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<table class="year" border="1" cellspacing="0"> <caption><strong>2011 Miniature Kite Challenge<br />Wildwood, NJ<br /><br /></strong></caption><colgroup span="1"><col span="1" width="50"></col><col span="1" width="550"></col></colgroup> <tbody> <tr> <th colspan="2">BEST FLIGHT</th> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">1^st</td> <td>Donna Houchins - Kite: White Tiger<br /></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">2^nd</td> <td>Donna Houchins - Kite: Butterfly<br /></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">3^rd</td> <td>Susie Jo Skinner - Kite: Heart Sled<br /></td> </tr> <tr> <th colspan="2">MOST BEAUTIFUL</th> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">1^st</td> <td>Donna Houchins - Kite: Butterfly<br /></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">2^nd</td> <td>Donna Houchins - Kite: White Tiger<br /></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">3^rd</td> <td>Susie Jo Skinner - Kite: Heart Sled<br /></td> </tr> <tr> <th colspan="2">MOST ORIGINAL</th> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">1^st</td> <td>Donna Houchins - Kite: White Tiger<br /></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">2^nd</td> <td>Donna Houchins - Kite: Butterfly</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">3^rd</td> <td>Jim Martin - Kite: Plants &amp; Zombies<br /></td> </tr> <tr> <th colspan="2">SMALLEST SIZE</th> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">1^st</td> <td>Susie Jo Skinner - Kite: White Sled<br /></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">2^nd</td> <td>Jim Martin - Kite: Half-life</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">3^rd</td> <td>Harold Ames - Kite: Square Inch<br /></td> </tr> <tr> <th colspan="2">GRAND CHAMPION</th> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="2" align="center">Donna Houchins - Kite: White Tiger<br /></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <br /> <br /> <pre>Judges: Charlie Sotich (Chief), Ed Grys and Paul Fieber<br />Number of Competitors: 7<br />Number of Kites: 20</pre>

<table class="year" border="1" cellspacing="0"> <caption><strong>2011 Miniature Kite Challenge<br />Wildwood, NJ<br /><br /></strong></caption><colgroup span="1"><col span="1" width="50"></col><col span="1" width="550"></col></colgroup> <tbody> <tr> <th colspan="2">BEST FLIGHT</th> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">1^st</td> <td>Donna Houchins - Kite: White Tiger<br /></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">2^nd</td> <td>Donna Houchins - Kite: Butterfly<br /></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">3^rd</td> <td>Susie Jo Skinner - Kite: Heart Sled<br /></td> </tr> <tr> <th colspan="2">MOST BEAUTIFUL</th> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">1^st</td> <td>Donna Houchins - Kite: Butterfly<br /></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">2^nd</td> <td>Donna Houchins - Kite: White Tiger<br /></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">3^rd</td> <td>Susie Jo Skinner - Kite: Heart Sled<br /></td> </tr> <tr> <th colspan="2">MOST ORIGINAL</th> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">1^st</td> <td>Donna Houchins - Kite: White Tiger<br /></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">2^nd</td> <td>Donna Houchins - Kite: Butterfly</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">3^rd</td> <td>Jim Martin - Kite: Plants &amp; Zombies<br /></td> </tr> <tr> <th colspan="2">SMALLEST SIZE</th> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">1^st</td> <td>Susie Jo Skinner - Kite: White Sled<br /></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">2^nd</td> <td>Jim Martin - Kite: Half-life</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">3^rd</td> <td>Harold Ames - Kite: Square Inch<br /></td> </tr> <tr> <th colspan="2">GRAND CHAMPION</th> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="2" align="center">Donna Houchins - Kite: White Tiger<br /></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <br /> <br /> <pre>Judges: Charlie Sotich (Chief), Ed Grys and Paul Fieber<br />Number of Competitors: 7<br />Number of Kites: 20</pre> 2011-08-26T05:47:12Z 2011-08-26T05:47:12Z http://aka.kite.org/events/convention/91-current-convention/384-2011con-highlights AKA cameomag@embarqmail.com

