Albuquerque Balloon Festival 2010

[jcmace59]

Here's further clarification from the RV site coordinator of the ABF:

Pets are permitted EVERYPLACE OUTSIDE the entrance gates where you would give
you admission tickets. This is the area encompassing the launch field, the
concession area and the rest of the small fenced in area surrounding the launch
field. ALL RV parking areas ARE OPEN to LEASHED pets. The Balloon Museum may
allow pets, but they have their own rules and I did not check with them. Pets
are PROBABLY okay on the museum grounds outside the museum.

As a further bit of info, there are still STANDARD sites available for the
entire festival, and limited parking (typically for Oct 5, 6 & 7 nights) in all
the rest of the RV areas. Even Presidential and VIP parking has openings, but
for limited duration.

I hope this clears up any confusion.



--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "jcmace59" wrote:
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> Here's the Pets policy as stated in my 2009 information packet I got after
reserving my spot:
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> Pets: Keep all pets on leashes at all times. Pet litter must be cleaned up by
owners (in bold print). Pets are not allowed on the Ballon Launch Field and
care should be ataken during launches, as some pets become frightened by the
sound of balloon burners.
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> So YOU CAN HAVE PETS AT THE BALLOON FESTIVAL, just not on the launch grounds.
I'm taking mine.
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> --- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, Al Scudder wrote:
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> > NO PETS Remind me to NOT to go to Ballon Festival!
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> > Scooter 2000LX Ocqueoc, MI
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> > To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
> > From: tom.mccarthy@
> > Date: Tue, 1 Sep 2009 16:28:04 +0000
> > Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Albuquerque Balloon Festival 2010
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> > Rick, when you go this year, ask about the "no pets" policy on festival
grounds. Looks like they can stay with the RV but it does not describe how
restricted it is for walking and exercising pets.
> > "Are pets allowed at Balloon Fiesta Park?
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> > No, except handicap assisting pets."
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> > Also, check the distance between Standard RV parking and the balloon area.
Thanks.
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> > I have been perusing their site for information. The dates for 2010 are
October 2 - 9.
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> > RV can reserve with a 50% deposit for 10 coaches or more. The reservation is
cancellable for a $10 fee weel into 2010. The balance will be due late August.
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> > CANCELLATION CHARGES: Standard, Premium or VIP: $10.00 to July 14; then 50%
July 15 through August 31. PRESIDENT'S COMPOUND: $12.50 to July 14; then 50%
July 15 through August 31.
> > ALL SITE TYPES: No Refunds after August 31, 2009
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> > STANDARD RV PARKING - No hook-ups. $30.00 per night. Three (3) nights
minimum reservation. $5.00 per night discount only on Standard RV Parking if you
reserve and pay for nine (9) or more nights (per RV) in advance.
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> > PREMIUM RV PARKING – Electric & low-pressure water hook-ups. Electric Hot
Water Heater Usage Not Allowed. No sewer/dump station available. $65.00 per
night. Three (3) nights minimum reservation required.
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> > VIP RV PARKING – Immediately adjacent to Fiesta Park. Dry camp - No
hook-ups. $85.00 per night. Price includes field entry for 2 adults. Three (3)
nights minimum reservation required. Placement within the VIP areas will be at
the discretion of the Balloon Fiesta.
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> > PRESIDENT'S COMPOUND RV PARKING –East side of Balloon Fiesta Park. 30A
electric & water hook-up. $150.00 per night. Price includes field entry for 4
adults. 3 nights min. required. Very limited number of spaces; list 2nd choice.
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> > A lot of pricey upgrades are available as far as VIP tents, special seating
for events, etc.
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