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Newsletter Update: 16 - 9th May 2010
Aussie 100 Way – Update Number 16
Hello everyone,
Well we have just over three
weeks now until the Aussie 100 Way Event commences at
Everyone by now should have their event accommodation sorted - I am
sure Cheryl and Heather now need to concentrate on their own
preparation for our event.
Again everyone should well and truly have these sorted by now.
Camp
Two 3 days - 13 Jumps - US $650.00
100
Way Event 4 Days - 18 Jumps - US $950.00
A
total of 44 jumps with a total cost of US $2,250.00
Any final questions here please contact Jen on:
Thanks
Fiona
Weather
June is the first month of
summer so it should be warm to hot, but right now it is still cool
to cold at Perris (at height) in the mornings, so bring what
clothing you believe appropriate for cool mornings to hot days.
Social Media
I plan to "tweet" short messages "as it happens"
during the event. Appropriately sanitised for a general audience,
these will also feed into FaceBook.com and Skysurfer.com.au for
interested parties. By including supplied links in official APF
communications, close to 100% coverage of the Australian skydiving
public can be reached.
We might be able to make this a
two-way street. I think the telegram is done, but all that sort of
contact is great.
Video updates
My "Jump for the Cause" YouTube channel became the
3rd most viewed video in
With appropriate fanfare - and access
to Craig Trimble's freefall footage :) - we can expect a similar
response - or better.
A new service I plan to offer is a
live "webcam" style feed, which has the potential to bring event
milestones live and as it happens into the homes and offices of
Australian skydivers not present at the event. This technology is
untested in the Perris environment, but with the appropriate tools a
high probability of success is expected.
Coffee Table Book
JFTC Participants were offered a
post-paid photobook at a cost of around USD$40 plus international
postage for a total of around AUD$85, which many participants took
up. Figures are approximate.
Still imagery of the event can include
social photos; profile pictures; tunnel activity - as well as
freefall stills.
By collating, indexing, tagging and
captioning still photo "on the fly", we will have the materials to
produce a high-quality hard cover photo book. We can post-produce a
20 page hard cover 300mm x 300mm book for shipped price of AUD$46
(roughly an extra $1 per page as required).
What next?
I'm happy to be point for this. Let me
know if you've got ideas or content. It's going to be memorable, and
I really want to share with those who can't be there.
Hello Aussie Record Members,
All of us at Skydive Perris and P3 are really looking forward to
seeing you here. Can hardly believe it's only 3 weeks out now. That
happened fast.
We have a terrific group, on a
We need everyone to show up in Perris as prepared as you can
possibly be. We need you to review all the
Our group has a wide range of experience levels. At past P3 camps
literally dozens of people (many of which were Aussies that have
since been on record events) arrived never having been on a
formation bigger than a 20-way and a week later were building their
first 100-Ways. It didn't come easily, but they were clear on what
they wanted. They prepared well, put 100% into each dirt dive,
listened carefully in the debriefs and focused on doing their
absolute best on each jump.
If we are going to finish the two weeks with a record,
AND WE ARE, we will need each of you to do the same.
Everyone from the least to most experienced. The P3 organizers
have done a lot of record jumps and we can guarantee one thing, no
one is going to "give it" to us. We'll have to earn it. The
party afterwards will be record setting as well.
See you soon for a great time that none of us will ever forget.
Dan, Tony, Kate, Jen, Larry, Doug, Mark
If you have any questions at all please don't hesitate to contact me
directly at danbc@skydiveperris.com
Final Tips
Newsletter Update: 15 - 1st March 2010
Aussie 100 Way – Update
Number 15
If you have contacted us on
100house@iinet.net.au, fantastic! If you have not already
told us your arrival and departure dates, please drop us an email as
soon as you know them. Also, if you are staying in a hotel,
please see Action Item below.
If you have not contacted
100house@iinet.net.au regarding your accommodation, please do
so as soon as possible. If you have not corresponded
directly with us via that email address, please do not show up at
Perris having expected us to arrange your accommodation. ; )
If you want to stay in the hotel, but do not have someone to share
with, let us know. We will help arrange people to share with.
The IHOP is full, but there are still some spaces in the bunkhouse.
Plus there are 2 x single spaces (bunk bed) in one of the houses
(US$25/nt/person for that house). Bunkhouse info:
BUNKHOUSE
(very, very budget conscious) - US$10/nt
The Bunkhouse is located behind the PV Skydiving School. It
has 7 rooms and each room has 2 bunkbeds (total of 4 beds/room) for
a total of 28 beds. There is a shower and bathroom in the
bldg. Linens are supplied for beds, need to bring own towel.
Hotel
Info:
We have now negotiated with two hotels near the DZ
– the Holiday Inn Express and the Super8 Sun City. Note that
either one will require you to have a car (or organise a lift with
someone who does). Both have internet, microwave, fridge in
rooms. HI Express has hot buffet style breakfast, Super8 has
continental breakfast. You can check the hotel websites and/or
online reviewers (e.g.
www.tripadvisor.com) to decide which might be the one for you.
The closest hotel to the DZ is the Holiday Inn Express. This
is where we stayed for Jump for the Cause and is quite nice.
The rate for this hotel is US$79/nt/room (+10% tax).
http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/ex/1/en/hotel/peris?&stopredirect=true
The second hotel is the Super8 Sun City, just a
quick drive down the freeway. Other skydivers who have stayed
there have said “the hotel was fine, clean and ok” and “clean, plus
it's an easy drive past a Starbucks”. The rate for this hotel
is US$55/nt/room (+10%
ACTION
ITEM:
Whether or not you have previously told me you want to stay in a
hotel, I need you to tell
100house@iinet.net.au which one you want to stay in.
Do this by 15 March if at all possible please! (Not
that we can’t make changes after that date, just that we need to be
as close as possible by then.)
Payment
Info:
IHOP and the Bunkhouse:
I will be providing Perris Manifest with a spreadsheet of who, when,
where. When you arrive and checkin, your Perris account will
be charged.
Houses:
I will have one person be the designated collector of funds, and you
will be responsible for giving your money to that person. They
will have a spreadsheet of who is staying there and when there are
arriving / departing, with a total value.
Hotel:
You will be responsible for settling your own bills individually
with the hotel. (
Other:
Once I have more info - arrival & departure dates, hotel selection -
I will send out a spreadsheet to everyone to confirm. Expect
that towards the end of March.
Cheers,
Cheryl
Camp Two 3 days - 13 Jumps - US
$650.00
100 Way Event 4 Days - 18 Jumps - US
$950.00
A total of 44 jumps with a total cost
of US $2,250.00
Newsletter Update: 14 - 27th January 2010
Aussie 100 Way – Update Number 14
Hello everyone,
This is the first update for 2010, so first I hope everyone had a great Christmas and New Year where ever they were and with whatever they were doing!
I have just returned from
It was a new formation and a learning process for all involved, on the way to building up to this formation the group I was with made 2 x three point 47 way dives and eventually after some cutting and benching we completed a 91 way and then on the last dive a 2 point 91 way which was pretty cool !!
Those Australians attending were:
John Winkler
Andrew (Sarge)
Nicole Hannan
Richard Wilkinson,
Brett Gersekowski (Brett is an Aussie living in
All of these people are registered for our 100 Way event.
Whilst I was there I had the opportunity to discuss and follow through on a number of things with the P3 Team and DZ management for our event in June and will clarify a few here in this update.
And we now have only to wait just over 4 months and we’ll all be at Perris making this event happen.
If I am attending the Aussie 100 Way Event as one of the minimum 75% who need to be an Aussie (as shown in their passport) or as an Australian Resident then you need to be a current member of the APF or have FAI membership - this is all you need and it will cover you for the insurance requirements to Skydive at Perris.
If you are participating in the event and your not an Aussie and not holding Australian Parachute Federation membership then you may have to take out short term USPA membership on arrival at Perris Valley for insurance purposes. It was pointed out to me by Manifest Staff that this particularly relates to New Zealand Parachute Federation people.
Almost all others registered for the event are
USPA members already and they’re covered, if in doubt please contact
manifest at
For all of the “non–Aussies” ………….For the Australian Parachute Federation to recognise a successful / record big way formation it just needs to be 75% Aussies (by passport or residency and they must have FAI membership) all others have no compliancy requirements – FAI membership etc etc
The last update got some good positive discussion going and it is very important that we go to Perris with the right attitude and right frame of mind.
Attached to this update is an excellent article on “Big Way Basic’s by Mark Brown (one of the regular load organizers at Perris Valley Skydiving) and also attached is a P3 Handout for participants attending their events. Please read both of these articles and absorb the content. These will be placed on our website by Tom Begic under the related “links” area – there is a ton of information already there and I would strongly encourage everyone to review all of these articles prior to leaving for Perris Valley in just over 4 months time.
The report time will be
People who are not attending the first Big Way Camp need to conduct all this on the day off between Big Way Camps - Saturday 05 June 2010, and anyone who is just attending the 100 Way Event will need to conduct this on Wednesday 09 June 2010.
Speaking to Jen Domenico at Perris last week, she is starting to get a number of enquiries / money being sent over to her for the event, a reminder of those costs:
Camp Two 3 days - 13 Jumps - US $650.00
100 Way Event 4 Days - 18 Jumps - US $950.00
A total of 44 jumps with a total cost of US $2,250.00
Now we are still aiming at the full cost being deposited no later than 30 days prior to the start of the event, either in individual accounts at Manifest at Perris Valley Skydiving (for those who already have them) or through Tony and Jen’s P3 Account.