<br /> <table border="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"> <!-- THIS YEAR --> <tbody> <tr> <td align="center" valign="top"><img src="http://aka.kite.org/images/stories/convention/logos/con2011logo.gif" border="0" alt="2011 convention logo" width="150" height="149" align="ABSCENTER" /></td> <td><strong>In 2011 the<br /> 33^rd Annual National Convention<br />will be held in <br /> <a href="http://www.wildwoodsnj.com/" target="location">WIldwood, New Jersey</a><br /> September 26^th - October 1^st</strong><br /> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <ul type="DISC"> <li style="padding-bottom: 5px; font-weight: bold;"><a href="http://aka.kite.org/events/convention/next-convention" title="Details on the AKA 2011 Convention">2011 Convention - You’re invited!</a></li> <li style="padding-bottom:5px;font-weight:bold;"><a class="doclink" href="http://aka.kite.org/resources/publications/doc_download/397-2011-convention-schedule">Convention Schedule</a><img src="http://aka.kite.org/components/com_docman/themes/default/images/icons/16x16/pdf.png" border="0" alt="icon" /> </li> <li><a class="doclink" href="http://aka.kite.org/index.php?option=com_docman&amp;task=doc_download&amp;gid=246&amp;Itemid=94">AKA Auction Donor Form (<span class="small">80.11 kB</span>)</a><img src="http://aka.kite.org/components/com_docman/themes/default/images/icons/16x16/pdf.png" border="0" alt="icon" /> </li> <li style="padding-bottom:5px;"><a href="http://aka.kite.org/events/convention/91-current-convention/353-2011-akagn-precision-figures">Sport Kite Precision Compulsory Figures</a></li> </ul> <p>Hello AKA Members! With a month left until convention; it’s time to think about packing! No, not your clothes– what kind of kites and kite paraphernalia do you need to bring?</p> <p>We’ve got the answers for you and they are all listed in the Convention Onsite Program which is posted on the AKA website at <a href="http://aka.kite.org/resources/publications/doc_download/397-2011-convention-schedule">http://aka.kite.org/resources/publications/doc_download/397-2011-convention-schedule</a></p> <p>And though there can always be changes due to weather and/or individual schedules, the program lists the events, dates, times, locations and details about all the convention programs.</p> <p>The table schedules on pages 3-6 give you a quick snapshot of the week’s events, but look closer for program details.</p> <p>Workshops are alphabetical from page 9-12, Competitions from 14-17, and then we get to the REALLY fun stuff! There are more challenges this year than any other AKA in history; check out pages 20 &amp; 21 to see what you need to bring to take them on! You may want to pack a kite you made for participation in the Art Gallery in the Sky or a white kite for the Angel Fly. Marla has again thrown down the “fun gauntlet” so get your kite hat, tie and jewelry in that suitcase; see page 20 for details. And did you know the MegaFlag will make a “personal appearance” at the convention, read page 19 for more information.</p> <p>And don’t forget to visit <a href="http://aka.kite.org/events/convention/next-convention">http://aka.kite.org/events/convention/next-convention</a> for more information on the convention including lodging, parking, driving on the beach, apparel photos and more.</p> <p>If you haven’t yet registered there is still time – go to <a href="https://kite.org/aka/secure/con_reg.php">https://kite.org/aka/secure/con_reg.php</a> and get signed up, you just need your AKA member number and email address! After September 15th you may still sign up at the AKA registration desk at the Wildwoods Convention Center.</p> <p>If you have additional questions, feel free to call me at 541-992-3482. We are looking forward to a great party in Wildwood – see you there! Maggie Vohs – Convention Manager</p>

<br /> <table border="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"> <!-- THIS YEAR --> <tbody> <tr> <td align="center" valign="top"><img src="http://aka.kite.org/images/stories/convention/logos/con2011logo.gif" border="0" alt="2011 convention logo" width="150" height="149" align="ABSCENTER" /></td> <td><strong>In 2011 the<br /> 33^rd Annual National Convention<br />will be held in <br /> <a href="http://www.wildwoodsnj.com/" target="location">WIldwood, New Jersey</a><br /> September 26^th - October 1^st</strong><br /> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <ul type="DISC"> <li style="padding-bottom: 5px; font-weight: bold;"><a href="http://aka.kite.org/events/convention/next-convention" title="Details on the AKA 2011 Convention">2011 Convention - You’re invited!</a></li> <li style="padding-bottom:5px;font-weight:bold;"><a class="doclink" href="http://aka.kite.org/resources/publications/doc_download/397-2011-convention-schedule">Convention Schedule</a><img src="http://aka.kite.org/components/com_docman/themes/default/images/icons/16x16/pdf.png" border="0" alt="icon" /> </li> <li><a class="doclink" href="http://aka.kite.org/index.php?option=com_docman&amp;task=doc_download&amp;gid=246&amp;Itemid=94">AKA Auction Donor Form (<span class="small">80.11 kB</span>)</a><img src="http://aka.kite.org/components/com_docman/themes/default/images/icons/16x16/pdf.png" border="0" alt="icon" /> </li> <li style="padding-bottom:5px;"><a href="http://aka.kite.org/events/convention/91-current-convention/353-2011-akagn-precision-figures">Sport Kite Precision Compulsory Figures</a></li> </ul> <p>Hello AKA Members! With a month left until convention; it’s time to think about packing! No, not your clothes– what kind of kites and kite paraphernalia do you need to bring?</p> <p>We’ve got the answers for you and they are all listed in the Convention Onsite Program which is posted on the AKA website at <a href="http://aka.kite.org/resources/publications/doc_download/397-2011-convention-schedule">http://aka.kite.org/resources/publications/doc_download/397-2011-convention-schedule</a></p> <p>And though there can always be changes due to weather and/or individual schedules, the program lists the events, dates, times, locations and details about all the convention programs.</p> <p>The table schedules on pages 3-6 give you a quick snapshot of the week’s events, but look closer for program details.</p> <p>Workshops are alphabetical from page 9-12, Competitions from 14-17, and then we get to the REALLY fun stuff! There are more challenges this year than any other AKA in history; check out pages 20 &amp; 21 to see what you need to bring to take them on! You may want to pack a kite you made for participation in the Art Gallery in the Sky or a white kite for the Angel Fly. Marla has again thrown down the “fun gauntlet” so get your kite hat, tie and jewelry in that suitcase; see page 20 for details. And did you know the MegaFlag will make a “personal appearance” at the convention, read page 19 for more information.</p> <p>And don’t forget to visit <a href="http://aka.kite.org/events/convention/next-convention">http://aka.kite.org/events/convention/next-convention</a> for more information on the convention including lodging, parking, driving on the beach, apparel photos and more.</p> <p>If you haven’t yet registered there is still time – go to <a href="https://kite.org/aka/secure/con_reg.php">https://kite.org/aka/secure/con_reg.php</a> and get signed up, you just need your AKA member number and email address! After September 15th you may still sign up at the AKA registration desk at the Wildwoods Convention Center.</p> <p>If you have additional questions, feel free to call me at 541-992-3482. We are looking forward to a great party in Wildwood – see you there! Maggie Vohs – Convention Manager</p> 2011-08-25T18:45:43Z 2011-08-25T18:45:43Z http://aka.kite.org/events/convention/91-current-convention/353-2011-akagn-precision-figures AKA sitemaster@aka.kite.org

