A report from Bill about our 2017 Kites and Flights event:
2017 turned out to be one of the best NCBC Kites and Flights events in many years. The weather turned out to be the best, 8 balloons with their crews came out to fly. Friday night several balloons were ready to fly but the wind never dropped. Saturday AM the winds were light on the surface with 7 to 10 knots above 500 feet, with about 90+ degrees of steerage.. the fall leaves were spectacular... There were about 35/40 balloonists out in the AM.... we invaded the local breakfast spot and we finished by noon and everyone was ready to refuel to get ready the evening flight.? Mid afternoon more balloonists started to arrive by the evening flight we were up to 65/70 friends. Eight balloons lifted off for the evening flight.. it was tight in the launch field and everyone worked together, last Balloon away was Sandra....she handled the launch like a pro, her landing was a stand up.... During the Day Sandra got around to mingle with all the balloonists. It was great to hear her speak with everyone. Supper time came and a ton of food appeared.? Every one left with full tummies... Everyone left ready for our next Kites and Flights 2018 - Oct 20th. Book your calendars now! Soft landing and Gentle Breezes