at 3:35:24 PM (MST) I went on my first tatium and i loved and i am hooked. now i see why it is so fun you try it you will feel alive and free from the world of telephones, pagers, and stupid co-workers. YOU WILL BE FREE FROM IT ALL. Jacob Potter <fireburn247@yahoo.com> Kingman, az usa - Sunday, December 10, 2000 at 9:55:18 PM (MST) Yeah! Skydiving ROCKS!!! I'm an IAD student & will be doing my fourth jump tomorrow if the weather holds out. The adrenaline rush...oohhhhhhh. Roy Quitter <royq@hotmail.com> Stillwater, Oklahoma USA - Friday, December 08, 2000 at 9:47:25 PM (MST) You know i thought this was a cool site and it was well done. I also got more info on other cool extreme sports which was nice. So good job on your site and keep up the good work. P.S. If you could get some more cool or unique skydiving shots that would be great , if not than oh well So once again great site I like this quote from the james bond film "The World Is Not Enough," plus its a good saying for those extreme sports fans. " Theres no point in living if you cant feel alive." I believe that quote all the way. so take care extremeists John NH USA - Friday, December 08, 2000 at 6:42:25 PM (MST) Thanks for the website, it's has been a great insperation. You guys RULE! Alexis <radness1@aol.com> - Wednesday, December 06, 2000 at 5:17:43 PM (MST) Come skydive with me. Personally. RW in Houston Russell M. Webb <webb@primenet.com> Houston, Texas U.S.A. - Sunday, December 03, 2000 at 8:12:16 PM (MST) TRUTH ADVENTURES(JOURNEY ON) IT'S BEEN A PROVEN FACT THAT EVERY GENERATION SEARCHES FOR AN EXPERIENCE. FALLSWATER <FALLSWATER@AOL.COM> PA. USA. - Monday, November 20, 2000 at 3:32:26 PM (MST) hello my name is shawn i'm 21 years old and have cerebral palsy i can not walk this comeing summer i well attenpt my first tansdom jump if anyone has any info about tandom junping i would like to hear from you shawn owens. shawn owens <shawn_m_79@yahoo.com> Morrilton, AR USA - Sunday, November 19, 2000 at 6:00:24 PM (MST) WOW - It was *worth* my time to come across your site - Thank you very much - Visit "My Happiness Purpose" at http://kishore.editthispage.com/stories/storyReader$258 - where I have copied from your What's your point ? - ofcourse i have linked to your page Good Day Kishore Balakrishnan <kishorebalakrishnan@carnatic.com> Kuala Lumpur, Selangor Malaysia - Sunday, November 12, 2000 at 6:50:49 AM (MST) Please consider including my site in your links for those who may be interested in tours while travelling down under. The exchange rate is great right now and the rides are through some of the most beautiful regions of Australia. There's some pics and stories from past rides on the website which we try to keep as uptodate as possible. Check it out and let me know what you think. cheers, Phil Phil McDonald <philmcdonald@alltrails.com.au> Melbourne, Victoria Australia - Friday, November 10, 2000 at 2:38:22 AM (MST) Great site - love the photos! Can't wait to jump again! heather <graphx_girl@yahoo.com> Warrensburg, MO usa - Tuesday, November 07, 2000 at 2:33:39 PM (MST) I have an adventure to share with everyone. A few weeks ago my boyfriend proposed to me in mid air falling about 120mph. I was on my 2nd tandem skydive. Dennis (my jumpmaster) and I jumped out after the cameraman and here comes Matt behind me with a sign that reads "Allecia will you marry me?" When we all landed he got on his knees and gave me the ring. I said YES! Allecia <allecia.raper@wnco.com> Fort Worth, Texas USA - Friday, November 03, 2000 at 6:46:07 AM (MST) . . . . Number one site in the world. ;-) Keep it that way! . . . . KUKY Croatia - Sunday, October 29, 2000 at 10:32:46 AM (MST) I really liked your website. When I look at the photos, it just makes me want to cry because I know that winter is comming soon in Quebec city and it will seem like eternity before I jump again. Skydiving is like a drug. If you try it, you can't stop it!!! Marie-Claude <mcschmidt_99@yahoo.com> Quebec, Canada - Thursday, October 26, 2000 at 11:26:51 AM (MDT) I made the trip from Kathmandu to Bombay with Encounter Overland 20 years ago. I also did their river rafting on the Trisuli and the 8 day AnnaPurna area trek. Now my adventure travel is limited to Europe-not very adventurous- anymore. I think at some point, I may take up adventure type travel again but probably at a higher comfort(and cost-of course!) level than Encounter. Andrea Kline <akline@nsf.gov> Silver Spring , Maryland United States - Saturday, October 21, 2000 at 2:44:35 PM (MDT) This site is really cool serena rose weatherall Tapanui, - New Zealand - Tuesday, October 17, 2000 at 6:09:00 PM (MDT) hey\1 om looking foe the history of skydiving but cant seem to find any please send me some SArah <urlover2da@yahoo.com> Australia - Wednesday, October 11, 2000 at 9:35:22 PM (MDT) You are WELCOME to visit my webpage. Odinn Thor Reykjavik, ICELAND - Wednesday, October 11, 2000 at 7:16:03 PM (MDT) Nice page thanks for the info. Josh Utah - Tuesday, October 10, 2000 at 1:28:39 PM (MDT) I write from Italy. Last week end i did my AFF 4th level jump. My first 3 jumps was perfect. During 4th level i began to tumbling and looping, even if after 30 seconds of instable free fall i opened the chute myself. I was cleared to 5th level but in the meantime wind was become too fast to jump. Now i've to keep on my course. I feel fear but in the meantime i want to jump without JM. Please help me to take a decision. Andrea Maggi <an.maggi@libero.it> firenze, italy italy - Thursday, October 05, 2000 at 7:21:09 AM (MDT) Great site, really. Just a little dissapointed that an old quote was left out. "Happy are those that have dreams and are willing to pay the price of seeing them come true." I was really looking to get hold of the music from the movie "skydive" by carl boenish. If any1 sees this and knows where to find it...PLEASE notify me. SKYDIVE! moonbeast <erik_sandstrom@swipnet.se> Timrå, Sweden - Thursday, September 28, 2000 at 12:30:12 AM (MDT) Aloha everyone, just a quick message to support all the adventure lovers and dedicated thrill seekers. Myself, I love all sports that give me a rush and that is why I created my website (check it out) to put together a whole bunch of great clubs worldwide (including: Adventure Living). PLease go check out my site, let me know what you think and have your favorite adventure companies register their club! Peace, love and go wild!!!!!! Marcus Hoenig <info@activeworldadventures.com> Brussels, Belgium - Tuesday, September 26, 2000 at 2:52:52 AM (MDT) I WENT TANDEM SKYDIVING ONCE IN MY LIFE. I AM 18 YEARS OLD. IT WAS THE FIRST TIME I REALLY FELT ALIVE. I WAS FLOATING IN A HEAVEN I NEVER KNEW EXISTED. I STRONGLY RECOMEND THIS EXPERIENCE TO EVERYONE. EVEN IF ITS JUST ONCE IN A LIFE TIME. SMILE HIGH AND KISS THE SKY!!! CHACHA LEO MOUNT CURRIE, B.C. CANADA - Thursday, September 21, 2000 at 3:32:45 PM (MDT) Enjoyable Scuba Website, I've enjoyed my time here. Thank you. www.DiveLogOnline.com "Free Online Dive Log Book For Divers" David Bernett <webmaster@DiveLogOnline.com> St. Louis, MO USA - Wednesday, September 20, 2000 at 6:59:43 PM (MDT) I am intending to do something of an adventure. My girlfriend and I are planning to do a triathlon. The thing is I have sight and a balance problem so we are still considering a bike...any suggestions Brian <tobornot@optusnet.com.au> Sydney, NSW Australia - Wednesday, September 20, 2000 at 1:06:20 AM (MDT) your web site was really dumb. Maybe you should go check out the web site "Sky Diving Pictures." "naked Woman Sky diving pictures." That web site is way better than your crapy one. Spanks alota <zrrc10gtpda> Isanti, Wi USA - Friday, September 15, 2000 at 11:42:09 AM (MDT) Excellent source of information. I have a computer training centre in Canada and we are fairly new, I found your page to be a really good read. Congratulations!!! Michael <michal_nospam@nomail.com> Ontario, - Canada - Sunday, September 10, 2000 at 10:34:16 AM (MDT) Can anyone help me - I have recently moved to London from s.a. and would love to do a skydive - does anyone know who I can contact near London to do my first skydive? shirley <shirleymerrett@hotmail.com> London, United Kingdom - Monday, August 21, 2000 at 5:21:07 AM (MDT) Hey, This is a question and hopefully you'll be abl to help. I've never done an x-treme sport. I've been thinking about it but I have friends that tell me it's too dangerous and I shouldn't do it. But hey, you only live once, why not. So I'm ready to do it, and my question is where do I start? I'm open to start with any sport. So any info you can give me will be great. Thanks.......Shelle shelle <mjmaynor@hotmail.com> Brooklyn, New York United States - Friday, August 18, 2000 at 10:16:23 AM (MDT) HI, I have to say that i found the website very enjoyable and informative, especially the first account of the AFF as it went into a great deal of detail. I just did my first tandem jump, and loved it and am now starting AFF. Look forward to posting my experiences on here in the future. Take care, and blue skies! Oz <opearlma@hotmail.com> New York City, New York USA - Thursday, August 10, 2000 at 9:30:50 PM (MDT) I was just looking at some bike sites to see if I could find some good pictures for my new racing page but I guess you dont have any thanks anyway your friend ROB M. Rob McPhereson <RobMc@oneclick.net> Detroit , Michigan USA - Wednesday, August 09, 2000 at 10:18:51 PM (MDT) I find it interesting that you would censor the comments of visitors wishing to leave feedback on your site, but you allow the views of so-called "adventure enthusiasts" to slide through seemingly unchecked. I refer specifically to Wm. Brennan's comments in his "Hiking through Unionville New York" piece. As a resident of Unionville, I find this story truly offensive and uninformed. Had Mr. Brennan bothered to talk to any of the citizens (other the patrons of the bar), perhaps he would have been able to write a more intelligent piece. The inaccuracies in his article are too numerous to mention,but I can speak for many other residents of Unionville when I say that I would greatly appreciate this part of your site being taken down, as I feel it paints a rather unflattering and very unfair picture of my home town. I have already e-mailed Mr. Brennan directly, but he apparently lacked the courage to respond. In the future I would ask you to take a little time to review the facts in stories such as the one written by Mr. Brennan before they are posted for the entire world to read. Thank you for your time. Respectfully yours, Steven Donders Steven Donders <weasel1969@citlink.net> Unionville , New York USA - Sunday, August 06, 2000 at 12:18:18 PM (MDT) hey good info but i need more to know why do we actually need adventure nothing really says why we need it especially in our country lifestyles,. renee port lincoln, south australia Australia - Thursday, August 03, 2000 at 5:54:45 PM (MDT) My first Tandem was on April 8, 2000. It was the most amazing thing I've ever experienced. I was completely terrified and excited at the exact same time. I wasn't prepared for how cold it was up there! I have to do it again now that I know what to expect! Katie <kaydee9661@aol.com> West Palm Beach, FL USA - Thursday, July 27, 2000 at 8:48:05 AM (MDT) Okay, so I'm turning 18 in two days now(this friday), so what am I doing? Going skydiving of course. Me and three of my really good friends all turn 18 like with in 3 weeks of each other so when i suggested that we go skydiving over a year ago, everyone totally agreed. I can't wait, this is gonna be totally awesome. Just one question. Does anyone know of a place we could do our tandom jump for cheap? Like in the lower $100 range? We live in northern IL, so anywhere around here would totally be awesome if anyone could think of a place. ORRR, if anyone knows of a particular place that is better than others, I would totally appreciate that too. Well, i'll tell you all how it went after the jump; that's if I still alive that is. Well, later! Qasim Rashid <xctrack21qr@aol.com> Lombard, IL USA - Wednesday, July 19, 2000 at 7:35:33 PM (MDT) Hi! I just wanted to thank you for such a wonderful site. I was serching the web for something interesting about skydiving and parachuting and your site was the first I got in altavista search engine. I am really happy to get to know people's experiences in this great sport. I myself have made only two jumps, so called beginner:)But I am going to continue it. I wanted to ask if I can put a link to your site on my own site. Thanks again Good luck and I wish you new experiences. You are a very special person. tanita_sky <tanita_sky@hotmail.com> Yuzhno-Sakhalinks, Russia - Thursday, July 06, 2000 at 4:48:39 PM (MDT) I"m writing from northern Germany. In Winter we have here a lot of winter-swimmers, hurling around in sometimes freezing water. It"s a great challenge for the mind and the body. The good feeling after an ice-bath is unbelievable! I"m an ice-swimmmer for more then ten years. Some of us sim around ice-flakes when the water temperatur is - 3 degees, possible due to the salt-water. We stay in the water for around two minutes. We change even our clothes outdoors in windy conditions. The body needs up to 2 hours to recover from the cold, the feeling thereafter ist great! Best regards. Christian Christian <ankarends@lycosmail.com> Wilhelmshaven, Germany - Monday, July 03, 2000 at 2:53:34 PM (MDT) Soz mate dont have an e-mail addresyet or not one that i know off im e-mailing from school. ur site is wicked nice one and keep up the ace work. Gez Burg Telford, Shropshire England - Tuesday, June 27, 2000 at 5:07:02 AM (MDT) Really like your site. Great links as well. You must come out and try a 5-day wilderness dogsledding trek with us here in "undiscovered" western Newfoundland, Canada! Cheers! Alex <alex@onwardtours.nf.ca> Deer Lake, Newfoundland Canada - Monday, June 05, 2000 at 8:59:18 PM (MDT) I really want to skydive. It looks like alot of fun. Can you send me any information on it? John Marstellar Mineral Ridge, Ohio Trumbull - Tuesday, May 16, 2000 at 4:20:55 PM (MDT) Get out there, do it, who cares what anyone thinks! I've done 21 skydives now, I have a tattoo, a belly button ring and I'm 17 & female. I love going out and doing my own thing, don't get me wrong I'm not a greeny or a feral I just don't see the point in holding back because some people don't agree with it. Picture the above, a chick partying, jumping, etc. Now picture a girl who has gotten good grades all her life, is dedicated to her part-time job, plays hockey. The two visions are entirely different right, but I'm all of the above. So if you are not a fellow extremist who loves to party hard maybe you should try it before you judge people by it, cause I'm sick of copping your prejudice. GIVE UP THE SUIT LIVE THE LIFE. ciao, Jen. JENNY <jo_wynn@topend.com.au> Darwin, NT Aust - Tuesday, May 02, 2000 at 11:18:07 PM (MDT) Hey there, Just did my level 2(PFF-3rd jump) last week. WOW, skydiving is awsome. Im scheduled for 3 jumps back to back this Wed. Once I finish those, I'll be doing my first solo(I just hope i pass all my levels). Yippeeee... After I get some experience, I plan on trying to sky surf. I also enjoy Snowboarding, Extreme in-line skating, rock climbing, Off-roading(Extreme Jeepin'--Mostly rock), and a whole lot of other stuff. I'm a production Team-leader at a huge Steel tube company, so I'm also goal oriented(I just threw that in so people would know that all types of people like extreme sports, not just crazees...)Im 23 and have a whole lot of fun ahead of me...Great site BTW Vid Squid <vidcvet@hotmail.com> Canada - Sunday, April 30, 2000 at 8:21:33 PM (MDT) This site is really really really BAD thats right it stinks it really stinks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! alex hesser <brianyoyo2@hotmail.com> Chicago, IL USA - Tuesday, April 18, 2000 at 2:56:21 PM (MDT) I went skydiving for the first time today!!!! It was so awesome!!!!! I was so freaked while in training that my teeth were chattering...or maybe that was because it was so cold...but as soon as I got my gear on I was fine. Damn! It is so exciting!!!! I wasn't even scared when my lines twisted a little, I just calmly turned out of it! I did so well that first time, I had to go again right away, so I dropped for a second static line, and did just as well! I hav ealways wanted to do this! It was worth every penny!! Angie <stumpfa@post.uwstout.edu> Neenah, WI USA - Saturday, April 08, 2000 at 7:58:01 PM (MDT) Wow! Thanks for having this site. I have scheduled my first tandem skydiving jump for April 23rd (Easter Sunday). I'm so incredibly nervous. (serious fear of heights here) But, I'm not letting fear dictate my life any longer! (mid life crises - who knows?! ha ha). Your first time jump story did wonders to ease my anxiety. I cannot wait to skydive! Thanks! Raejean <raejean@c2i2.com> Casa Grande, Arizona USA - Sunday, April 02, 2000 at 1:59:10 PM (MDT) On March the 17th, my friend Chris and I went on an epic journey. We became increased our snowboarding talents by 40%. We hiked Sun Peaks Mountain twice, one hour up for 15 seconds of pure powder down. I will never forget the silence, the pure ecstasy of knowing our track would be the first in waist deep adventure. I can only stress the importance of hiking. It gives you a feeling of world acceptance. Clint Stenerson <walking_tree@hotmail.com> 100 Mile House, British Columbia Canada - Monday, March 20, 2000 at 12:18:56 PM (MST) Dear Adventure Living... I just completed my first jump (a tandem) on a lark w/ friends from work...and I think I'm hooked! You have a very informative web site and really enjoyed the comments/pics. Thanks from a new convert (who's saving for the AFF course) here's to blue skies and god bless... Darin Walker <dwalker30@msn.com> san mateo, ca usa - Thursday, March 16, 2000 at 11:01:46 PM (MST) Hi-excellant site, Looking through this site has made me realise I have got withdrawal syptoms from not jumping out of a plane for far too long, it really does feel like something is missing. I have only ever done static lines and that was a year ago. So I have forced my flatmates into us all doing a tandom jump for charity in the summer. Can't wait. I also strongly beleive parachuting should be compulsory for all to do at least one jump. It has to be done! Good luck to everyone. Helen <bms9hka@leeds.ac.uk> Leeds, England - Sunday, March 12, 2000 at 8:03:09 AM (MST) Thanks for putting up a great website. I decided today that I would love to skydive for the first time, and thought the internet would be a good place to start looking for info. Your site has encouraged me even more. I can't wait!!! April Ashby <mazarineblue1@aol.com> Amarillo, TX USA - Friday, March 10, 2000 at 6:52:24 PM (MST) Thank you so much, reading this site has certainly made my day. I don't think I could jump out of a plane but I love scuba diving, there is nothing else like breathing under the water and watching nature swim pass you. Kathy <mzmolly123@aol.com> Ann Arbor, Michigan USA - Tuesday, March 07, 2000 at 12:37:31 PM (MST) I really like your photos ive been skydiving a couple of times and nothing beats it! im really looking for old skydiving photos, like from the seventies and stuff(if youve seen any of them youd know why i want them)theyre hilarious!anyway if youve seen any can you foreward them, or something of the like? ursula <ursula.hicks@staff.ihug.com.au> Sydney, NSW Australia - Monday, March 06, 2000 at 7:57:59 PM (MST) You had some great photos of the grand cayon. I must say that it intreguued me enough to think of going there for a trip! I loved the site very well done! Robert <RTigman0@aol.com> Kamloops, Britsh Columbia Canada - Sunday, March 05, 2000 at 10:20:32 PM (MST) thanks for a great website. i'm 16 and i've been skydiving so i can really relate to alot of the stuff that is written here. i'm doing an english assignment of skydiving and other related sports so if anyone wants to send me an e-mail about their experiences i would appreciate it! also i wouldn't mind trying something new. ta, katie:-) katie <heykato111> melbourne, vic australia - Wednesday, March 01, 2000 at 9:28:45 PM (MST) Once when I was in Pensacola Beach, Florida, my mom, 2 cousins and I went parasailing! It was a blast! We got strapped in on a flat surface of a boat in the back( we went two at a time) I'm a pretty brave person so I wasn't to scared, except I was a little nervous when we started going up. But once you got up, we could see the whole island! It was sooo neat! Looking down didn't scare me but my mom was afraid to. The driver dipped us down into the water(which was pretty cold). We could see porpoises swimming along with us below. I was afraid to be dipped in the water if they were there, but they didn't. Anyway, it was a great expierience and YOU should definitely try it!!!! Martha <Tingbaby13@cs.com> Shreveport, LA U.S. - Wednesday, February 23, 2000 at 8:36:41 PM (MST) Hey Carl, This a great site!! Well done. Deffinately the best site about extreme sports that i have found. Your pages on skydiving are fantastic. I did my first jump (solo static line) last summer, and ever since ive been wanting to go again. But the fiancial problems of being a uni student kinda stops me. However i have a trip to the dropzone this weekend (if the weather isn't against me) and some cash in my pocket, so fingers crossed. You page has really inspired me, since i first came accross it a few months ago, and has encouraged me to live life more to the full. Now i can't wait until i have finished uni and have some more money. Thanks, Well done David <Pondessi@YeahSports.com> Hull, East Yorkshire England - Sunday, February 13, 2000 at 8:50:30 AM (MST) sail on dude,being a texas cat champ in 1992, i understand.now lets cook some killer food for the crew. god bliss you all. dean paukune <deanfish@altavista.com> lake city, florida u.s. - Saturday, February 05, 2000 at 8:22:53 PM (MST) 6/13/78, I EXITED A TWIN BEECH AT 2800' IN WHAT WAS TO HAVE BEEN A STATIC LINE JUMP(#6).IT BECAME A FREE FALL WHEN THE S.L. BROKE.UPON VERIFYING A TOTAL MALFUNCTION,I STARTED FOR MY RESERVE, FUMBLING SOMEWHAT, I WENT UNSTABLE. WHEN I PULLED MY RESERVE I SAW IT DEPLOYING B/N MY FEET.DON'T REMEMBER OPENING(PROBABLY FORTUNATE),BUT AFTERWARDS, LOOKED UP & REALISED I HAD A LINEOVER.IN HINDSIGHT I LEARNED THAT I COULD HAVE USED A KNIFE ON FOULED LINE, HOWEVER,AS IT WAS I DIDN'T KNOW.NOT WANTING TO WORSEN IT,I RODE SPIRALLING CANOPY DOWN TO TREES BELOW WENT THRU & HIT GROUND & LIMPED AWAY W. SPRAINS & BRUISES.JUMPED 17 X SINCE(11 FREEFALLS) ROGER FANCHER <CHIPPERALF@AOL.COM> - Saturday, February 05, 2000 at 2:52:07 AM (MST) I don't know if you have ever tried the Jetski's but it is also very adventurous. Al King <gw@ahking.com> Waianae, Hawaii USA - Saturday, February 05, 2000 at 12:09:06 AM (MST) Picked up lots of great info from your website for my 12 page research paper due next week. I did run across an answer to an unknown somewhere on the website in a book I picked up at the library called "The Sky People: A History of Parachuting" by Peter Hearn. It answered the unknowns in a story I saw in one of the links on your page. The story was about the guy that jumped and was "possibly killed" due to a blown faceplate. His name was Nick Piantanida and the one attempt mentioned in the article resulted in him landing in a St. Paul, MN city dump, not Chicago. The attempt described where the faceplate blew did result in his eventual death after a 4 month coma. Great articles, great information at your website ... it's been a wealth of information for my paper. And, even though it's about 10 degrees out, I'm now properly psyched to take to the skies come springtime!! Thank You! Brenda Gagnon <bgagnon@puma.dpg.devry.edu> Carol Stream, IL USA - Saturday, January 29, 2000 at 11:29:22 PM (MST) If you would like to know a good place to Rock climb and Repel, I thyink one of the best places would be to go to Cook's Forest Pa. and climb there. I don't know the exact location of the cliffs but I do know that it is well worth the ride there. Anthony B. <pola0219ab@k-12.org> Poland, Ohio U.S. of A. - Monday, January 24, 2000 at 7:46:57 AM (MST) Looking for the perfect combination of adventure and serenity? Hot Air Ballooning is it! The first time Elise saw a balloon lift off, she said "I'm going to be that person--I'm going to fly one of those!" And now we have our own balloon, which we fly in the California Great Valley. If you'd like to see what ballooning is all about, visit the Syrinx Balloon website at http://webpages.ainet.com/gosner/syrinxballoon , where I have posted pictorial essays of many of the events we fly. Take a look! George Osner <gosner@ainet.com> Modesto, CA - Saturday, January 22, 2000 at 12:08:00 AM (MST) My biggest adventure ever was a three day survival camp. I was 14 yrs old and was dumped in the Northern Territory wilderness with four others of my age with only one pocket knife, a watch, a very small first aid kit containing nothing of real use, an axe, 4 clear plastic bags, one small jerry full of water and two cups as well as a piece of thick hemp rope about 1.5m long. Also included was a walky talky radio for use in emergencies (no exceptions). Dressed in long sleeved police overals and fishermen hats, we struggled to build a shelter, clear paths, build fires (however we had nothing to lite them with), fire wood piles and piles of green leaves to create smoke with in case someone came to "rescue" us. After a night in darkness, cold, hungry and scared, we got up for an early start, the people running the camp visited and tipped out our jerry full of water the next morning. Leaving us desperately thirsty. We carried on, it was all we could do. That afternoon they lit one of our fires. Relieved we wouldn't be spending another night in darkness we thanked and thanked them. That night it rained. Our shelter didn't shelter us at all, we couldn't even all fit in it. Thank god this meant that we had someone keeping the fire happening. We dried off in front of the fire. Shit it was cold. They brought us a tarp after that. A bit late! The next morning they even gave us a jerry full of water! After that we felt we were able to continue, the water gave us hope, stopped us from fighting, and gave us enthusiasm. They are three days of my life I will never forget, three days in which I was tested, in which I was so ready to give up, if only they had let me. From those three days I have learn't to Value living. One of the V's in survival we had been told was for value living, the other to Vanquish fear and panic. I enjoyed a nice warm shower, a shave of the legs, clean clothes and a warm swag the night we got back, not to mention lots and lots and lots of water and a bit of food. None of us had an apetite for anything but liquids, sleep and showers. When I think about it seems humerous, but when I think of being back in that situation I remember our desperation for water, the cold at night, the lack of sleep, the footsteps we heard around our camp and our unanswered calls, the longing for them to radio us, just for a different voice and the longing for them to visit to know they hadn't forgotten about us in their kingdom of tarps and swags. That was two and a bit years ago and was an opportunity I'm so glad that I took. I have complete sympathy for the many y oung men over in East Timor and the refugees hiding in the mountains, for the people who have died alone lost in the bush and for the homeless Gen - Wednesday, January 19, 2000 at 6:07:28 AM (MST) This is the forth time in about a week that i've visited this site! I'm sixteen, however not entirely sweet. I used to be quiet, lets just say adolescense has changed that. As my mother says, i'm unco-operative, lazy, etc, etc. Let's just say I don't give a sh-t anymore. She says all I do is talk about jumping (skydiving) and work to support this addiction. All I have to say is at least my addictions don't involve jabbing a vein, smoking a joint or hitting the bottle on a Friday night. If only she knew what it is like to be 16 in the 90's/00's, to cop the pressures from teachers and parents, not to mention peers. I've now found my thing, jumping. When I was little I used to have this dream that I could fly, only it was so real that I almost believed I could when I woke up. I've now found the closest thing. When I think about jumping it feels like my heart's on fire, I feel winded. I am addicted. I love reading other peoples stories on skydiving, looking at photos and just thinking about skydiving, it fills my dreams, it's like having a really, really bad crush. All this in just 20 jumps. I've decided to try bunji-jumping, scuba diving and paintball and anything else. I went white water rafting when I was ten and loved it, I've been kayaking through rapids (small ones, but ones big enough to cause a rush of adrenalin), I've abseiled and rock climbed (amatuer stuff though) I just thought I'd write to say what a great site this is and to keep it up. It's great to read of other people who feel the same as me, who have the same longing to jump. Love you Guyz, Blue skies I'm poet, but don't know it (take no note of the corny joke) Gen Gen <jo_wynn@topend.com.au> Darwin, NT Aust - Tuesday, January 18, 2000 at 8:39:40 PM (MST) Hi there, We are Virginia's oldest continuously operating ParaCenter ! Our new site is http://www.skydivingcenter.com We would love to exchange a link with you! Please visit our links page at http://www.skydivingcenter.com/links.html you'll see your site! Thanks valerie <hufbauer@hotmail.com> Hartwood, Viriginia USA - Monday, January 17, 2000 at 8:44:09 AM (MST) After reading everyone else's extremes, I have decided to offer my own. I'm 16, female and like many of my peers I work at a fast food joint, but unlike a vast majority of my peers I get my highs from skydiving. Here Goes, my first solo jump (written for English- school!) So here I am trying not to think about the inevitable- trying just to focus. As we get higher and higher the others begin to fall asleep, I do anything but... Suddenly we're there, at 10,000 ft directly above the drop zone and the clouds and almost ready to jump out. I glance quickly at Gary as my first instructor grips the strut of the wing and positions himself on the small step. He looks at me, gives the thumbs up sign and nod which indicates it's my turn. Gingerly I fling my arm out, grabbing hold of the strut and heave myself out onto the small step. Am I insane? I'm standing right out, right on the edge. The wind is tugging at my clothes trying to pull me off, I lean over the strut, check in, check out and it's horizon. Up. Down. Go. I do simply that, step off and just let myself go. All I can hear is the rush of wind as we are flung out and down. Too late to back out now and I'm falling, plunging at the surface of the earth at a rate of 120mph, yet I can't think about that. For a moment I can't feel anything the wind has stopped and everything else has ceased to exit, my past is forgotten and my future out of the picture. All I can feel is the present.. "PARACHUTING IS DANGEROUS" I feel a shake and awaken from my sensory overload induced coma to realise where I am, I'm plummeting at the earth at about 165 feet per second. I arch harder, as the shake from my instructor demands. I check my altimeter, wow, 9000 ft. I do two practice ripcord pulls waiting for the shake of approval from my instructors. Then I just glide toward the earth. There I am, me, Jenny swimming above the heavens, revelling in this new found freedom and filled entirely with sheer delight. This is magnificent, I can feel the adrenalin, it's pumping, swimming around my body. The wind is fierce amd pushes against me and I'm falling and falling, the earth is getting closer and closer. This is amazing. It's hard to breathe- my lungs have no room to expand. Am I really falling? I seem to be gliding or floating even, I can't possibly be falling. The ground seems so far away and I'm suspended in space. Just hanging here. I'm like a paper boat in a storm, I have no real control over my direction or movements all I can do is pull my head back, arch my back and put my arms out and, above all, pray. There's nothing to grab or hold onto, there's no stability- I'm completely surrounded by air. "WARNING THIS PARACHUTE MAY MALFUNCTION...POSSIBLY RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY OF DEATH." I check my altimeter again, oh god, I'm meant to be pulling my ripcord. Quick wave of height awareness to my JM and pull. My parachute opens without drama. Thank God. I flare to pull the slider down. This is excellent, I can see everything from up here. I glance around for the arrow and failling to see it follow my JM, who has nearly reached the ground and is zigzagging I follow him. There's the cross and the arrow. The arrow begins to spin and so I follow it. Practice one more flare and begin preparing to land. Following the batons now, I flare. Wow, I'm on my feet, I actually land on my feet. I look up and see Gary and his TM get ready to land. They're on the ground now and coming over, I bundle up my parachute and walk over to Gary. Photo time. That was excellent, the adrenalin continues to pump through my body. I put my hand out and it is as though it has a mind of it's own, I can't stop it from shaking, not that I try particularly hard. I look around kind of hazily and the world seems entirely different as I see it through different eyes. I now see it full of opportunity and light, full of new experiences and adventures. I have conquered my fear of heights and can only think of being back up there. I get back to the demountable and everyone seems to crowd around me congratulating me and asking how it went. My mind however, is in overload and I can't concentrate on their questions let alone think of responses and so I simply grin. I grin according to my mother for a whole week. That was too good for words, no hassles, no scapes or major bruising, just the sensation of pure and absolute freedom, the exhileration and yet sadness of having completed a goal and the longing for another jump. That was almost 5 months ago and I have now completed my AFF course, and done in total 19 jumps (including my tandem- completed 9 months before that). Skydiving is unreal, full of wonderful people and adrenalin. It makes life interesting and releases the stress of school and the problems of adolescence. I intend to bunji jump next, but believe it or not there is nowhere in Darwin (Australia) that does it. Anyway I have to go so as they say blue skies and soft landings. Jen Jen <jo_wynn@topend.com.au> Darwin, NT Australia - Sunday, January 16, 2000 at 9:43:42 PM (MST) Ekstremsportveko 2000 is the norwegian extreme sport week. The week is June 18-25 at Voss, Norway and it's featuring BASE-jumping, skydiving, extreme-kayaking, rafting and paragliding. Welcome to Voss! www.ekstremsportveko.com Aksel Bruun <aksel@ekstremsportveko.com> Bergen, Norway - Thursday, January 13, 2000 at 4:24:06 PM (MST) Hope that the next time i sign in here i'll be able to tell of my First skydiving adventure Michael s. white <Braveagle@hotmail.com> philadelphia, pa united states - Thursday, December 30, 1999 at 1:09:28 PM (MST) Hi, How are we all on this fine wednesday. Thanks for the great site, it's unreal to be able to read so many great storys of so many different types of adventures. When I get the time I'll email my own story of my first solo skydive. To anyone who hasn't jumped/taken the plunge into the unknown, go for it. Because the way I see it, is that you might as well die having fun. Anyway, blue skys and great extremes! BYE no name given Darwin, NT AUSTRALIA - Tuesday, December 28, 1999 at 9:35:23 PM (MST) Thanks for adding my article to the page. It was quite the experiance. Losing my shoe and all... keep up the great work. Jennifer Hogan <hoganj@joymail.com> Calgary, Alberta CANADA - Saturday, December 18, 1999 at 10:32:02 PM (MST) I went skydiving this year and completed my AFF. I fly planes for a living, and it fantastic to be able to leave the office in style. Blue Skies Rick Rick Tatham <Rick@rtat.freeserve.co.uk> Horsham, West Sussex England - Tuesday, December 14, 1999 at 3:06:54 AM (MST) I would like to congradulate you about this site. It is the most interesting site I've found in the internet. If you ever happen to come to Greece, don't hesitate to contact me. I wouldn't mind performing with you a free fall or a bungee jump. Anyway, if any one wants to contact me, my E.mail adress is stated. Thangs a lot, congradulations for a wonderful internet site. Vantaris Emmanouil-Kimon <kimon@internetq.gr> Halandri, Greece - Tuesday, November 30, 1999 at 1:00:51 AM (MST) Hi there. I just wanted to tell you what a great site you have. This has got to be my favorite...so much I have bookmarked it! I have lupus and had always wanted to skydive, scuba, etc. I think I used my disease as an excuse to not participate in these things and to let my body go downhill... Your website has done a lot to get me up off my butt and start to be a part of life again. I enjoyed the stories (even the medical...ugh!). Thanks again.... kim <othy_84116@yahoo.com> salt lake city, utah usa - Sunday, November 14, 1999 at 10:17:13 PM (MST) First of all...I love this websites logo. I am a very crazy endorphin loving hellion always waiting for something traumatic to happen! I slalom waterski all summer- something I live to do! I will be turning 18 soon so I look forward to many skydiving and bungee jumping expericance in the near future! I am also going backpacking for 6 months with a coupe friends starting in Swizterland where we will canyoneer the wild waters, go on THE bingee jump (1000 feet of swiss air baby!!) trek through the Alps and make our way through Greese and Italy and right down to AFrica where we will live with the aboriginals, swing through the jungles, go on Gorilla treks, dry up on the Sahara, and many other wild wishes. My quote? Everyone dies but not all of us really live... Julianne <jewelz_75@hotmail.com> Grand Forks, ND USA - Thursday, November 11, 1999 at 9:45:26 AM (MST) Ya got a great site here. It's informative and really help and has got some great pics. My only comment is that if you took the navigation barra and put in as a seperate window so you could increase the font size. Also, a little music couldn't hurt. Eternal Dragon <eternal_dragon2000@hotmail.com> - Sunday, November 07, 1999 at 12:00:32 PM (MST) THANKS! no name given Sweeny, Brazoria County, Texas United States - Monday, November 01, 1999 at 8:18:04 PM (MST) Cool site Lots of damn good stuff here keep it up. Trying hard here to 'Give up the suit, live the life' seems you're setting the standard! Mark <mgsutton@hotmail.com> London, UK - Thursday, October 28, 1999 at 7:33:54 AM (MDT) I did my first IAD ie my first ever skydive 100% nude...as far as I know it is an unofficial world record. The jump was done on Aug 04th 1991 at the CSPA DZ in Yellownife North West Territories. At first the JM of the school Paul Curren (Inst B) was reluctant to let me do the dive this way but I knew this would be a record! There was another jumper on the ground named "Ted" who had a T-Shirt on that said the diving emporer. Ted had told me he had gone nude on his 50th jump...this inspired me to go buff on #1...I jumped from 3000ft with a MANTA and was jumper #3. Fortunately the DZ is an large area of sand dunes and I