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<table class="year" border="1" cellspacing="0"> <caption><strong>2010 Miniature Kite Challenge<br />Seaside, OR<br /><br /></strong></caption><colgroup span="1"><col span="1" width="50"></col><col span="1" width="550"></col></colgroup> <tbody> <tr> <th colspan="2">BEST FLIGHT</th> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">1^st</td> <td>Susie Jo Skinner - Kite: 4 Bears Train<br /></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">2^nd</td> <td>Susie Jo Skinner - Kite: Frank Lloyd Wright Tube<br /></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">3^rd</td> <td>Susie Jo Skinner - Kite: Garfield the Cat<br /></td> </tr> <tr> <th colspan="2">MOST BEAUTIFUL</th> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">1^st</td> <td>Susie Jo Skinner - Kite: 4 Bears Train<br /></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">2^nd</td> <td>Don Mock - Kite: X Marks the Spot<br /></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">3^rd</td> <td>Susie Jo Skinner - Kite: Garfield the Cat<br /></td> </tr> <tr> <th colspan="2">MOST ORIGINAL</th> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">1^st</td> <td>Susie Jo Skinner - Kite: 4 Bears Train<br /></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">2^nd</td> <td>Barbara Meyer - Kite: Chula</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">3^rd</td> <td>Susie Jo Skinner - Kite: Garfield the Cat<br /></td> </tr> <tr> <th colspan="2">SMALLEST SIZE</th> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">1^st</td> <td>Barbara Meyer - Kite: Blue Daisy Diamond<br /></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">2^nd</td> <td>Barbara Meyer - Kite: Crazy</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">3^rd</td> <td>Susie Jo Skinner - Kite: Garfield the Cat</td> </tr> <tr> <th colspan="2">GRAND CHAMPION</th> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="2" align="center">Susie Jo Skinner - Kite: 4 Bears Train<br /></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <br /> <br /> <pre>Judges: Charlie Sotich (Chief), David Butler and Paul Fieber</pre>

<table class="year" border="1" cellspacing="0"> <caption><strong>2010 Miniature Kite Challenge<br />Seaside, OR<br /><br /></strong></caption><colgroup span="1"><col span="1" width="50"></col><col span="1" width="550"></col></colgroup> <tbody> <tr> <th colspan="2">BEST FLIGHT</th> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">1^st</td> <td>Susie Jo Skinner - Kite: 4 Bears Train<br /></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">2^nd</td> <td>Susie Jo Skinner - Kite: Frank Lloyd Wright Tube<br /></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">3^rd</td> <td>Susie Jo Skinner - Kite: Garfield the Cat<br /></td> </tr> <tr> <th colspan="2">MOST BEAUTIFUL</th> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">1^st</td> <td>Susie Jo Skinner - Kite: 4 Bears Train<br /></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">2^nd</td> <td>Don Mock - Kite: X Marks the Spot<br /></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">3^rd</td> <td>Susie Jo Skinner - Kite: Garfield the Cat<br /></td> </tr> <tr> <th colspan="2">MOST ORIGINAL</th> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">1^st</td> <td>Susie Jo Skinner - Kite: 4 Bears Train<br /></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">2^nd</td> <td>Barbara Meyer - Kite: Chula</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">3^rd</td> <td>Susie Jo Skinner - Kite: Garfield the Cat<br /></td> </tr> <tr> <th colspan="2">SMALLEST SIZE</th> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">1^st</td> <td>Barbara Meyer - Kite: Blue Daisy Diamond<br /></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">2^nd</td> <td>Barbara Meyer - Kite: Crazy</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="center">3^rd</td> <td>Susie Jo Skinner - Kite: Garfield the Cat</td> </tr> <tr> <th colspan="2">GRAND CHAMPION</th> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="2" align="center">Susie Jo Skinner - Kite: 4 Bears Train<br /></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <br /> <br /> <pre>Judges: Charlie Sotich (Chief), David Butler and Paul Fieber</pre> 2011-04-07T06:00:00Z 2011-04-07T06:00:00Z http://aka.kite.org/events/convention/next-convention Maggie Vohs sitemaster@aka.kite.org

