1) Wind must be calm. Since we will be loading / unloading people with physical limitations, that process requires a very stable platform and it can take a significantly longer amount of time. To minimize risk to all concerned, wind conditions must be calm. Typically, the calmest time for ballooning is early after sunrise and / or the last hour before sunset. Obviously, conditions can vary at different locations.
Please contact us concerning your proposed hours of operations.

2) The recommended tether site dimensions should be a square with 150 ft sides. There should be no overhead obstructions (trees, power lines, etc.) within another 100 ft of the sides of the box. Ideally, this location should be grass. Wheelchairs don't work well in dirt or thick grass. A "Loading Zone", such as a street or hard packed surface is great along one of the boxes sides. Preferably, the loading zone would not be located down wind of the balloon.
Please call with any questions or concerns regarding site selection.

If you need help or advice, please feel free to contact us...

Reach For The Stars Hot Air Balloon Foundation
Contact:
Carol & Pat Murphy
2683 Quail Rd.
Escondido, CA.
92026
PH: 760-738-4040
Email: info@reach4thestars.org