had a walk on landing 10ft from the target. I believe there was a short writeup in Canpara a few months later but I have never seen this...I am now doing my PFF program and just did level IV in Vancouver, BC.........Blue Skies! Denis Byrne <byr556@hotmail.com> Vancouver, BC Canada - Saturday, October 23, 1999 at 9:09:38 AM (MDT) Hi Carl, Love your website!!! I'm saving up so that I can learn to skydive and it's great to read about your experiences in AFF training. I must say, I'm getting more and more excited about the prospect of skydiving. I've also got a wonderful quote you might like. "Once man has tasted flight he will walk with his head turned skyward, for there he has been and there he will long to return." Leonardo da Vinci Sarah Rigby <Hieronymus52@hotmail.com> Christchurch, New Zealand - Friday, October 22, 1999 at 5:02:50 PM (MDT) Hi Your web site is really awsome I went skydiving last year for the first time ,it was the most amazing thing I have ever done. Since then I have decided to try as many different things as possible the more extreme the better. Next summer I also plan to get my sky-diving licence. "If God wanted man to fly than he would of made us all rich!!" Erin Jayne Hudson, - Wednesday, October 20, 1999 at 11:57:46 AM (MDT) After reaching the top of the ~130' foremast on a 134' brig in 1998, I read a quote by Helen Keller that forever changed my life, "Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all." Since my six-week sailing experience, I have been SCUBA diving, rock climbing, skydiving-solo, extreme mountain biking, shark and dolphin swimming, and oh so much more. I stumbled upon your site while searching the net for ideas concerning the writing of my personal statement for law school. I now have a direction on how to exactly write my statement...Adventure is something that we have to experience for ourselves, not as passersby! Thank you for your experiences and stories...there is someone in the world as daring and adventurous as myself! My next trip is to Costa Rica, where I will spend time with my favorite marine mammals...the awe-inspiring dolphins! Michelle <mwouden@kopfc.com> Midvale, Utah USA - Monday, October 18, 1999 at 2:34:22 PM (MDT) Hello everyone!!!!! This web-site is the coolest site I have seen so far. The stories are great!! If these stories don`t make you want to go out and capture the world in the palm of your hand, "You ain`t right". I love all of the adventures listed. Especailly skydiving. I do plan on going skydiving really soon! After reading these stories I am not going to wait no longer, even if I have to take a loan from the bank "ha". I live in South Carolina and I fell as if there is`nt enough things to do around here. So if anyone lives anywhere near by and loves adventure please... e-mail me! I`ll meet you half way. I will keep you guys updated on my skydiving experiences. Until then.... BLUE SKIES. AMANDA L GARRETT <garretal@maritz.com> Spartanburg, S.C. United States - Thursday, October 14, 1999 at 9:58:39 AM (MDT) I have wanted to parachute for so long and i just watched on of the videos of a jump. I would like u to e-mail with some informant about skydiving. Most of my family have jumped. I need to find out the price/how old you have to be to jump and if there is a place in arkansas where they jump. So if you could would you e-mail me??????? booty1_1@excite.com is my e-mail address. Sincerely Yours, Ronnie Ronnie Thurley <booty1_1@excite.com> Bryant, Arkansas America - Saturday, October 09, 1999 at 9:04:03 AM (MDT) great web site Carl! keep it up! there's lots of jumpers here, any blue water sailers or mountaineers lurking in between adventures? tell us about it. I'll have some good sailing stories for you soon... jono jono <jonogoss@hotmail.com> Brisbane, Queensland Australia - Friday, October 08, 1999 at 3:36:26 PM (MDT) HELP ME PLEASE I have been given an assignment in PE Studies at college and I need to research a sport and list the abilities and skills needed for it. I chose to study white water rafting so could you please tell me what skills and abilities you and your fellow rafters need to do you thing. Please reply as soon as you can it is neeeded VERY soon. P.S. Your web page/site is great louise payton <louise_scar@yahoo.co.uk> Manchester, England - Monday, October 04, 1999 at 12:25:32 PM (MDT) Hi! I just made my first tandem jump yesterday to celebrate my 23rd birthday and today I do NOT know what to do with myself. I want to go again! and again! Now all hopes of saving money are out the door, so to speak. BLUE SKIES! Diana Diana Fry <yaymeyayme@netscape.net> Raleigh, NC USA - Sunday, October 03, 1999 at 1:31:34 PM (MDT) Hello, I have just spent an hour on this site chekcing things out. I am going skydiving Sunday, and I am scared. Yet excited. I will face my fear and step out (through) the airplane door. Thanks for all the info on the first time skydiving experiences, it has made me more comfortable with my decision to go and do this. Dude! I am ready to go! ....Some people jab a vein for it...all ya gotta do is jump!!!!! Big Al Allen <gto67conv@hotmail.com> Yonkers, NY USA - Friday, October 01, 1999 at 9:49:21 PM (MDT) "In the Next Millenium... The 1st robotic bird will pull out the first placstic worm from the first artificial grass. Lets' go skidiving, scuba dive, hiking, walking, rambling, eco-trekking, climbing and camping before all the once mighty jungles, rainforest, national parks, nature and you disappear! Remember, your body was never made for adventures but your spirit was!!" Just would like to share this quote with you guys... and CARL... I hope to see you adding more exciting experience onto your site... I went for White Water Rafting just 2 weeks ago, and I love it!! ...The next thing on my list is to Skydive!! ...I hope I would be able to do this (cos I have really serious heights problem)... haha... Will come back to add more comments and share my experience of skidiving WHEN I have finally done it... Mandy <ooki@mailcity.com> Melbourne, Victoria Australia - Wednesday, September 29, 1999 at 6:44:41 PM (MDT) Great site. I just made my first tandem jump and touring your site was almost as good as re-living the experience. One problem though, your link for the dropzones seems to be outdated. I couldn't get to it. Thanks for a great site. I'll be back again. Paul Arnold <parn12345@aol.com> Bay Shore, Long Island, New York USA - Sunday, September 26, 1999 at 3:07:39 PM (MDT) I love your sight. As a person who doesn't normally indulge in, so called *extreme* sports, this all change when i went to turkey last month... at first i tried snorkling. I know kidsplay right!! Well i wasn't exactly satisfied with that so then i signed up for a 'Try-dive' for the day. Well, i tried it and loved every second i was under water. I would have signed up for the five-day course for scuba-diving, unfortunatly, funds were short at that time. And why was this, cos next on the list, was tandom-paragliding... this to me seemed a little crazy... you pay some guy a huge amount of money to be voluntarily strapped to him and then take a running jump off the tallest mountain in southern turkey!! Yeah as if. It all started out with a night on the town, and well while not totally in control of my senses (that's what Turkish Brandy can do to you!) me and a friend signed up to do exactly what we said we wouldn't do. For a whole week we kept thinking, "What have we done!" "What have we done!" But you know what, WE DID IT!!! We floated above Oludeniz for around 45 minutes, it was just magical. I've now, thankfully, gotten over my fear for heights and want to try more... maybe a little parachuting is in need. Anyways, i just wanted to say i love your site, and reading all the stories, just makes me want to try more *extreme* experiences. Thanks. Jo Devine <jo.devine@virgin.net> London, UK - Tuesday, September 21, 1999 at 2:21:06 AM (MDT) I enjoyed some of the adventures on your site. I love to travel and explore North America by RV. Check out my web site which I update frequently on my adventures. Bob Sturm <CUinMoab@aol.com> Torrington, CT USA - Monday, September 20, 1999 at 6:14:44 PM (MDT) Live life to the fullest and down to the last drop! Its the only way to live life completely...... "What in the mind of man can concieve and believe he CAN achieve" This is a totally awesome site, very inspiring..excellant!!! May i ask, what is the point in having life if one is not going to live it???? Venture...Seek....Explore......thats what where here for! missy <la_missy@yahoo.com> Boston, Mass U.S.A - Sunday, September 19, 1999 at 1:02:13 PM (MDT) I wold just like to say that I have done many other adventure sports from car racing ,snowski racing ,rock climbing ,reppeling just to name a few. So finally my wife gave in to leting me skydive for my birthday and you know what? It makes all those other sports look like child's play . All I can say to anybody thinking about skydiving is be carefull it is ADDICTIVE for most of the people who try it!! The funny thing is that I have friends that say the'll go and jump but when they get to the DZ all the do is watch lol. james <skydive777jimdve> oklahoma, oklahoma usa - Monday, September 13, 1999 at 6:34:10 PM (MDT) Carl, I Alway Said That Anyone How Jumps Out Of An Airplane At 10,000Ft Is Either Stupid, Crazy Or Both. But Resently I Found My Self At A Drop Zone Getting Prices For Rigs, Training, Jumps, ETC. When I Told My Friends That I Was Going To Sky Dive. They Said I Wasn't Any Surprise Because I'm Just Crazy/Stupid Enough To Jump. Well I Guess What I Though Was Right Because I Plan On Jumping. Anyway Great Site If It Wasn't For It I Wouldn't Be Jumping For A Plane At 10,000Ft. Thanks For The Confedense/Info, Chris Brown Chris Brown <sky_diving@hotmail.com> Halifax, Nova Scotia Canada - Thursday, September 09, 1999 at 4:02:30 PM (MDT) My name is Kyra Stegall-Lopez, I had my first tandem jump this past summer! It was the most awesome experience in my life! I would recommend it to everyone. I have my pictures in my classroom and my students think that I am crazy! Rock climbing, and hang gliding are next on the list! Blue skies, Kyra kyra stegall-lopez <bdgrl220@hotmail.com> chicago, il - Tuesday, September 07, 1999 at 2:40:21 PM (MDT) This is a really cool site! It's great to find a site for the non- couch potato! I'm an avid Scuba diver in the Pacific Northwest. However, I've never tried sky diving. I would really like to some day! Keep up the good work. Paul K. <scubaduber@yahoo.com> Vancouver, Washington USA - Friday, September 03, 1999 at 12:45:20 PM (MDT) Great website!!! I'm 20 years old, and I jumped tandem for my first time on Aug. 19, 1999 in Northampton, Mass. It was the best time I've ever had!I also had a video made of my first jump which came out awesome. I am really looking forward to more jumps and becoming more experienced. Its just hard finding friends who want to jump with you. My older brother jumped his first jumped when I did. I'm sure that he will jump again with me. Melanie Talbot <myrtlesnap@aol.com> Holyoke, Mass. USA - Tuesday, August 24, 1999 at 9:42:26 PM (MDT) Hi Carl Great site - lots of interest - Please post my reference for Tandem Skydiving, AFF and Static Line courses in South Africa. Blue Skies... Charles Charles Whitcomb <charles@tandems.co.za> Pretoria, Gauteng South Africa - Sunday, August 22, 1999 at 2:05:54 AM (MDT) I loved the 'visit to Germany' -page. I spent 1996 in Germany and I totally fell in love with the country. I sure would love to go back there as soon as I can. Still have a few friends living near Cologne. Thanks for your stories and photos. Lientjie <Lien101@hotmail.com> Bloemfontein, Free State South Africa - Wednesday, August 18, 1999 at 1:02:51 PM (MDT) Hi there Greetings from Greenland. It's a great site *s* I have been skydiving 22 times in San Diego and I LOVE it. But we can't jump in Greenland. Blue skies to all skydivers !!! Irene Jeppson <ijeppson@hotmail.com> Nuuk, Greenland Greenland - Monday, August 16, 1999 at 5:22:11 PM (MDT) I did skydiving for the first time yesterday 7/31/99. The most incredible experience of my life. I am a petite female, only 5', 110 lbs. I did a static line jump. While trying to work my way out onto the strut into 80mph winds, I fell. I was out far enough not to get hurt but I didnt get to turn and smile at my jumpmaster. He later told me that I looked like I was sitting in an easy chair, I had such a calm look on my face. I'm planning on doing it again, but practicing climbing onto the strut. Best experience of my life!!! Deb <vgtidt@aol.com> Rochester , NY USA - Sunday, August 01, 1999 at 3:18:32 PM (MDT) What a great web site. It is truly inspirational to hear everyones stories--- in the guest book and throughout the site. I really want to go skydiving but would love to get a recommendation. I live in New York City. Has anyone gone near here and had a great experience. Any advice would be great! I have been very lucky to have had many "extreme" experiences- rafting on the Colorado, white water canoeing on the Penobscot in Maine, a trip to S. Africa..... Outward Bound. All amazing, truly life altering experiences.... as I always say, "I will try anything atleast once." ENJOY LIFE! PEACE! LAURA Laura <laura2eric@aol.com> New York City, NY USA - Thursday, July 29, 1999 at 3:26:06 PM (MDT) Hello all. this is a pretty cool page. I am looking for info on skydiving in MA. If you have any info on where i can find lessons or whatever please email me. thanx Amber Amber <mountaincandy4u@webtv.net> Concord, MA USA - Thursday, July 29, 1999 at 1:13:30 PM (MDT) I'm so excited to try skydiving, The only promblem is that I don;t know any Business that exsists in my area. Does anyone know where I could skydive I'm from Connecticut, I'm willing to travel, like Mass., or Rhode Island. Please Help, it will be greatly appreciated. hmakara@lasell.edu Heather <hmakara@lasell.edu> bristol, CT 06010 - Wednesday, July 28, 1999 at 2:25:23 PM (MDT) I am almost 25 years old and had wanted to ski dive for a long time. After many years of convincing my wife to let me jump she finally gave me the best fathers day gift I ever got. The opertunity to go ski diving. After my first jump there was nothing going to stop me from jumping again. I now only have two jumps but I have promised my self that I will get my "A" licnese. I, unlike everyone else on this site,have a negative thing to say about ski diving. I love to do extreme things or anything to get a thrill. After ski diving everthing I use to do for a thrill suffers badly in comparison. Ski diving is the most exciting thing I have ever done in my life and can do nothing but look at the clear blue ski all day long. I do have one question for anybody out there who may wish to answer. I have jumped twice myself and have never jumped tandam. My goal is to freefall as soon as posible. Should I try a high altitude tandam jump? DENNIS MOORE (FLASH) <mooreisgood@yahoo.com> Hermitage, MO U.S.A - Tuesday, July 27, 1999 at 4:18:42 PM (MDT) Carl..you have a great perspective on life and it is great to read about people who have a positive view of life. The daily grind of work and the pace of the world today coupled with being constantly bombarded with conflicting messages, it is easy to lose focus in life and remember what living is all about. What I think is terrific about this site, is it reminds me that there are many exciting things to live for. Life can be exhilirating and challenges and adventures are very good for the spirit. What is key is to take initiative and get involved in these adventures. So, your site provides me with some motivation to aim for some adventuring. I've done some cool adventures in the past, whitewater rafting on Brown's canyon in Colorado, skiing in Aspen and traveling to Moscow. It might not be the most extreme adventures, but for someone who grew up in New Jersey in a suburban town, it is. However, there is so much more I want to do. Especially scuba diving. I guess like anything...you just have to go ahead and do it and set a timeline...so I will be doing that and I'll let you know how it goes. Thanks again for the site and keep up your adventurous attitude. It is great to see that there are people like you out there. Society seems so focused on materialism and gaining wealth. We forget that there is much more to life. These things don't necessarily add to the meaning of life. Only experiences can do that. I mean there is nothing wrong to want a nice car and have a nice house and furniture...but this doesn't add much meaning. It may add comfort and it may provide some mental satisfaction of having assets, but it certainly does not make the person..and in your last days it will definitely not be what you look back on. Things like remembering how exhilirating it is to float through the air or be one with the ocean surrounded by its granduer and beauty or navigating the landscape of a ski slope and appreciating a mountain's stature...these are the things you will look back on....NOT the day you went to the Mercedes dealership. Some people in this world seem so immersed in their outward appearance that it diminishes their sense of self and erodes meaning in their lives. I wish more people would focus on meaning in life rather than on their status. But, we all take our own paths and I'm happy to see that you've chosen an adventurous one. I look forward to hearing more of your adventures and if you have anything that would help me get involved with diving, feel free to Email me. Best regards, Cliff Thornton thornton@instantlink.com Cliff Thornton <thornton@instantlink.com> Bloomfield, NJ United States of America - Wednesday, July 21, 1999 at 11:15:22 PM (MDT) Carl..your web site is great. I just went tandem skydiving at Pepperell for the first time last weekend. Suffice to say, my husband and I have signed up for the AFF program starting next week. Your descriptions of the AFF levels were very helpful in preparing me for what to expect. Keep up the good job.:) Jeanne <jelonergan@earthlink.net> Nashua, NH USA - Friday, July 16, 1999 at 8:14:42 AM (MDT) Brilliant site, Carl. Lots of great stuff, but worth looking at for the sailing photos alone! I do alot of extended, remote hiking in the SW Tasmanian wilderness and have always considered this to be pure adventure, but I notice hiking isn't in you list of adventurous pursuits. Come down to Tassie some time!! k lang <kl.hrd@hrltd.com.au> Melbourne, Vic Australia - Sunday, July 11, 1999 at 7:45:41 PM (MDT) They tell me that it is the ultimate rush!!Ijust hope I can do it some day. YourFriend, Gamebit Dale Nunley Jr. <Gamebit@webtv.net> Tracy, Tennessee Grundy - Saturday, July 10, 1999 at 9:00:23 AM (MDT) Hey very cool website dude. had a few vicarious thrills reading thru it all yee! I've had my share of adventures, mountain climbing in Malawi (africa) snorkelling in the Andaman Islands (india) and a bunch of other cool shit, i forgot i even had done until i saw ur website. been letting it slip by fer too long, need to get myself a million dollars and live like you did man skydiving n all..yee well, jes to say cool. Adam <awarlock@bigfoot.com> Malaysia - Tuesday, June 29, 1999 at 7:40:39 PM (MDT) I enjoyed seeing this pictures of Burg Schloss (Landstuhl castle.)I was stationed at the army hospital in Landstuhl from January '93 to January'95. We used to go to the castle and drink beer and eat bratwurst. You can see the jets and planes, taking off and landing, from Ramstein just a couple of klicks away. That picture brought back fond memories. For Halloween '93, they made the castle into haunted house. Afterwards we drank gluewein and ate bratwurst. On the adjacent mountain, there is Bismarc tower, which was a watchtower. I