Jen has noticed that people are transferring money through smaller Aussie Banks are sometimes getting hit with a “middle bank” who takes a fee as part of the transfer process (around Aust $25.00) – not so with the larger backs ie: WESTPAC, CITIBANK etc. If you have ant questions in this area please contact Jen direct – she has this sorted for us now. jen@square1.com
I know some people have already provided this to me in the past, but I am after everyone’s T-Shirt size (US size if you know it please) that’s registered. I need to collate them and get a consolidated list of numbers and sizes to our T-Shirt manufacturer.
That’s it for Update Number 14, if anyone has any questions or information please continue to E-Mail me and if it applies to all of us I will place it in our next update.
Newsletter Update: 13 - 20th December 2009
Aussie 100 Way – Update
Number 13
Hello everyone,
G’day Greg,
Phil Crofsky found this airfare on Webjet for just over $1,100 which
we just booked thru Flight centre for $1045 including all taxes,
only difference being our departure date is Saturday the 29th
May - anyway I thought you might want to put it on the
Website to let everyone know as it’s a great price.
If they contact
Kristill Lainey at
Kristill_lainey@flightcentre.com she should be able to help
them, this deal runs out on the 5th of January.
Blue ones
Guy
Information Request – What Do I Need to Participate ?
I went to the FMB last weekend, it was a great change from 4 and 8 way, it was a bit too sociable because the weather wasn’t very kind but we did get 8 jumps in. Many of the participants are registered for the 100 way event. I have scanned the array of advice that you have kindly posted through the website. Within the articles there are some hidden gems that I believe are critical pointers for people who have not had much / any experience of professionally organised events. If some of the less experienced people had read and understood the messages in the articles before hand I believe certain things that happened last weekend would not have happened.
I refer specifically to discipline during the briefing and debriefing process. On the ground people were answering back, talking over Barry and giving their opinions, finger pointing and not acknowledging and fixing things that were clearly not good in their own performance. Some of the flying too, in the air and under canopy was actually not acceptable and related to an inability to stop before picking up grips, hanging off grips, diving through the formation as well as some inappropriate canopy control.
Aside of the need for personal flying skills, we can’t force people to read the articles and understand them in their most basic form. The words “listen” to your organisers and “don’t answer back” are in there but are potentially a bit too subtle? ….Also I know that such behaviour will be quickly dealt with by the organisers in the early days however I wonder whether there is anything that can be done prior to highlight such principles so that no time/money is wasted for the many whose experience will be affected by a few.
Perhaps there is the opportunity to highlight these principles in one of the newsletters. I admit that I would not be especially happy to spend 10 days of jumping in an environment of the nature of last weekend, many factors will be different I know but if there was something we could do to set things up for success from the start it might be worthwhile.
Ladies and Gents there is some startling home truths and fabulous “on the money” points detailed very clearly in the comments above, I implore you to take them on board and ensure we all arrive at Perris with the absolute right frame of mind to make a New Aussie Record.
Newsletter Update: 12 - 4th December 2009
Aussie 100 Way – Update
Number 12
Hello everyone,
Camp Two 3 days - 13 Jumps - US $650.00
100 Way Event 4 Days - 18 Jumps - US $950.00
A total of 44 jumps with a total cost of US $2,250.00
Event
Dates:
06 to 08 2010 - 3 Day Big Way Camp (40 to 60 Ways +)
Plus there is a
http://www.webjet.com.au/flights/specials/
From
$1,159* ex
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Might be worth investigating !!!!!!!
Following is a description of the pages at the Aussie 100 Way Record Website.
All your information needs should be met there, if not, get onto someone from the http://www.aussie100way.com/contacts.html = Contacts Page.
Following are the pages from the main menu bar on the website:
http://www.aussie100way.com/
= Aussie 100 Way Record Attempt Website Home Page
- Mission Statement, and updates.
http://www.aussie100way.com/eventinfo.html
= Event Information
- Event information, dates, locations (including Google
Map link), information about each of the record camps, travelling
tips & information.
http://www.aussie100way.com/news.html
= News
- All the newsletters from Head Honcho, Greg Jack. This
includes all the regular information about the event such as
travelling, registration, accommodation, etc. This has been
summarised in other areas.
http://www.aussie100way.com/faq.html
= FAQ
- FAQ = Frequently Asked Questions. APF Donations,
Rules for Australian Records (i.e who can do it and where), etc.
http://www.aussie100way.com/equipment.html
= Equipment
- what equipment you will need. Specifically focuses on
jump suits, weights, and canopy sizes.
http://www.aussie100way.com/skills.html
= Skills
- skills that you will need to master in order to be
selected for and to achieve the record, articles about big way camps
and the P3 team (our event technical organisers), and other tips and
tricks.
http://www.aussie100way.com/participants.html
= Participants
- a current list of who is registered for the event. It
also has information about our previous record holders with some
photo's.
http://www.aussie100way.com/registration.html
= Registration
- details about the registration process. Includes
forms to download, and information for non Australian parachutists
wishing to be a part of the record.
http://www.aussie100way.com/contacts.html
= Contacts
- a list of contacts for the record attempt:
organisers, accommodation, travel, website, tunnel time, and your
other big way record needs. Feel free to volunteer your services,
resources, or time.
http://www.aussie100way.com/links.html
= Links
- a comprehensive list of relevant information for the
event. This includes all the newsletters, registration documents,
big way technical articles, links to other big way web sites and
events, parachuting organisations involved in the event, forums,
records, etc.
http://www.aussie100way.com/media.html
= Media - Gallery
- currently has pictures and media from previous Perris
P3 camps. This section will have media (pictures and video) for the
event.
http://www.aussie100way.com/ = www.Aussie100Way.com is the address.
If you have any feedback or suggestions, feel free to email me.
:)
Tom B
Information Request
Newsletter Update: 11 - 8th November 2009
Aussie 100 Way – Update
Number 11
Hello everyone,
Just a short update to cover a couple of things for people to be aware of,
I am starting now in the process of contacting and confirming all those who are intending to register and are serious about the event, so you will see some changes to the participant list our website very soon.
Also Tom Begic has done some AWESOME work smartening up our Website - go and have a look when you have time, even I can find my way around there now -THANKS TOM !!!
Current Registrations:
Now stands at
94
The latest in from Dan BC for those who are
seeking Exemption from One or more of the Big Way Camps Preceding
the 100 Way Event:
Hi Greg,
When people ask about skipping one or both of the camps we plan on
telling them that they fit into one of three categories.
1) Cleared for the record jumps without coming to either camp.
(Very few will fall into this category.)
2) Cleared for the record jumps but required to come to at least one
camp. (Mostly for people we know who have been to P3 camps.)
3) Cleared to come to one camp, but WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND COMING
TO BOTH. A slot on the record is dependent upon a good
performance at the camp. Coming to both camps is MUCH MORE
likely to guarantee you a slot on the record. -This would make it
very clear to all the people requesting coming to only one camp.
See ya!!
Dan
Event Dates and Costs:
Just a Reminder of the Event Costs and Dates
for Everyone:
Confirmed Event Costs are:
Camp One 3 Days - 13 Jumps - US $650.00
Camp Two 3 days - 13 Jumps - US $650.00
100 Way Event 4 Days - 18 Jumps - US $950.00
A total of 44 jumps with a total cost of US $2,250.00
Event
Dates:
01 Jun - Time TBA (most probably early pm) in the pool area meet and greet / introductions with the P3 Team - DZ Waiver, register with manifest, gear checks etc .
02 to
06 to 08 2010 - 3 Day Big Way Camp (40 to 60 Ways +)
The 15 mins of tunnel will take about an hour to complete as 4
skydivers rotate through in 2 min blocks of flying with their
coaches. Let me know if you are arriving ahead of the start of camps
and would prefer to tunnel at this time or if you want to do it
between camps or even at night after jumping during the camps
other amounts of time will also be available for those who want it.
An hour is a maximum amount I would recommend for any one day and
that will take most of the day to complete with briefings and
debriefings. If you have not flown in a tunnel previously you can
expect to be a little stiff and sore after an hour. Talk to someone
who has tunnel experience about preparation.
Contact me by email if you want to fly in the tunnel.
Lead:
Just a reminder that Square 1 is to offer lead
weight for rent from their store on the DZ at Perris Valley, so no
need to cart lead all over the world just bring your empty weight
belt.
* For those who don’t normally wear weight – it would be a good idea to
get an empty belt from somewhere and bring it along because at some
point you will most probably need one!
Questions:
That’s it for this Update, if anyone has any questions please continue to E-Mail me and if I think it applies to all of us I will place it in our updates !!!!
Blue Skies for now
Greg
Newsletter Update: 10 - 23 October 2009
Aussie 100 Way – Update Number 10
Hello everyone, wanted to get this next update out straight away as I have some important information to pass about our Event and from the P3 Team.
Current Registrations: Now stands at 86
Money / Finances:
We are now 7 out and our Aussie $$ now at US 92c and “predicted to go even higher or stay at these current highs into next year”. That is such good news !!!!!
