There are many land marks and national monuments and parks to be seen and explored when traveling in the North Western states in America. This area contains a number of locations that hold special sites and activities available for the public to enjoy. A very popular and widely available activity is a balloon ride Colorado.
You can make reservations with one of many companies found online for any day during the late spring through early fall months. During the months of May through October you will find these businesses open seven days a week. The meeting times are very early in the morning because high winds are common on a daily basis in Colorado. There is generally only a three hour period each day when the winds are calm, the sky is clear and there is no precipitation near the area.
This is something that virtually anybody can participate in. There are few restrictions applied to customers prior to booking a flight. You must be capable of climbing into the basket beneath the balloons, you must be over five years and under eighty years old, you may not be pregnant and should not suffer from chronic breathing issues or be dependent upon oxygen tanks.
All pilots who fly the balloons have years of experience flying and training others. The entire business is regulated by the FAA and the balloons and baskets as well as the mechanics of the ride are inspected regularly. Safety is one of the highest priorities for the owners of rides.
You will be aloft for up to an hour when you take off. There is rarely any sign of motion sickness and any fear of heights appears to be alleviated by being in a basket. You may be allowed to watch while they inflate the balloons if you arrive earlier than scheduled. You should land approximately ten miles from the spot you took off from. Wind speed can cause a variance in distance.
As an added treat many companies will offer a toast at the end of the ride. They also supply breakfast in many cases and one supplies a commemorative bottle of champagne for their clients. The meals are normally only for the clients who participated in a ride but other family members can attend for a small fee.
With flight time so short most balloons only make the trip twice a day. Some companies have massive balloons that carry baskets designed for up to twelve passengers at a time. These larger baskets usually come with dividers installed to provide separation of different parties. There are also baskets that are built to carry four people or less. There are balloonists who will perform marriages while airborne for their clients.
One of the best aspects of ballooning is the quiet beauty and tranquility that can be found during the flight. The panoramic views that are experienced encompass the natural scenery from a point of view that some say cannot be described. You will see wildlife as well as hills and valleys and you will be able to record everything by camera or video from an altitude of five hundred to three thousand feet above the landscape. It may turn out to be an experience you will not soon forget.
You can make reservations with one of many companies found online for any day during the late spring through early fall months. During the months of May through October you will find these businesses open seven days a week. The meeting times are very early in the morning because high winds are common on a daily basis in Colorado. There is generally only a three hour period each day when the winds are calm, the sky is clear and there is no precipitation near the area.
This is something that virtually anybody can participate in. There are few restrictions applied to customers prior to booking a flight. You must be capable of climbing into the basket beneath the balloons, you must be over five years and under eighty years old, you may not be pregnant and should not suffer from chronic breathing issues or be dependent upon oxygen tanks.
All pilots who fly the balloons have years of experience flying and training others. The entire business is regulated by the FAA and the balloons and baskets as well as the mechanics of the ride are inspected regularly. Safety is one of the highest priorities for the owners of rides.
You will be aloft for up to an hour when you take off. There is rarely any sign of motion sickness and any fear of heights appears to be alleviated by being in a basket. You may be allowed to watch while they inflate the balloons if you arrive earlier than scheduled. You should land approximately ten miles from the spot you took off from. Wind speed can cause a variance in distance.
As an added treat many companies will offer a toast at the end of the ride. They also supply breakfast in many cases and one supplies a commemorative bottle of champagne for their clients. The meals are normally only for the clients who participated in a ride but other family members can attend for a small fee.
With flight time so short most balloons only make the trip twice a day. Some companies have massive balloons that carry baskets designed for up to twelve passengers at a time. These larger baskets usually come with dividers installed to provide separation of different parties. There are also baskets that are built to carry four people or less. There are balloonists who will perform marriages while airborne for their clients.
One of the best aspects of ballooning is the quiet beauty and tranquility that can be found during the flight. The panoramic views that are experienced encompass the natural scenery from a point of view that some say cannot be described. You will see wildlife as well as hills and valleys and you will be able to record everything by camera or video from an altitude of five hundred to three thousand feet above the landscape. It may turn out to be an experience you will not soon forget.
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