Bslloon classic ischedule for hof pro#

Bslloon classic ischedule for hof pro#

Pilot Mike Lorentz prepares his balloon, 'Wasting Time,' to inflate for the the 2022 Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival Balloon Classic. There are a sequence of steps people have to go through to get certified, and that usually starts with being a crew member. Lorentz compared the training to get certified by the Federal Aviation Administration and become a pilot to the requirements for getting a driver's license. More: 'This never gets old.' Minerva teacher designs, builds his own hot air balloon

Though some might assume working with hot air balloons is complicated and hard to get involved in, Lorentz said, all it takes is a little commitment and anyone can be well on their way to becoming a balloonist. Schweizer added that the couple's oldest daughter, who is 2 1/2, was steadfast in wanting to ride in one. 'I was a little disappointed when I saw they weren't going to fly, but it's so exciting just to see them because you don't see hot air balloons that often,' Arbaugh said. This year, they came as a family to enjoy the festivities. Ashley Arbaugh and Derrick Schweizer had attended the Balloon Classic for about 10 years before they had children. Ballooning events continue Saturday.Īmong the crowd were several couples who brought their children to enjoy the media flight.

Jackson Duda, 12, of Perry Township, gives his sister, Maggie Duda, 2, a lift while they keep their eye on the balloons during the 2022 Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival Balloon Classic's media flight on Friday. Those in the crowd were able to easily witness the process to get a hot air balloon in the sky, albeit much lower than normal. He added that although he would have preferred to fly, being grounded allows spectators to see the balloons up close. 'It's just not worth the risk to go that direction, which is unfortunate, because we want to fly and not stay on the ground.' 'I looked at a little bit of weather this morning and I was concerned about the direction (of wind) because it was toward Canton, and it would be kind of slow. If you can't get past the city, there's no place to really land in the city,' said Lorentz, of Marlboro Township. Mike Lorentz, one of the pilots, said he was disappointed he couldn't fly his balloon, a colorful patchwork of fabric named 'Wasting Time,' though he understood why the decision was made. 8:00 a.m.Pilot Henry Rosenbaum of Mechanicsville, Virginia, floats the Pro Football Hall of Fame sponsored balloon at the 2022 Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival Balloon Classic's media flight on Friday morning.5:00 p.m. ENSHRINEES' GOLD JACKET CEREMONY.Noon - 4 p.m. HOF FUN FEST & BEER FEST.Memorial Civic Center and Cultural Center.CLASS OF 2020 AUTOGRAPH SESSION PRESENTED BY PANINI Noon - 7 p.m. HOF FUN FEST & BEER FEST (TILL 7:00 p.m.).Downtown Canton to Pro Football Hall of Fame.PLAY FOOTBALL FIRST PLAY PRESENTED BY PANINI COMMUNITY PARADE PRESENTED BY AULTCARE Parking for both Enshrinements, Concert for Legends and for the Pro Football Hall of Fame will be available at the Stark County Fairgrounds, where shuttles will be available to transport fans.įor events at the Canton Memorial Civic Center, a pre-purchased parking permit is required for the on-site parking deck, and can be purchased online at 2021 Schedule of Events The Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce's Pro Football Hall of Fame Festival division of as well as the Pro Football Hall of Fame say they are expecting larger than usual crowds due to the double enshrinement. 'If an individual has symptoms of COVID-19, they should get tested and stay home and away from others.' Where should visitors park? The Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce's Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival division echoed a similar statement.Īlthough masks are optional for guests, 'all employees, volunteers and guests should watch out for symptoms of COVID-19, especially if they have been around someone who is sick,' Floyd said. 'We are following NFL and state of Ohio protocols,' he added. 'We are encouraging any fan who has not been vaccinated fully to wear a mask,' Desrosiers said. The question on many minds is likely whether people will have to wear masks at the events. The Class of 2021 Autograph Session will take place at noon Aug. 7 at the Hall of Fame, and the Returning Gold Jackets Autograph Session will take place at noon Aug. 7 and Aug. 8.