American Kitefliers Association

Registration starts Monday for U-MAKE—Martin Blais is teaching.

For those that are thinking of flying in---the West Des Moines Marriott offers Complimentary Airport Transportation from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM
And once there it is easy to find a ride to Saturday dinner.


Upper Midwest Area Kitemaking Event
Jan 13-15, 2012
www.u-make.org
Host hotel:
West Des Moines Marriott
www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/dsmwd-west-des-moines-marriott
1250 Jordan Creek Parkway
West Des Moines, IA 50266
King or Double Queen Room Rate of $84 per night plus applicable taxes—Room rates are good for Jan 12-16—in case you want a day of relaxation.

$70 for Registration
Registration will be online opening Nov 7th.

Friday 7pm-9pm—Miniature Madness by Ryan Larkey
Make a single tissue paper miniature kite, and learn how to make a train of three to continue learning.

Saturday 8am-4:30pm—Dolphin Windsock by Martin Blais
Sew a six foot dolphin windsock and discuss taking kites from ideas to the kite field.

Saturday 5:30pm—Join all participants for a meal at the nearby mall of Jordan Creek Town Center http://www.jordancreektowncenter.com/
Champps Restaurant & Bar
101 Jordan Creek Pkwy
West Des Moines, IA 50266

Saturday 8pm—Raffle!!!!!!

Sunday 8am-2pm—Kite Bag by Ed Grys
Learn how to make a roll up kite bag. With this info you can quickly make color-coded bags to make packing for any event a breeze.

Sunday 9am-11am—No Sew Project by Ryan Larkey
Learn a quick and easy no sew fighter kite. Participants will learn how to cut their own skins, and finish their low wind fighter.