love Germany and miss it very much- THANKS! Jody Fuller Opelika, Alabama USA - Saturday, June 19, 1999 at 9:36:11 PM (MDT) I'm doing research for an extreme sports show. We're doing a segment on kids (12 and under) that do extreme sports. I'm trying to find out if there are any kids that skydive. Do you know of any kids known for their skydiving skills? Is it physically impossible? I would appriciate any feedback. Thanks, Lindy Lindy <mquigan@grbtv.com> Sherman Oaks, CA LA - Monday, June 14, 1999 at 5:49:21 PM (MDT) web site is great. hope to get out and go sky diving someday. hope you have fun in your time. UR_mystycal_1 <UR_mystycal_1@yahoo.com> huntsville, alabama u.s. - Monday, June 14, 1999 at 2:17:34 PM (MDT) I enjoyed your section about Aviarios del Caribe. I had the pleasure of staying there a few years ago (and had my picture taken with Buttercup). It is fun hearing from someone else who has experienced all it has to offer. Luis and Judy are two wonderful people. The scenery and wildlife are incredible. I would recommend Aviarios to anyone traveling to Costa Rica. Connie Haugen <consed.net (temporarily)> - Tuesday, June 08, 1999 at 2:04:24 PM (MDT) Whitewater rafting is cool and we would also like to do skydiving in a few years time!! Charles and Elliot Hillman <boxedbot@globalnet.co.uk> London, England - Monday, June 07, 1999 at 1:35:07 PM (MDT) I've enjoyed browsing your site. I'm doing a little survey of sites about Costa Rica, and your pictures are neat. I will make your web site address available to elementary school librarians to use with kids. Hope that's OK. Corinne White <whitec@osceola.k12.fl.us> Kissimmee, Florida USA - Monday, June 07, 1999 at 8:34:37 AM (MDT) I HAVE MADE THREE TANDEM JUMPS. THIS SAT. I AM GOING TO MAKE MY FIRST AFF SOLO. I AM ALMOST 43YRS.OLD. ISN'T THAT CRAZY? MY FAMILY IS SO SUPPORTAVE. I AM DETERMINED TO FINISH THE INTIRE AFF HOPEFULLY, WITHIN THE NEXT FEW MONTHS. NEEDLESS TO SAY,I AM SCARED! WHEN I FINISH,I WANT TO KNOW THE BEST PLACES TO JUMP. I AM GETTING MY TRAINING AT SKYDIVE CAROLINA. THESE PEOPLE ARE THE GREATEST. WE ARE IN THE PROCESS OF LOOKING FOR A GOOD CAMPER,WITH AIR, SO WE CAN TRAVEL.I LOVE THE FEELING OF JUMPING,AND EVERYTHING ENVOLVED. IF ANYONE HAS ANY ADVICE,PLEASE LET ME KNOW. THANKS,AND SAFE LANDINGS!!!LEILANI Leilani B. Coutsos <LEIAMBER@AOL.COM> Columbia, S.C. USA - Sunday, June 06, 1999 at 7:37:06 PM (MDT) I am tring to locate my teen sweet hart and first love its been 42 years. CARVETH MORRIS <riverrat@nccoast.net> SUPPLY, NORTH CAROLINA USA - Saturday, June 05, 1999 at 11:00:24 AM (MDT) static line parachute jump on mlitary parachute equipment at 23,500 feet(16 miles off shore of sandkey beach,clearwater,florida 22aug98 john johnson <johnc275abn@webtv.net> saint petersburg, florida U.S.A. - Monday, May 24, 1999 at 11:43:41 PM (MDT) To carlos, My name is Jerry, i'm 22 yrs. old from houston, tx. just looked over your site, read some stories, philosophies about life and truely enjoyed it. I have the same views on much of life and try to live and learn everyday with a smile. I'm lookin forward to my first sky-dive jump in about two weeks from today's date. (5-21-99) I'm sure you recieve lots of e-mail so i'll keep it short, keep up the great web-site, continue to enjoy life, and always live life to the fullest. I hope to add some pictures and a stories as I go through my future adventures. Your new e-mail friend Jerry jerry hylton <jerzeyz@yahoo.com> Houston, texas usa - Friday, May 21, 1999 at 1:55:46 PM (MDT) Your homepage is great....I just visited it threee times and I haven't looked at all of it yet!!!! Yuri Rother <rother@cyberus.ca> Ottawa, Ontario Canada - Friday, May 21, 1999 at 4:25:49 AM (MDT) I Love this!!! I took my first jump just a few days ago!! I am there!!! I can't wait to go again!!! However it will be closer to July... I broke my fibula when I landed.. Oh well...it was worth it. Everyone has decided I am crazy... What the Hell.. I don't want to be an old woman sitting around thinking about all the things I should of done when I was younger!! Robin <robin730@mail.swbell.net> Springfield, Missouri USA - Friday, May 14, 1999 at 3:49:35 PM (MDT) Hi! Im 18 years old and i love life. This web lite is way cool. Since i was 12 i've been trying different fun things, like, bungee jumping, indoor ski diving, parasailing, snorkaling,water skiing, tubing, white water rafting on the royal gorge, love hiking, and cliff jumping at fave Lake, and camping. I really want to go SUBA diving when i go to the Bahamas thi summer, but i don't think i can cause i can't handle the pressure in deep water very well, which is a bummer. I also plan on doing a real dive from the sky when im old enough. okay..well thanks for this really cool page..it's given me some more ideas. amber Amber <maple223@yahoo.com> Inman, SC USA - Wednesday, May 12, 1999 at 5:10:34 PM (MDT) Hi Carl. Your website is great! I am glad Ed gave me the url address to check it out. I can give you some cool nature pictures from my adventures at rites. And, I am sure you will add hiking to this web site. I've got a few good pictures from different places I've been. I am going to check out some more of the site. In spirit and friendship Kerowyn Kerowyn <kerowyn@hotmail.com> Worcester, MA USA - Friday, May 07, 1999 at 1:04:48 PM (MDT) This is the greatest Web site!!!!!! Looking forward to trying one of these adventures!!!!!!!! Nick M.W.B IL U.S.A. - Friday, May 07, 1999 at 11:52:08 AM (MDT) I just read your story of rafting on the New River in WV. Yes, the New is great fun and a great whitewater river. However, you made a comment about the Cheat River in Northern WV being smaller than the New. In the Spring, the Cheat offers the same caliber of whitewater as the Gauley. It is 13 miles of nearly back to back Class IV and V rapids. In the summer it slows to a more moderate run such as the upper New. However, make no mistake the Cheat is no little river. Wendy Hart <CRO@iwa.net> Albright , WV USA - Wednesday, May 05, 1999 at 10:37:34 AM (MDT) From Elliot, Peter, Walvis and steve: COOL SITE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Elliot Hillman LONDON, ENGLAND IS COOL - Tuesday, April 27, 1999 at 11:47:35 AM (MDT) I went skydiving for the first time this weekend. I went with eight others to hinchley, Il and did my tandom jump. I will be going back within the next month. I thought it was great and will be skydiving more. Joe McGEE <jmcgee@tellabs.com> bolingbrook, IL US - Monday, April 26, 1999 at 2:37:01 PM (MDT) AWESOME WEBSITE stephen brown LONDON, ENGLAND - Thursday, April 22, 1999 at 8:22:05 AM (MDT) This web page is great i would really like to try sky diving and white water rafting but don't know where i could get info from and i don't know how old i have to be. If its possible have you got any info for sky diving in england if not do you know any one who might have any info. It would be really usefull. thanx Adrian Laishley <ellesse1998@yahoo.com> Lichfield, Staffordshire England - Wednesday, April 21, 1999 at 12:38:32 PM (MDT) This web page is the best! I have not done any sports like this but after my G.C.S.E Exams im going to get information for Sky diving mainly and quite a few other sports. I would leave my web address but at school i don't have one but i'll write back as soon as possilbe when i get home. Adrian laishley Lichfield, Staffordshire England - Wednesday, April 21, 1999 at 3:45:09 AM (MDT) Hello Carl, I would just like to thank-you for your beautiful pictures. I'm not an experienced jumper, I only have 10 jumps, but still whenever I see anything that has to do with skydiving I get this natural high that just makes me want to jump and jump and never stop. Actually even when I don't see that stuff I still have an urge to jump, but with the pictures there, I can get an even more vivid picture in my head of what I probably looked like. So thank-you. Air is where... ~Emily Emily Loran <emilia_la_pilota@yahoo.com> Federal Way, Washington USA - Tuesday, April 20, 1999 at 10:53:42 AM (MDT) I am from Maine and like your site. I have been to Norman's Woe and Folly Cove but not Halibut Point. Looks like that ought to be my next Mass. dive. I would love to see a Goose fish. I am in the process of writing a book on Maine shore dives, so most of my diving lately has been in Maine. I have been diving all winter but can't wait until the water warms up. Keep up the good work. Steve Audet <jaudet71@yahoo.com> Lewiston, Maine USA - Thursday, April 15, 1999 at 8:51:43 AM (MDT) Started skydiving in March 1999. I am using static line and begin practice pulls this weekend. I am looking foward to my first HOP N POP by Sunday. ROBERT GOODIN <RGGMPH@AOL.com> Memphis, Tn USA - Tuesday, April 13, 1999 at 6:21:18 PM (MDT) I found this site to be great...I went Skydiving last summer for my 20th birthday and I loved it. In a few weeks I am going to give a informative speech on Skydiving and in three I will give a persuasive one on Skydiving. Your site helped me so much! Britni <wrk2dmnmuch@hotmail.com> Dallas, TX USA - Tuesday, April 06, 1999 at 7:42:15 PM (MDT) Wow, very good site, with the most information for my interest. More isn't to say. Only one thing. Nelly When I look in your Eyes I fall in a dream which is so wonderful, that I must die, for waking up. Scoon <Scoonart@aol.com> Dresden, Sachsen Germany - Monday, April 05, 1999 at 4:46:56 AM (MDT) hi, i am going to Costa Rica soon, and I cam to visit your web-site. The pictures are fantastic, and makes me so anxious to go Bretton <Bretton21@aol.com> Ridgewood, NJ 07450 - Friday, April 02, 1999 at 5:58:08 PM (MST) I really like this website. I love to snowboard,ski, waterski, and basically play any sports you can think of. I'm also willing to give most things a shot unless I chicken out. Keep up the great work! Shayna <biech@mail.svsd35.mb.ca> Swan River, Manitoba Canada - Thursday, March 18, 1999 at 2:04:25 PM (MST) Just wanted to say thanks for the dive that my brother-in-law ,and I had taken in the bahamas. UNEXSO, we really enjoyed our first open water dive with your very courteous and helpful dive guides. Thanks again for a very memorable experience! Klent Eaglen <keagle@nemr.net> Green City, Missouri U.S.A. - Wednesday, March 17, 1999 at 8:27:14 PM (MST) Great Web-site !!! I went skydiving for the first, and unfortunatly only, time about 2 years ago. It was the BEST experience of my life ! I have not done it again only due to the cost involved. Now I am interested in HANG-GLIDING. Do you offer any ifo. on that sport? I'm also interested in cliff-diving. Any info. on these two subjects would be greatly appreciated!!! THANKS and I'll keep your site on my "favorites" list ! Keep living Fast & Free ! Lisa Angelino <angelino73@yahoo.com> Aston, Pennsylvania USA - Wednesday, March 17, 1999 at 3:36:12 PM (MST) Enjoyed your site a great deal. I have made three parachute jumps. My first at age 51. This spring I am trying to get a group to make a jump, already some interested folks and I'll recommend this site to get inspiration. Jim Stafford <jws124@yahoo.com> Kalamazoo, Michigan usa - Saturday, February 27, 1999 at 11:07:54 AM (MST) Very professional site, we share alot of the same interests, I also skydive (150 jumps to date), am learning to Scuba (Open water training soon, hopefully!), indoor wall climb (not too good at it!), paintball (not in a long while), etc. And as an I.T project manager (currently working on Y2K), I share some of your professional interests as well. I.W. Thompson <Ianjumper@aol.com> UK - Saturday, February 27, 1999 at 7:32:18 AM (MST) My husband and I want to try white river rafting this summer. We are both adventure seekers and want some excitment for this trip. We don't want to start at basic level. Where do you recommend for us to go for our Summer adventure??? Carolina carolina <carolina_ochoa@hotmail.com> Miami, FL USA - Thursday, February 25, 1999 at 7:35:42 PM (MST) I just wanted to say I thought your site was great and anyone who has not yet experienced how awesome skydiving is should check it out. I am only a beginner (I have three IAD under my belt) but do plan to gain some more jumps as soon as it is warm enough again. I doubt anyone will ever be able to capture the excitement one feels the first time they look up and see the airplane above them!! But I truly think this site is inspiring. Thanks! Stephanie <belle65@juno.com> Kansas City, MO USA - Monday, February 22, 1999 at 8:36:46 PM (MST) Hey people, I am a skydiver of 957 jumps. Not long to the big 1000. Woooooooo One real thing to say. DONT LIVE LIFE ON THE EDGE!!!!!!! JUMP OFF IT!!!!!!! SKYDIVE!!!!!! Robbie g <hot_fireman@yahoo.com> Sydney, NSW Australia - Saturday, February 20, 1999 at 7:02:10 AM (MST) A GREAT BIG HOWDY FROM CALGARY ALBERTA CANADA... Great site, I've always beleived that if your not living on the edge then you must be taking up to much space. Just wondering if any of you fellow skydivers are part of the mile high club? (Hee, Hee) Take care... Alberta/Canada. Kalista Hughes Calgary, Alberta Canada - Friday, February 19, 1999 at 3:18:15 PM (MST) Great site! I SCUBA dive and skydive. There's nothing like being weightless! Either up there or down there, both are wonderful. It was really interesting browsing through your page. I think I'm going to try the white water next. But what about bungee jumping? I've tried it. It may not last as long as skydiving, but it's still a rush. KEEP THIS SITE UP!!!! Narc on, and blue skies!!! Flyte Flyte <Flyte74@aol.com> Woodbridge, Virginia USA - Thursday, February 18, 1999 at 11:18:15 PM (MST) What a great site! I just bought my dad a tandom jump with video for his 50th birthday yesterday for Toledo Skydive. He always wanted to jump! I talked to the owner for a very long time and I think that I might want to try it sometime soon, but I am still scared. I am deathly scared of the higth, but I love roller coasters. I ride ATV 4-wheelers and do some racing with them, but I don't know about a jump. I will have to watch my dad and if he can do it, I guess I can try. Thanks for all og the info on your great web site! Thanks, Kristi Kellar age 23 Kristi Kellar <www.tommyturbo@tdn.com> Kelso, Washington Cowlitz - Saturday, February 13, 1999 at 5:31:43 PM (MST) Read your certification dive experience with great amusement. Can't say mine was even close! I had a wonderful two dive, two day experience in the Florida Keys. Took by PADI open water training in Trenton, New Jersey. When they said they were taking us for certification in a quarry in PA in early June, I said, "Not me! Having just purchased a home in the FL Keys, I said, "Give me reference papers that say I have passed by written and pool tests, and I'm outa here for certification dives!" Wasn't Patrick Henry that said, "Give me warm water or I go to the Keys instead"........or something like that! In the Keys my conditions were almost perfect and I had one of the greatest dive masters you could hope for. About a year later I read he was rated the top dive master in the middle Keys! Lucky for me. Anyway, just wanted you to know that not all experiences are as bad as yours. If you ever get to the Florida Keys and want to dive (no deeper than 40 feet and NO SPEAR FISHING), look me up. Husband can't dive, but I've hooked up with a fellow in the Keys whose wife doesn't dive. The four of us have become friends, and we enjoy the same diving preferences. Terrie <TARMJRUBIN@MSN.COM> Yardley, PA USA - Friday, February 05, 1999 at 8:27:16 PM (MST) At dawn on jan 1st 2000 a group of skydivers will leap from 12000 ft over the International Dateline into the Pacific Ocean , 800 miles offshore from New Zealand. They intend to be the first in the world to see the sunrise of the millennium, at 3.45am NZ time, 15 minutes before the Chatham Islands. They are starting an auction for a Tandem Passenger who will bid for a place on the jump.All funds will go to Charity. There are 2 places available for jumpers who would like to do the jump as well.$4500 U.S gets you hosted and on the jump .There is a 10 hour boat trip back to the Chatham Islands,but the view will make up for it. Its a oncer.Visit www.millenniumjump.co.nz for details .Cheers!Rob Rob McLeod <m1@ihug.co.nz> Auckland, New Zealand - Friday, January 29, 1999 at 11:09:32 PM (MST) Interesting web site. Don't like to jump during the winter months....too cold! So instead, I sit here turning into a couch potato pounding on this keyboard. Sure be glad when it warms-up! Doug R. <mtnpilotdiver@msn.com> Reno, Nevada Usa - Thursday, January 28, 1999 at 11:49:01 PM (MST) hi carl...those photos are really spectacular and breathtaking..keep up the good work... neez <aneera3637@hotmail.com> Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - Tuesday, January 26, 1999 at 12:08:49 AM (MST) Hi, Great website!!! I started testing my limits several years ago. I have about 88 skydives, and even pack my own canopy. Skydiving is the most profound expression of freedom. When I exit the plane...it's like stepping off the edge of the world. I liked jumping from planes so much, I decided to learn how to fly them. I should have my private pilot's certificate in 2 months. Once the weather warms, I will also go for the SCUBA certification. Which is better, PADI or NAUI? Life is an event, that should not be missed. Adios, Chris Chris Uminowicz <uman@webspan.net> Millburn, NJ USA - Sunday, January 24, 1999 at 6:56:25 PM (MST) We were researching Smith castles in Germany for a school project.we found 2 great pictures but none of Smith origin.Is there any way you could give us some help with this within the next two or three days? if not okay. Karen <karens@ns.sympatico.ca> Nova Scotia Canada - Sunday, January 24, 1999 at 12:01:04 PM (MST) Hi, great site, I've got a question I'm 29 and have 30 static line jumps under my belt(82nd Airborne) and have been racing motorcycles for 5 years on a national circuit running in the low 8 second range at 165 mph, but now I have been given the opportunity to to campaign a alcohol funny car that runs at over 200 mph, and to be quite honest this has put the fear of god in me. Is this a normal feeling or is this something telling me to reconsider my option???? If you have any comments on this please Email me Thank You Guy472 Guy Murphy <guy472@webtv.net> Marshall, ILL U.S. - Monday, January 18, 1999 at 11:51:12 AM (MST) Carl, I couldn't read the comments at your Guestbook page. The rest of your site is wonderful. [Though, as a 68-year-old lady, I don't think I'll be trying sky diving or white water rafting (let's face it--I would probably NEVER have tried them!), I have an adverturous brother who has climbed Mount Everest to Hillary's base camp and trekked through Patagonia.] I liked your information on Web mastering and the Internet so much that I've added your site to my list of Favorites. I'm learning how to do Web pages using Netscape Composer. For me this is a big adventure! I got my computer just two years ago. Thanks for helping all us novices! Marjorie Marjorie Rosenfeld <marjorie.rosenfeld@cwix.com> Carlsbad, California USA - Sunday, January 17, 1999 at 3:38:59 PM (MST) Hello Fellow adventurists! I was just browsing through web pages looking for a good skydiving page, and BOOM here it is. This past summer I went skydiving for the first time; I took my IAD course and jumped from 4000 ft. It was, to say the least, the greatest experience in the world! But, I`m sure I don`t have to tell everyone that has tried it, It is such an addiction! Two weeks after my first jump I went for a second IAD, and it was just as breathtaking as the first! I amm now taking my PFF (progresive freefall) course; unfortunately the last jump I did was at the end of the season here, so now I have