<!-- div.c10 {text-align: right;} span.c9 {font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;} span.c8 {mso-list: Ignore;} strong.c7 {mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;} span.c6 {text-decoration: underline;} li.c5 {list-style: none} div.c4 {text-align: center;} h2.c3 {text-align: center;} h1.c2 {text-align: center;} h3.c1 {text-align: center;} --> <h3 class="c1">MORE THAN JUST A DAY AT THE BEACH</h3> <h1 class="c2">WILDWOOD 2011</h1> <h2 class="c3">ARE YOU READY TO HAVE FUN?</h2> <div class="c4"> <p>September 26 - October 1, 2011 - Wildwood, NJ</p> <p> </p> </div> <h2>HOTELS</h2> <p>Wildwood offers a variety of hotels and we have been given great rates from four of them. There is no "large host hotel" in Wildwood; but I have heard from locals that the Oceanic is the spot for "cocktails and networking"!</p> <p>Dates: Please note; you must enter dates of arrival and departure for the search feature to work.</p> <p>AKA rates are ONLY guaranteed if you book your hotel through our reservations system using one of these methods: <br /> Online registration: <a href="http://aka.kite.org/2011wildwoodhotels">http://aka.kite.org/2011wildwoodhotels</a> <br /> Phone registration or lodging questions: Toll free at 800-992-9732 or direct at 609-846-2736.</p> <ul> <li class="c5">Days Inn of Wildwood - $79 - $159 </li> <li>Free parking, WI-FI, kitchens </li> <li>4610 Ocean Avenue </li> </ul> <ul> <li class="c5">Oceanic Motel $82 -$142 </li> <li>Free parking, WI-FI, refrigerators </li> <li>4600 Ocean Ave </li> </ul> <ul> <li class="c5">Marlane Motel Rates start at $72 </li> <li>Free parking, non-smoking, kitchenettes </li> <li>4310 Atlantic Ave </li> </ul> <ul> <li class="c5">Caprice Motel $75 - $95 </li> <li>WI-FI, refrigerators, microwaves </li> <li>4200 Ocean Ave </li> </ul> <h2>PARKING</h2> <p>As many of you know, it costs to park at the Wildwood Convention Center. We have secured complimentary parking for Monday-Thursday; but there will be a charge for Friday &amp; Saturday of approximately $6.00 a day. Walk or share the ride with an old friend or even a new friend!</p> <p> </p> <h2>APPAREL</h2> <p>This year's event will feature four pieces of souvenir clothing for sale; guaranteed available if ordered before August 14, 2011.</p> <p> </p> <p><span class="c9"><span class="c8">· </span></span>Men's silkscreened T-Shirts</p> <p><img src="http://photo.kite.org/conv2011/sm/tshirt_400.gif" border="0" alt="tshirt" width="360" height="400" /></p> <ul> <li>$25: M-XL </li> <li>$30: 2X-4X </li> <li>$40: 5X &amp; 6X </li> </ul> <p><span class="c9"><span class="c8">· </span></span>Women's v-neck silkscreened T-Shirts</p> <p><img src="http://photo.kite.org/conv2011/sm/ladies_vneck_296.gif" border="0" alt="ladies vneck" width="263" height="296" /></p> <ul> <li>$25:S-XL </li> <li>$30: 2X </li> </ul> <p><span class="c9"><span class="c8">· </span></span>Polo Shirts-Embroidered</p> <p><img src="http://photo.kite.org/conv2011/sm/polo_400.gif" border="0" alt="polo" width="370" height="400" /></p> <ul> <li>$40:M-XL </li> <li>$48:2X-4X </li> <li>$55: 5X &amp; 6X </li> </ul> <p><span class="c9"><span class="c8">· </span></span>Full Zip Hoodie;Embroidered Sweatshirts</p> <p><img src="http://photo.kite.org/conv2011/sm/hoodie_400.gif" border="0" alt="hoodie" width="326" height="400" /></p> <ul> <li>$42:M-XL </li> <li>$50: 2X </li> </ul> <p>Stay tuned to the AKA website for updated information as it becomes available.</p> <div class="c10">Maggie Vohs <br /> Convention Manager</div>

