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October 2008
Volume 49 | Issue 588
On the cover: Photographer Craig O’Brien captured this shot of Lara Eisenberg throwing the peace sign during a formation skydiving load over Perris Valley Skydiving in California. |
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| FEATURES
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26 | International Recognition | by Rhonda Kaletz
This past August, formation skydivers and artistic events competitors battled inclement weather as well as each other during the World Parachuting Championships held in the small city of Maubeuge-La Salmagne, France.
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30 | Summerfest … and the Livin’ is Easy | by Erin Horton
This summer, Skydive Chicago kept boogie-goers well entertained with nine days of exhilarating jumping and an equal amount of late-night fun.
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38 | Luck of the Irish | by Victoria Smith
Three hundred and seventy five skydivers from around the world descended upon the quiet hamlet of Edenderry for 10 days of Celtic cheer, achieving many Irish skydiving milestones in the process.
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42 | The Power of P3 | by Jen McGowan
For jumpers who enjoy a challenge, Perris Performance Plus offers formation skydivers a chance to hone their skills. This July 4th weekend, the Power Play Invitational gave these jumpers a chance to show what determination and endurance can build.
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46 | Strapping Up |
a Parachutist Pictorial
This month’s pictorial features tandem instructors introducing their students to the beauty of the blue skies.
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