Remember if you are going to pay direct to Perris the details for the P3 Account are:
Account Name: Anthony J Domenico
Account #: 2250338896
Routing #: 122232109
Swift# CALBUS66
California Bank and Trust
12625 Frederick Street Unit V-1
Moreno Valley, California 92553
Note: This is NOT an IBAN.
Any issues trying to send money direct please contact Jen Domenico on:
What to do if you want to be exempt from attending either Big Way Camp:
I have been in touch with Dan DC several times this week he has confirmed the event cost and other details including who people need to write to if they wish to seek an exemption from one or both of the Big Way Camps preceding the Aussie 100 Way Event. Also some direction as to how the Event will run, everyone please read and understand where we’re going with this Event
Here is what Dan has written back to me:
"First of all, this is a record event not camp. You have asked us to run this event with the goal of building a new Australian National Record and we want to do everything in our power to guarantee success. This requires that we be more strict about the skill and experience requirements of all participants than we would be for a camp. We need to look at this record the same way we approached JFTC. JFTC had several Australian women on it. All of these ladies (and most of the others) had been to our camps. But that wasn't enough preparation for the group to be able to start right off with record attempts. During the first two days we prepared for the record jumps by practicing in smaller groups and building specific sections of the final record formation. Similar to what we're planning for June.
So, regarding INDIVIDUALS BEING EXEMPT FROM THE PRIOR CAMPS, we strongly encourage everyone to do both the camps. Everyone, (with the exception of Todd Hawkins and others with that level of skill and experience) will have to do at least one camp. That includes individuals that have just successfully participated in JFTC or the Men's record. Anyone who wants to be exempt from one or both camps needs to "E-Mail Jen
jen@square1.com with their specific request listing their big way experience and the reasons they seek an exemption"
-"Can I participate in the record jumps but do only one prior camp?"
-"Can I participate in the record jumps but neither of the prior camps?"
Please understand that for us to guarantee the success of this event, for most people the answer to these requests will be no."
People it doesn’t get much clearer than that so for all those who are seeking an exemption you now know what to do !!!!!
Event Costs:
Confirmed Event Costs are:
Camp One 3 Days - 13 Jumps - US $650.00
Camp Two 3 days - 13 Jumps - US $650.00
100 Way Event 4 Days - 18 Jumps - US $950.00
A total of 44 jumps with a total cost of US $2,250.00
Tunnel Time:
For anyone wishing to get some tunnel time in before, during, in between or after the camps or Event can you please E-Mail Fiona McEachern on fionam@speedlink.com.au she has kindly volunteered to do the coordination between Christy Frikken of Perris Fury fame who runs most of the coaching at the Perris Tunnel, and all of us so as to provide a uniform approach.
I would strongly encourage people to book in 15 or 30 minutes in the tunnel - for strength flying for Big Ways if nothing else - you’ll learn so much, especially if you haven’t been in a wind tunnel before.
Lead:
Another piece of great news in now Square 1 able to offer lead weight for rent from their store on the DZ at Perris Valley, so no need to cart lead all over the world just bring your empty weight belt.
* For those who don’t normally wear weight – it would be a good idea to get an empty belt from somewhere and bring it along because at some point you will most probably need one!
This is the response I got back from Tony Domenico:
Hi Greg, yes we rent lead now, price for lead is $1 a pound plus $6
for paper work, so 10 pounds would cost $10+6=$16, 20m pounds would
be 20+6= $26
we have 1 and 2.75 pound weights. We have a lot we will not run out
Questions:
That’s it for this Update, if anyone has any questions please continue to E-Mail me and if I think it applies to all of us I will place it in our updates !!!!
Blue Skies for now
Greg
Newsletter Update: 09 - 15 October 2009
Aussie 100 Way – Update Number 9
Hello everyone ………….
How about our JUMP FOR THE CAUSE GIRLS!
CONGRATULATIONS to our 10 Aussies - Leanne Critchley, Shirley Cowcher, Nicole Hannan, Julie Nichol, Heather Little, Ellen Coenra, Cheryl Robertson, Michelle Kosmer, Peta Holmes and Suzanne Bourke, also to our adopted Aussie girls Yukari Hashimoto and Leigh Ainsworth !
What a fantastic result of a new Women’s World Record of 181 and also raising probably by now over US $1,000,000.00 for breast cancer research.
Now also there was the successful Men’s World Record conducted as a supporting event and they were successful in making an unofficial (uncategorised) Men’s World Record of 122
So also CONGRATULATIONS to Ryan Sanders, Luke Oliver, Guy Taylor, John Winkler and Sarge Preston!
Now that’s a TONNE of current Big Way experience coming back to Australia just at the right time for our Aussie 100 Way Event which is now 7 & ½ months away
Now 9 of the 17 skydivers mentioned above have registered for our event with 6 more are now in the process of registering post the Jump for the Cause success. These are EXACTLY the people we need on board to make the event successful!
OK SO WHERE ARE WE AT RIGHT NOW
Current Registrations: Now stands at 83
This is excellent and I am aware of many more who are SLOWLY going through the process of registering (yes I know we are talking about skydivers here - but also JFTC is over and World Team has been pretty well settled for next year).
However there are still 134 people who are listed as having made an ‘Expression of Interest”. I am in the process of contacting those people who have expressed an interest but have not registered to confirm their intent and adjusting our participants list accordingly to reduce the mailing lists and workload required to keep everyone updated and informed as we get to the busy end of preparation for our event.
Please remember that (once registered) if you feel you have legitimate reasons and the experience to be excused from the first Big Way Camp (and perhaps even the second) then you need to contact the P3 Team direct. It will not be my decision and the P3 Team are strongly encouraging everyone to attend all three camps - but are also well aware that individual circumstances are different and exemptions may be given where they see fit to do so.
Money / Finances:
We are now 7 & 1/2 months out the event cost stands at an estimated US $2,250.00 to attend all three camps - this becomes much more palatable and achievable goal now with our Aussie $$ now at US 90c and “predicted to go even higher or stay at these current highs into next year”.
Paying for the event is either through:
1. The APF Office (POC – Mick Forrest) – same account details as for the Registration – but detailing in the deposit your name and purpose of the deposit (i.e. Aussie 100 Way Event Jump Costs) or you can print out the APF100 Way Payment Form and fill it in with the transfer details or attach a cheque and post it in. Mick will be transferring amounts over to the Aussie 100 Way Account at Perris Valley very soon to capitalise on the great exchange rate. Obviously what ever % of the money moved that is yours will mean you get the same % of the US $ amount post transfer credited to your name within our account.
or
2. Direct by Wire Transfer (electronic)
Now previously I provided the details to wire money direct into the main Perris Valley Skydiving Account
HOWEVER …………………
Talking to Laura at Perris Valley’s Manifest and Jen Domenico who co-ordinates all of the P3 Team events they would like any people who are wiring funds direct to the US to send it straight to the P3 Team account – details as follows:
Greg,
Instead of wiring the money to Perris Valley Skydiving, can individuals wire the money to our P3 account. The details again are below. I would greatly appreciate it if we could ask people to send a confirming email to me indicating how much was wired on what date and to whose name the monies should be credited.
You also should mention to the participants that they must cover the wire transfer fees. Our P3 bank charges $12.00 and I am noticing that the Aussie banks are taking $25.00 (though this could vary bank to bank). So, its best stated that they need to pay an additional $12.00 + whatever their bank charges them for the transfer.
Jen
UPDATE 5TH MAY 2010: CONTACT JEN DOMENICO DIRECTLY AT jen@square1.com TO ORGANISE PAYMENTS. Banking details have been removed below.
Account Name: REMOVED 5th May 2010
Account #: REMOVED 5th May 2010
Routing #: REMOVED 5th May 2010
Swift#: REMOVED 5th May 2010
California Bank and Trust
12625 Frederick Street Unit V-1
Moreno Valley, California 92553
Note: This is NOT an IBAN.
Now some people have already sent money to the Perris Valley Skydiving account to using the previously provided details, I know of 2 - Steve Wade and Tony Maurer, I am getting your money transferred to the P3 Account, but please anyone who has sent money I encourage you to E-Mail Jen direct to confirm their transfer. jen@square1.com
APF Financial Support:
This came in from Shirley Cowcher just before leaving for the US on JFTC, she has been investigating level 3 funding from the APF to support our Aussie 100 Way Event:
Greg,
Attached is a
template that registrants of the Aussie 100 way may want to use to
make application to their local parachute council to seek some
funding as this may be their only avenue.
As you know it was my intention to make application to the APF
Board, through the Development Funding Committee, for level 3
funding (level 2 only provides up to $5,000). I even drafted a
letter of intent to the
Board outlining how the event supported several of the APF's
Strategic Objectives and Plans and this was presented at the May
Board meeting. Unfortunately I have now run out of time to go
forward with this application, as level 3 funding requires the
presentation of a budget for the funds being requested and a media
plan showing how the event will be promoted to the public through
the media, and I had no offer of support for the development of
these documents from others and I am about to leave for the USA and
will not return before 30th September. Any
application would have to be in to the APF by the beginning of
October for consideration at the November Board meeting.
If participants wish to seek assistance from their local parachute
council they can fine tune the template, attached, to their local
requirements. I suggest they talk to the secretary of the
Council or the State Coach and find out when the next meeting is.