<!-- div.c10 {text-align: right;} span.c9 {font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;} span.c8 {mso-list: Ignore;} strong.c7 {mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;} span.c6 {text-decoration: underline;} li.c5 {list-style: none} div.c4 {text-align: center;} h2.c3 {text-align: center;} h1.c2 {text-align: center;} h3.c1 {text-align: center;} --> <h3 class="c1">MORE THAN JUST A DAY AT THE BEACH</h3> <h1 class="c2">WILDWOOD 2011</h1> <h2 class="c3">ARE YOU READY TO HAVE FUN?</h2> <div class="c4"> <p>September 26 - October 1, 2011 - Wildwood, NJ</p> <p> </p> </div> <h2>HOTELS</h2> <p>Wildwood offers a variety of hotels and we have been given great rates from four of them. There is no "large host hotel" in Wildwood; but I have heard from locals that the Oceanic is the spot for "cocktails and networking"!</p> <p>Dates: Please note; you must enter dates of arrival and departure for the search feature to work.</p> <p>AKA rates are ONLY guaranteed if you book your hotel through our reservations system using one of these methods: <br /> Online registration: <a href="http://aka.kite.org/2011wildwoodhotels">http://aka.kite.org/2011wildwoodhotels</a> <br /> Phone registration or lodging questions: Toll free at 800-992-9732 or direct at 609-846-2736.</p> <ul> <li class="c5">Days Inn of Wildwood - $79 - $159 </li> <li>Free parking, WI-FI, kitchens </li> <li>4610 Ocean Avenue </li> </ul> <ul> <li class="c5">Oceanic Motel $82 -$142 </li> <li>Free parking, WI-FI, refrigerators </li> <li>4600 Ocean Ave </li> </ul> <ul> <li class="c5">Marlane Motel Rates start at $72 </li> <li>Free parking, non-smoking, kitchenettes </li> <li>4310 Atlantic Ave </li> </ul> <ul> <li class="c5">Caprice Motel $75 - $95 </li> <li>WI-FI, refrigerators, microwaves </li> <li>4200 Ocean Ave </li> </ul> <h2>PARKING</h2> <p>As many of you know, it costs to park at the Wildwood Convention Center. We have secured complimentary parking for Monday-Thursday; but there will be a charge for Friday &amp; Saturday of approximately $6.00 a day. Walk or share the ride with an old friend or even a new friend!</p> <p> </p> <h2>APPAREL</h2> <p>This year's event will feature four pieces of souvenir clothing for sale; guaranteed available if ordered before August 14, 2011.</p> <p> </p> <p><span class="c9"><span class="c8">· </span></span>Men's silkscreened T-Shirts</p> <p><img src="http://photo.kite.org/conv2011/sm/tshirt_400.gif" border="0" alt="tshirt" width="360" height="400" /></p> <ul> <li>$25: M-XL </li> <li>$30: 2X-4X </li> <li>$40: 5X &amp; 6X </li> </ul> <p><span class="c9"><span class="c8">· </span></span>Women's v-neck silkscreened T-Shirts</p> <p><img src="http://photo.kite.org/conv2011/sm/ladies_vneck_296.gif" border="0" alt="ladies vneck" width="263" height="296" /></p> <ul> <li>$25:S-XL </li> <li>$30: 2X </li> </ul> <p><span class="c9"><span class="c8">· </span></span>Polo Shirts-Embroidered</p> <p><img src="http://photo.kite.org/conv2011/sm/polo_400.gif" border="0" alt="polo" width="370" height="400" /></p> <ul> <li>$40:M-XL </li> <li>$48:2X-4X </li> <li>$55: 5X &amp; 6X </li> </ul> <p><span class="c9"><span class="c8">· </span></span>Full Zip Hoodie;Embroidered Sweatshirts</p> <p><img src="http://photo.kite.org/conv2011/sm/hoodie_400.gif" border="0" alt="hoodie" width="326" height="400" /></p> <ul> <li>$42:M-XL </li> <li>$50: 2X </li> </ul> <p>Stay tuned to the AKA website for updated information as it becomes available.</p> <div class="c10">Maggie Vohs <br /> Convention Manager</div> 2010-09-17T08:13:54Z 2010-09-17T08:13:54Z http://aka.kite.org/events/convention/143-conv-misc/327-2001-buggy AKA mssusiejo@gmail.com

