Forest Park Balloon Race Program 2018

58 The Great Forest Park Balloon Race • Presented by PNC Bank In fact, The Great Forest Park Balloon Race is internationally known as one of the most prestigious balloon races – made especially unique by having a launch site a major metropolitan area. The expert pilots attend by invitation only. The Fab Four are now accompanied by a new generation of balloonists, partners and successful businessmen and women. As a group, The Partners are extremely proud to join with the nation’s expert hot-air balloon pilots and some of the nation’s best corporate sponsors to continue hosting this free event for St. Louis – sharing their love of family, friends and flight with the community. History of Ballooning Continued from page 56