They should also
be present at the meeting when their application is being discussed.
Regards
Shirley R Cowcher
So people level 3 funding is no longer an option to supplement our Event costs however see the attached draft letter you may want to pursue through your local council to apply for funding assistance to attend the event.
Personal and Gear Insurance:
I have been talking to Neil Fergie at INSURANET about the current offer for personal insurance which covers skydiving while we are in the USA with Travel Centre, this is the same policy from CoverMore that INSURANET offer APF and at a similar price. One would be VERY FOOLISH not to get personal insurance. If you like the cover provided from the CoverMore Policy then go through Deb at Travel Centre or direct through Neil Fergie. Also remember the APF Policy for gear insurance, again Neil Fergie does this area and can have one made up specifically for the event, his contact details if you need them are:
neil@insuranet.com.au or (02) 6202 3000
Aussie 100 Way T-Shirt:
I am awaiting for a final template of our T-Shirt design from Greg Worth (BJ’s brother), it made in the US and shipped direct to Perris Valley so it is there on hand when we all turn up for the event.
Flights:
Hopefully people are now well under way organising their travel to and from the US for next year.
Accommodation:
Things sound as though they’re progressing very well here, Cheryl and Heather are back from JFTC so as you register please contact them on 100house@iinet.net.au if you want assistance with accommodation for the event.
As we are getting closer to the event I will be now providing more regular updates to everyone,
Blue Skies,
Greg
Newsletter Update: 08 - 12 August 2009
Aussie 100 Way – Update Number 8
Hello everyone, here is the latest on how things are developing,
Current Registrations: Now stands at 61
There are still 138 people who are listed as having made an ‘Expression of Interest” so I need to know who is still serious and who is not. I am about to commence contacting individuals to confirm their intent and adjusting our participants list accordingly.
Money / Finances:
We are now under 9 months out, soon I will be talking specific $’s with Perris Valley for more specific event costs – but to attend all three camps the original ball park figure was US $2,250.00 - a much more achievable goal with our Aussie $$ at 83c (well today anyway) and not 61c it was against the US $ just 9 months ago!!
Perris Valley Management are very busy right now working on Jump For The Cause which starts next month, but I am hoping to get a far more exact figure in the next couple of months.
Again once registered if you feel you have legitimate reasons and the experience to be excused from the first Big Way Camp (and perhaps even the second) then you need to contact the P3 Team direct. It will not be my decision and the P3 Team are strongly encouraging everyone to attend all three camps – but are also well aware that this is not always the case and exemptions are given where they see fit to do so.
So - Once registered please seriously look at a savings plan and setting a goal of depositing a $1,000.00 to cover the Event Jump Costs at each of the following dates
01 September 2009.
01 December 2009, and
01 March 2010”
Through either:
1. The APF Office (POC – Mick Forrest) – same account details as for the Registration – but detailing in the deposit your name and purpose of the deposit (i.e. Event Jump Costs) or you can print out the APF100 Way Payment Form (attached) and fill it in with the transfer details or attach a cheque and post it in. The intent here again is to transfer larger amounts over to the Aussie 100 Way Account at Perris Valley Skydiving a little closer to the event. Obviously what ever % of the money moved that is yours will mean you get the same % of the US $ amount post transfer placed into their account from the main Aussie 100 Way Account.
or
2. Direct to Perris Valley Skydiving by Wire Transfer (electronic) - if you do not have an existing account there (yet) it will stay in the Aussie 100 Way Account until you turn up and register there and an account will then be raised for you and your deposits transferred to that account – this option seems to be the most preferred option from people who have responded to Update Number7.
But either way on receipt of this E-Mail can you let me know your finance intentions (once registered)
NOTE: The full cost of the event will need to be in everyone’s accounts at Perris Valley probably a month out from the start date of 01 Jun 2010 - TBC
Aussie 100 Way T-Shirt:
I am currently in discussions / negotiations with Greg Worth (BJ’s brother) on a T- Shirt design for the event and having it made in the US and shipped direct to Perris Valley so it is there on hand when we all turn up for the event. No-one who has responded to me has said they DON’T want a T-Shirt so we’ll get it done!!
Flights:
I have spoken with Debra Grandidier from Flight Centre earlier today about responses / questions to her on the quotes posted in Update Number 7 for flights to and from LA for the event. Now to date there has only been ONE person who has contacted her to discuss possible options and take advantage of group rates and the insurance policy offered.
A fair bit of work has gone into getting this quote organised and on the table, so I need people who are registered to let me know whether it is their intention to organise their own flights to and from LA OR they intend to go through Flight Centre for their flights and insurance
Accommodation:
So far 13 people have contacted Cheryl and Heather (Again PLEASE do not use their personal E-Mail address use 100house@iinet.net.au ONLY) which is a better response than for the flights but still does not account for the number of people registered. So also here can people on receipt of this E-Mail - and who are registered, can you let me know your intentions of either finding your own accommodation OR using Cheryl and Heather and then if you haven’t already done so get in touch with then with your requirements.
OK IN SUMMARY THEN:
- REGISTER FOR THE EVENT ASAP IF YOU HAVEN’T ALREADY DONE SO.
- Let me know whether your going to use the Flight Centre people for travel or not – and if you are get in contact with Debra
- Let me know whether your going to use Cheryl and Heather to organise your accommodation and then if you haven’t already done so get in touch with them with your requirements.
- Decide what your savings plan will be and let me know (again once your registered).
I know a number of people have already provided me with their intentions as listed above, so if your have already done please ignore, but for the vast majority I need a snapshot of who is intending to do what so I can advise and adjust accordingly.
Blue Skies,
Greg
Newsletter Update: 07 - 21 July 2009
Aussie 100 Way – Update Number 7
OK Team,
We are getting down to the business end of our 100 Way Record Event now with a little over 10 months to go. I am going to cover five areas in this update:
1. Current Registrations,
2. Accommodation Options during the Event,
3. Airfare Information / Travel Insurance,
4. Money/Finances, and
5 Aussie 100 Way T-Shirt.
Each area I ask that you to consider your options and get the appropriate information back to where it is required to be sent to, again we are getting to the serious end of the preparation and it requires people to actually do MORE than just talk about it !!!!
1. Current Registrations:
As I said in Update Number 6 about a month ago…………….
“I am very keen to get the registration completed and behind us, so without actually putting a DEADLINE on it (because we all know us Skydivers leave everything to the last possible minute!) So Guys and Gals - I need you all to make a concerted effort to get this done ASAP”
As of today there are 54 people registered with 3 more people having paid their deposits, but we are waiting for their registration forms to arrive at the APF Office.
A lot of people have said that “it’s on my desk, I’m just waiting for a photo” or “I have been really busy lately” or “I just need to get the bank details again and send it all in”.
This was OK a couple of months ago BUT it’s not OK any more, the event is starting to attract more overseas interest and you will see on the participants list on the website a few people who registering from afar.
There are 142 people who are listed as having made an ‘Expression of Interest” so I need to know who is still serious and who is not. I will be contacting individuals soon to confirm their intent and adjusting our participants list accordingly.
So one more time please people ……. let’s get our collective acts together and register for this event - or let me know otherwise.
2. Accommodation Options during the Event
I have received the flowing information back from DAN BC at Perris Valley Skydiving:
Hi Greg,
I have booked the 28 beds in the bunkhouse and 25 in the IHOP
(International House of Parachutists - located on the DZ) for
you from May 30 to June 15. Total of 53 beds. We have another 26
beds available in bunk trailers in the parking lot. The cost of the
IHOP is $15 per night, bunks are $10.
Camping is at no cost.
MOTELS:
Super 8,
$60 p/n for double rooms
Rodeway Inn,
$50 p/n for double rooms
Holiday Inn Express
$90 p/n for double rooms
Cheryl Robertson and Heather Little will be co-ordinating all of the accommodation requirements that people have for the period of the Aussie 100 Way Event at Perris Valley, please don’t E-Mail them on their personal E-Mail addresses but at:
It will be first in best dressed with the accommodation bookings so again you need to plan accordingly and get your accommodation requirements into Cheryl and Heather as soon as you know them. There may also be a few local houses that some of us who have been to Perris before are familiar with, it is unclear at this point how many may be available and what bed and room configuration they will have. Cheryl and Heather will let us all know ASAP – so if you’re looking at that let them know as well.
The hotels are local hotels, so people electing to stay in those or at the local (if available houses will need to share car hire costs to get to and from the DZ)
We have placed some travel tips, hire car options and other handy pieces of info coming onto the Website.
So now is the time to start locking in your accommodation requirements -HOWEVER please make sure your registered first as it would be unfair to allocate places to someone who has yet to commit to the event.
3. Airfare Information / Travel Insurance
I have also heard back from two separate Travel Agencies on airfare offers by the major airlines exiting Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane to Los Angeles and return.
Here are their best offers:
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A.C.N. 003 377 188 A.B.N. 25 003 377 188 Travel Lic No: 31089
1300 557 813
GROUP QUOTATION
DATE: 16th July 2009
To: Maj Greg Jack
From: Debra Grandidier
Flight Centre Group Travel
Groups Specialist
Thank you for giving Flight Centre Groups the opportunity to quote on your group to Los Angeles.
We are specialists in Group Travel, and welcome the opportunity to explain any details to you further. The airfares outlined are Group Airfares that differ from retail airfares in their flexibility, payment time lines and conditions.
