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2009 - 5th Annual GA Mountain Fly-In

Dates: August 13th - 16th, 2009


Registration Fees:
$60 for the event per person - Rider
$40 for the event per person - Non-Rider
$30 for the event per child 15 & under w/ paid parent

- This includes a catered dinner on Saturday night.
NOTE: The same fee applies to all attendees no matter how many days you are present - remember you are supporting the "event" to help cover fuel costs
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Location: The Ridges Resort & Club on Lake Chatuge, Hiawassee, GA

 

What a blast!  Last year was the best ever.  The return of the amazing "Marshmouth" contest was a lot of fun!  Trust me - you DO NOT want to miss this!!  Tons of scheduled clinics to help you focus on one particular trick.  "Chick Boat" on Saturday.  This is for ladies only so you do not feel intimidated by anyone with a "Y" Chromosome.  Catered dinner Saturday night.  Totally Awesome design for Event T-Shirts.  And who could forget the indoor go-cart races at Fun World on Friday night! - Don't forget to wear shoes and not flip-flops.

New Product Demo

We have made arrangements with some of the product manufacturers to have their latest products on-hand for you to try - at no cost to you!  Just fill out a little bit of paperwork and go take it for a spin.  It'll be yours for 2 hours.  No need to go ask somebody you don't know that well and no need to worry about leaving them without a ride.  Plus, This way you get to ride the product as the manufacturer designed it -  without any personal modifications.  On hand will be products from Geno Yauchler, Foiltech, Xtreme Foils and SkySki.

Click Here to see a Schedule of Events

Important Information:
Room Rates: $119 / night
Villa Rentals: $250 / night - 2 bedroom, $350 / night - 3 bedroom, $400 / night - 4 bedroom.  We encourage you to group with friends and get a Villa.  They are fully furnished condos.
Free covered boat slip for the first 10 boats - $15 / night after that.
Click Here to contact the Ridges Resort

If you prefer to camp, Click Here for the campground

Click Here to see what Fun World has to offer

If you are planning on bringing a boat - Please let us know so we can get an idea of how many we will have.

Fly-In's are a GREAT place to ride with other foilers and get tips on improving you skillz!  We are also going to have several brand new products available for you to "test drive" before you buy!  With all of the new foils, wings, tbars, seats, etc. - how do you know which one is right for you?  This will be your chance to try the latest and greatest products hot off the CNC machine.


Requirements: Active USA Water Ski Membership (This is a must if you plan to ski or ride in any designated tow boat or ski).

UPDATE: USA Water Ski no longer offers a $10 event registration.  Click Here for details: http://www.usawaterski.org/pages/Join.html

* * NOTE: There will be NO alcoholic beverages allowed on any of the official towboats.  If you have been drinking during the day, you will not be allowed to ski that day.  So, please wait until the end of the day.

This is sure to be a GREAT event! Hosted in the beautifully scenic North Georgia Mountains on Lake Chatuge. Located in Hiawassee - Towns County Georgia, the area offers much more that a great lake to hydrofoil on. The host hotel, The Ridges Resort also offers Mountain Adventures, The Ridges Resorts on property outfitters. Mountain Adventures can set up outings for groups or families including White Water Rafting Trips, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Tubing, Waterfall Trips, Guided Lake Fishing, Guided Trout Fishing, Fall Leaf Viewing, Wine & Cheese Cruises, Appalachian Trail Hikes, Pontoon Rentals, Canoe Rentals, Sailboat Rentals, Jet Ski Rentals, Kayak Rentals, Bicycle Rentals, Fishing Boat Rentals, Mountain Golf Packages, and House Boat Rentals. The Ridges Resort also offers on-site spa and salon services. Enjoy our Tennis Court, Volleyball Court, Lakeside Walking Paths, Outdoor pool, Jacuzzis, Gym, and Marina. And most importantly, the Finest food and beverage service in the North Georgia Mountains. And located at Fun World you'll find a four theatre cinema (one large screen format), batting cages, arcade games, laser tag and plenty more.

If you plan on bringing a boat to the GA Mountain Fly-In, here are some of the GA boating laws:

1) At least one Type I, II or III PFD for each person in the boat.
2) One Type IV Throwable PFD
3) Skier must wear a Type I, II or III PFD.
4) Passengers under the age of 10 must wear a PFD anytime the boat is underway.
5) If a boat is towing a skier there must be at least one competent observer or a mirror.
6) Boat driver can not be under the influence of any drugs or alcohol.
7) No skiing between official Sunset and Official Sunrise.
8) Must have a Type B fire extinguisher on board.
9) No boat is permitted to be under power (more than an idle) within 100 feet of a dock or another vessel.
10) Boat Driver must have a valid drivers license with them.