Legacy Ballooning

Legacy Ballooning With over 25 years of piloting experience, Legacy Ballooning is Michigan's only female-owned and operated hot air balloon ride business.

Celebrate that special occasion, fulfill a bucket list dream, or seek a new adventure with us.

Six tasks this morning at the first official competition flight at the U.S. Women’s Hot Air Balloon Championship
07/15/2025

Six tasks this morning at the first official competition flight at the U.S. Women’s Hot Air Balloon Championship

We’re competing in the U.S. Women’s National Hot Air Balloon Championship this week in our smaller, competition balloon....
07/14/2025

We’re competing in the U.S. Women’s National Hot Air Balloon Championship this week in our smaller, competition balloon. The competition involves flying to physical targets on the ground and virtual targets in the sky. This morning was a practice flight with 3 tasks, where we got first place on one of the targets. We’ll provide updates throughout the week.

We had a beautiful flight tonight over Milford to celebrate a Sweet 16 Birthday.
07/09/2025

We had a beautiful flight tonight over Milford to celebrate a Sweet 16 Birthday.

We’re wrapping up a great weekend at the Michigan Challenge Balloonfest! We flew our smaller, competitive balloon called...
06/29/2025

We’re wrapping up a great weekend at the Michigan Challenge Balloonfest! We flew our smaller, competitive balloon called Daydream. We’d like to thank our sponsor, Brandon Krugh - State Farm Agent, who has supported us for the last 3 years. Jake from State Farm even stopped by last night’s pilot meet and greet! Also, huge thanks for my amazing crew Jeff Rulason Lynn Martin Gauthier, Greg and Mike.

This was the BalloonFest’s 40th year. My dad was one of the first 4 pilots who started it all. I’ve been coming here since I was 6 years old since the very first year, and flying in it for most of the last 26 years! We got 3/4 flights off and 2/2 Glows! Next up: U.S. Women’s National Championship!

Today we taught students at Birmingham Covington School about hot air balloons as part of their science unit on flight!
06/07/2025

Today we taught students at Birmingham Covington School about hot air balloons as part of their science unit on flight!

05/27/2025

We kicked off the Michigan ballooning season with a beautiful weekend at Balloons Over Bavarian Inn in Frankenmuth! ✨

This was a competition-style event, where I flew our smaller, more agile balloon designed for precision flying. These competitions challenge us to take off from about 2 miles away and use varying wind layers to navigate toward a physical “X” target on the ground — or sometimes virtual ones in the sky. The goal? Drop a small weighted marker, or “baggie,” as close to the center of the X as possible. 🎯

Check out this clip of me flying over the X and making one of my drops!

These events help us stay sharp and intentional as pilots — honing our navigation skills and decision-making in real time — while also connecting with the wonderful ballooning community.

Today, and every day, we celebrate the strength and resilience of women everywhere. As Michigan’s only female-owned and ...
03/08/2025

Today, and every day, we celebrate the strength and resilience of women everywhere. As Michigan’s only female-owned and operated hot air balloon ride business, we’re grateful to be part of a community that lifts each other up — both in the sky and in life.

Happy International Women’s Day!

Yesterday, 10 balloons took to the skies in honor of my dad—the man who sparked our family’s passion for hot air balloon...
11/03/2024

Yesterday, 10 balloons took to the skies in honor of my dad—the man who sparked our family’s passion for hot air ballooning (now spanning seven pilots) and shared that joy with others since the late 1970s. Three years ago, we lost him suddenly, but his legacy lives on every time we launch, as we carry forward his spirit of adventure and his belief in living life to the fullest. This special flight brought together family and friends in a beautiful tribute.

For me, sharing the experience of a hot air balloon ride is about creating memories, bringing joy to others, and living life fully—just as my dad did for so many. Here’s to celebrating his life and honoring his legacy, one flight at a time.

Thank you to everyone who joined us today in celebrating his memory. 💙

Happy Halloween! 🎃 👻
10/31/2024

Happy Halloween! 🎃 👻

We flew with 4 other balloons tonight and had a wonderful flight over Kensington Metropark, lakes with water that looked...
10/28/2024

We flew with 4 other balloons tonight and had a wonderful flight over Kensington Metropark, lakes with water that looked like glass, and trees still showing their fall colors. Thanks again to our wonderful crew and ballooning family for a fantastic evening!

Thank you Jennifer Thrift Photography for these beautiful shots!
10/28/2024

Thank you Jennifer Thrift Photography for these beautiful shots!

What a beautiful flight over South Lyon last night! Michigan’s fall colors were spectacular and the sky was so clear we ...
10/25/2024

What a beautiful flight over South Lyon last night! Michigan’s fall colors were spectacular and the sky was so clear we could see downtown Detroit and the new Gordie Howe International Bridge! We met many wonderful people where we landed and they all helped us pack up. Thanks Jen and Melissa for flying with us!

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