Flight Centre Groups is confident in providing you with professional service and excellent value. I am sure you will find our prices very competitive however due to the nature of the travel industry quotes are very sensitive to your travel dates / times and availability, should you have a lower price or different product you prefer please do not hesitate to inform me and if it is available, we will beat the price.
Sincerely,
Debra Grandidier
Group Travel Manager
GENERAL GROUP AIRFARE CONDITIONS+
- Most group airfares do not require names at time of holding space
- Name changes are allowed
- Seats can be held with small deposit
- You have until 45-60 days prior to departure for your final payment
- Deposit required within 7 days of holding seats
- Quote valid for 7 days and subject to availability at time of request
- All taxes are subject to change and you should budget for increases
- +Additional conditions will apply to specific airlines
GROUP TRAVEL DATES:
01st June 2010 – 13th June 2010
GROUP SIZE:
Approximately 50 – 100 Passengers
– Group Airfare –Qantas -
- Minimum group size is 10 passengers travelling on the same flight. If the group size falls below 10 the group will no longer be eligible for group fares.
- All group fares and Ticket Taxes are subject to change with or without notice and can only be guaranteed once full payment and ticketing have taken place
- Names must be advised 60 days prior to scheduled departure.
- Please note Frequent Flyer points cannot be used in part or as full payment for any group bookings.
- For groups of up to 30 – cancellation more than 60 days prior to departure passengers can cancel without penalty.
- Between 45 and 60 days prior to departure and before ticketing – Passengers can cancel, however the deposit for each cancelling passenger will be forfeited.
- Within 45 days of travel full cancellation fees will apply.
- For groups of 31 and more –more than 90 days prior to departure passengers can cancel without penalty.
- Between 45 and 90 days prior to departure passengers can cancel, however the deposit for each cancelling passenger will be forfeited.
Sydney Passengers
Qantas flight 107 01st June 2010 Departing Sydney at 1015a.m. and arriving Los Angeles at 0640a.m.
Qantas flight 012 10th June 2010 Departing Los Angeles at 2230p.m. and arriving Sydney on the 12th June 2010 at 0615a.m.
V Australia flight VA1 29th May 2010 Departing Sydney at 2000p.m. and arriving Los Angeles at 1630p.m.
V Australia flight VA2 08th June 2010 Departing Los Angeles at 2345p.m. and arriving Brisbane at 0810a.m. on the 10th June
Brisbane passengers
Qantas flight 015 01st June 2010 Departing Brisbane at 1105a.m. and arriving Los Angeles at 0700a.m.
Qantas flight 016 10th June 2010 Departing Los Angeles at 2320p.m. and arriving Brisbane the 12th June 2010 at 0610a.m.
V Australia flight VA7 30th May 2010 Departing Brisbane at 1100a.m. and arriving Los Angeles at 0700a.m.
V Australia flight VA8 09th June 2010 Departing Los Angeles at 2230p.m. and arriving Brisbane at 0525a.m. on the 11th June 2010
Melbourne passengers
Qantas flight 093 01st June 2010 Departing Melbourne at 1015a.m. and arriving Los Angeles at 0730a.m.
Qantas flight 094 10th June 2010 Departing Los Angeles at 2330p.m. and arriving Melbourne the 12th June 2010 at 0755a.m.
Qantas
Cost per person ex Sydney $2451.00 including all prepaid airline taxes
Cost per person ex Brisbane $2546.00 including all prepaid airline taxes
Cost per person ex Melbourne $2524.00 including all prepaid airline taxes
V Australia
Cost per person ex Sydney $1500.00 including all prepaid airline taxes
Cost per person ex Brisbane $1500.00 including all prepaid airline taxes
Cost per person ex Melbourne $1800.00 including all prepaid airline taxes
TRAVEL INSURANCE 20% group discount reflected
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Single Trips |
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Options |
Travelsure |
Essentials |
Save-More |
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Benefits |
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Plan I |
Plan TI |
Plan IB |
Plan SM |
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Travel Services Provider Insolvency |
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$10,000 |
$10,000 |
$Nil |
$Nil |
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Overseas Medical and Dental |
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$Unlimited |
$Unlimited |
$10,000,000 |
$5,000,000 |
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Additional Expenses |
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$Unlimited |
$Unlimited |
Included in Above Limit |
$500,000 |
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Amendment Or Cancellation Costs |
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$Unlimited |
$500,000 |
$10,000 |
$10,000 |
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Luggage And Travel Documents |
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$12,000 |
$6,000 |
$3,000 |
$2,500 |
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Delayed Luggage Allowance |
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$1,000 |
$750 |
$200 |
$200 |
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Money |
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$200 |
$100 |
$Nil |
$Nil |
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Rental Car Insurance Excess |
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$4,000 |
$3,000 |
$Nil |
$Nil |
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Travel Delay |
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$2,000 |
$1,000 |
$Nil |
$Nil |
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Resumption Of Journey |
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$3,000 |
$3,000 |
$Nil |
$Nil |
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Special Events |
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$2,000 |
$1,000 |
$Nil |
$Nil |
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Hospital Incidentals |
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$8,000 |
$3,500 |
$1,000 |
$Nil |
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Hijacking |
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$8,000 |
$5,000 |
$2,000 |
$Nil |
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Loss Of Income |
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$9,000 |
$6,000 |
$Nil |
$Nil |
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Disability |
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$25,000 |
$20,000 |
$Nil |
$Nil |
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Accidental Death |
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$25,000 |
$20,000 |
$10,000 |
$Nil |
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Personal Liability |
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$2,500,000 |
$2,500,000 |
$1,000,000 |
$2,500,000 |
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Variation in Cover |
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Existing Medical Conditions/Pregnancy Cover selected: |
No |
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Luggage Item Limit Increase selected: |
No |
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Increased Rental Car Insurance Excess Cover selected: |
No |
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Snow-skiing & Snowboarding Cover selected: |
No |
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Motorcycle Cover selected: |
No |
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GENERAL CONDITIONS:
Q Quote is subject to specific class availability at time of booking
Q Fare quote is valid for 7 days. Subject to be re-costed based on availability of Suppliers.
Q Minimum of 10 adults departing together to the same destination, should group
Q Size fall below 10 adults, re-quoting will be required. Changes requiring ticket to be reissued will be at subject to fees
Q Up to 100% cancellation fee applies once ticketed
Q Prices are based on cash or cheque payment only. Additional fees for credit card payment apply
Hi Greg,
I have just received confirmation that the flights for the following dates
Have the same airfare on V Australia
29th May 2010 - Brisbane to Los Angeles or Sydney or Melbourne
13th June 2010 - Los Angeles to Brisbane via Sydney or Sydney or Melbourne.
Kind regards
Debra
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OK people there we have the two airlines that returned quotes for our Group Travel request, I would suggest that V Australia would be the way to go; all these quotes include 2 pieces of luggage at 23Kgs each
You will see that I have asked for more specific to the event dates for flights and they have attracted the same airfares.
Rather that ask me questions can I get people who have questions to ring Debra direct and quote the Aussie 100 Way Event. There is a fair bit of flexibility and Debra is very keen to accommodate people who have specific requests… for example to stay longer, and we may be able to achieve this without additional cost to the airfare.
The Insurance package INCLUDES SKYDIVING - Plan 1 and Plan T1 are recommended by Flight Centre and have excellent coverage on all aspects of our activities. Please note that this insurance quote is for the duration of our event, if you were staying longer then is would cost a little more.
Now the reason the V Australia flight from Melbourne is $300.00 more is because it exits from Sydney to LAX not Melbourne, so it includes Mel - Syd and back as well.
Also the deposit required to hold a seat on agreed to flights is $100.00
Now I know individuals may be planning to use frequent flyer points or may be able to find an individual cheaper flight and that’s cool.
What I need to know is how many people want to take up the group travel option, so can you please give Debra a call and see if this is what would suit your travel and then let me know.
Again there is not point doing this IF YOU ARE NOT REGISTERED! (Get the hint?)
4. Money / Finances
This is the difficult area as expected ……………
I have been back and spent some more time with Mick, Susan and Brad at the APF Office last week discussing this area. In the last Update I said:
“I would also like everyone (once registered) to seriously look at a savings plan and setting a goal of depositing a $1,000.00 at each of the following dates:
01 September 2009.
01 December 2009, and
01 March 2010”
Our Aussie $ continues to do well, now up over 81c against the US $. Fingers crossed it continues to stay up there.
I am about to start more negotiations with Perris Valley Skydiving about the raising of our account there, my intent is ONCE YOU ARE REGISTERED we will get an account in your name raised within the Aussie 100 Way event Account within Manifest at Perris Valley. Jen McGowan receives a copy of all completed registrations received at the APF Office..
People (especially those living overseas from Australia) can then deposit directly into their account – many of us may / will already have an existing account there.
This will be the same for anyone who wants to direct deposit money from Australia as well, but Mick at the APF Office is very happy to manage our Trust Account here as a savings area and then we will move money over bulk (with transfer fee’s offset by the APF Office) when the $$ is strong.. Obviously what ever % of the money moved that is your will get the same % of the US $ amount post transfer placed into their account
Again the full cost of the event will need to be in everyone’s accounts at Perris Valley probably a month out from the start date of 01 Jun 2010.
