While returning from a run at Two Rivers Park recently I drove past a hot air balloon about to launch in a field outside the park. I pulled over to get a closer look at the takeoff. Due to wind conditions the balloon wasn’t able to take off that day (they rescheduled the ride for a later date) but I did get to meet the owner of the balloon- David Hoover. He is owner of BalloonLR and he said they give tours. The tours offer views of Pinnacle Mountain, the Arkansas River, Chenal Mountain, and Lake Maumelle. They fly year round but the peak season is March to Oct. Keep on the lookout for an article on hot air ballooning next year. For more info on the company, check out www.balloonlr.com.
