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30 June...not just EOFY but EOAM....not long to go now :-(

I have not been much for the Aunty Monkey site and up till recently with the High Sierra Balloon Camp in Reno (I am the Camp Director) not been much for the other social media sites (I refer to Facebook as "Facerace") I am not in the ranks of the younger generation and live by the social media things. I don't text and don't own a SmartPhone and have a perfectly good Tracphone to make the occasional calls (2 in the last month) and it is the best $14 alarm clock I have ever owned.

But…

Dear Aunty Monkey members,



Nearly 20 years ago, a group of young Australian balloonists gave birth to the first carnation of Aunty Monkey. It started with an 8 page newsletter, full of typos and photocopied in the middle of the night at my Dad’s work. Since then, Aunty Monkey has had many guises, but none of…

Hi,

We went ballooning over the Loire Valley last September,and we're hooked,

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ECCWXldWbJs&list=UUjGQi7LoLhoPagl8gmkWAyw&index=10 

so we're coming to New Mexico for the Fiesta in October.

Now we're looking for the opportunity to crew in a Fiesta balloon.

Four adults, 2 from Australia, 2 from New Zealand, enthusiastic…

Many of you may have seen posts on Benji Clemons' or Austin Burrows' Facebook pages and/or on the reflector about a newer website http://firesideballoonsforsale.weebly.com/ This site is a classifieds site and more... With a Manufacturer News page (only those that have agreed to work with us are on the site), and the beginnings of event listings, Ride business listings and…

Hello there! 

A friend of mine is retiring and after 10 years in business and 30 years of balloon flying almost everywhere in the world, he would like to sell his company and pass it onto someone else. There is one passenger balloon for 7+1, chase vehicle, balloon trailer, office, know-how etc. included. 

The company is advertised here: www.balloonbusiness4sale.com So check it out!

Jan

Hey AM, anyone out there have experience with special shape construction? im about to build a sunshine shape for a friend of mine and could really appreciate some help. heres a picture...…

As many of you know by now, I am a candidate for the Director At - Large position for the BFA Board of Directors.

I am asking for your support. If you would endorse me, it would be most appreciated.…

We are looking for experienced balloon pilots for our Cameron Z450,425,Z350 size Balloons.We are offering 3000 Euros monthly salary,1 year contract,Accomadation,1 day off a week,15 days off at lower season,2 Airline ticket (round trip),The Pilot can go back to his/her country in winter seson with salary ( 3 or 4 months) upon the situation of Flight.

if anybody intersting please contact me by e mail info@alaaddinballoons.com or Call +90 541 737 90 00 

Ediz…

Hi,

I want to buy a RC hot air balloon, but i can not find anyone who sells this Balloons.

Please can anybody help me??? 

I have the first 5 years of Albuquerque International Balloon posters for sale. They are signed and numbered Pro-Creation editions. If interested please e-mail or call 505-400-0423

Hi Joey,

remember me?

Looking for a balloon pilot to start immediately.  Incredible flying location! Housing & vehicle available.  Expect pay from July-Sept to reach $12,000-$15,000.  More details available upon request. 

I can be reached by email at:  pikesters1984@yahoo.com

Or by phone at:  (208) 413-1324

Thanks,

James Knight

Q: What's the difference between a hot air ballooning instructor and a large pizza?

A: The large pizza can feed a family of four.

Q: How do you get a hot air ballooning instructor off your front porch?

A: You pay for the pizza.

Just a reminder that you only have 5 days left to submit your registration paperwork for the 35th annual Colorado Balloon Classic. Email us at balloonclassic@balloonclassic.com or call 719-471-4833 for more information.  Or visit our website and register online by clicking www.balloonclassic.com/pilotapp.