ArcherFallsAirfield Posted September 18, 2013 Author Posted September 18, 2013 Hey folks, if you are planning to call in to Archer Falls Airfield Fly In Drive In, we'd love to see you...here's some housekeeping: 1. If you would like to arrive early (Friday) we can handle early arrivals and find you a camp underwing or whichever you are aiming for.....self cater Friday night, though food starts in earnest 7am Saturday...through to Sunday sunset (though we may be able to keep the BBQ going until later if supplies hold out) 2. Flyin pilots - receive free entry and camp, only tickets for passengers and others to sort on arrival...camping family (or 2 adults and upto 6kids) two day entry + one night $50, add another $10 only for each extra night camping....singles $25 + $5 for each extra night... IF YOU ARE FLYING IN FOR THE DAY OR CAMPING PLEASE LET AIRFIELD PERSONNEL KNOW ON ARRIVAL - 3. Saturday night two options.... Gala dinner - spit roasted beef, lamb, pork, chicken accompanied by roast seasonal vegetables, and now also mixed salad platters, followed by a lovely dessert slice & cream, tea/coffee...lucky door prize, raffle, and a charity auction....guest speaker - worth hearing he's won 2 presidential awards from President Bush USA for his efforts in years gone by.... This one needs bookings please - limited tickets - $25pp OR Country campfire hearty beef/veg casserole + damper, with tea/coffee - bookings only if you are bringing the whole tribe - $10pp BOTH DINNERS FOLLOWED BY LIVE MUSIC - THE HI-BOYS BAND - rockabilly, countrybilly, rock'n'roll until midnight.... 4.CHARITY AUCTION - LIMITED TO A DOZEN ITEMS.....we've been presented some exceptional aviation art limited edition prints from internationally renowned artist David Marshall - the prints on offer are from originals in the RAAF heritage collection....thanks David, we hope to do justice to these....we've also been offered a couple of unique/unusual items such as a vintage Max Electra radio in immaculate condition, etc, so we've decided to auction these following dinner - proceeds to the fundraising efforts for RFDS and the community service groups working at the event... 5. We welcome all, and hope you enjoy Archer Falls Airfield...knowing we are really a 300 acre property that happens to have a main, and cross runway....so please don't expect the 'hilton' though we do hope you will be pleasantly surprised... while the facilities are basic, our hospitality is warm, the drinks cold, the food hot, and the 'club area' is always popular....by the way, suggestions have been coming to start a club, if you are interested please let us know....our philosophy is simple.....Archer Falls Airfield Aero Club to launch (officially, as it's always been unofficial) to provide opportunity for flyers to do what they do best, enjoy flying, eat, drink and enjoy great times, while we raise awareness and funds for charities that need our help....likely the only compulsory thing will be to visit at least once or twice a year for the social events(with the shortest meetings we can legally manage) ....with great food, drink and company....email us if this if of interest, [email protected] (as soon as we get through this event we'll be ready to get organised we hope) We are often asked to have events at home, and as long as folk can take us as we are, believe in flying for flying's sake, and like us believe charity and community is important we would like to continue doing what we do.... In the meantime, please consider calling in for the October event, even if just for a few hours, the more the merrier.... OH, ALMOST FORGOT....most of you would know the name Barry Tapsall from car racing...he wandered by last week and has now booked to come for this event, and we've been cheeky enough to ask him to help judge the show'n'shine!
Ballpoint 246niner Posted October 6, 2013 Posted October 6, 2013 What an absolutely fantastic aviation weekend! IMHO the best venue in SE Qld and the best and hardest working team in Ron & Edith and ably supported group from Wings of Life and Griffith Uni and the huge number of volunteers. the evening auction and dinner was an absolute hit- Thank you to the RFDS and SES as well. The model guys rock too and the serenity of watching a sunset paraglider while sipping a cold one are unforgettable. Sharing the joy and skill of flight with the public and young aspiring aviators is the best thing in aviation. THANK YOU ARCHER FALLS. 2
NovemberFoxtrot Posted October 6, 2013 Posted October 6, 2013 It was a good weekend that's for sure! Thanks for taking me up in Savannah 8020 Neil :)
Ballpoint 246niner Posted October 8, 2013 Posted October 8, 2013 My It was a good weekend that's for sure! Thanks for taking me up in Savannah 8020 Neil :) My Pleasure!
ArcherFallsAirfield Posted November 18, 2013 Author Posted November 18, 2013 Morning all, Archer Falls Airfield Fundraising newsletter 2013 has been published, it's a tiny bit big to upload here, though please log on to www.archerfalls.com.au and feel free to download it from there....(it is only about 2mb)...while you are there check out the awesome images of LED model planes night flying....many thanks to Jacko & crew, and Swado & crew for the spectacular night sky show!! or simply search google Archer Falls Airfield Fundraising Newsletter... thanks all those who supported the events, in particular aviators... Thanks x E 1
DGL Fox Posted October 1, 2015 Posted October 1, 2015 Hi..are these dates right for this weekends event..4th and 5th Oct? Sunday and Monday David
flyerme Posted October 1, 2015 Posted October 1, 2015 Hi..are these dates right for this weekends event..4th and 5th Oct? Sunday and MondayDavid For the weekend sat-SUNDAY I believe Archer Falls "Fly In - Drive In" this weekend! Great family weekend out. There is plenty to do from seeing some classic aircraft, Hands on Action Flights, and extreme aerobatics flights. Camping and food available. Don't miss out!
flyerme Posted October 1, 2015 Posted October 1, 2015 Hi..are these dates right for this weekends event..4th and 5th Oct? Sunday and MondayDavid quote from website: Flyin getting close 3rd &4th oct come and show respect for my poor old spitty the best way would be to come out and have a good time .Jez and crew are planning for some great food ,Scotty and rural fire are running the coffee shop ,looking forward to cakes and our great coffee by Aswana and the boys from wings of lifeare planning a new beergarden outside so you can relax with a coldey and see whats going on and at night Karaoke more to come
Cosmick Posted June 18, 2016 Posted June 18, 2016 I see this years event 5/10/16 ? As the 5th is a Wednesday probably just a carry over from previous years. :(
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