September, 2003

27th Annual Lakeside Event
By Max Fanderl

Invermere, August 8th and 9th 2003

Thanks to all the Sponsors, Volunteers and Pilots to make this event so much fun. We had a great weekend. 80 pilots showed up and if the fires situation had not been, we would have had over 100 pilots.

The crowd was great and we had a lot of entertainment with flying, ground handling demos and a Mr. And Mrs. Lakeside competition.

The drop in party was a very successful turn out. We had over 200 people enjoying the free beer (3 keg's) and bratwurst and live music from Brian (Cello), Marissa (Violin) and John (drums). Besides the Music, Bratwurst and Beer we had it was great to have the equipment expo with Paraglide Canada, Muller Wind Sports and SkyRide Aviation.

The awards and party was at the Lakeside Pub with a great buffet and dance with the TR3 Band.

Hang Gliding:
1.) John Janssen (Calgary)
2.) Rick Mercier (Fernie) with Co-Pilot Penny
Powers (Canmore)
3.) Ross Hunter (Edmonton)

Paragliding:
1.) Eric Oddy (Brisco)
2.) Fanderl Max (Invermere)
3.) Tony Howes (Calgary)

This event was not just for fun. It was a great opportunity for the public/spectators to see more about our sport. In addition this years event generated 18 new members for the HPAC.

We are looking forward to the 28th Annual Lakeside on August 7th/2004
For more information visit: http://www.lakesideevent.com