- Tue May 29, 2012 6:04 pm
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Colorado Fly Week FAQ's
In light of some of the recently asked questions...
Q: Do my wife and kids have to pay the pilot entry fee?
A: No. Family members (this includes spouses, girlfriend/boyfriend and children) essentially piggy back off of their pilot mate.
Q: Will there be a charge for my family for the banquet night?
A: Yes. $10 for adults, $5 for kids
Q: I am not bringing a family member with me, but my two best buds are coming...do they have to pay the pilot entry fee as well?
A: No. But, there is a $15 per person admission for this kind of guest (this helps to cover porta-potty costs, live music, entertainment, etc)
Q: OK, so my buddy pays the $15 non-pilot admission....does he/she also have to pay for the banquet night?
A: Yes. The banquet meal is $10 for adults, $5 for kids.
Q: I can only be there for a day or two - is there a discounted rate?
A: No. Unfortunately, we have too much invested in this whole thing to start splitting hairs. We are hoping that people can embrace the spirit of this fund-raising event, and realize what it takes to make something of this magnitude happen.
Q: Can my buddy drive just me up the hill?
A: No. We will be limiting the number of vehicles up to launch due to major space for vehicles limitations. Carpooling will be organized every day, with shuttles going up the hill every couple of hours.
Q: Does my entry fee cover retrieves?
A: No. While there will be drivers available for retrieves, it is strongly advised to have your retrieve hammered out with a specific driver. HQ will assist when possible, but you should arrange this ahead of time.
Q: A week is a long time to go without a shower...will there be any facilities available?
A: There is a full-service campground less than 8 miles away. They have a very nice and clean facility and they only charge $3.50 for a hot shower!
Q: Will the food vendors take checks or credit cards?
A: No. Please be prepared and come with plenty of cash.
Q: If I wait to register when I get there, can I pay by credit card?
A: No. Unfortunately, HQ will not have a way to accept your credit card on-site.
Q: Will it really be $90 at the door instead of $75?
A: Yep, it will really be $90. It is advisable to take advantage of the early registration benefit now, before June 10...you will pay less AND you can charge it on your credit card.
Q: I've never flown Villa Grove before. What's it like?
A: Just come. There will be a gazillion pilots to ask these kinds of questions to once you are here.
Q: What are the coordinates to launch?
A: LAT: 38°17'30.65"N
LONG: 105°52'57.28"W
Q: What are the coordinates to the main LZ/party central?
A: LAT: 38°15'47.42"N
LONG: 105°53'48.48"W
Q: Will this be the coolest flying event ever?
A: Well heck yeah!!