to wait untill spring to continue, I am hoping by the end of the summer I will be instructing at my DropZone. If anyone that reads this has not tried skydiving, all I can say is TRY IT YOU WILL NOT BE DISSAPOINTED!! keep up the great webpage! till next time, HAPPY FLYING!!!!!! Andrew Postma <aroosterma@hotmail.com> Welland, Ontario Canada - Monday, January 04, 1999 at 2:35:54 PM (MST) Hi friend, A short word about fear. Fear responses are triggered by an old part of the brain (evolutionary that is) known as the amygdala. That jolt or frozen moment whereby we seem to lose time and even consciousness when you first jump out of an aircraft comes through the amygdala taking control of our bodies and parts of our brain before the sensory input make it to our frontal cortex. Once the signals reach our frontal cortex we are able to appraise the situation we are confronted by in a more rational manner. We need our amygdala to recognise danger. It helps us to deal with unfamiliar and thus potentially dangerous situations. However, on the second jump our amygdala knows it's been in this situation before so we are not frozen or debilitated as much as the first time we jumped. Has our fear been reduced? Probably not, only our reaction has changed. Thankfully, most sky divers continue to experience the fear but it does not overtake our minds and bodies. The fear remains but the shock or "frozen moment" is reduced. But, it can come back as sooon as we experience something new, such as a bag lock or streamer. The tragedy of someone jumping out without gear, I suggest, has little to do with fear. Complacency or a momentary loss of concentration is all that is needed to make this mistake. Great web site. Michael Hawkins <mikehawkins@support4.com.au> Sydney, New South Wales Australia - Monday, December 28, 1998 at 9:39:14 PM (MST) Hi Carl Great site mate !!! I am in South Africa, and fly microlights, skydive, and generally have a good time here. I have added a link to your site in my links sections - keep on living it up! Cheers - Demon Barry (Demon) Culligan <demon@otto.co.za> Johannesburg, Gauteng South Africa - Friday, December 18, 1998 at 8:03:35 AM (MST) I love your website I was looking for information on skydiving and this site was an great resource I added yoor site to my favorite site list! Thanks for the great info and pictures. Michael Beaupre <michaelbeaupre@HotMail.com> Belchertown, Massachuttess USA - Wednesday, December 16, 1998 at 2:56:32 PM (MST) 4of us traveled to Costa Rica and spent 2 days white water rafting. We actually thought we were experienced rafters, having mastered the level three rivers in central California. Our experience second day our was thrilling and harrowing. the day was beautiful, later it rained, we were half way down the river. The river rose, the water became faster and the dips were now big deep drops. Not only was the raft filling with water, but the 2 young men in the kiyaks were swept away and were way ahead of us...so much for emergency pick up should one of us fall into the water. Needless to say the day was very "experience"filled. WE did survive and love to tell the story of how I fell out and the only thing my spouse could think of was...that he didn't know where anything was at homw!!!!!!!......... Our experienced guide later shared with us that we did very well as a team and that he estimated that several areas of our trip could have been classed as 4 plus and 5 rafting levels. We spent 2 weeks in Costa Rica and are planning to return again next year...1999. It was the greatest vacation and a wonderful experience... such hospitality. Kathy Grinstead <eis100@yahoo.com> Fresno, California USA - Tuesday, December 15, 1998 at 1:07:16 PM (MST) I screwed up and put my comments (all good) in your calendar page.Please check under Dec.11,1998.And if anyone out there would like to swap some skydive lies(or truths)please drop me a line. BLUE SKIES... (you know the rest) Tom Tom Hevican <hevi@earthlink.net> Alexandria, Va USA - Friday, December 11, 1998 at 12:53:08 PM (MST) This summer I taking a trip down to the Amazon with some friends and my school, it sounds like a lot of fun! I love your pics of the animals form the amizon!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! deb - Thursday, December 10, 1998 at 8:38:08 PM (MST) Hey Carl, great site!I'm only 23 but I learned early on in life to appreciate the life enriching power of a good adventure. So far I've covered the skydiving, white water rafting and a lot of hair raising mountain biking. I hope to try SCUBA diving soon. I think your site has inspired me to act on my desires. Thanks and play safe. Joe Di Pietro <dipietro@cgocable.net> Niagara Falls, ON Canada - Wednesday, December 09, 1998 at 11:15:01 AM (MST) WOW! Jo Bob Sue Ann <FriedOkrah4Sale@cowgreenbean.farm.net> Undermined, Nebraska Model U. N. - Tuesday, December 08, 1998 at 12:23:38 PM (MST) You have a really nice WEB. I'm 14 and I'm doing a science project on parachutes and was wondering if you could E-mail me some reading material and (or) some pictures of parachutes, thanks, JP Petit-NYC JP Petit <Surfer26@aol.com> NYC, NY USA - Sunday, December 06, 1998 at 3:43:35 PM (MST) This is a really cool website! I'm going to go skydiving when I turn 18, and I wanted to get some more info on it. Thanx! Laura Arredondo Hustisford, Wisconsin United States - Wednesday, December 02, 1998 at 12:16:43 PM (MST) I'm 14 and doing a project on rain forest depletion.I think this is a great site. I hope you don't mind but I have printed a couple of your pics to use as a visual aid to show how beautiful our rain forests are. Thanyou. Sincerely, Jessica J. Leinmiller Jessica Leinmiller <jjlein@hotmail.com> Wichita, KS USA - Tuesday, December 01, 1998 at 5:04:35 PM (MST) Hey Carl, Great site you've got here, I have been on it all morning. I am A.J. from Amsterdam and I am 15 years old. In a copple of weeks I will make my fist tandem jump. Can't wait. You are right: "a life lived in fear is a life half lived." I have done snowboarding and inline-skating but now it is time to find my kicks some place else: 2000 ft. above. Keep up the good work! Arradin Jonathan A.J. <woods@flash.a2000.nl> amsterdam , Noord-Holland Holland - Saturday, November 28, 1998 at 4:25:52 AM (MST) I just stumbled on your web page while surfing and I am so glad I did. I have been skydiving a little while back when I lived in Detroit.(I grew up there) I have been white water in the New River Gorge a few times and I am planning right now to get my SCUBA certification this winter. Your site is done really well and I am glad to know there are people out there who love life as much as I do. Keep up the great work and in the near future I will send you some more stuff so you can put it on there. Thanks and I will tell my friends and I will be back soon. Brian llewellyn <doclouie@et.byu.edu> Provo, Utah USA - Wednesday, November 18, 1998 at 11:40:05 PM (MST) I am a scuba instructor from South Florida. I have been lucky enough to have had a few adventures of my own - I have tried white water rafting, kayaking, rock climbing and repelling (that's when I figured out I was afraid of heights), cliff jumping, horseback riding, diving and travelling to to St. Thomas, St. Croix, Jamaica, Grand Cayman, Cozumel, and the Yucatan. And living in Florida affords me unique opportunities - canoeing through the swamp, watching the sunset over the everglades, or diving some of our many shipwrecks. This year I decided to try skydiving. I did a tandem and then completed AFF. I have interesting stories and pictures to share if you're interested. I really enjoyed your site. Cami Sue Cami Sue Huston <cami@pom.porsa.com> Ft. Lauderdale, Florida USA - Monday, October 26, 1998 at 1:11:29 PM (MST) Hey, this is really one cool site! Being a student skydiver myself, I rather enjoyed reading about the AFF skydives. Thanks! Thomas Kolb <thomas.kolb@bigfoot.com> Gothenburg, Sweden - Wednesday, November 18, 1998 at 12:52:20 AM (MST) Well I already sent an email but saw some of the things people were saying and had to add... I myself did the AFF progression for skydiving and I am now at lvl 6. The first just was horrible. I was scared out of my mind. My JM called it sensory overload.. But i got back in the saddle and talked about the jump.. after 15 minutes to clear my head. I have since then jumped 3 more times and everytime it gets better and better... This site is great because you can look at how things went for others by reading some of the entries Well once again thanx for keeping this site going it was really informative................. Chris <Gold__@hotmail.com> - Monday, November 09, 1998 at 12:08:38 AM (MST) I was just browsing around looking for a cool site where I could find people with the same interests as me, and that is of coarse.. Skydiving! I did my first jump in August of this year, and needless to say I am now hooked.I am now taking my progressive freefall coarse (pff) and I can`t wait untill I can instruct. I know there are a lot of people that would have to agree with me when I say Everybody should try it. If anybody is reading this that has never tried it, I must insist TRY IT! happy skydiving everybody!!!! Andrew Postma <postman@cgocable.net> Welland, Ontario Canada - Sunday, November 01, 1998 at 4:41:24 PM (MST) Just been browsing around your site, great stuff. I'm a 33 year old Brit just getting back into life (post divorce). Starting skydiving come the spring so I'll be back. Jim Downer <Sheila.Downer@bt internet.com> Shrewsbury, Shropshire England - Tuesday, October 27, 1998 at 7:55:47 AM (MST) I was really glad that I am not the only student to have to repeat level three....thanks for sharing Gwenna Peters <gpeters@trib.net> Columbia, Missouri USA - Monday, October 26, 1998 at 6:51:01 PM (MST) Hello skydivers and other adventurers!!!! I'm a skydiver from Finland and I've made 160 jumps...started 3 years ago. Our drop zone is situated in Kalajoki, in other words in western Finland. This is a great site...Just love it! I'll be back!!! BLUE SKIES! Ann-sofie & Anders ann-sofie <asnare@hotmail.com> Jakobstad, Finland - Wednesday, November 18, 1998 at 2:42:50 AM (MST) I was just browsing in the web, and found your page. I think this is wonderful. The most surprising is that I am Luis an Judy Arroyo's cousin, the owner's of Aviarios del Caribe in Costa Rica, I would like to send them a very warm hello. I can't wait to go and spend a few days in that paradise again, after so many years. I highly recomend it. I think any body will enjoy, and have an incredible experience visiting their place, besides they are wonderful friendly people to share with. Katia Alpizar <kc082@csufresno.edu> Fresno, California USA - Sunday, October 25, 1998 at 12:03:55 PM (MST) Hey Carl - It's Nicole from the New Moon. I am impressed by your long list of adventures, as well as some of the philosophical things you had to say. I've been saying the past month or so that I need some adventure. I've been feeling the need to jump out of an airplane, surf more than the Net. Maybe you can give me some good contacts! Sounds like a boatload of fun - keep it up. :-) Love, Nicole Nicole <eyesys@aol.com> - Friday, October 23, 1998 at 1:06:15 PM (MDT) Hi Dudes. Love the web site. I'm a British skydiver. I learned last September and now have 45 jumps to my name, but I 'm still not Cat 8. I'm nearly there though and I'm persevering, but the weather here sucks! It's blowing a gale at the moment and it's getting me down. But there's always another weekend and the oppurtunity to boogie down in Spain at Christmas. So good luck with your skydiving everyone, and persevere! Blue Skies. Mike. Mike Ehlas <me5632@bristol.ac.uk> Bristol, England - Friday, October 23, 1998 at 6:19:31 AM (MDT) I'm looking forward to my first skydive. I found this site VERY informative. It cleared up many questions/worries I had about skydiving and it's safety. Also I greatly enjoyed the stuff on conquering fear. That is one of the things I was most concerned about; getting up in the plane and not being able to jump. But after reading "the program" I'm sure I'll be able to handle it. I have one question that I've had a hard time finding the answer to: I have asthma, how will this affect my breathing during freefall? Jenny <jenny_limegirl@yahoo.com> Torrington, Ct US - Thursday, October 22, 1998 at 9:54:53 AM (MDT) I am from the New River Gorge and I miss it with all of my heart. Every chance that I get I go back home to visit my family and the Gorge. I went to "Bridge Day" just this past weeekend and I loved it. I would love to move back home and just live on the river rafting, rock climbing, hiking, biking, and everything else that you can think of. I am thinking about taking some lessons on base jumping and next year I would love to BASE jump off of the New River Gorge Bridge. I have all ways wanted to do that. I would say to anyone reading this to take life by the wheel and go for one heck of a drive and do it all.... Rachel Henderson <cobrafab@www.net> Ashland, Kentucky USA - Tuesday, October 20, 1998 at 3:07:55 PM (MDT) I was browsing through the web searching for information re: Life strategists. I loved reading the Belief in your mind and body story/tips. I printed it and have it in my day planner. Great Stuff keep up the good work!! Anna <anna_reyes@yahoo.com> Fremont, Ca. Alameda - Thursday, October 15, 1998 at 11:47:32 AM (MDT) Wow, great site! Just checking it out, I also made "The jump" I went with two friends that had an idea in their heads that I wouldn't jump because I'm a girl. That was all the fuel I needed to go for it! We jumped tandem from 10500 ft(Canadas regulated height) and it was the best experience I have ever had. Like the rest of the "jump junkies" on your site, I'm addicted. I am trying to infect everyone around me with the "jump bug".Besides if a girl can do it !!!!! STAY BLUE!! Holly Morgan Toronto, Ontario Canada - Wednesday, October 14, 1998 at 5:54:12 PM (MDT) I took an AFF course this summer(in Norway, where I live), and enjoyed reading about your first solo dive. I felt the same way, and am loking forward to my next jump. But at this time a year it is very cold up in the sky(and it is getting colder), so maybe I'll have to wait until next summer before I will be able to experiense such a wonderful thing again. Blue skies! Kristian Kristian Moxnes <kmoxnes@usa.net> Oslo, Norway - Wednesday, October 14, 1998 at 1:33:05 PM (MDT) Hi! I'd just like to say that I love your site! I enjoy bungee jumping, snorkelling / scuba diving and whitewater rafting. This winter I would like to try jumping into freezing cold water A.K.A. Polar bear dip here in Canada. I would love to see a site that deals with polar bear dipping somewhere, but I can't find any! Maybe adding Polar bear dipping to your site would help me and other decide if it's an "EXTREME SPORT". If anybody knows how to get in contact with a Polar Bear Dip Club, PLEASE e-mail me! Thanks a bunch! Randi Schear <rschear@hotmail.com> Alberta CANADA - Monday, October 05, 1998 at 11:35:52 AM (MDT) Love your site, been here an hour just reading the guest book and checking out your stuff!!! Will be back again!! Janna <jrjumps@voyager.net> Centreville, Michigan USA - Friday, October 02, 1998 at 7:47:04 PM (MDT) I'm doing a term paper on skydiving and your site's have really helped me alot. Basically all of my information has come from you!!!!!! Thanks Kaitlin <dridgely@nemonet.com> MO U.S. - Wednesday, September 30, 1998 at 6:33:14 PM (MDT) What lets us live life to its fullest is our desire to want to make a difference wherever we go and to love ourselves and others. Self-discipline is the password to an enjoyable life. katie <katiemink@hotmail.com> - Wednesday, September 30, 1998 at 8:59:39 AM (MDT) Ademola It was nice exploring your website among all that I read your piece was my favourite and I picked it out to write an assignment for my English class. Keep up the good work. Esther <enjeri@hotmail.com> Atlanta, Georgia U.S.A. - Sunday, September 27, 1998 at 2:33:26 PM (MDT) Hi, I was searching the internet to find information to do my Senior Project on Skydiving, and your site was a great benefit to me. Now I know what is involved with skydiving, the costs, and how to start as a beginner. I'm very excited to jump out of a plane for the first time in my life and overcome my extreme fear of heights. Thanks again! Sara Moore <saramoore69@hotmail.com> Elkton , Oregon USA - Saturday, September 26, 1998 at 5:43:18 PM (MDT) WHY NOT-I'LL BITE-send mail. Thanks.. SCUBADIVA <yikes__@hotmail.com> OHIOS' NORTH COAST - Wednesday, September 23, 1998 at 9:15:26 AM (MDT) Hello I am a Downieville Senior. I am doing my senior project on Skydiving. I was wondering if you had any information or experiences that you would like to share with me. I don't know if that e-mail address is right because this is not my computer but here is my address: Lynnea Castle P.O. Box 60 Goodyears Bar CA 95944 I was looking for a mentor because I haven't skydived yet but plan to on my 18th birthday in January. Please reply Lynnea Castle Downieville, - Tuesday, September 22, 1998 at 4:38:58 PM (MDT) Hi, I am looking for any informations about the Gauly-river in West-Virginia. My father is looking for any equalities with our family-name worldwide. If anybody knows anything about this Gauly-river please send it to me. Our name is rather seldom so it'ld be great to get some news! Your Site is great - I do enjoy life completely and I even try to get more every day... Thanks a lot Sabine Sabine A. Gauly <S.A.Gauly@t-online.de> Mainz, Germany Europe... - Tuesday, September 22, 1998 at 4:19:31 PM (MDT) Dear Whoever is responding to this, 1998. My name is Chris Cardell. I am 14 Yrs old, and live in the U.S.A. I live in the state of Florida. I want to cooment on what a good website you have!!!! I am in a american club called 4-H and I learned about Tropical Forestry in the 4-H. I like to raise banana plants, and citrus, in which I have a Citrus and banana plant. I live in DeBary, Central Fla, In a borderline Country - Residental, and surrounding our property, I have a Bunch of trails. We also have Hibiscus, Palms, and other Foalige on our property. If I am telling you the wrong thing, Sorry, But I am Instrested in Juungles, and Tropical Rainforests. Not to mention, I have a Tropical mist Glade Air Frshener. How about you ?!? How old are you ? Where do you live ? I like to hear from People. I also have a club called the Treasure Hunters. My friends aunt and uncle in Morroco are in it. My 93 Year old Great Grandmother too. It is for all ages, everybody . We pass out monthly newsletters, etc.... Overall, I like your Pictures and website. To conctact me, I'm at : car4dell@bitstorm.net Sincerly, Chris. Cardell <car4dell@bitstorm.net> DeBary, Florida United States of America. - Tuesday, September 15, 1998 at 8:52:32 PM (MDT) Wow. What an awesome site. My compliments are given. I have come looking for examples of adventure stories that are true, like featured here. I must say that I have found what I have been looking for. The reason for this is because I have been writing my own stories of things that have happened to me and am looking for direction of a sort. Thanks for creating that direction. Whenever I make post those stories, similar to the ones I have read, though more satirical, I will announce it. (the webpage featured is not my own, it is my friends and it needs more publicity.) Most Certainly; Alex Alex Witt <Tuke_man@hotmail.com> Edmonton, Alberta Canada - Sunday, September 13, 1998 at 6:02:12 PM (MDT) Great page. I especially like the stuff on scuba diving. Ant chance of collaborating on a ski section? Check my page, you may find it interesting. Dave