5. Aussie 100 Way T-Shirt
We are looking at making up a T-Shirt for the event featuring a 100 Way formation on the front. Obviously I don’t want to cart 100 + T-Shirts across to the US to give out, so we would look at some form of distribution before hand, but I would like to know how many people ONCE REGISTERED would want T-Shirts and how many (if more than one), not point going any further on this subject without an appropriate level of interest.
SO IN SUMMARY ……
- Continue to monitor out our Website for updates and information,
- Book your holidays,
- REGISTER FOR THE EVENT ASAP
- Decide if you want to use the Group Travel option, give Debra a call and discuss – don’t forget the insurance plan
- Let Cheryl and Heather know your accommodation requirements
- Decide what your savings plan will be and if you’re going to use our Aussie 100 Way Account please let Mick Forrest know and inform him every time you make a deposit.
- Decide about the T-SHIRT
Once you have a firm idea of your plans I need to can you let me know your finance, travel and T-Shirt intentions and I will talk to Cheryl and Heather about how the accommodation situation is looking
Blue Skies,
Greg
Newsletter Update: 06 - 25 May 2009
Aussie 100 Way – Update Number 6
Hello everyone,
I was one of 180 odd who attended a fantastic APF Conference recently in Brisbane – well done to the APF Team, really great job.
Anyway I gave an Aussie 100 Way presentation to the Conference and it seemed to be accepted very well - there is no doubt that we have a lot of support and backing which is terrific.
It’s now One Year and One Week until our Aussie 100 Way start date of 01 Jun 2010 We have received 30 registrations (with payment and photograph) and I have already forwarded them onto Jen McGowan and the P3 Team at Perris Valley. But we are still waiting on many more.
I am very keen to get the registration completed and behind us, so without actually putting a DEADLINE on it (because we all know us Skydivers leave everything to the last possible minute!) So Guys and Gals - I need you all to make a concerted effort to get this done ASAP.
There are people out there who I am conversing with who have individual plans to get theirs in (like Yukari who will bring hers down from Japan when she comes to Batchelor and Andy Rowan’s from California who has his coming back with Al Gray from Perris) BUT for most of us we just need a little ROCKET under us to get moving.
Remember the Registration Form can download from the APF Website at www.apf.asn.au or from our own website at www.Aussie100way.com bring it up, print it off, fill it in and send it back with your registration fee and photograph (with cheque or bank transfer details only please).
I would also like everyone (once registered) to seriously look at a savings plan and setting a goal of depositing a $1,000.00 at each of the following dates:
01 September 2009.
01 December 2009, and
01 March 2010
Our Aussie $ continues to do well, up over 77c against the US $ now, lets hope it continues to rise AND stay there for a while longer yet.
Julie Nichol and I are working on a couple of options for an airfare & travel / parachuting insurance package at the moment that will give us the greatest flexibility for travel times, change of dates for travel, baggage allowance etc and I hope to be able to post options on out website pretty soon.
Will also have some travel tips, hire car options and other handy pieces of info coming onto the Website soon too.
Now I am still seeking support in one very important area …..
Is there anyone out there in our group who can lend a hand, has experience in or knows someone who can help us out with Corporate Sponsorship?
We need to ‘stand out’ with our proposals to our potential sponsors, so those with any expertise in this area are who I am looking for.
I would like to target Companies like Carton Draught and Aussie Home Loans - both of whom have used Skydiving in their advertisements to sell their products.
Telstra and others, also hit up Dick Smith and other great Aussie notables who need to know about our great Aussie endeavour …………………You all know where I’m coming from here. Let me know if you can lend a hand.
So once again:
Check out our Website,
Register ASAP,
Book your holidays
Get your money / fundraising / savings plan sorted, and if you can help out please let me know.
Blue Skies,
Greg
Newsletter Update: 05 - 28 Apr 2009
Aussie 100 Way – Update Number 5
Hello everyone,
It’s now just over 13 months until our Aussie 100 Way start date of 01 Jun 2010 and things are starting to take shape. We now have 17 registrations received along with payment and photograph - with many more under way …………………………….. So let’s get moving and get yourself registered !!!!!!
Registration. You can download the registration Form from the APF Website at www.apf.asn.au or from our own website at www.Aussie100way.com bring it up, print it off, fill it in and send it back with your registration fee and photograph (with cheque or bank transfer details).
Updates. Now that we have the Aussie 100 Way Website up and running I will be using that to post all information, updates etc - so I don’t have to send out and respond to 130+ E-Mails on what will become a far more regular basis as we get closer to the commencement date. I will though send out notices to alert you to go to the Website for the release of important information.
Organisation and Finance. I know we are all very concerned about the current world financial crisis, and we are all busy with our jobs and lives - but I have very, very few responses from people who are willing to get involved in helping out with organising the event (the last update was very specific with this) Now, I have no issues with that, but it means that I will need to make some decisions in isolation that everyone will need to comply with to make this a success.
Firstly I am looking at the projected jumps costs for the attendance on all three camps, currently estimated at US $2,250.00 (AUD $3,200.00 @ 71c)
I believe that we need to aim at 3 deposits each of AUD $1,000.00 into the Aussie 100 Way Account no later than the following dates:
01 September 2009,
01 December 2009, and
01 March 2010.
So unless people are going to come forward and help out as detailed in Update Number 4 this is how we need to go ………………………
I, and a few others will continue to work on getting the best Airfare deal we can get (including a reasonable amount of baggage for jump gear etc) and approaching the APF for Level Three funding and other Corporate Organisations for tax deductible donations through the Australian Sports Foundation.
More motivated people can run local fundraising activities (the Jump ForThe Cause Girls have had some great success at Picton and York raising money) to offset their individual costs, either way we will need to just provide the money as detailed above to demonstrate commitment and as a dictated savings plan.
Accommodation, Hire Car and other Travel Tips / FAQ. As we keep moving forward there will be more and more information placed on the Website on all sorts of topics, lots of our group have travelled to Perris before and this may save some heartache.
OK the ball is now in everyone’s court, WE NEED TO:
Check out our Website,
Register,
Book your holidays,
Get your money / fundraising / savings plan sorted, and
If you want to get involved in the organisation (no pressure at all) then let me know.
Blue Skies,
Greg
Newsletter Update: 04 - 11 Feb 2009
Aussie 100 Way – Update Number 4
Hello again everyone,
Firstly I just had an awesome weekend of Barry “Get Big at Picton” 16 Ways (thanks’ mate had an absolute blast) so excuse me if I sound even a little bit more enthusiastic than normal in this update.
The wheel has been moving albeit a little slowly, but I’ve had some great support from the APF Office in the past few weeks and things are really starting to come together for our event next year.
I have now received over 130 “expressions of interest” which is a fantastic response, but we’re at the serious end of the plan which now requires us to all make that financial commitment.
REGISTRATION
The Registration Form for the event is now on the APF website www.apf.asn.au just bring it up, print it off, fill it in and send it back with your registration fee (with cheque or bank transfer details). The third page is general information and does not need to be returned to the APF as part of the registration process.
THE EVENT
Now the event IS LOCKED IN over the period 01 to 14 June 2010 at Perris Valley:
01 Jun - Time TBA (most probably pm) meet in the pool area meet and greet, DZ Waiver, register, gear check, introductions / meet & greet the P3 Team etc.
02 to 04 Jun 2010 - 3 Day Big Way Camp (20 to 40 Ways +)
05 Jun 2010 - Rest Day
06 to 08 2010 - 3 Day Big Way Camp (40 to 60 Ways +)
09 Jun 2010 - Rest Day
10 to 13 Jun 2010 100 Way Event
TRUST ACCOUNT
The Trust account for the event is now open and once your registration form is received at the APF Office the staff there will enter your details - Please note the registration fee cancellation policy
The staff will then scan the registration form with all of our skydiving experience and E-Mail it to me and I will forward it onto the P3 Team who will begin cataloguing our skills and working on putting the plan together.
Please be aware that it will be up to the P3 Team to decide who does not need to attend the first (or both) Big Way Camps. Once your registered and if you feel you fit into this category, believe you have the required experience and currency, and seek to have this occur please E-Mail me and I will pass it onto the P3 Team..
BUT the aim is where possible for everyone who is able (and this is very strongly encouraged by the P3 Team) to attend the entire event and have us all start working and jumping as a team with the common goal of getting that magical triple digit Aussie 100 Way.
AUSSIES LIVING OVERSEAS
Now there are a number of our people living overseas who are Aussie citizens - for now can you just fill in the registration form and post (or scan and E-Mail) back to Susan or Mick at the APF Office for now, we will need to work out how we get your registration money off you a little later
FINANCE
Talking to people I am not convinced which way we need to go to start developing financial support for the event:
As discussed Shirley Cowcher has already written to the APF Board expressing our intent to seek APF Level 3 funding for the event - so please if anyone if going to approach even their local APF council can I ask that you talk/contact her first so we have a unified approach in this area.
I think the way to go is that we bring together a group of people to co-ordinate corporate sponsorship / donations and leave general / local fundraising to the enthusiasm of individuals. I know the Jump for the Cause girls are doing a great job raising money for September’s world record attempt at Perris Valley.
