Casey Wilson wrote:
Hi All,
I'm setting down some long range plans for attending the balloon gig in
Albuquerque in 2005. Date are, I think, September 30 through October 9. I
hope to fly over, weather permitting, and spend a few days gawking at the
event.

Questions:
With only four days to spare at the event, which four is best?
What is the parking situation at the event?
Is there on-site RV parking?
Is renting an RV and parking nearby an option?
Extra-curricular things to do, places to go, things to see?

Your opinions are valued.....


I believe the festival is sponsored by Kodak. They usually have a web
site with lots of info including a schedule of events. BTW, I believe
it is always the first weekend in October. Good things to see are any
of the mass ascentions and a night glow.

One of the finest southwestern meal I ever had was in the hotel in the
center of Santa Fe, only an hour away.

If you can locate some of the balloonists in your area, hang around and
help out as needed. Eventually you will find yourself in the basket.
Maybe you can crew for the owner in Albuquerque.

Ballooning is lots of fun. It's like sex: much better to do than watch!