<h1>2001 AKA Sport Kite Grand Nationals</h1> <h2>Billings, Montana<br />October 4^th - 6^th</h2> <h2>Buggy Races</h2> <table border="1" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5"> <tbody> <tr> <th colspan="2">Pursuit Racing</th> </tr> <tr> <td>1</td> <td>Luk Stanek</td> </tr> <tr> <td>2</td> <td>Richard "Buggy Bison" Ridgeway</td> </tr> <tr> <td>3</td> <td>Eli Anderson</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <br /> <table border="1" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5"> <tbody> <tr> <th colspan="2">Circut Racing</th> </tr> <tr> <td>1</td> <td>Eli Anderson</td> </tr> <tr> <td>2</td> <td>Luk Stanek</td> </tr> <tr> <td>3</td> <td>Richard "Buggy Bison" Ridgeway</td> </tr> </tbody> </table>

<h1>2001 AKA Sport Kite Grand Nationals</h1> <h2>Billings, Montana<br />October 4^th - 6^th</h2> <h2>Buggy Races</h2> <table border="1" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5"> <tbody> <tr> <th colspan="2">Pursuit Racing</th> </tr> <tr> <td>1</td> <td>Luk Stanek</td> </tr> <tr> <td>2</td> <td>Richard "Buggy Bison" Ridgeway</td> </tr> <tr> <td>3</td> <td>Eli Anderson</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <br /> <table border="1" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5"> <tbody> <tr> <th colspan="2">Circut Racing</th> </tr> <tr> <td>1</td> <td>Eli Anderson</td> </tr> <tr> <td>2</td> <td>Luk Stanek</td> </tr> <tr> <td>3</td> <td>Richard "Buggy Bison" Ridgeway</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> 2010-09-17T08:12:48Z 2010-09-17T08:12:48Z http://aka.kite.org/events/convention/143-conv-misc/326-1999-buggy AKA mssusiejo@gmail.com

<h2><strong>1999 AKA National Buggy Races<br /> Muncie, IN</strong></h2> <table border="1" cellpadding="3" width="80%"> <caption><strong>Circut Race</strong></caption> <tbody> <tr valign="BOTTOM"> <td width="10%" align="CENTER">1</td> <td align="LEFT">Jeff Howard</td> </tr> <tr valign="BOTTOM"> <td width="10%" align="CENTER">2</td> <td align="LEFT">Bruce Kenkel</td> </tr> <tr valign="BOTTOM"> <td width="10%" align="CENTER">3</td> <td align="LEFT">Dean Jordan</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <table border="1" cellpadding="3" width="80%"> <caption><strong>Persuit Race</strong></caption> <tbody> <tr valign="BOTTOM"> <td width="10%" align="CENTER">1</td> <td align="LEFT">Larry Stiles</td> </tr> <tr valign="BOTTOM"> <td width="10%" align="CENTER">2</td> <td align="LEFT">Shannon Barry</td> </tr> <tr valign="BOTTOM"> <td width="10%" align="CENTER">3</td> <td align="LEFT">Luke Stannen</td> </tr> </tbody> </table>

<h2><strong>1999 AKA National Buggy Races<br /> Muncie, IN</strong></h2> <table border="1" cellpadding="3" width="80%"> <caption><strong>Circut Race</strong></caption> <tbody> <tr valign="BOTTOM"> <td width="10%" align="CENTER">1</td> <td align="LEFT">Jeff Howard</td> </tr> <tr valign="BOTTOM"> <td width="10%" align="CENTER">2</td> <td align="LEFT">Bruce Kenkel</td> </tr> <tr valign="BOTTOM"> <td width="10%" align="CENTER">3</td> <td align="LEFT">Dean Jordan</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <table border="1" cellpadding="3" width="80%"> <caption><strong>Persuit Race</strong></caption> <tbody> <tr valign="BOTTOM"> <td width="10%" align="CENTER">1</td> <td align="LEFT">Larry Stiles</td> </tr> <tr valign="BOTTOM"> <td width="10%" align="CENTER">2</td> <td align="LEFT">Shannon Barry</td> </tr> <tr valign="BOTTOM"> <td width="10%" align="CENTER">3</td> <td align="LEFT">Luke Stannen</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> 2010-09-17T08:11:24Z 2010-09-17T08:11:24Z http://aka.kite.org/events/convention/143-conv-misc/325-1998-buggy AKA mssusiejo@gmail.com

