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Photo essay: Snowmass Balloon Festival

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Hot air balloons take flight on Saturday, Sept. 23.
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The iconic Snowmass Balloon Festival returned for its 48th year in Snowmass Village between Sept. 22-24. Friday morning’s flights were canceled due to high winds, but Saturday’s flights and festivities more than made up for it. This Rocky Mountain tradition features three days of 30 or more balloons launching into the air amidst the sunrise and the stunning background of Snowmass in the fall.

Balloons were filled with air before the event was canceled on Sept. 22.
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Balloons were ready to fly before weather canceled the Sept. 22 flight.
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Balloons lay on the ground on Friday, Sept 22.
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Saturday’s weather was more suitable for flying balloons.
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The Colorado state flag balloon takes flight at the Balloon Festival on Sept. 23.
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Snowmass balloon festival a mind-blowing success, according to one observer. “Woah!” – Oliver Smith.
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