APF LETTER OF SUPPORT
The APF letter of support is now available from Mick Forrest or Susan Bostock which explains who we are, our goals and that the event is officially supported by the APF. So when we start approaching cap in had for financial support we need to have this letter with us.
VOLUNTEERS
What I need now are people to put their hands up to volunteer to take on some of the ever increasing workload in areas such as:
Steering Committee - We need to put together perhaps half a dozen people as a steering committee to start co-ordinating efforts.
Public Relations/Media - I have some great ideas but need some people (just maybe with some PR background) to take and run with the area.
Financial - Again here, I need help to run with this area especially those with some corporate links.
Accommodation - Thankyou to Cheryl Robertson and Heather Little, they will be co-ordinating the housing / accommodation for all or us - we have the Bunkhouse (24 beds, International House Of Parachutists (IHOP) 24 bed house on the DZ both exclusively ours for the event, about 4 houses in the local area with a number of beds, plus great deals with local hotels. More to follow form Heather and Cheryl soon ….
Airlines - I will run with this one (anyone wants to help me?) There are some great deals right now which will easily knock $1.000.00 off my original event cost BUT we need to ensure we get flexible times to fly so people can have a holiday if required afterwards and/or partners can come over as well of later on and meet up, also we need a good excess baggage deal.
Other Areas – There are many other areas so please come forward with your ideas and we’ll see what we can do.
BUT I also believe that as we are now 14 months out from the event we also need to put in place a forced savings plan regardless of how much money we manage to raise for the group and I will be proposing to the Steering Committee that we make a plan for $1,000.00 be deposited every three months starting 12 months out (01 June 2009), all carefully recorded deposits in the Trust Account and moved across to the Perris Valley Skydiving Manifest Account in our name (Aussie 100 Way Event) when the exchange rate looks good and hopefully minimising bank fee’s.
And I also believe there will be a reasonably large number of people who just will be happy to pay the full amount (yet to be fully determined) as they are too busy to be able to help out or not want to get involved that way - and that is fair enough too.
APF CONFERENCE
I will be giving a short update / discussion / presentation to the masses at the APF Conference as well to generate further interest and to answer questions.
Lastly there are a few of us who even after being sent Update number 3 have not responded and I am thinking I either have their E-Mail address wrong or they have changed E-Mail address and I don’t have their new one …………………
If you are in contact with these people or have their E-Mail address (or know their whereabouts) can you please let me know ASAP?
1. Geoff Munday
2. Scott (Chopper) Ryan
3. Adam Fossy
4. Rhonda Bostock
5. Simon Hayter
OK the ball is now in everyone’s court, let’s get registered and start saving our pennies,
Blue Skies,
Greg
Newsletter Update: 03 - 11 Feb 2009
Hello Everyone,
Here's hoping that you all had a fantastic Christmas and New Year .............
Firstly I have now received 121 Expressions of Interest - a fantastic result which is still slowly climbing !!!!!
I am currently in Reno, Nevada at the PIA Symposium having a blast and learning heaps - also whilst here I have taken the opportunity to have some very fruitful discussions with Dan BC about our plans and aspirations.
Last week I visited the APF Office in Canberra and spent a couple of hours with Brad Turner our CEO and Mick Forrest discussing our current position and the way forward with our 100 Way Event. These discussions proved very positive and here is what we discussed and are currently working on:
I have formally asked for APF Offfice assistance in raising a "Letter of Support" from the APF which will explain the event, our goals and the fact that any donations / Sponsorship will be TAX DEDUCTABLE through the Australian Sports Foundation (ASF) with the money going back to the Australian 100 Way Team Trust Fund. This is a great result and will definitely make raising funds through corporate Australia more appealing and easier (hopefully). This letter is currently in process and is nearly completed.
I have also asked the APF Office for support to open a Trust Account managed by the Office in the name of the Australian 100 Way Parachute Team (or words to that effect) where monies raised through sponsorship, donations, fundraising and through required participant deposits (more about that in a minute) will be depositied. This also is under way.
I have almost completed raising the Australain 100 Way Event Registration Form, it will be posted on the APF Website soon and will take some filling out as the contents will be forwarded onto the P3 Team so they can work well in advance of our arrival in planning the formation, the preparation camps and likely slots for all of us.
The Registration form will also include a $300.00 deposit that will go into the 100 Way Team Trust Account, our aim is to have participants reach deposit milestones say - very three months - for example $1,000.00 by May 09, the next $1,000.00 by 01 Aug 09 etc.
These deposit milestones are yet to be decided as I am now calling for a steering / orgainising committee to be raised (more about that too in a minute) and details such as this will need be agreed upon and should not occur just on my say so. The registration deposit however will have certain conditions attached to it, so some of the Registration deposit amount may not be refunded if individuals pull out of the attempt.
As previously discussed this is a large financial commitment, hopefully offset by some aggressive and successful sponsorship and fundraising - but we need to start saving NOW, not in 6 or 12 months time. We will have accurate records of who has paid what and with the APF Offices help intend to transfer funds from the Trust Account to the Perris Valley Skydiving Accound during favourable exchange rate conditions (hopefully) and in doing this save some credit transaction fees and maybe offset some of the Account fees and funds transfer fees through interest earned etc.
What I need to do now is call for a Steering / Organising Committee to be formed to start taking on specific tasks, because we have reached the point where I can no longer remain across all that is being planned or happening.
Here are a few areas I am looking for people to take on:
Firstly is an area / State representative who is willing to co-ordinate local fund raising activities, lower level type stuff perhaps (non corporate) activities run on your local DZ's etc.
Secondly person(s) to oversee the sponsorship / donations at the higher or corporate level and co-ordinate the Team effort in this area - preferably someone with some experience in this field,
Shirley Cowcher will take the lead on seeking Level 3 Funding through the APF - she will be the POC for any questions or ideas etc on ALL State or National APF Funding ideas / requests at any level so we maintain a unified approach.
I will also like someone to take on the task of co-ordinating the accomodation for all of us in the Perris Valley area - preferably someone who has already spent some time there recently on the Big Way, 100 Way or other events and is aware of the current accomodation picture. To give you an idea here - there are 24 beds in the Bunkhouse and 24 beds in the IHOP (International House of Parachutists) on the DZ at Perris which have been made available exclusively to our 100 Way Team for the duration of the event (plus a day or two either side if required), there are also three or four houses in the local area with many beds available, and Perris Valley Skydiving have some good deals / rates with the local hotels as well.
There are many other areas to be covered but I would ask people who are available, have expertise or a desire to co-ordinate in some particular area - and want to get involved, to please come forward and we'll see how we can cover all of the tasks required and share the responsibilities out.
Now we don't need everybody so please don't be offeneded if we say thanks, but no thanks - or if we say no, then come back at a later date and ask you to help out !!!!
Until we have the Committee up and running and all responsibilities covered off I would ask that you hold back specific ideas and suggestions - and them direct them at the person(s) responsible for that area once they're identified.
OK thats probably enough for now, BUT, can if I ask as everyone gets this E-Mail can you please just immediately respond to me with a "Yes I got the Update Number 3 E-Mail" so I can make sure my address list is up to date and getting to everyone that has lodged an Expression on Interest, then think about the content ot this update and provide any measured responses a day or two later.
Blue Skies and special thoughts for all of our fellow skydivers who have been affected by the terrible bushfires in the south east of our great country,
Greg
Newsletter Update: 02 - 12 Dec 2008
Hello Everyone .............
If your reading this then you have expressed an interest in the Auusie 100 Way Attempt planned for the first two weeks of June 2010 at Perrsi Valley Skydiving, California, U.S.A..
If your not on the address list or I have wrong details or there are any changes to your details please let me know.
This is the second update (with many more to come - each I hope a little more exciting and concrete in news and information that the previous one) in our efforts to set a triple digit Aussie Skydive record.
Attached is the list of all the skydivers who have returned an E-Mail lodging their expression of interest - very, very exciting news because as you can see we now have 92 names on that list !!!! (If you don't want your name or details to appear on the list for privacy reasons please let me know and I can remove it)
What a fantastic response - and we have 17 & 1/2 months to go !!!!!!!!!!!
Also great to see more of our very experienced skydivers starting to appear on the list too.
I am utterly convinced that we have generated more than enough interest and positive responses to take the next step and get the ball rolling just that little faster.
After Christmas I will start working more closely with Mick Forrest (who is now registered his interest too - welcome on board mate) and plan to visit the APF Office early into next year and develop a strategy as to what support and "top cover" we gain harnass from our governing body.
One of the first things will be to raise and issue registration forms and open a trust account type arrangement with the APF office in Canberra, I envisage that the registration cost will be in the order of $300.00 and will go towards locking in people and meeting any initial organisation expenses - but overseen by the APF Office.
I will also be targeting people to form a working committee and soliciting ideas for fundraising and sponsorship opportunities.
So everyone make lots of good skydives and take opportunities to improve your big way skills - there is a Big Way /100 Way Camp in May 2009 at Perris, another in Sept, plus the POPS World record attempt - and of course there is the Womens "Jump For the Cause" 175 way world record attemp (at least 11 Aussie women I know about that are on it - congratulations !!) and at the same time a parrallel Mens 100 Way Camp - and this is just at Perris Valley
But for now I wish everyone a happy and safe Christmas and New Year, - and remember start saving your money and locking in your holidays for June 2010.
