Social

Co-Chairpersons:Janet Leota and Barbara Magnano
Liaison: Dawn Chase

Overview

Ballooning is a very social activity, and GEBA promotes the friendship and socialization aspects through a number of events and activities These are geographically located so as to equalize travel time for the multi-state membership.

General Meetings

Regular association meetings are held in February, May and November. Traditionally, these are on a Sunday afternoon, beginning with a (light) luncheon. In addition to association business, meetings either feature a special speaker, program or are held at location that correlates to aviation and/or ballooning.

Annual Dinner Dance

This event features good food, music, dancing, friendship and year end recognition for members, including: Competition, Photo Contest, Torok Sportsmanship and Decker Crew Scholarship awards. For a list of previous recipients, see the Recognition page.

Picnics

The club hosts several picnics throughout the flying season, providing an opportunity for members to gather, socialize and weather permitting a flyout.