We bought the Groupon for a tandem jump to cross it off the list! But we picked Desert Skydiving because its a small, laid-back drop zone. We arrived when the place was just opening. Employees and jumpers were arriving, because everyone was so friendly it was hard to know who worked there and who didn't. Being a little nervous, this was a good thing. Lots of friendly people sharing there experiences put us at ease.
Gary, the owner and videographer, gave us our training and showed us the multiple levels of safety that are included in their tandem equipment. Next was the jump! Because of how comfortable everyone made us feel falling out of a plane at 10,000+ feet seemed perfectly normal. The free fall was exhilarating, but at the same time peaceful! Thanks Mark for the AMAZING first jump!
Skydiving has been crossed off the list, but a static line jump has been added!