Hail Our Hero Ash

The northern hemisphere is all aghast with the heroic deeds of our man Ash as he managed to fly
through a ferocious hail storm saving himself and a passenger from certain peril over the Alberta, British Columbia border.

If running out of fuel and snapping a blade are the two worst case scenerios that face a helicopter pilot, then flying into a hail storm would have to be the next most terrifying prospect.

In a helicopter, what would you do if you flew into a hail storm?

Once faced with this wall of ice, Ash aimed to the heavens and up through the heart of the storm, forcing his wilting chopper through to clear skies. Instantley checking for damage Ash noticed the hail had penetrated the shell and was forced to land his shattered chopper in a swamp.

The hail in Ash's hand was one of many that penetrated the shell of the helicopter.

If anyone would like to speak to Ash you can catch him on skype. Ash's username is upinashnsmoke. If you have skype you can speak to Ash for as long as you like for zip. If you don't have skype you can get skype for free here

BABES AT THE MARKET TODAY!

WEST END MARKETS

For those of you that havent been for a while, or for some fixers never, I thought I might post a couple of pics of the markets today!

Personal Thoughts - I managed to buy a weeks veges for around $35.00.... Breads and dips and extras came to about $25.00.... So as far as cost I dont think it represents huge savings. It took us 20 minutes to find a park and each week it seems to get a litle busier but I enjoyed the fact that I didnt shop at Woolworths/Coles etc and of course the culture and possible chance to see a fixer makes it very worthwhile. (Sal's input is that she thinks it such a beautiful place to spend a Saturday morning at) Therefore two thumbs up...

Put it this way, I always leave liking the fact I went....

Splendorous Crew...even at our ages eh?

Isa....you got another 10 good years in yer mate! It was a great way to party with you before you experience the delights of Europe.....I only hope that you will love every new journey that you are about to experience....and that you will come back to us someday soon , hopefully before we are partying with zimmer frames?
I dedicate my pesonal vote to you as the clear Yellow Jersey winner of that weekend. You are sunshine mate...and I will miss you very much!

Brainsey....Shagga...you are my close joint 2nd vote.....brilliant stuff. xxx

ON SALE NOW!

MICHAEL FRANTI & SPEARHEAD TIX ON SALE NOW!!!

SUN 24 SEPTEMBER - THE TIVOLI

THE NEXT GREAT MEETING FOR THE TEAM...

PLACE YOUR NAME IN THE COMMENTS IF YOU GET A TICKET

AND WE SHALL BE SURE TO MEET BEFORE THE EVENT.

TIX AVAILABLE THROUGH TICKETEK!!!

WE CAN BOMB THE WORLD TO PIECES BUT WE CAN'T BOMB THE WORLD INTO PEACE.

THE KING OF MONG

AND THE WINNER,

BY A MILE,

IS............

MING MONG CONTINUED...........

IN CELEBRATION OF THE "MING MONG"

NOSTALGIA

I couldnt resist throwing a couple of pics on the fix of a bloody wicked trip experienced in the past. I think the other two fixers on the trip will agree with me....

THIS MUST STOP!!!!!!

How come the people that start war

Dont fight the war?

How come the the people that are killed in war

Have nothing to do with the reason for war?

How is it that we as people sit here

And do nothing to stop it?

What can I do?

When will it stop?

Do I ignore it?

Or pretend it isnt out there?

I feel so fucken useless....

Help ...

I dont know what to do...

Crying doesnt seem to help.

I now say this out LOUD..

Because I dont know what else to do?

Help...

ONE LAST PARTING SHOT...

I couldn't resist. It's just too good...

Who's the Fixers hero?

HE IS.....

COMPETITION

BREEZA TO HOUND... COME IN....

There's dirtiness in this photo.... Believe me there is.....

What is Breeza saying to Hound???

Place your quote in "comments" and the best wins a bottle of wine..

Good Luck....

A FEW SPLENDA SNAPS

SPLENDOR BENDER! THE CREW

DAY TWO! WE ARENT LOOKING TOO BAD FOR A BUNCH OF MISFITS...

Splendor,,,,,, another great year.. Really, to anyone who has been to this great event several times,,, each year the event becomes less about the music and more about the people. This year proved to be another great turn out with people coming from as far as Darwin in the North (The Brains Division) and Melbourne in the South (Shagga a.k.a. Blind Mullet).

All reports record a great time but ask anyone if they remember the music and the answer is NO..

Actually ask Daz, he's about the only one who was consistent in seeing bands and hence the reason he is not in the above shot...

SPECIAL HOLIDAYS

THANKS WHERE THANKS IS DUE.....

DEAREST MANTA RAY

FOR THE WORLD TO SEE.....

From the bottom of this Fixer's heart (as well as the others on our trip) all I can say is thank you!!! The experience you gave all of us was second to none and so unique that I can only think our holiday will never be topped. The experience you moulded will stay in our hearts and minds forever and I can only think that a piece of Exmouth is now imbedded in my soul.

Thank you. Thank. Thank you.

What can I say but shed a tear in the beautiful memory of such a wonderful experience and I only hope that others may pilgrimage your way in the hope of understanding just how special this area is....

A Humbled Fixer!!! xx

PS - Should you decide to venture away from Exmouth (and I totally understand if you never do) please know Bris-Vegas welcomes you with open arms!!!

THE THINGS DREAMS ARE MADE OF!

AQUATIC MEMORIES

EXMOUTH UNCOVERED

Finally all photos have been collected and several photos ready for presentation! I will aslo include a synopsis of the daily events to giv you an indication of the trip!

Friday - Day 1 - Met at Perth Domestic Airport. Grab our Tarago which we aptly named "Allan". Drive to Kalbarri.
Saturday - Day 2 - Rise early. Breakfast and continue drive to Exmouth. Arrive Exmouth approximately 9pm.
Sunday - Day 3 - Morning scuba refresher course in local pool. Purchase supplies. Drive to Ningaloo Chase Campsite. Camp....
Monday - Day 4 - Relaxing day at campsite. Swim with manta rays. Afternoon fishing. Evening campfire.
Tuesday - Day 5 - Morning kayak trip. Afternoon departure. Snorkel at Turquoise Bay. Return to Manta's house.
Wednesday - Day 6 - Relaxing day of hanging at house doing NOTHING. Afternoon dmt exprience.
Thursday - Day 7 - Drive to interpretation centre. Snorkel. Afternoon cave exploration.
Friday - Day 8 - Whaleshark encounter. Breaching whale experience. Manta swim. AMAZING! Big night at the Potshot Pub.
Saturday - Day 9 - Back on the road in the direction of Perth. Long drive to Geraldton.
Sunday - Day 10 - Drive to Perth. Return car. Last drinks. Hugs and goodbyes. Flights home.

Hope you enjoy the photos!

Weekly Fix Calendar

The Weekly Fix now has its own calendar. Scroll to bottom of the screen.
I have entered in all mutant birthdays in my posession. Please post a comment on any mistakes or birthdays you would like added to the calendar. All entries have been added for this year only, I will need to update the same birthdays for 2007. So check for your birthdays for 2006.

To add to or alter the calendar you will need to accept an invite, so anyone interested in adding input to the calendar post your interest and I will send you the invite.

Enjoy!