O'Brien David O'Brien <obriend@interlog.com> Mississauga, Ontario Canada - Sunday, September 13, 1998 at 5:45:38 PM (MDT) A man walks down the street, He says why am I soft in the middle now, Why am I soft in the middle, The rest of my life is so hard, I need a photo-opportunity, I want a shot at redemption, Don't want to end up a cartoon, In a cartoon graveyard, Bonedigger Bonedigger, Dogs in the moonlight, Far away my well lit door, Mr. Beerbelly Beerbelly, Get those mutts away from me, You know I don't find this stuff amusing anymore, If you'll be my body guard, I can be your long lost pal, I can call you Betty, And you Betty when you call me, You can call me Al, Call me Al. Caroline Armstrong <wegway@sympatico.ca> - Sunday, September 13, 1998 at 11:43:52 AM (MDT) Come and skydive/scubadive in Iceland. I learned to scubadive and skydive in Iceland and its a blast! Blue Skies! H.H. Heimir Helgason <marhel@islandia.is> Reykjavík, Iceland - Sunday, September 13, 1998 at 1:01:02 AM (MDT) My husband and I started white water rafting last year. We are hooked! Loved the pictures you have and would like to know how we can find out more information about that trip. Would love to book for next summer. Sharon <jsbrooks@shawneelink.com> Harrisburg, IL USA - Saturday, September 12, 1998 at 8:19:40 PM (MDT) All my life I have been terrified of the water, particularly the ocean. So, last year at 33 years old, I decided it was time to overcome that fear. I certainly didn't want to pass it along to my daughter. So, I did the most logical thing: I learned to scuba dive! It took over an hour to get my head completely under water, but once I did . . .WOW!!! I was amazed at this magnificent world that I had always been too afraid to venture into. In fact, I fell so in love with it that I am now working on my Advanced Scuba Certification and have joined REEF (Reef Environmental Education Foundation) in the hopes of doing fish identification survey dives. My daughter is even getting in the act. She snorkels while I dive and wants to get her Jr. Certification in two years when she turns twelve. Overcoming my fear not only opened my eyes to a new world, but it has given my daughter and me the opportunity to share some wonderful times together. I am counting on scuba to be our common ground when we go through her difficult adolescent years. Till then, I am just going to relax and enjoy watching her eyes light up when she sees a manatee or a sting ray (even though that first shark I saw did make me a little nervous!) Thanks for the info on your site. It has been amazing to finally live life instead of letting life live me. Scubatweet scubatweet <puttytat@bellsouth.net> Carrollton, Georgia USA - Saturday, September 12, 1998 at 8:36:42 AM (MDT) Just a few notes, well, corrections actually. "Landstuhle" is spelled "Landstuhl" and the castle there is called Nanstein, NOT Landstuhle castle. I live 8 km's away and go there frequently. It is quite beautiful and has a lovely and rich history. Please don't take offense at these corrections. I mean them only as constructive criticism. The pictures are beautiful, by the way. Nikki Ramsey <fortchaos@hotmail.com> Vogelweh, Germany - Friday, September 11, 1998 at 1:11:21 PM (MDT) hi there! this is such a nice page...just the way i like it. i really envy you for having those no. of dives you've done.i really wish i could have my second jump sooner. by the way i had my first SL jump here in the philippines at skydive fiesta, & i love it very MUCH! how i wish they'll offer an AFF at a lower price & more schedule than SL. i wish you all the luck, & i do hope to see you skysurfin'... cris <squeakerson@hotmail.com> bacolod, Philippines - Wednesday, September 09, 1998 at 8:22:12 PM (MDT) Hi there: Just browsing and noticed that you hadn't included sailing as one of your adventure theme so I thought I'd justlet you know of the slip! Good Luck, Al Alan Morgan <alan.morgan@sympatico.ca> Fergus, Ontario Canada - Wednesday, September 09, 1998 at 12:10:41 PM (MDT) Last Wensday I experianced my first static line jump. They took us up to 3000ft and I was the first one out of the plane. When I climbed out on the platform and the clouds were wizzing past my head the first thing I thougt was what am I doing?! The jump master gave me the go signal and I stepped off the plane. I grimaced as I began to count to 6. A violent jerk stopped me at 4 and then silence. After checking my canopy and making sure all was well, I actually started to relax. MY GOD WHAT A VIEW! The instructor radioed me to tell me I was over the drop site and he ask me to do some spirals. What a rush! After I came out of the spiral, I thought I heard some one calling my name. I glanced to my left and there was the jump master forming up on my left grinning at me. After a lot of good natured whooping it up he spiraled away from me. When I was at about 800 feet my instructor radioed me again to help get lined up for my landing. Trying my best, I followed his instructions...landing only 20 feet from the center of the drop zone. After I realized I was still alive I looked at the instructor and said,"Let's do it again!" Greg <Ironman-1@worldnet.att.net> Tacoma, Washington U.S.A. - Sunday, August 30, 1998 at 4:23:11 AM (MDT) I am scared to death of heights but when I read how much fun it is I decided to face my fear of heights and skydive!! Is't that great?I owe it all to you carl,THANKS!!! I will have to wait a couple of years to skydive because I'm only 11. Your sight is incredible. Please,If you have time please E-mail me.Your counted as a star to me, for giving me the power to face my fear of heights.I thank you so much for that. THANKS, THANKS, THANKS, YHANKS SO MUCH!!!!!! Katy <birmingham4@chesco.com> Honeybrook, PA America - Saturday, August 29, 1998 at 2:47:03 PM (MDT) My friend and I made our first tandem skydive August 19th. Let me tell you...it was a blast! But there were a few things the instructors failed to tell us. Like the air up there is 30 degrees colder. And the harness they put on you is so tight that by the end of the jump you are between 1 and 2 inches shorter. I would also advise putting sponges between your legs so as not to have black and blue marks from the harness (very painful). One more note...put your feet in front of you when you come in for the landing or else you will soon find out what grass tastes like! Happy falling!!! becky <beckeee@juno.com> newark, ohio america - Saturday, August 22, 1998 at 2:57:12 PM (MDT) Hi! I have done 42 freefall jumps at Skydive Palatka, FL. It´s the best place on earth, the people there are great. Now I´m back in Sweden and hope to be able to keep on skidiving here in my homecountry. Blue skies!! "a swedish girl" Jenny Ersson <jensan9@hotmail.com> Orsa, Sweden - Friday, August 21, 1998 at 4:54:20 AM (MDT) I did my first jump in May. It was amazing! I have the story of my first jump on my web site. Go to Drive-By Psychotica and look for the dates May 14-16th. Tonya <agentmoody@bugvision.com> Seattle, WA - Thursday, August 13, 1998 at 4:02:23 PM (MDT) I am in arizona (prescott valley) and I am an extreme SUPER FREAK for fun! And I want to fly!!!!!! Please tell me were to go for classes in my home town. to take dive in my skyes. My name is mike & I like it! contact me at 3433@lankaster.com mike WILSON <3433@lankaster,com> prescott valley, AZ. USA. - Sunday, August 09, 1998 at 11:04:38 PM (MDT) Yesterday I did my first jump from 3,500 feet on a square chute opened by static line and it was GREAT! I am hooked! now that I am trained and have made my first jump I cant wait to do it again. Next week I plan to turn up at the airfield as soon as possible so I can jump on every availiable lift. I expect that you have heard this all before but it is a totaly new experiance for me and one that I hope to make my hobby. I will be visiting your site again to pick up on the latest news, if you want to find me just look up! Harry Spillett <harry@ground-zero0.demon.co.uk> Canterbury, Kent England - Friday, August 07, 1998 at 2:33:53 PM (MDT) LOVE YOUR WEB SITE. I'M A SINGLE MOTHER OF 3 BOYS AGE 34 AND HAVE BEEN SKYDIVING FOR OVER A YEAR NOW. ALL I CAN SAY IS THAT SKYDIVE HAS CHANGED MY LIFE. I'M A BETTER MOTHER AND MY BOY'S ARE SURROUNDED BY GREAT PEOPLE BEING MY NEW FOUND SKYDIVE (DZ) FAMILY! AND FOR ANYONE OUT THERE TRYING TO DECIDE WHETHER TO SKYDIVE OR NOT ALL I CAN SAY IS THAT AFTER MY FIRST JUMP (NOW HOLDING OVER 100) THERE IS NOTHING IN THIS WORLD THAT I CAN'T TACKLE OR SUCCEED IN. SKYDIVE HAS GIVEN ME THE DRIVE AND CONFIDENCE NEEDED TO MAKE IT IN THIS WORLD WE LIVE IN. BLUE SKIES FOREVER!!!**TWISTER** JESSIE SUE <JESSIE.SUE.MADEROS@TEK.COM> TIGARD, OR USA - Thursday, August 06, 1998 at 1:35:28 PM (MDT) I went sky diving for the first time ever on the 2 Aug this year even though it was a static line I had a blast. My jumpmaster had a camera mounted on his helmet to see our exits. Of course I screwed up and ended up backflipping instead of arching and the only thing I could think of was damn that was fun. On the ride home my friends were discussing of how I could have died so on and so on. All I could think of was that feeling of just being up there. I'm hooked all I can think about now is going back up. It just doesn't feel right being on the ground and I keep looking up at the clouds saying to myself man those clouds are low but there's probably some holes big enough to jump through. I just wish I could bundle this feeling that I have about sky diving and give it to everyone. IT IS THE BEST! Natalie mcElwee <pmint_patty@hotmail.com> Ramstein Air Bse, Ramstein Germany - Tuesday, August 04, 1998 at 4:26:21 AM (MDT) Hi i just wanted to say thanks for the info. skydiving is one of the many goals on my "adventure" list. i can't wait to soar through the sky. thanks Heather Heather Taylor <redrabbet@hotmail.com> Baton Rouge, Louisiana USA - Monday, August 03, 1998 at 9:28:31 PM (MDT) I did my first static line, actually first two jumps, last summer. It was the best rush I have ever had. I have a couple of more jumps before I go to free fall, I wish I could skip right to it. I want to get some experience on my belt and then take my snowboard to the sky. Your page is awesome....seeing some of those pictures gave me goose bumps. I can't wait to go back. Tarik Labib <t.labib@popmail.csuohio.edu> Cleveland, Ohio United States - Thursday, July 30, 1998 at 12:35:27 PM (MDT) hey guys, if anyone would like there storys told in the way of a magizine that will be distrubiuted all over Adelaide in Australia I would love to hear from you! any photo's that you would like to send, any profiles on yourself, jokes what ever we would LOVE. if you got anymore questions about the mag please EMAIL ME today thanks jade no name given aberfoyle park, adelaide australia - Tuesday, July 28, 1998 at 8:19:20 PM (MDT) hey, thanks for all your great information and pics! I am in the middle of making a magizine in Australia Adelaide named: Getittogether its all about youth and the sports associated with youth culture. But like you we need people to help us to write stuff/articles. We haven't as yet got anying on skydiving and would love an article from you! if you want anymore info about the mag or just have a question please E-mail me XXXXXxXXXxxxxxxX jade <jadebrook@hotmail.com> aberfoyle park, adelaide australia - Tuesday, July 28, 1998 at 8:08:06 PM (MDT) Thanks to the good ole' U.S. Army, I got to jump through "Italian" skies, since I did my first tandem In Verona, the literary home of Romeo and Juliet! I thought my goal of 12 years would then be sated, but fortunately I caught the bug and can't wait to do my first solo! To those of you still contemplating, stop thinking and start jumping! Rachel Bromley <rayray2013@aol.com> Austin, TX USA - Sunday, July 19, 1998 at 11:44:23 PM (MDT) I have skydived before. My first jump was on January 14, 1996 at around 11am,(I jumped out of Hemet Ca) it is the greatest thing I've ever done for myself. It was a tandem jump,I was not afraid at all I loved it I enjoy it so much that I went back in Febuary in Florida (Skydive Miami) this is where the movie "Drop Zone" was filmed, there I had the chance to do another tandem with some guys from South Africa, I forgot their names, they said that the year before then, they had won 5th place in the World Compenticions of formation dive. Later that year (June) I was in Las Vegas and I did it a third time and again I loved it and it's so weird because I've never felt fear at all not a single drop of fear. I plan to go for my fourth jump anytime in August. It's kind of expensive (I must have a video other wise my friends don't believe me: I guess because they don't have the guts to do something like this and I do.) I think everybody should do a freefall at least once in their lives, then they'll really know what living is all about! Xenia Almendarez <xenia101@hotmail.com OR xenia@mindspring.com> Tustin , California U.S.A - Thursday, July 16, 1998 at 11:21:13 AM (MDT) Hey fellow divers! I'm 17 and have recently fulfilled my life-long dream of sky diving. There's not much to say that hasn't already been said other than this: We are all united by something so special and so unique. You can call it a sense of adventure that surpasses fear, or you can call it a yearning in our souls to defy all the limits that have been set. But it means a lot to know that there are people out there who have a passion to live life to the extremes. So thanx to all you divers out there for living your dreams and encouraging others to share in the experience. We've all been so lucky to get a taste of the freedom that so few other people will ever encounter. Blue skies to all of you ... forever! P.S. Rememeber ... the skie's no longer the limit, it's time to reach for the stars! Nicole <Luds@iafrica.com> Durban, South Africa - Wednesday, July 08, 1998 at 7:37:38 AM (MDT) I have enjoyed perusing your website! We at Charlotte Outdoor Adventures in North Carolina are the epitome of "fun and adventure!" We skydive, hang glide, hike, bike, kayak, whitewater raft, and anything that pertains to outdoor activities. Your elaboration on living life to the fullest are our sentiments exactly! Charlotte Outdoor Adventures is a free group and we would love to have you and anyone else as a member to join us on excursions if you're ever in the NC vicinity! Check out our website at www.choa.com , if you fill out the membership form, you will receive weekly e-mails from our webmaster detailing upcoming events and recapping prior ones. Thank you for your insight into the best way to enjoy life! Shannon <shancsi@aol.com> Charlotte, NC USA - Sunday, July 05, 1998 at 3:22:58 PM (MDT) I made my first Tandem Skydive on June 28, 1998 at Oklahoma Skydiving Center. It was AWESOME! Mere words won't ever describe that feeling. I went with my husband and had to watch him jump first which was kinda scary. Needless to say, I am a convert! I walk watching the skies and my friends are gonna kill me if I say the word "Skydiving" again. I am planning on going soon to do my first solo jump. I want to get to the point where I can free fall alone. Anyway, this is an awesome website. I'm glad I found it! Gabriela <Toepfer@flash.net> Oklahoma City, Oklahoma USA - Wednesday, July 01, 1998 at 6:49:06 AM (MDT) August 2,1997. A Day I will never forget. I did my first tandem jump, and I will never be the same!!! It was such a rush!!!! I love telling people what I did, and I remind myself often that if I can jump from a plane, I can do anything. I can't wait to go again. Christina DuGuay <CDuguay@AOL.com> Reading, PA USA - Saturday, June 27, 1998 at 10:30:49 PM (MDT) Wanted to say I made my first skydive last Saturday. The experience definently changed my life. I will go again. Also, I was wondering about bungee jumping. Does anyone know how it compares to skydiving? It's hard to imagine anything as awesome as jumping out of a plane, but I'd still like to try bungee. Kyle B <Tom-cat@m-spring.com> Baton Rouge, LA USA - Saturday, June 27, 1998 at 10:22:38 AM (MDT) This summer this is 8. august to 13 august I will come to Los Angeles and I would like to go on sky diving and I would like to know the address or e-mail of LA area Ales REPNIK <ales@polzela.si> Celje, SLOVENIJA - Tuesday, June 23, 1998 at 6:20:14 AM (MDT) Two weeks ago my wife and I went Skydiving for our 10 year anniversary. What a way to celebrate! We had been planning to go for years now but we were in an automobile accident where she got severe whiplash and could not go. The following year I messed up my knees and it was very painful just to walk. That didn't stop us from finally acheiving our dream. I went through the AFF course and she was there all day long with me to give me support. She wanted to Tandem her first time out so we had to go back the following day to be able to make our first jump together. The staff at the DZ did a wonderful job at coordinating the Videographers, Jumpmasters and us being on the same plane. The people were the best. I will never be able to thank them enough for our FIRST jump a major sucess. It was the most exhilarating time in my life to date. I am currently working towards my A license and my wife is going to her AFF classes in the next few weeks. My only regret is that I waited until I was 40 years old to take up this most wonderful sport. So many Blue Skies under the bridge. I look at life in a whole new aspect now and I plan on continuing in the sport until all I can do is inspire others to take that first step because I know that their lives will be changed forever. Thank You for your time. Steve Novotny <Novotny2@mci2000.com> Katy, Texas United States - Monday, June 22, 1998 at 10:49:59 PM (MDT) I am have been thinking of going skydiving for as long as I can remember, but there never seemed to be enough information out there for me to access. I currently attend UVA and I wanted to find a DZ that was close and worth it. Who knows, in a couple of months you might be getting visitors from UVA ready and willing to take the ultimate jump. Thanks for the information. April Perera <april_shine@yahoo.com> Charlottesville, VA - Monday, June 22, 1998 at 12:58:20 PM (MDT) First off I want to say what a great page you have here. I found it very interesting. Yesterday 06/20/98, I did my first skydive. I've always wanted to, but never got around to it. Then I met someone who lives in Daytona Beach, FL (Mat) and went to visit him for the weekend. He loves the air and is a pilot and skydiver, and he decided that we were going to go jump, his treat. I was really nervous about the whole thing at first, but when we got there (Skydive DeLand) and I started talking to the people I relaxed a little more. I was doing a tandem, and we were signing the manifest and waiting for the plane to come back. While waiting I was amazed at how friendly and layed back everyone was. I met with the guy I was going to jump with (Pedro), and he got me all suited up and told me about the body position. The plane still hadn't come back, and my nervousness slowly started creeping back. I was afraid that if we didn't go soon I would wimp out. Pedro came outside all suited up and said the plane was about to land and that we should go wait for it. Everyone on the manifest was waiting, and they were all joking with me about the jump, and the plane finally landed. We all got on the plane, I think it was twin otter, and we took off. I started to relax again once we were in the air. Mat was trying to get me to relax, and next thing I know the doors open, and people are just flying out of the plane. Finally it was my turn, the thing I liked about the tandem was that I wasn't really the one jumping, Pedro was. If I had to jump I don't know if I