Blue Skies,
Greg
Newsletter Update: 01 - 02 Nov 2008
Hello Everyone ..................
Your on this E-Mail list because you have responded to the "Expressions Of Interest" notice on the APF website,
Attached is the number of people so far - 47 in Australia and two Aussies overseas one living in the USA and one in Canada.
This is a fantastic response so far and there is lots of talk about this proposed event happening on DZ's and in E-Mail websites / chatrooms etc etc.
Look if your name isn't here and you should be getting this E-Mail - or you know someone who should be on the list then please give me a yell - I'm not the worlds greatest geek and I may have left you off - sorry !!
So the word is getting around, keep the interst and encouragement going - it has only been about 2 & 1/2 weeks so far and we are already looking really really good.
I would love 120 names because we all know some will have to pull out for good reason down the track, but I am sure that we'll have more than enough interest by the end of November 2008 to take the next step of setting up[ registration for the event and commence seeking sponsorship and fundraising etc - probably early 2009.
Now we need a record with 75% Aussie Passport Holders, there are a couple on the list so far who aren't BUT we want you "IN" because your part of team and WE NEED YOU TOO to make this record happen !!
I have had a few people say they don't have enough jumps or experience but want to be involved - well you have 18 months to "get there" one can gain a ton of experience in that time.
BUT we also need our big guns too, our top skydivers - to add the experience and strength to the event - to the formation we're going to build - you know who they are out there. Talk to them and ss if you can get them interested and involved.
There is also lots of talk about holding events next year and early 2010 around the country to help people build up experience for the record attempt, help out, encourage, assist and participate where you can - it will make our job much easier on the day.
Lets get saving our $ - pray our little Aussie battler climbs once again against the US $ and most of all jump safe.
Blue Ones for now,
Greg
Australian 100 Way Event Announcement
Expressions Of Interest To Participate In An Australian 100 Way Record Attempt
Current Record
The current Australian large formation record is 81 which was set at Corowa in 1999 during the World Skydiving Championships and took advantage of the aircraft, pilot and skydiver expertise that had come together for the event.
Aim
TO SET A NEW AUSTRALIAN RECORD OF 100
Outline
This is an opportunity for Aussie skydivers interested in being part of an attempt to set a new Australian big way record.
This expression of interest is being sent out via the APF Office to gauge the level of interest within the Australian Skydiving community for the undertaking of such an event.
There are a number of Aussie skydivers who are regularly participating in the P3 (Perris Performance Plus) Big Way and 100 Way Camps - each scheduled for 18 jumps, which are conducted bi-annually in May and September of each year. These camps are conducted using the P3 (Perris Performance Plus) Big Way organisers Dan BC, Kate Cooper-Jensen, Larry Henderson, Tony Domenico, Doug Forth and Tom Jenkins at Perris Valley Skydiving centre 2 hours drive south east of Los Angeles, California.
There are also a number of other world calendar boogies and events (i.e. Thai Sky Festival) where participating Aussies gain valuable big way experience.
We want to know is if there is enough interest to make such an event happen. The proposal is for the following:
Proposed Attempt Details
- Find a minimum of 85 committed Aussie Big Way enthusiasts willing to make a serious financial commitment to such an attempt
- Conduct it at Perris Valley over the period 01 to 14 June 2010
- Enlist the organisational expertise of the P3 Team and utilize the experience, logistics, aircraft and manifest facilities of Perris Valley Skydiving
- Conduct
the Aussie record attempt by way of 2 x three day Big Way
Camps then a four day 100 Way Camp structure
- starting with 2 aircraft 40 ways through 3 to 4 aircraft 60 80 ways and finally a dedicated 5 aircraft formation for the 100 Way Record attempt.
- The camps and record attempt are structured for 45 jumps in total, with the aim of determining the best aircraft and formation slots for everyone. This will build up the required experience and confidence level for each jumper so we have a 100 people all doing their job at the same time because that’s how records are made
- For it to be an official Australian record it needs to be made up of 75% Australians hence the need for 85 committed Aussies. There is already great local (US) interest and there will be no issue finding suitably qualified and experienced local people to make up any additional numbers required.
Cost
The attempt will NOT BE CHEAP! - But with so much advance notice (20 months) people have plenty of time to organise holidays and most importantly start saving. The jump costs (with every jump comprehensively video debriefed and a DVD of the event provided) will amount to around US $2,250.00 - this is based on current camp costs with a CPI and some likely fuel increases factored in, BUT is only a projected cost so may be a little higher.
There is a wind tunnel at Perris, it is the home of the DC9 Jet and balloons regularly take off from the airport, so other skydiving related activities can be coordinated if there is enough interest.
On top of the jumps costs there would obviously be flights, transport, accommodation, food, other incidental costs (plus more if wives / partners / friends wish to attend and include it as part of a holiday) and an administration / registration fee, but this is where the serious commitment comes in!
There are a number of sponsor, donation and fund raising opportunities that could be capitalised on, BUT firstly we need to receive a suitable number of serious and committed expressions of interest to get the ball rolling.
Experience Requirement
Not everyone who would be keen to attend will have the requisite Big Way experience and trying to bring interested people together to smaller events beforehand may be logistically and financially prohibitive, hence running a longer camp of about 8 to 9 days of jumping and tuition over a two week period, bringing everyone together under the tremendous experience of the P3 Team. (I have seen skydivers on these camps with 200 to 300 jumps dock 99th on a 100 Way!)
Using the P3 requirements as a minimum for attendance would be the benchmark for attendance on the attempts and that is:
Minimum experience required
- 250 jumps
- 50 jumps in the last 6 month
- Have been on at least a 20-way and have the ability to close 12th or later on a consistent basis.
If you do NOT meet these minimum requirements, you may be asked to sit down from the dives.
This is not an issue for ANYONE in the Aussie Skydiving community because we are talking 20 months away. Given the tremendous success of the P3 Big Way and 100 Way Camps and how the record attempt would be structured it would be a very achievable goal.
I have personally attended two Big Way and three 100 Way Camps at Perris Valley and I have seen what has been achieved through the P3 experience and coaching technique. On one 100 way camp we made 4 successful triple digit jumps with 39 people on the 100 way making their first successful triple digit jump. There are a number of Aussie Skydivers who have attended these camps with me and I would encourage you to talk to them about how much you learn and how fantastic it feels to achieve such a milestone. These people include:
John Winkler, Guy Taylor, Heather Little, Cheryl Robertson, Adrian Lloyd, Graham (Dixie) Lee, Shirley Cowcher, Nicole Hannan, Tracey Basman, Richard Wilkinson, Alan Gray, Ryan Sanders, Peta Holmes, Leanne Critchley, Tim Castle, Ellen Coenra, Dale Butterworth, Clayton Gill, Sarge.
Any others, whom I have unintentionally left off, sorry!
There are also a number of Aussie Big Way Legends out there (including some 400 way World Record holders):
Grant and Julie Nichol, John McWilliam, Michael Vaughan, Igor Flack, Dave Loncasty, Gary Nemirovsky, Sas, Fiona McEachern, Lisa McDonald, Luke Oliver.
Just to name a few who have a ton of information and advice for you as well.
Also there are Big Way and 100 Way Camps scheduled for May and September of 2009 and May 2010 if people want to attend them.
Conclusion
Please remember at this point in time this E-Mail seeks people who are seriously interested and committed to making this event a success. I know there are a million questions to be fielded let alone answered but I am completely convinced that setting an Australian Record Big Way of 100 is absolutely achievable at Perris Valley.
If you’re interested what to do now:
Download and complete the registration form then post it to the APF office along with the $300.00 registration fee. The registration fee can also be paid online if you have online banking. If you choose to transfer your registration fee electronically, the account details and instructions are on the registration form.
For further information,
Please address any questions regarding; registration, payment, the event and your participation to Greg Jack:gregorykjack@yahoo.com.au
The Author
Greg Jack
Military and Civilian jumping since 1978
8,600 + jumps
Instructor B, AFF &Tandem
Attended 2 x Big Way & 3 x 100 Way Camps at Perris Valley
6 successfully completed 100 Way + jumps
Currently attending the POPS World Record Attempt at Perris
Mad keen Big Way jumper
I would form part of the co-ordination team tasked with getting this event up and running in conjunction with the P3 Team and the Perris Valley Skydiving Owners and Staff
Australian 100 Way record attempt, 01 - 13 June 2010
Location: Perris Valley, California USA
Description: To set a new Australian Formation Skydive Big-way record
Register to be part of the Australian Formation Skydiving record breaking team. The attempt will be held at Perris Valley, California over the period 01 to 14 June 2010 and will enlist the organisational expertise of the P3 Team and utilize the experience, logistics, aircraft and manifest facilities of Perris Valley Skydiving. The record attempt will involve 2 x three day Big Way Camps then a four day 100 Way Camp structure starting with 2 aircraft 40 ways through 3 to 4 aircraft 60 80 ways and finally a dedicated 5 aircraft formation for the 100 Way Record attempt. The camps and record attempt are structured for 45 jumps in total, with the aim of determining the best aircraft and formation slots for everyone. This will build up the required experience and confidence level for each jumper so we have a 100 people all doing their job at the same time because that’s how records are made
Contact Name: Greg Jack
Website: http://docs.apf.asn.au/index.php/Australian_100_Way
Email: gregorykjack@yahoo.com.au
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