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Killing time in Denver

I am flying commercial to Denver on Wednesday (April 10th, leaving on Sunday) and expect to have some idle time. Would like to do the pilot/tourist thing and visit an active GA airport in the area, possibly meet up with some Back Country members. Any suggestions? Thanks.

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Re: Killing time in Denver

You're welcome to come over to Boulder (KBDU). Lots to see and do around the PRB.
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Re: Killing time in Denver

I should have some free time this week, I would love to meet up.
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If this storm gets out of the way by Wednesday count me in for a meet at FTG, GXY, or wherever we could meet.
HC

ps: It's been so LONG since I flew anywhere I hope I don't get lost. :(
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Re: Killing time in Denver

It would be great to meet up with you guys, the airports mentioned (or any other in that vicinity) are within easy range. I will try to get a lock today, on what day/time my meeting will be and can be flexible beyond that. Will keep you updated, as soon as I know.

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Re: Killing time in Denver

A few of us are meeting Steve for brunch at the Perfect Landing (KAPA) tomorrow at 11:00am. Swing by if you get a chance.

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The Perfect Landing has hamburgers that TASTE like $100 burgers. Can't go wrong with anything on their menu. Great ramp and runway watching too. Just in case make sure to ask for a window table. Oh yeah leave time to browse the pilot store - the interior decorator really nailed it.
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Didn't make it for the get together...FOG!!
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Re: Killing time in Denver

There's always Casa Bonita.
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Re: Killing time in Denver

We had a great time, we'll have to do it again soon.

Greg, I'm always down for Casa Bonita and a walk through Black Beard's cave. When you in town next, we'll head on over and have dinner (bring your camera).
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Greg, I'm always down for Casa Bonita and a walk through Black Beard's cave. When you in town next, we'll head on over and have dinner (bring your camera).


I can just see Greg doing the high dive thing. :shock: [-X Now THAT would be Ohio Bush Planes video material.... #-o

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mountainmatt wrote:We had a great time, we'll have to do it again soon.

Greg, I'm always down for Casa Bonita and a walk through Black Beard's cave. When you in town next, we'll head on over and have dinner (bring your camera).


I've been living in the Denver area for about a decade now, and finally visited Casa Bonita for the first time last summer. I must admit, South Park made that restaurant! It was every thing it was built up to be: mediocre food, great memories from South Park, and an amusement park style eating experience.

Anyway, I'm sad I couldn't get the opportunity to meet you guys over at Centennial on Saturday... my work schedule usually gives me Sun-Tues off, which isn't overly compatible with the rest of America.
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Re: Killing time in Denver

Sorry, I missed you too. Closing weekend at the ski resorts and 15 inches of fresh powder...
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Re: Killing time in Denver

I was able to meet up with mountainmatt and Wirsig while in Denver, two great guys. A special thanks to Wirsig, who went above and beyond, taking me to some of the finer establishments in the Denver area. I will probably be back in the area later this summer for a few days, hope it will work out to meet with some of the ones we could not make connections with this time.

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Re: Killing time in Denver

My belly flops are limited to no more than 3 ft - and the water temp has to be above 80. Those are my personal minimums and I will not violate them - especially if there's a video camera anywhere near.

cubscout wrote:
Greg, I'm always down for Casa Bonita and a walk through Black Beard's cave. When you in town next, we'll head on over and have dinner (bring your camera).


I can just see Greg doing the high dive thing. :shock: [-X Now THAT would be Ohio Bush Planes video material.... #-o

Thanks. cubscout
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My belly flops are limited to no more than 3 ft - and the water temp has to be above 80. Those are my personal minimums and I will not violate them - especially if there's a video camera anywhere near.


Actually, that was intended for the OTHER Greg :lol:

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Re: Killing time in Denver

I get confoosed when we mix our code names in with the real 'uns. Why do I have to be Mr. Pink?

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