could actually do it. 1..2...3 We were out of the plane. At first my stomach went up into my chest, and just as soon as it went it came back. I got the shoulder tap, arms went out. I screamed all the way down. It was so exhilerating. Then Pedro opened the parachute, and it was like we just stopped in mid-air. At first I was scared, because I dropped lower than where he was at, and I thought I would fall. I adjusted the leg part of the harness so I sitting, and just looked around. It was such a beautiful sight. Then we got to spin aroud in spirals and all that fun stuff. I wish it had lasted longer, next thing I knew it was time to land. I almost went again right after that jump but it was too expensive, and they had to close anyway because of all the wildfires around. Instead I asked how much the AFF course was, and I'll hopefully be doing that by the end of next month! I can't wait until then. When I do that I'll let everyone know! Blue skies till then! Jessica Stark <robstark@siservices.net> Spring Hill, FL USA - Monday, June 22, 1998 at 1:31:29 AM (MDT) I loved reading the jump logs, I've jumped only once (static line)but will jump many more times. Looking forward to AFF. I get my training at SKYDIVE SUFFOLK Keri Wehmeyer <kwehmeyer6@hotmail.com> Va Beach, VA USA - Saturday, June 06, 1998 at 11:52:03 AM (MDT) Visit: The BASE Board The Parachute Classified The BASE Mailer The BASE FAQ The BASE Chat http://www.websolution.com The Parachute Auction <p@websolution.com> - Friday, June 05, 1998 at 11:39:46 PM (MDT) No story here...yet. I'm going skydiving tomorrow. I just graduated from college at age 23 and will be doing a tandem jump from 10,000 feet near Vinton, Iowa with two friends. I just spent a while reading stories and comments from others on this page. Now I'm pumped to go! A few of the stories got the butterflies going already...can't wait! I'll have to check-in again with some post-dive remarks later. Emily Keehner <keehneremilyl@waterloo.deere.com> Monona, Iowa USA - Friday, June 05, 1998 at 1:28:09 PM (MDT) I'm looking up info about Skydiving. Thanks for the info, it's really a great site Rivano Utomo <rivano@cbn.net.id> Jakarta, Indonesia - Tuesday, June 02, 1998 at 1:54:40 AM (MDT) Enjoyed your site about all the adventures but really wish you could have one (a different one, wouldn't want to take away from this one) for the senior citizens over 60. Skydiving and white water rafting just doesn't work with a lot of us especially if your handicapped like me. However there are a lot of older folks who never have been on a cruise. Tell them how relaxing and wonderful they are and my last one I tried snorkling, it was great. Would like info on Dude ranches etc for us older folks. Thanks for listening. DEEMARLOW Jacksonville, Florida USA - Monday, June 01, 1998 at 7:42:37 AM (MDT) hi carl peace, luv and happiness. head intact then adventures thousand is an old indian saying. may the x-sport guys always have safety on their mind. i paraglide. just started. 10 flights not more than 3 minutes at the max. but free flying is it. what is life if you can't fly with eagle and swim with the dolphin. the season is over here. will start again i winter. unlike europe we can fly for over 8 months of the year in some places. i am seriuosly interested in mountain biking. but don't know abc. so need some info. great if you can help. luv achu achu <achutank@hotmail.com> bombay, maharashtra india - Monday, June 01, 1998 at 4:39:55 AM (MDT) I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO TRYING SKY DIVING. I WAS JUST WONDERING IF THERE WAS ANY INFORMATION YOU HAD ON SCHOOLS IN MICHIGAN. I AM ONLY 18 YEARS OLD, BUT I THINK I WOULD LOVE THIS IF I COULD JUST GET MYSELF OUT OF THE PLANE. I THINK I WOULD LIKE TO DO IT ONCE (BECAUSE OF COST) AND PROBABLY WITH SOMEONE JUMPING WITH ME. DO I STILL HAVE TO GO TO A SCHOOL AND GO THROUGH LEVELS? KATIE LYNCH WEST BLOOMFIELD, MICHIGAN USA - Saturday, May 23, 1998 at 9:34:03 AM (MDT) From reading the stories about the skydiving jumps, I'm going to most definatly go for it. The thought had been on my mind but I'm graduating from High-Tech Institue (Phoenix, AZ) Sept-98 and a couple of my friends are comming down from Fresno, CA (my home town). So I'm going to show them a good actually a great time since last time they visited it really sucked. But now I'm letting them go home with a story to tell. IT'S GOING TO BE GREAT!!!! See Keonammavong <335@excitemail.com> Phoenix, Arizona United States of America - Wednesday, May 13, 1998 at 4:56:47 PM (MDT) My first jump was when i was 16yrs. old. and now I'm 18. Skydive every summer. If i had more money I would do it everyday!! I'm going to get a tattoo, and i can't find any cool looking skydiving pictures or sayings. If you could please help me I would really appreciate it. Thank you for taking the time to read this!!! Christina Christina Unkefer <cunkefer@1st.net> Toronto, Ohio US of A - Wednesday, May 13, 1998 at 2:33:52 PM (MDT) I woul like to know where the best paintball is and where to get some better stuff like masks, guns, ect.... LOCI <RALLDRIDGE@TECH.LHS.DAVIS.K12.UT.US> layton, utah u.s.a. - Thursday, April 30, 1998 at 12:18:10 PM (MDT) On April 18 I made my first tandum jump ever. I felt such a rush. I think I am adicted to this. Soon and Godwillingly I'll do my frist static line jump. I think this is going to be awsome. I hope not to puke!! Yes, I did during the last 500 feet before landing. I guess a got a heck of a ground rush. But there are worst things than that, and besides this did not stop me, I WANT TO DO IT AGAIN!! I trully admire all of you guys and galls that have been doing this. Blue skies to you all!! Gretchen Medina <Gretchen_Medina@mail.okbu.edu> Shawnee, Oklahoma United States - Wednesday, April 29, 1998 at 4:59:51 PM (MDT) I caught a link to your site from another skydiving site. I was realy impressed with the information and story content, especially on first time jumping. I have since sent links to this site for several of my friends who are now considering skydiving. This information really helps me convince them that their feelings and fears are normal. Of course after that first jump the fears don't matter, just how fast can you get back on a plane for your second jump! I will be visiting here frequently for updates and new stories. Blue Skies! Jon Orsatti Jon Orsatti <orsatti@ibm.net> Las Vegas, NV USA - Monday, April 20, 1998 at 3:32:40 PM (MDT) I like the idea of your slideshow, very well done. My web page is developing a site for investors in the oil business. I am now trying to html some slides into the page. What software, did you use, if any? By the way, I USED to skydive (free-fall after 14 statics, rock climb (now I enjoy 'bouldering'), scuba (I blew out my left ear drum chasing a goldfish while snorkling), and have ridden in national aerobatic stunt plane completing 3 rounds of competition exercises, ( took three days to equalize my senses!) Your site is very good about reminding people that FEAR is GOOD - without it we would just meander through life disregarding safety. That is how to enjoy the 'A' type lifestyle, for without fear comes carelessness, then a quiet grassy basement apartment.) donnie hall don hall <drhall@iglou.com> Lexington, KY USA - Monday, April 20, 1998 at 2:21:58 PM (MDT) I am from Birmingham, Al and I recently went skydiving. My first jump had to be tandem, but I have some really cool pictures. I also have some cool pictures from a backpacking trip I took in New Mexico. I love outdoor adventures and I think your website is neat. I do alot of white water rafting and hiking. I am looking in to continue skydiving and I thought maybe you could give me some suggestions on how to buy a suit and parachute of my own. Write back if you can. Natalie <jonesna@mail.auburn.edu> Birmingham, Alabama USA - Sunday, April 19, 1998 at 5:20:15 PM (MDT) I'm digging up info about skydiving for a report, and because I want to get into the sport. Thanks for all the info, it helped in the report, and helping to decide to get into skydiving! Jeremy Mathy <jjmathy@alpha.delta.edu> Linwood, MI USA - Wednesday, April 15, 1998 at 2:30:16 PM (MDT) I own an Adventure Tour company based out of Calgary, Alberta,Canada and I seem to be having a bit of trouble locating other canadian based tour companies on your site. If you need advise on which companies are worth it, and which ones are not, I may be able to offer you a hand with this. I like to try out diffrent tour companies and I have some positive and negative info for you if needed. Quick story: Sky Diving in Arthor, Ontario. Canada For a company that bosts the history that they do I would strongly advise against anyone who is interested in this sport to dive from this shool. With an average of 1-3 people being sent to the hospital each day of opperation (No Joke) Me being one with a 5 part multiple fracture requiring reconstructive bone sergery because my jump master "Forgot" to check my static line to see if it was free of my arm or not. On the other side of things our large competiter based out of forester falls, Ontario called "Winderness Tours" is an amazing ride for white water Trekers. With a built in resteraunt and bar, store and bunge site there almost tough to beat! Chris Wright <gethsemane_inc@msn.com> Calgary, Alberta Canada - Tuesday, April 14, 1998 at 12:20:58 AM (MDT) I'm a 28 year old grad student at the University of Arizona. I recently moved here from Ohio and am having a difficult time meeting people with similar interests (Mainly because I spend most of my time studying and my fiance spendss most of her time working nights as an ICU nurse). I (We) are looking for friends in the Tucson, Southern AZ, or Southern CA area interested in backpacking, mountain biking, scuba diving, hiking, and adventure vacations (esp. to Mexico/Baja). A rudimentary knowledge of Spanish would also be nice (for any trips south of the border) because my vocabulary is limited to about 30 words. I've done some parachuting, but it was all military-styIe, static-line parachuting when I was in the Army. also do quite a bit of (slow) running and am searching for a training partner for the Tucson Marathon/Half-Marathon next December. Finally, I am very, very, very, interested in putting together a team for one of the "mini" Eco Challenge races being held in CA, UT, OR, WA, And BC this summer. Drop me a line if any of this sounds interesting... All messages will receive a response. My address is: mdsmith@u.arizona.edu mike smith <mdsmith@u.arizona.edu> Tucson, AZ USA - Sunday, April 12, 1998 at 5:50:25 AM (MDT) Hi there! On your list I missed Travelling... Join me here in Surinam, South America for peace and harmony in the Amazone Jungle...Adventure Guaranteed!! I hope to get some reactions... Peace and Love, Marie marie de Vries <mhdevries@hotmail.com> Paramaribo, Surinam - Sunday, April 12, 1998 at 5:41:04 AM (MDT) Cool site. Maybe mine will be like this one day. I've only spent 2 days on it. Keep up the good work. Blue skies and wet rivers Si Gair Simon Gair <sigair@globalnet.co.uk> Manchester, Lancashire England - Friday, April 10, 1998 at 8:13:52 AM (MDT) This post is in reply to Hannah's post below: Hi Hannah, I just read your post and can understand your plight. Fear is something that gets in our way and can be very difficult to overcome. Unfortunately, I think everyone needs to come up with their own way to defeat the fear in their lives. However, maybe I can help a little. Why don't you think about the following questions and see if they help you determine a possible course of action. 1. Of what are you afraid? Don't say, "skydiving." What about skydiving frightens you? Is it the fear of possible death? Is it the plunge from the plane? I think it is important to know what is behind our fear. 2. If you were to skydive again, do you believe you would do everything in your power to prevent whatever it is that you fear? 3. If you were to skydive again, what exactly would you do to prevent that which you fear? Figure out every step you would take. Think about each possible outcome and how you would affect that outcome. 4. If you took all of the precautions mentioned in #3, what are the chances that you would suffer the fate that causes your fright? 5. Do you believe the risk is worth the benefit? 6. Do you still feel that skydiving is something you should do? If after answering these questions you still feel the need to talk, don't hesitate to send me email or post another message in my guestbook. I'm willing to help however I can. I just wish I had a magic formula to give you. Ah well... Life is sometimes a struggle, but sometimes it is the struggle itself that defines the value of our accomplishments. Good luck, -- Carl Carl P. E. dos Santos <carl@adventureliving.com> Malden, MA USA - Tuesday, April 07, 1998 at 12:12:44 AM (MDT) Hello, I have a few skydives under my belt, including one tandem. The tandem was my first, then I advanced to static lines. Skydiving has always intrigued me. But after 6 static line jumps, I really became nervous, nervous to the point of not being able to even go to the DZ. I realize a certain amount of fear has been instilled in us as humans to protect us. But my fear is keeping me from enjoying a sport which I truly love. When I spend time at the DZ not intending to jump for the day, I can't get enough of the excitement, I want to jump, but when it comes down to doing it, I chicken out. My friends at the DZ are very understanding and encouraging, but I can't get rid of the butterflys, or get them, as the quote goes, "to fly in formation" I want to overcome my fear and enjoy the sport of skydiving, but how do I do it? If anyone has any advise, I would appreciate it. Thank you for your time, Hannah. Hannah <laj4@tiger.uofs.edu> PA - Monday, April 06, 1998 at 11:28:11 PM (MDT) Ah Yes! ADVENTURE!!! I have spent most of my life on an adventure. Mostly Cowboyin', Racehorse riding, & Scuba-Diving. For a long time now I have been trying to encourage friends, & strangers alike to also participate in some of this exciting lifestyle, but to no avail. Maybe, at this site I will be able to meet other people like me who have the passion for an "Adrenaline Rush" BUT NOT a death wish. Please view my site for a begnning: www.angelfire.com/biz/SplashSealServices or E-Mail George fischer@sedona.net George Fischer <fischer@sedona.net> Sedona, Arizona USA - Friday, April 03, 1998 at 4:37:40 PM (MST) Like your writeing about skydiveing; i am a D lic. holder but have not jumped since 1970 have 2163jumps sorry D1067 am a member of POPS would like to jump a squd. chute all my jumps are on round canpony 600 on PC. Was a member ; pilot rigger inst,with the Charlotte Skydivers for 14 years ;prior to that worked with a couple of airshowes in the area ;started jumping in 1955 from a Sterman which i did wing rideing on. THANKS DOODLE BROWN D 1067 DOODLE BROWN <Dayflight2@aol.com> Davidson, North Carolina USA - Wednesday, April 01, 1998 at 8:47:16 PM (MST) Referred to this site by my good friend and skydiving compadre, Charles Leeuwenburg. You guys really did a nice job on this site. I used to jump at Adrenalin Adventures in Wallace, NC (back when I lived in North Myrtle Beach, SC), but now reside close to Washington, D.C., in Falls Church, VA. I've been to several drop zones in the area, and am still searching for one to call "home". Keep up the good work and the great publicity for the sport. Blue skies to all. Mike Mike Shepard <mike_shepard@frontier.corp.com> Falls Church, VA USA - Tuesday, March 31, 1998 at 8:57:26 AM (MST) I went skydiving for the first time the 28th of march. Now I know why you guys all look so happy all the time. The smile still hasn't faded. Blue Skies. Evan <Dinkyzoom@primary.net> St. Louis, Mo. USA - Monday, March 30, 1998 at 7:38:09 PM (MST) YOUR PAGE IS AWSOME AND I LOVE IT! BOB <@ESU11.K12.NE.US> Holdrege, NE Phelps - Monday, March 30, 1998 at 7:10:59 AM (MST) Hi there everyone. I went White Water Rafting in W. Virgina a few years ago. It took a lot of guts for me to go,but I did and I am noot regreting any bit of it! I loved going w.w.rafting, it was so much fun! If you haven't gone, make sure you include this in your things to do in your lifetime!! You will not regret it. Jessica Plentz <JLPlentz@owens.cc.oh.us> Perrsburg, Ohio USA - Sunday, March 29, 1998 at 10:51:31 AM (MST) Hi! Your homepage is really great...but...PLEASE more such wonderful pictures. I really love skydiving and I love airplanes, too. This weekend Ill jump in Kalajoki (Finland) and I really look forward to it! BLUE SKIES FOR ALL OF YOU!!!!! :) anso Jakobstad, Västra Finlands Län Finland - Thursday, March 26, 1998 at 12:20:01 AM (MST) Hi Fellow Skydivers: I have only jumped 6 times and I love it! It is something I would like to do everyday. The first time--when they open the door of the plane at 13,500ft.