Sign up to volunteer for ground crew at the 2024 Scott Spencer Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic

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Q: Who can “Crew” a balloon?
A: Pretty much anyone. We love families. It’s a great way for Mom, Dad and the kids to spend some quality time together. Smaller kids (under 13 yrs.) are welcome but need to be managed by their parents.
Unless they are with one of the several local clubs and organizations that come out and crew. Young people below the age of 18, won’t be able to crew without Dad and/or Mom.

Q: What will I be doing?
A: You’ll actually help ready the balloon for flight, help inflate it, launch it, chase it while it’s up in the sky, help it land, pack it up and return it to the launch site.

Q: How do I learn to do that?
A: No experience needed … your pilot will teach you what you need to know. There will be times of waiting around, so please do not wonder off with talking with the pilot.

Q: Is it hard work?
A: It can be, there is some lifting and packing the balloon around, so you should be in good physical condition. It's an adventure! There is lifting involved, if you have a bad back, please let me know as soon as possible.

Q: What should I bring with me?
A: Just yourself. Dressed in long pants (usually Levi’s), good, sturdy shoes (NO open-toed shoes permitted for crew members i.e. sandals, flip-flops) and leather gloves. (if you do not have gloves, no problem) You’ll want a jacket in the morning, this time of year it usually warms up fast, so dress in layers so you can shed down as the heat comes up.

Q: Will I get to ride if I volunteer?
A: Volunteering to help ground crew does not include a balloon ride.

Q: Is volunteering an all-day project?
A: Volunteers are needed for around 2.5 - 3 hours. Starting about an hour before launch and going until the balloon is down and packed up. (6:30 am - 9:00ish am)