<h1>1998 AKA Grand National Kite Buggy Racing Results</h1> <h2>Ocean Shores, WA</h2> <table border="1" width="80%"> <tbody> <tr> <th colspan="2" align="CENTER">Circuit Race<br />Oct. 16th, 1998</th> </tr> <tr> <td align="CENTER">Place</td> <td align="CENTER">Competitor</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="CENTER">1</td> <td>Jeff Howard</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="CENTER">2</td> <td>Fritz Gramkowski</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="CENTER">3</td> <td>Richard Ridgway</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="CENTER">4</td> <td>Kurt Anderson</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="CENTER">5</td> <td>Dean Jordan</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="CENTER">6</td> <td>Mark Davis</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="CENTER">7</td> <td>David Jam</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <table border="1" width="80%"> <tbody> <tr> <th colspan="2" align="CENTER">Pursuit Race<br />Oct. 17th, 1998</th> </tr> <tr> <td align="CENTER">Place</td> <td align="CENTER">Competitor</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="CENTER">1</td> <td>Jeff Howard</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="CENTER">2</td> <td>Richard Ridgway (Buggy Bison)</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="CENTER">3</td> <td>Dean Jordan</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="CENTER">4</td> <td>Fritz Gramkowski</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="CENTER">5</td> <td>Mark Davis</td> </tr> </tbody> </table>

<h1>1998 AKA Grand National Kite Buggy Racing Results</h1> <h2>Ocean Shores, WA</h2> <table border="1" width="80%"> <tbody> <tr> <th colspan="2" align="CENTER">Circuit Race<br />Oct. 16th, 1998</th> </tr> <tr> <td align="CENTER">Place</td> <td align="CENTER">Competitor</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="CENTER">1</td> <td>Jeff Howard</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="CENTER">2</td> <td>Fritz Gramkowski</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="CENTER">3</td> <td>Richard Ridgway</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="CENTER">4</td> <td>Kurt Anderson</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="CENTER">5</td> <td>Dean Jordan</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="CENTER">6</td> <td>Mark Davis</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="CENTER">7</td> <td>David Jam</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <table border="1" width="80%"> <tbody> <tr> <th colspan="2" align="CENTER">Pursuit Race<br />Oct. 17th, 1998</th> </tr> <tr> <td align="CENTER">Place</td> <td align="CENTER">Competitor</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="CENTER">1</td> <td>Jeff Howard</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="CENTER">2</td> <td>Richard Ridgway (Buggy Bison)</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="CENTER">3</td> <td>Dean Jordan</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="CENTER">4</td> <td>Fritz Gramkowski</td> </tr> <tr> <td align="CENTER">5</td> <td>Mark Davis</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> 2010-09-17T08:10:29Z 2010-09-17T08:10:29Z http://aka.kite.org/events/convention/143-conv-misc/324-1997-buggy AKA mssusiejo@gmail.com

<h2>THE 1997 AKA NATIONAL CONVENTION<br />KITE BUGGY RACES<br />Wildwood, NJ</h2> <table border="3" width="80%" bgcolor="#aaccff"> <caption><span style="font-size: xx-small;">Circuit Race</span></caption> <tbody> <tr valign="TOP"> <th>PLACE</th> <th>CONTESTANT</th> </tr> <tr valign="TOP"> <td align="CENTER">1</td> <td align="CENTER">Jeff Howard</td> </tr> <tr valign="TOP"> <td align="CENTER">2</td> <td align="CENTER">Dean Jordan</td> </tr> <tr valign="TOP"> <td align="CENTER">3</td> <td align="CENTER">John Smith</td> </tr> <tr valign="TOP"> <td align="CENTER">4</td> <td align="CENTER">Kelly Reed</td> </tr> <tr valign="TOP"> <td align="CENTER">5</td> <td align="CENTER">Brian Vanderslice</td> </tr> <tr valign="TOP"> <td align="CENTER">6</td> <td align="CENTER">Keith Anderson</td> </tr> <tr valign="TOP"> <td align="CENTER">7</td> <td align="CENTER">John Tavolocci</td> </tr> <tr valign="TOP"> <td align="CENTER">8</td> <td align="CENTER">Dave Town</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <table border="3" width="80%" bgcolor="#aaccff"> <caption><span style="font-size: xx-small;">Pursuit Race</span></caption> <tbody> <tr valign="TOP"> <th>PLACE</th> <th>CONTESTANT</th> </tr> <tr valign="TOP"> <td align="CENTER">1</td> <td align="CENTER">Dave Town</td> </tr> <tr valign="TOP"> <td align="CENTER">2</td> <td align="CENTER">Dean Jordan</td> </tr> <tr valign="TOP"> <td align="CENTER">3</td> <td align="CENTER">John Tavolocie</td> </tr> <tr valign="TOP"> <td align="CENTER">4</td> <td align="CENTER">jeff Howard</td> </tr> <tr valign="TOP"> <td align="CENTER">5</td> <td align="CENTER">Keith Anderson</td> </tr> <tr valign="TOP"> <td align="CENTER">6</td> <td align="CENTER">John Smith</td> </tr> </tbody> </table>

