5th Annual Helifreak Fun Fly - October 10-13, 2013 Anderson, CA

[Skiddz]

Yep. Got their airline itinerary a few weeks ago. Same with Mr. Whiteside's

[Dennis Everett]

All VERRRRY cool people !

[Skiddz]

Updated the 1st two posts with a little more travel info, raffle info and pilot fees.

I'm working with PayPal to get the transaction processing done for online registration and as soon as that's working and has been tested, we'll open up online reg.

[Ah Clem]

Kevin,

Are there map coordinates to feed into navigation devices?

[Skiddz]

Crap.. Forgot to add those last night. I dug 'em up for the Sanction paperwork too.. Duh...

I'll add 'em to the 2nd post in a sec..

[Ah Clem]

Thanks Kevin!

[Skiddz]

Thanks for reminding me!

[brunobl]

GPS Coordinates are 40.423863,-122.16957 for those of you who can't read a map.

Ouch.

Seriously, though, it is far easier to locate something based on GPS coordinates (or even plain street address) versus directions to turn right/left at various intersections. Let the GPS do the directing!

...Wish I could attend. Must be fun.

[soniczen]

Please have camping area.

[Skiddz]

Originally Posted by brunobl

Ouch.

Seriously, though, it is far easier to locate something based on GPS coordinates (or even plain street address) versus directions to turn right/left at various intersections. Let the GPS do the directing!

...Wish I could attend. Must be fun.

Well, it's hard to find GPS coordinates if you can't read a map to find where you're going in the first place.

Now, having said that, I'll be having the GPS guide me on the drive up - and it'll remind me of just how far I have to drive.

[Ah Clem]

Thanks Kevin!

[Pinion]

Yeeeeessssss! This year I will not let work get in the way!
Count Pinion in!

[maarset]

Originally Posted by Pinion

Yeeeeessssss! This year I will not let work get in the way!
Count Pinion in!

YEEEEEEEEEEEEEEESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS

[EGYPTSEAN PRODUCTIONS]

Looks like it going to be another great event....bummer i wont be able to make it this year.

have a great time and i look forward to see pics and vids

[SMOKEMASTER60]

So I am interested in going this year and had a couple questions. I have never been to a Funfly so I am not sure what to expect. I was wondering if there was an basic itinerary of the 4 days activities? Also, I would like to fly, but I am not a pro/advanced pilot, is it normal for non-pro pilots to fly there? Also, how is food and drinks handled at the event, do we just bring what we need?

Thanks

[Ah Clem]

"is it normal for non-pro pilots to fly there?"

Yes! 99% of us do not fall into the "Pro-Pilot" category!

It is a Fun Fly, so you fly as much as you want, hang around and BS with your friends, meet new people, eat, and have fun (the last part being the best part).

Normally they don't really have any Pro-Pilot Demos, although some people stop and watch when the Pro's do fly (people usually stop and watch Mr. Ketelhut fly, as his 7HV barks so loud you can't miss it).

They have had drag races and auto contests the last couple of years.

It is a friendly environment, so come out, fly, and enjoy!

[SMOKEMASTER60]

Great, thanks for the info. Hope to make it for sure

[trickybit]

I'm also curious if the food service will be as comprehensive as it was last year. Any comments on that?

[Skiddz]

Originally Posted by SMOKEMASTER60

So I am interested in going this year and had a couple questions. I have never been to a Funfly so I am not sure what to expect. I was wondering if there was an basic itinerary of the 4 days activities? Also, I would like to fly, but I am not a pro/advanced pilot, is it normal for non-pro pilots to fly there? Also, how is food and drinks handled at the event, do we just bring what we need?

Thanks

HeliFreak runs an event a little differently than most. Like Richard (Ah Clem) said, it's pretty much a show up and have fun kind of deal. We don't schedule anything except for the raffle (and even that is kind of a "we'll do it when we think it's a good time" deal.) and the contests are only held if there's interest. 2011 we did drags, duration autos and spot autos. 2012, we did spot autos and we only had 3 people sign up for the drags so they weren't held.

About the only other thing we schedule is the spotlight flying on Saturday night. Tony Whiteside coordinates that and we get to some some seriously twisted flying from these guys. There will be carnage!

Throughout the event, we'll announce "How-To" clinics, but nothing is set in stone. Again, just show up, hang out, have fun. See below for the food question.

As far as skills go, it doesn't matter. We've got pros to absolute beginners out there all the time. Nobody will give you any grief if all you can do is hover tail-in. If anything, you'll get "encouraged" to push the envelope a bit and you'll probably get more help than you need. If you think you're set to move up a notch but aren't sure you want to nut-up to try, we'll find you someone to buddy box with you. I guarantee that you'll make more than a couple new friends as well.

Originally Posted by trickybit

I'm also curious if the food service will be as comprehensive as it was last year. Any comments on that?

We are working with the club on that and have every intention of having the food situation be the same as it was the past 2 years - breakfast available from 0700 until 1000 or so, then burgers/dogs the rest of the day and a specific dinner item. We can't charge for food (that would involve getting a health card etc.) so food/drink is available for a small donation.. That will help the club offset their expenses. If memory serves, last year the Palomar club spent well over $1500 feeding us and donations BARELY covered that.

Initial conversations with our CD, Curtis, indicate he's going to make sure food is as good or better than we've had the last two years. Unfortunately we don't have Ellie Hill's RIDICULOUSLY DELICIOUS beans this year, (and those of you who ate 'em the past two years know what I'm talking about!) but food should be good all the same. Not sure if we can talk the Circle City guys into cooking for us again on Saturday, but I'll certainly pose the question. Art? Edsel? Scott?

So, in a nutshell, expect food to be available, but bring any specific items you wish to have. I would suggest a lot of water, Gatorade etc. You'll want to stay well hydrated. Snack food is always good as well. If you have an EazyUp/Quik-Shade canopy, bring that as well as chairs, table etc..

I'm going to try and organize an ice delivery service for Friday and Saturday should anybody need more ice during the event Not sure what the cost might be, but it should be reasonable.

Any other questions, feel free to post 'em up.

[shimshift]

good thing I have my geo metro!!!!! im all the way in northern Bellingham Washington and im really hoping to go... ill keep you guys posted because this seems like fun!