Judges: Charlie Sotich (Chief), Ed Grys and Paul Fieber
Number of Competitors: 7
Number of Kites: 20

In 2011 the 33rd Annual National Convention will be held in WIldwood, New Jersey September 26th - October 1st

• 2011 Convention - You’re invited!
• Convention Schedule
• AKA Auction Donor Form (80.11 kB)
• Sport Kite Precision Compulsory Figures

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?

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 http://aka.kite.org/resources/publications/doc_download/397-2011-convention-schedule

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.

The table schedules on pages 3-6 give you a quick snapshot of the week’s events, but look closer for program details.

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 & 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.

And don’t forget to visit http://aka.kite.org/events/convention/next-convention for more information on the convention including lodging, parking, driving on the beach, apparel photos and more.

If you haven’t yet registered there is still time – go to https://kite.org/aka/secure/con_reg.php 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.

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

Judges: Charlie Sotich (Chief), David Butler and Paul Fieber

MORE THAN JUST A DAY AT THE BEACH

WILDWOOD 2011

ARE YOU READY TO HAVE FUN?

HOTELS

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"!

Dates: Please note; you must enter dates of arrival and departure for the search feature to work.

AKA rates are ONLY guaranteed if you book your hotel through our reservations system using one of these methods:
Online registration: http://aka.kite.org/2011wildwoodhotels
Phone registration or lodging questions: Toll free at 800-992-9732 or direct at 609-846-2736.

• Days Inn of Wildwood - $79 - $159
• Free parking, WI-FI, kitchens
• 4610 Ocean Avenue

• Oceanic Motel $82 -$142
• Free parking, WI-FI, refrigerators
• 4600 Ocean Ave

• Marlane Motel Rates start at $72
• Free parking, non-smoking, kitchenettes
• 4310 Atlantic Ave

• Caprice Motel $75 - $95
• WI-FI, refrigerators, microwaves
• 4200 Ocean Ave

PARKING

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 & Saturday of approximately $6.00 a day. Walk or share the ride with an old friend or even a new friend!

APPAREL

This year's event will feature four pieces of souvenir clothing for sale; guaranteed available if ordered before August 14, 2011.

· Men's silkscreened T-Shirts

• $25: M-XL
• $30: 2X-4X
• $40: 5X & 6X

· Women's v-neck silkscreened T-Shirts

• $25:S-XL
• $30: 2X

· Polo Shirts-Embroidered

• $40:M-XL
• $48:2X-4X
• $55: 5X & 6X

· Full Zip Hoodie;Embroidered Sweatshirts

• $42:M-XL
• $50: 2X

Stay tuned to the AKA website for updated information as it becomes available.

Billings, Montana
October 4^th - 6^th

Buggy Races

Ocean Shores, WA

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
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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
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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