<h2>THE 1997 AKA NATIONAL CONVENTION<br />KITE BUGGY RACES<br />Wildwood, NJ</h2> <table border="3" width="80%" bgcolor="#aaccff"> <caption><span style="font-size: xx-small;">Circuit Race</span></caption> <tbody> <tr valign="TOP"> <th>PLACE</th> <th>CONTESTANT</th> </tr> <tr valign="TOP"> <td align="CENTER">1</td> <td align="CENTER">Jeff Howard</td> </tr> <tr valign="TOP"> <td align="CENTER">2</td> <td align="CENTER">Dean Jordan</td> </tr> <tr valign="TOP"> <td align="CENTER">3</td> <td align="CENTER">John Smith</td> </tr> <tr valign="TOP"> <td align="CENTER">4</td> <td align="CENTER">Kelly Reed</td> </tr> <tr valign="TOP"> <td align="CENTER">5</td> <td align="CENTER">Brian Vanderslice</td> </tr> <tr valign="TOP"> <td align="CENTER">6</td> <td align="CENTER">Keith Anderson</td> </tr> <tr valign="TOP"> <td align="CENTER">7</td> <td align="CENTER">John Tavolocci</td> </tr> <tr valign="TOP"> <td align="CENTER">8</td> <td align="CENTER">Dave Town</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <table border="3" width="80%" bgcolor="#aaccff"> <caption><span style="font-size: xx-small;">Pursuit Race</span></caption> <tbody> <tr valign="TOP"> <th>PLACE</th> <th>CONTESTANT</th> </tr> <tr valign="TOP"> <td align="CENTER">1</td> <td align="CENTER">Dave Town</td> </tr> <tr valign="TOP"> <td align="CENTER">2</td> <td align="CENTER">Dean Jordan</td> </tr> <tr valign="TOP"> <td align="CENTER">3</td> <td align="CENTER">John Tavolocie</td> </tr> <tr valign="TOP"> <td align="CENTER">4</td> <td align="CENTER">jeff Howard</td> </tr> <tr valign="TOP"> <td align="CENTER">5</td> <td align="CENTER">Keith Anderson</td> </tr> <tr valign="TOP"> <td align="CENTER">6</td> <td align="CENTER">John Smith</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> 2010-09-17T08:09:33Z 2010-09-17T08:09:33Z http://aka.kite.org/events/convention/143-conv-misc/323-1996-banner AKA mssusiejo@gmail.com

<h2>1996 AKA National Convention Banner Challenge</h2> <pre>Ground displays : Kites and banners Judges : Tanna Haynes, Louis Debolt and Margerey Hawle CLUBS OR ORGINAZNTIONS 1 st San Diego Kite Club ( this years host club ) 2 nd South Jersey Kite Flyers ( next years host club ) 3 rd Keystone Kite Klub INDIVIDUALS 1 st Scott Hampton 2 nd Mark Browntown 3 rd Frank Kininsky -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ground displays Banners only Judges : Bob Hoderowski, Tanna Haynes, Louis Debolt and Margerey Hawley CLUBS OR ORGANIZATIONS 1 st South Jersey Kite Flyers 2 nd H.Q. Kites 3 rd Lavender Winds 4 th Leigh Valley Kite Society INDIVIDUALS 1st Scott Hampton 2 nd Scott E. Spencer 3 rd Betty Hirschmann 4 th Robin Gardner -------------------------------------------------------------------------- A Single Banner: Judges: everyone at the awards banquet CLUB OR ORGANIZATION 1 st Aerial Art 2 nd Animal House 3rd Leigh Valley Kite Society INDIVIDUAL 1 st Mary Baler 2 nd Jim Lowe 2 nd Barb Hall 2 nd Betty L. Hirschmann </pre>

<h2>1996 AKA National Convention Banner Challenge</h2> <pre>Ground displays : Kites and banners Judges : Tanna Haynes, Louis Debolt and Margerey Hawle CLUBS OR ORGINAZNTIONS 1 st San Diego Kite Club ( this years host club ) 2 nd South Jersey Kite Flyers ( next years host club ) 3 rd Keystone Kite Klub INDIVIDUALS 1 st Scott Hampton 2 nd Mark Browntown 3 rd Frank Kininsky -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ground displays Banners only Judges : Bob Hoderowski, Tanna Haynes, Louis Debolt and Margerey Hawley CLUBS OR ORGANIZATIONS 1 st South Jersey Kite Flyers 2 nd H.Q. Kites 3 rd Lavender Winds 4 th Leigh Valley Kite Society INDIVIDUALS 1st Scott Hampton 2 nd Scott E. Spencer 3 rd Betty Hirschmann 4 th Robin Gardner -------------------------------------------------------------------------- A Single Banner: Judges: everyone at the awards banquet CLUB OR ORGANIZATION 1 st Aerial Art 2 nd Animal House 3rd Leigh Valley Kite Society INDIVIDUAL 1 st Mary Baler 2 nd Jim Lowe 2 nd Barb Hall 2 nd Betty L. Hirschmann </pre>