JUST CONFIRMED the Chicago/Crosskeys Invasion.  Last year was a great time and they invited us back!!  N10EA will be flying there from December 28 till January 7th.  If you are looking for a Holiday getaway look no further.  Beach jumps, New Years Party, Organizers!!    Check out www.skydiveseb.com for more info. 

I'd like to get a few trips to the wind tunnel while we are in Florida.  The more time we book the better price we get.  If you are interested let me know and we'll get some trips together.  Rook@skydivechicago.com. 

Just got an update from the folks down in Sebastain. 

Dates are December 28th -January 7th
Location SKYDIVE SEBASTIAN
On board......This year skydive Chicago will be
hauling down a bunch of folks.
AIRCRAFT 3 Super Otters, 2 of which are Xkeys and the
Chicago otter.
ORGANIZING FREEFLY Rook Nelson Yonatan Ran(CK1 and
general good egg) Sebastian freefly..thats another 5
guys for you...
RDUB Our very own lovely Karl and Cherie, Pam
Riggs.... Also waiting to confirm a big name organizer
at this point.
WINGSUIT Organizing with Jeff of Tony suits free
demos.
We got 25 hours of tunnel time booked for every
evening except new years eve. (learnt that lesson in
2004!!!!!)

NEW YEARS PARTY............... This year we have Rook
nelson and Eric Deren Djing again if you missed last
year then you missed out these guys had everyone up
and dancing.
  Fire dancing, ice carving, Champagne toast,  ,
fireworks, If you partied with us last year then your
not going to want to miss this one as we are putting a
whole lot more money into this New years eve
spectacular so keep checking for updates
and spread the word.

Alot of the gear manufacturers will be present for the
boogie and we will be having a raffle again.
When you register at skydive Sebastian you will
recieve 2 raffle tickets which will automatically
enter you a chance to win some really good stuff...
And i mean really good stuff.
registration fee is $20 to be paid on arrival at
Skydive Sebastian.

FREE onsite camping, onsite cafe etc.
To check out the location of Skydive Sebastian or for
info on local hotels go to www.skydiveseb.com

TO FIND A CHEAP FLIGHT INTO ORLANDO TRY AIRTRAN
AIRWAYS, JET BLUE OR SPIRIT.  They usually have great
deals $59 one way.

FOR ANYBODY THAT IS RENTING GEAR FROM SQUARE 3 THEY
ARE BRINGING DOWN ALL OF THE RENTAL GEAR.....IF YOU
PLAN TO COME TO THIS BOOGIE AND YOU NEED A RIG PLEASE
SEE PAM AT SQUARE 3 SO SHE CAN ORGANIZE THE EQUIPMENT
SHE NEEDS TO TAKE.

SQUARE 3 WILL ALSO BE SELLING THE INVASION HOODIES AT
SKYDIVE SEBASTIAN, THEY ARE NOT INCLUDED THIS YEAR IN
YOUR REGISTRATION AS WE HAVE NO PRE REGISTRATION THIS
YEAR DUE TO LAST YEARS EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF PEOPLE. SO
SUPPORT SQUARE 3 AND BUY YOUR INVASION HOODIE. IT WILL
BE FIRST COME FIRST SERVED.

Just got another update from the friends down south. 

Lodging: Looking for a place to stay while at the Invasion?....

Key West Inn, Captain Hirams has offered Skydive Sebastian and all affiliated an excellent discount on rooms. So far 10 rooms are reserved for jumpers until November 15 at $89 plus tax per night. This is a $30 discount per night. Once the 10 rooms are booked another 10 will be reserved until December 15th. After December 15th all rooms will be regular price.

Another benefit of booking your room early is if you book through New Year’s Eve your rate of $89 will apply. If you would like to book only for New Year’s Eve then the room will be $199.

The Key West Inn’s website is accessible through Skydive Sebastian’s website. However, the reservations will only be available through telephone bookings. Key West Inn can be contacted at: 1-800-833-0555 or 772-388-8588 . If you have any problems with your reservation please contact Brenda at 772-581-6130 .

When you call for your reservation the discount code is: Skydive Invasion.

Florida State Head-Down Record Attempt:

December 28th through December 30th Luis Prinetto will be organizing the Florida State Head-Down Record Attempt. Rook Nelson will also be organizing the event. If you feel your skills are adequate to join the attempts please contact Luis Prinetto at luisprinetto@yahoo.com.