--I couldn't breathe and my heart was pounding in my throat---I jumped and never felt so alive! Falling at 125mph, hearing nothing but the rush of air, feeling the pressure of the air agaist my body, it was the most exhilarating feeling I have every experienced! Time to pull chute---quiet and the feeling of floating, I never wanted to come down. I want to get my Aff, then I can go on my own and who knows, I might even start competing or teaching the sport myself. I am interested in All Women Formation teams ie: 4-way formation teams/all women. Anyone involed in this sport and can tell me more about it or your own experiences with the sports. Please contact me. Blue Skies.......TG E-Mail: TGrif74556@aol.com Suzanne <TGrif74556@aol.com> Santa Clarita, CA LAI - Thursday, March 26, 1998 at 12:14:04 AM (MST) "Far better it is to dare mighty things, to win glorious triumphs, even though checkered by failure, than to rank with those poor spirits who nither enjoy much nor suffer much because they live in grey twilight that knows not victory nor defeat" Theodor Roosevelt Love your page, Blue Skies, Orange Carl Gallagher <orangesky@ntr.net> Concord, Ca. U.S.A. - Wednesday, March 25, 1998 at 8:22:28 PM (MST) Hi Carl! Just wanted to say that I think it's terrific that you've decided to live your life to the fullest. I hope that you return to the sky once your arm is back in top shape. Maybe we'll meet up and play in the sky together some day. Aloha, blue skies, and God bless, Cat Cathy Kawada <catnmouse7@hotmail.com> Honolulu, HI USA - Tuesday, March 24, 1998 at 11:10:03 PM (MST) >>> FREE Parachute Classified <<< The BASE Classified http://www.websolution.com/base/classified/index.shtml The BASE Classified <base@websolution.com> Sacramento, CA USA - Tuesday, March 24, 1998 at 4:22:34 PM (MST) I am going to Cancun on April 9th for four days and I need suggestions on some adventurous stuff to do there from someone who has been there. I have already looked into skydiving options, and have found out that there is a place about a half hour south of Cancun. I want to do as much as I can in those four days. Any suggestions????????? Please email me ! Thanks! Susan <suzyskydve@aol.com> Chicago, Illinois United States - Monday, March 23, 1998 at 6:21:34 PM (MST) Hi..I found your web address in my newspaper along with some others. I'm a senior cit. and as such, fairly new to the world of computers and I enjoy checking out the diff. sites. Yours is very nice. My biggest adventure has been taking up kayaking at the age of 56(a couple? of years ago).No, not whitewater,just flatwater. We live near a big lake with an 800 mile shoreline so there's plenty of places to paddle. I would recommend this to anyone as a wonderful stress-buster, good exercise,and if you paddle up into the coves, away from the motorboats and jet skis,there's peace,quiet and lovely solitude.I use a Keowee kayak,weighs about 35lbs. and I can get it on and off my car myself,which is good. I do most of my paddling alone,just because I enjoy it that way. sue <sosoyars@yahoo.com> south hill, va usa - Thursday, March 19, 1998 at 9:27:53 PM (MST) This post is in reply to Tara's post below. Tara, that is a decision you will have to make for yourself. I fully understand your dilemma, but it isn't my place to give you advice one way or the other. Having said that, maybe I can give you a little bit of information that will help you make your decision. Skydiving is a dangerous sport. Accidents can happen. However, if you look at all the skydiving accidents you will see some interesting trends. The vast majority of skydiving deaths are caused by human error or plane crashes. While some accidents start because of a malfunction those divers usually would have survived if they followed the rules and used the proper equipment. Most skydivers who triple check their equipment, follow the rules, use the proper equipment, and drill every dive live a long life. Most skydivers who die were using bad equipment, doing something stupid, or not reacting properly to the situation. I firmly believe that anyone who has ever wanted to skydive should absolutely try it. However, you must make that decision fully aware of the facts. You must consider the risk and figure out if the potential benefit is worth the risk. I am sorry I can't give you any more help than that, but this is a difficult question to answer. If you still have trouble making your choice, maybe you should start with something a little less dangerous. Good luck making your choice. Carl P. E. dos Santos <carl@adventureliving.com> Malden, MA USA - Thursday, March 19, 1998 at 8:48:56 PM (MST) I am an 18 year old female and I work for one of the top six accounting firms in the world. A couple of people that I work with go sky diving almost every weekend and lately I've been very curious about going, but I'm afraid that something is going to happen to me. Maybe you can write to me and tell me what I should do because I can't make up my mind. I'm afraid but I also like to take risks although I don't want to lose my life. Thanks, Tara Tara L Pirnat <tpirnat@kpmg.com> Hawthorne, New York USA - Thursday, March 19, 1998 at 1:35:58 PM (MST) I really like Adventure Living - I stumbled upon it by accident one day was very impressed. The thing that I really like about it is the fact that it is a moderated page. I used to read the skydiving newsgroup but there since it is unmoderated, there is a lot of unuseful silliness that you have to sift through. This is definately not the case here. I am looking forward to getting to know all you regulars here (and even the irregulars). I live on the Coast of North Carolina where the wreck diving is fantastic - if any of you are coming this way and need some local knowledge, please don't hesitate to contact me. Charles Leeuwenburg Charles Leeuwenburg <cyborg@starfishnet.com> Morehead City, NC USA - Thursday, March 19, 1998 at 6:09:25 AM (MST) I just wanted to let you know that your web site was the most technically beautiful I have seen since I started my relationship with the internet just over a year ago. I have a cable modem, so I am used to fast loading images, but you slide show is something I have never seen before - boy! was I impressed! I am not much of an adventurist (I did parasail once in Mexico - does that count?) I am actually a couch potato, but your web site almost made me want to take up the sports you show. Bravo for a job extremely well done. Sam I am (me). Sam <Samiamme@yahoo.com> Calgary, Alberta Canada - Wednesday, March 11, 1998 at 6:24:54 PM (MST) I am a 19 year old high school senior who is graduating in a couple of months. I am planning to hike the Appalachian trail in april of next year...I don't have any help from my family, nor do I have a lot of money from work, etc. I am looking for any kind of help anybody is willing to offer, Whether it is in the form of a donation, used equipment, a helping hand along the way, or even a good luck. I will never forget those who have helped me... my mailing address is PO BOX 2094 SEABROOK, NH 03874 USA. or contact me at graywlfe@tiac.net THANK YOU Nathan (graywolf) Knowles <graywlfe@tiac.net> Seabrook, New Hampshire USA - Tuesday, March 10, 1998 at 10:25:29 PM (MST) I am a student at the University of Southampton and as part of my course the group has been asked to analse and trace the development of an adventure sport from the beginning to the present day. I was wondering if you could e-mail me some information on either Bungee Jumping or Scuba diving as these sports interest me. If you have any ideas then they would be more than welcome.If you can help it would be very much appreciated. Hope to hear from you soon. Rich Evans. Rich Evans <re160@soton.ac.uk> Southampton., Hampshire. England - Tuesday, March 10, 1998 at 11:52:12 AM (MST) This Is a great web site. I to made my first Instructor Assisted Deployment skydive on 11/22/97 and have made three more since then and looking forward to my first freefall for longer than five seconds. I probably will never get use to that first step out of the plane but the thrill out weighs the fear. Skydiving will be something I do from now on. Keep up the good work on this site. Billy Hawkins <BHawk10615@aol.com> Oklahoma City, Oklahoma USA - Sunday, March 08, 1998 at 9:34:20 AM (MST) Great site . Good work. Loved everything . Shawkat <srahman1@nycap.rr.com> Albany, ny usa - Thursday, March 05, 1998 at 8:53:49 PM (MST) As I looked at your x.ray I reconcidered taking Tony to Austria with me. Yes the guilty one is standing next to me right now and I may never tell him how to get to Austria at least when I'm down there John <me_jk_klein@MSN.COM> - Thursday, March 05, 1998 at 1:02:26 AM (MST) I'm feel great about this web. I'm skydiver and need contact with the others. And one day I hope all of you join us in Indonesia to make a great jump together. see all of you , the skydivers...... lungit triwerdani <lungit@hotmail.com> jakarta, indonesia indonesia - Wednesday, March 04, 1998 at 9:27:25 PM (MST) Great sight, loved every minute. Keep up the good work Kate <krwmgw@swva.net> Narrows, VA USA - Friday, February 27, 1998 at 3:42:11 PM (MST) GREAT STORIES ABOUT EACH LEVEL OF AFF!!!! I DID A TANDEM JUMP IN OCTOBER 1997 & LOVED IT!!! I WAS SMILING FOR DAYS! WHEN THE WEATHER WARMS UP THIS YEAR I WOULD LIKE TO START AFF TRAINING - YOUR JOURNAL MAKES ME WANT TO START NOW! WAHT A GREAT FEELING I GOT FROM THE WHOLE EXPERIENCE - I'M HOOKED! WHEN I DO MY FIRST AFF I'LL BE SURE TO LET YOU KNOW HOW IT GOES! thanks for sharing!!! danielle green <gingko@inna.net> newport news, va usa - Monday, February 23, 1998 at 7:01:22 PM (MST) The site is real informative. I've done static line jumps before but never ski diving. I will be doing a tandem next week , so trying to find out as much info as I can before the jump. Garey <kokhui@compuserve.com> Philadelphia, PA USA - Saturday, February 21, 1998 at 11:38:07 PM (MST) I am doing a Senior Project on Sky diving, but because of the age requirement I will not be able to accually do the jump untill 6 days after graduation! Can anybody send me any kind of helpful info or words of advice that I could include in my project? Thanks. jen <72899@napahigh.napanet.net> Napa, CA USA - Friday, February 20, 1998 at 12:12:45 PM (MST) All I have to say is..... BLUE SKIES, RED EYES & SORE THIGHS! p.s. Great web site! Renate Di Noia Air Adventures West Taft,Ca <SkyGrly@aol.com> La Crescenta , California USA! - Sunday, February 15, 1998 at 6:13:24 PM (MST) I'M NEW TO THE NORTH CAROLINA AREA AND LOOKING FOR GROUPS THAT ENJOY: HIKING, WHITEWATER & SAILING. ANY GROUPS FROM THE WILMINGTON AREA PLEASE CONTACT ME WITH UPCOMING EVENTS. MANY THANKS P.S. MYRTLE BEACH, SC. GROUPS, PLEASE PASS ALONG YOUR INFO. TOO ! CHER <SUNSETS@NCCOAST.NET> SUNSET BEACH, NC U.S.A. - Monday, February 09, 1998 at 5:17:56 PM (MST) I would just like to say I'm twelve and skydiving is totally my dream. I think it's way cool that you done it three times solo. I plan to skydive as soon as it's legal for me and hope I will have awsome experiences like you. no name given ont, canada - Sunday, February 08, 1998 at 4:55:43 PM (MST) It was a awsome experience. The web page is great, I love it!!!!!! Jerry <montanah@u.washington.edu> Seattle, washington U.S.A - Saturday, February 07, 1998 at 5:46:57 PM (MST) In response to Andrew's post below: The medical requirements are fairly simple. You can't have a bad heart, or anything that may cause you to go unconsious when exposed to high levels of stress. You have to be able to see, but glasses are fine. (I imagine there is probably a drop zone somewhere that helps blind people skydive.) If you intend to try anything other than a tandem skydive, you will need to be able to use both arms and both legs. (Once again, I imagine there is a drop zone somewhere that works with people missing legs or arms.) I suggest you read the section of my site titled "Learning to Skydive." All the answers are there. Also, on the page "Cost of Skydiving" in the "Learning to Skydive" section, there is a link to the World DZ Price List. That list contains contact information for most of the drop zones anywhere in the world. It is a good place to find drop zones near you. --------------------- In response to Suzy's post below: Thanks for your post! Don't ever feel stupid about leaving a post here! Many of my visitors spend hours just reading the posts in my guestbook and love to hear stories from first timers as well as experienced people. I myself enjoy reading all the posts I get. Congrats on your skydives! That's great that you have been able to experience freefall. I know what you mean when you say it was way better than anything you could have imagined. I had pretty much the same reaction. --------------------- In response to Brenda's post below: Ann Pellagrini is the woman who wrote that story about white water rafting in the Grand Canyon on my web site. Unfortunately, the guide on that trip has since retired. However, here are some other sources of information: Grand Canyon Official Tourism Page: http://www.thecanyon.com/ Grand Canyon River Running (The Unofficial Guide to the Colorado River in the Grand Canyon) http://www.azstarnet.com/grandcanyonriver/ GORP - Great Outdoor Recreation Pages http://www.gorp.com/ The Ultimate Arizona Vacation Guide http://webcreationsetc.com/Azguide/ Good luck! --------------------- In response to *Z*'s post below: Check the World Drop Zone Price List at: http://www-leland.stanford.edu/~eap/prices.html They list most of the drop zones anywhere in the world. --------------------- In response to Joe's post below: I imagine you have already turned in the homework assignment, but just in case, here are the answers. Terminal velocity varies depending on the weight, size, and position of the skydiver's body, jump suit, and parachute. However, an average would be between 110-120 miles per hour in a stable "arch" position. If the skydiver fell head first and kept their body stright, they could achive between 180-200 miles per hour. In 1960 Capt. Joeseph W. Kittinger, Jr., USAF, set the world records for fastest terminal velocity and longest freefall when he leaped from a balloon at 102,000 feet. He was wearing an oxygen suit that looked similar to today's space suits. He had a small 6' parachute trailing behind him to keep his body stable. During the 4 1/2 minutes it took for him to fall to 18,000 feet, he attained a terminal velocity of 702 miles per hour. Carl P. E. dos Santos <carl@adventureliving.com> Malden, MA USA - Thursday, February 05, 1998 at 7:47:11 PM (MST) I am very interested in learning more about the art of skydiving. Your web site is impressive and informative. I live in the southern New York area (Long Island, NYC) and was wondering if they're any skydiving sites around my area? Do you know what the approximate cost is for lessons? Are there any medical requirements (i.e. eyesight, etc..)? Is it true you have to first jump with an instructor before you do it alone? I would appreciate any information and contacts you can provide me about skydiving. I look forward to hearing from you. Andrew H. Andrew Heller <moncapitan@hotmail.com> Valley Stream, NY USA - Thursday, February 05, 1998 at 10:34:33 AM (MST) Hello, I wasn't going to leave a comment because I felt stupid seeing as I've only just started skydiving, but loads of you have said you like to hear from "first timers" so here goes... I did my first jump (static line) in Cornwall (Yes, England!) on 19th July 1997, it was cool, but after 3 months of waiting (due to bad weather) it wasn't what I expected because I'd built it up so much. I didn't do my 2nd jump until October (Nottingham) and that was really cool I was so much more aware of what was going on. Anyway I did some dummy pulls, not really sure that I was ever going to make myself do freefall. For a little while I was really lucky with the weather then there was about 2 months when I kept going and the weather was um.. shi... very bad.. I was sick of it. Then, on the 1st February, 1998 I did my last dummy pull and, on the last lift of the day, my first freefall!(gorgeous view). I thought I could imagine what it was going to feel like, from doing static lines, but I was soooo wrong! It was waaay better than anything I could have imagined. Sometimes I wish that I'd already done loads of jumps so I could start learning to do stuff in freefall, but then again I think wow I've got all that, and the stuff before that, to look forward to! Suzy Leigh <leighsj@aston.ac.uk> Birmingham, England - Thursday, February 05, 1998 at 8:58:26 AM (MST) I thought teaching EH (emotionally handicapped) kids was challenging until my best friend decided to jump. I went too! Now teaching is a breeze, and my kids loved that I did something so cool for someone so old ( I'm 26 )!! If there is anything extreme you think the youth of today should know just write!! P.S.I start my AFF courses next month. Thanks, Lisa Lisa Wall <Walll.@manatee.brevard.k12.fl.us> Satellite Beach, Florida US - Thursday, February 05, 1998 at 8:15:05 AM (MST) Do You Know Any Where In SC Where You Can Skydive? Please E-Mail Me Back If You Know! Thanxs For The Time. *Z* <Kingdavy1@aol.com> Spartanburg, South Carolina USA - Wednesday, February 04, 1998 at 5:05:51 PM (MST) Found your Guest Page. It's great. Hope you can help me . I have been white water rafting twice now and want to do it again! I have rafted the Penobscott? river in Maine and the Gauly river in West Virginia. I was thinging the Grand Canyon might be an exciting river, Maybe you know someone who has experienced it and can help me find a great guide company! Brenda Preston <brenda.preston@sympatico.ca> Burlington, Ontario Canada - Wednesday, February 04, 1998 at 4:44:35 PM (MST) SKYDIVING is so awesome! i thought it was totally extreme at first...but geez, it's life as we know it. i went skydiving in cancun and it was just beautiful. if anyone is venturing down there anytime soon, you really should go skydiving. and if anyone has gone down there, e-mail me, let's talk. anyway, this site is really awesome and i got so much info. Thanks much, keri :+) Keri Fisher <0145330@students.aurora.edu> Aurora, IL U.S.A. - Tuesday, February 03, 1998 at 5:23:32 PM (MST) Will you help me with a homework problem? I would like to know what free-fall velocity the average skydiver will reach during a jump, and what the record is for the maximum velocity. Thanks. Joe Mazzochette <jbm@emct.com> Cherry Hill, NJ US - Monday, February 02, 1998 at 3:49:16 PM (MST) Have you ever gone scuba diving in either Roatan, Honduras or Curacao? Awsome. Arlyne arlyne larsen <larsena@dfo-mpo.gc.ca> Vancouver, BC Canada - Monday, February 02, 1998 at 3:12:37 PM (MST) I am 53 learned to skydive 2 yrs.ago my husband is 60 he learned at the same time. It all started when my son and daughter in law took us out to watch them do a tandem. Of course they were not to happy that we decided to learn to skydive. I have about 120 jumps. I also run a manefest on the weekends. We also learned to snow ski about 3 years ago. I guess you can say I am a late blumer. Evi Jones <EJones6644@aol.com> J'ville, AL USA - Tuesday, January 27, 1998 at 9:37:39 AM (MST) The comment below is from one of the guys with whom I went to Costa Rica. His grandmother supplied us with the timeshare we stayed in for most of the trip. Thanks Nathan. Carl P. E. dos Santos <carl@adventureliving.com> Malden, MA USA - Tuesday, January 27, 1998 at 6:07:44 AM (MST) Hi Carl! Costa Rica was awesome. If anyone wanting information on surfing in Costa Rica please feel free to E-Mail me and I will give you the scoop. This summer I will also try to get Carl out on a surf board so he can see what he has been missing, and out in a hang-glider. Chow for now Nate. Nathan H. <Nate1Dina1@Aol.com> Haverhill, Ma USA - Monday, January 26, 1998 at 8:00:29 PM (MST) Howdy, I'm a pilot, who will soon be a flight instructor. I'm wondering if there are any other pilots who are into Adventure flying? I also Scuba Dive and Downhill ski, and Mtn Bike. Dave Edstrom <Dwhite2@maine.rr.com> Portland, Maine usa - Monday, January 19, 1998 at 8:41:08 PM (MST) This is in response to Martin's comment below. If you would like to see other adventure related web sites, check out the page linked to by my name in this comment. Its URL is: http://www.adventureliving.com/home/sotw/index.html Carl P. E. dos Santos <carl@adventureliving.com> Malden, MA USA - Monday, January 19, 1998 at 7:42:18 AM (MST) hola Carl, my name is martin and i live in spain..i'm having a hard time finding extreme sports...can u send me some URL's ....thanx mucho... martin Martin Raftery <mmrafte@aircadiz.net> spain - Sunday, January 18, 1998 at 7:24:19 AM (MST) I'm a kayakist from England.Although I havn't exactly faced death in the face,I've done a few things which I'm quite proud off.I've completed the Devizes to Westminster 125 mile canoe/kayak race when I was 17,3 years ago,which isn't extreme sports but who cares.I recomend the Ardeche Gorge in S.France for a little grade 2-3 and nakedness throughout the gorge!The Liffy in Ireland is the most water I've ever paddled.Our k2 stood up to the weirs,surprisingly!Anyway I'm a puff and most people on this page aren't. love Caroline caroline <eggybread_97@yahoo.com> Newbury, berkshire england - Tuesday, January 13, 1998 at 7:25:23 AM (MST) Went white water rafting in WVa. down the New river gorge and it was a trip I'll never forget .Going back in 98 just let you all know if you have'nt tried it and you get a chance don't pass it up. See Ya Down River Mark Mark Dobrzanski <dob@fred.net> Hagerstown, Maryland Washington - Sunday, January 11, 1998 at 3:24:13 PM (MST) Hi, just wanted to say how nice it is to relive skidiving through everyones eyes again. It has been about 4 years since I was jumping at the Bong airport up in superior wisconson. I did some fantastic jumps from 12 thousand saw some awesome sites from up above. I also got to jump with a hansome teacher, Mark and we did a jump with the guy from the radio station to promote a childrens charity. All and all it was GREAT just like Tony the tiger says. I even learned 2 ways to pack a chute, pro and flat. I still dream flying and hope to do it again. Wonderful web page, thanks for letting me share your mail. thanks and stay high Darlene (the rabbit) Punpur from Canada DARLENE PUNPUR <apunpur@tbel.net> thunder bay , ontario Canada - Wednesday, January 07, 1998 at 6:28:20 PM (MST) Since this guestbook has grown so large, I have broken it down into multiple pages.
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