Ballooning Reference Books

A number of different books and other publications related to ballooning are available for purchase from the Calgary Balloon Club

  • Practical Ballooning  by the Calgary Balloon Club – Out of Print.  Currently being revised.
  • A Guide for Crewing Hot Air Balloons By Mike Rose.  A collection of articles originally published in Balloon Life Magazine.  Reprinted with permission by author. (37 pages)  $5
  • Hot Air Ballooning: A series of Safety and Balloon Related Topics by Dennis Myrthu (44pages) $5
  • Hot Air Ballooning: Crewing Essentials by Gordon Schwontkowski.  Field proven techniques to maximize safety and fun for hot air balloon crews and Pilots. (220 pages) $25

Contact any of the club executive for details and availability