2008 Balloonmeister--Milton Smith
Launch Schedule
All launches are planned for the Northern Maine Fair Grounds*
Friday-5:30 a.m. & 5:30 p.m.
Saturday-5:30 a.m. & 5:30 p.m.
Sunday-5:30 a.m.
Balloon Glows
Friday and Saturday at Dusk
Actual start time is dependant upon when the pilots return from launch.
*All Launches are weather dependant. Actual launch site may change due to wind direction.
Flights are available from some commercial pilots. Cost of flights will be $180.00/person USD paid directly to the pilots. Flights will be on a first come first serve basis unless other arrangements are made. If you would like to make arrangements please contact us.
A special thanks to the Natural Resource and Conservation Service for help with pilot maps.
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Photo courtesy of Derik Smith
- Dress in layers, it can be very cool in the morning, but warm up noticeably, after sunrise.
- Don’t smoke anywhere near the balloons. Propane and cigarettes don't mix.
- Decide, among your group, on a place to meet in case you get separated or lost. Make sure children have some identification on them.
- Please don’t "drive and watch" at the same time. The balloons are a beautiful, but distracting sight.
- Please do not block the road. Move completely to the side of the road to watch. Be sure you are not blocking a driveway.
- Please be respectful of private property. Do not enter someones property with out permission.
Spectator Advice
Flys-Saturday AM Launch
Inflation at the Fairgrounds Friday and Saturday starting at 5:30p
A special thanks to Northeast Propane for onsite service to our pilots.
Crown of Maine Balloon Fest
Presque Isle, Maine August 21 to 24, 2008
Presque Isle Houlton
Thursday-5:30 p.m. with available pilots
Balloon Sponsors
in conjunction with
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Celebrating the 30th Anniversary of the Double Eagle II Transatlantic Flight
