This was one of the safer-looking ones I've ever seen. It wasn't tremendously high (at least looking up at it!) and had a huge air bag below in case of "accidents". Also, instead of being head-down, it was more of a sitting position. If you're ever in Gatlinburg, check it out!

Hi Msarkie
 

Good for you to jump off a platform!!!!!! now try skydiving. I did it in my 50's and just loved it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!ginnie:hug::D

I am totally planning on skydiving! Even if I have to sneak off by myself to do it. I've always loved the idea of hang-gliding and skydiving, and used to dream about being able to fly. I've gotten more afraid of things as I've aged, but I'm getting to the point now where I figure I'd better do things while I'm still able. I can't see any skydiving place being too enthused if I pull up in a wheelchair. Also, what have I got to lose? There's really not much to be afraid of.

We did a play during VBS that had an "elderly" woman who had skydived for her 80th birthday. Some of her lines: "If at first you don't succeed, skydiving's not for you!" & "Just remember, it's not the fall that kills you, it's the sudden stop at the end."

Hi masarkie
 

You will love skydiving. It was some of the best experiences I had. I didn't give it up because I wanted to. I was going to jump school with a jump master. My neck gave out, and so did my ankles, and not due to jumping either. Have fun. It is a safe sport. Just investagave the jump school and look at the credits they have and safety records. Good luck ginnie