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Skydive The Farm: Tandem & AFF Skydiving and Optional Camping


The Basics:
Event Type:Adventure
Event Location: Skydive The Farm
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Jul 12 2008  10:00 am >> N/A  (Carpool Departure: 8:30 am   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Wed, May 7 2008 12:00 am
Registration Cut Off: Fri, Jun 27 2008 11:59 pm
Event Duration:5-7 hours
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to Difficult
Trip Leader(s):
JLinn
Jason Kotz
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Member Cost:$165.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:70
Minimum Group Size:2
Number Registered So Far: 31 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:
The first time was such an incredible experience ( AOC May 4th Skydive Event) that we're jumping again!

Join me, Jessica and other AOC skydivers for the thrill of a lifetime!

Everyone that is tandem skydiving will meet Jessica at the carpool (8:30) on Saturday morning for the ride to Skydive the Farm in Rockmart.

Camping: They have 55 acres of private farmland, so several of us will be bringing car camping equipment and camping out Saturday night after our jumps. There is no extra cost for this but we may do a group meal depending on the participation. please contact Jessica (jlinn11@yahoo.com) to let us know if you're interested in camping.

AFF (Accelerated Free Fall - Solo): Me and a couple of others will be going to Skydive the Farm on Friday night to camp out and start 6 hours of AFF classes on Saturday morning. This is more expensive than tandem and requires more time commitment. Anyone that would like to try AFF jumping please contact Jason (jskotz@yahoo.com) for details.







Tandem Skydiving Jumps Information

"Jumping as a tandem is the safest way a person can be introduced to all the thrills of parachuting. Tandem-masters are highly skilled skydivers with hundreds of jumps in experience behind them. With a rookie skydiver there is a possibility of panic attack, disorientation and passing out. If this happens in tandem skydiving, the tandem-master can safely return both skydivers to earth on his own. Besides being the safest way for a novice parachutist to skydive, it is also the fastest way to skydive. If a person decides they want to skydive Monday morning they can have their first skydive by Monday afternoon through tandem skydiving."

Tandem Skydiving Expectations

"If you are wishing to skydive and choose tandem-skydiving for your first jump this is what you can expect. You will go to the airport, meet your tandem-master and sign release forms. After this, your tandem-master will explain basic aircraft exit techniques, free-fall, and landing procedures and positions. You will watch a video of two people tandem-skydiving. Then you are ready to go. You will take everything out of your pockets, put on a jumpsuit, helmet and goggles and head toward the plane. After about 15 minutes or so of climbing, depending on how high you are going to jump, the aircraft door will be opened. You will be met with a strong rush of wind.

Then you and the tandem master will get into a crouching position and both of you will simply roll out of the airplane. After 30 seconds or so of freefall, again depending on how high you are jumping, the canopy will open and you will slide to earth with the tandem-master. If you do decide to go tandem skydiving, it will be a thrill you will never forget."

The Ins and Outs of The Tandem Parachute Jump

"Possibly the most tried and true way for beginners to learn how to skydive is the tandem parachute jump. It is the most popular way, in fact, for beginners to take their first parachute jump and makes skydiving attractive for a whole bunch people who would otherwise be frightened off by the extreme sport.

Tandem jump skydiving involves training of an hour or less, usually just an average of 30 minutes. In total, students may only spend at most a half of a day with their tandem skydiving specialists. That’s another attractive quality of a tandem parachute jump, the short time commitment."




Skydive The Farm

First Jump: Tandem Skydive
"Our experienced instructors will guide you through the entire skydiving adventure. We offer both tandem and AFF jump options for your first skydive."

"A tandem skydive is a parachute jump in which an instructor and student share one parachute system. This is the most common first jump option." 		Skydive The Farm




Required Items to Bring:
Nerves of steel!		Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.

A clean pair of underwear?

If Camping
Tent
Sleeping bag
Sleeping pad
Clothes
Food
Cooler with drinks/adult beverages

How to Get There:
Event Directions:Skydive The Farm
1195 Grady Road, Rockmart, GA 30153
(404)295-5000


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Directions from Marriott Hotel off Windy Hill:
  • Head northwest on Interstate N Pkwy SE toward Interstate N Circle SE 0.6 mi
  • Turn left at Windy Hill Rd SE 6.3 mi
  • Turn left at Austell Rd SW 3.3 mi
  • Turn right at East-West Conn SW 2.0 mi
  • Turn left at Powder Springs Rd SW 2.3 mi
  • Turn left to stay on Powder Springs Rd SW 0.4 mi
  • Continue on Marietta St SW 0.2 mi
  • Turn right at New Macland Rd SW 0.3 mi
  • Turn left at GA-176 S/Richard D Sailors Pkwy SW 1.3 mi
  • Turn right at Ch James Pkwy 2.0 mi
  • Continue on GA-6 W/US-278 W/Wendy Bagwell Pkwy Continue to follow GA-6 W/US-278 W 29.8 mi
  • Go 2.2 miles, and take a left into Skydive The Farm (sign at entrance).
  • Please do not use neighbor's lawn to turn around in if you go too far.

    		• Directions from Atlanta:
  • Take Interstate 20 West to exit 44 (Thornton Road/278).
  • Take a right, and follow Thornton/278 west for 41 miles.
  • Take a left on Grady Road.
  • Go 2.2 miles, and take a left into Skydive The Farm (sign at entrance).
  • Please do not use neighbor's lawn to turn around in if you go too far.
    • Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):105Mile(s)
    Carpool Departure Time: 8:30 am
    Carpool Location:   Log in for location
    Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions
    Carpool Cost: Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $42.00 using a reimbursement rate guideline of $0.400 per mile. The total amount should be divided by the number of people in the vehicle, including the driver. This is a guideline, not a rule, for drivers but the cost should not be higher unless there are extenuating circumstances.

    Notes:
    Will this event occur rain or shine? NO

    Videos cost $80, but they will give us $5 off if more than 7 people order one.

    Your jump masters and videographers help to make your experience memorable. It is common practice to bring $$ to tip them, but this is at your discretion.

    Questions or concerns about this particular event, then please email your event leader(s)


    Important information for paid events in which payment is managed through the AOC:

         - Payment must be received by the payment due date and prior to participation in the event.

         - Some paid events require a minimum number of registered participants. If that number is not met, the event will be canceled and refunds will be issued to those who have already paid.

         - Third-party vendors often require damage deposits. Each registrant agrees to be liable for and required to reimburse the Atlanta Outdoor Club for any withheld deposits due to the actions of or damages caused by that registrant.

         - No partial payments. All registrants must pay the posted Member Cost regardless of any agreement you may have with any party involved in the event.

         - Read the event description carefully for additional information, and contact the trip leader(s) with any questions.

    * We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines while participating in AOC events.

    Cost & Payment:
    Member Cost:$165.00/Person
    Non-Member Cost:$169.00/Person
    Cost Includes:14,000 ft Tandem Skydive
    Payment Cut Off:Payment must be received by the AOC on Fri, Jun 27 2008.
    Make a Payment:Click here for the details. PLEASE PAY AFTER YOU HAVE SIGNED UP BELOW.

    Cancellation/Partial Attendance:   Please review the AOC cancellation policy.
    *Note:
  • Full Payment is due before June 27th to reserve your place on this trip otherwise you will be removed from the list.
  • It is your responsibility to get the payment in on time.
  • Please allow two days for processing a PayPal transaction and one week for a check.
  • If you cancel then you'll receive a refund of the event cost less $15.00 handling fee
  • If weather or some other event beyond our control causes the event to be canceled, then you will receive a full refund.