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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.

08/29/2026

We helped 2 passengers tonight cross a hot air balloon ride off their bucket list. What a beautiful night at Metamora Country Days. Come check it out tomorrow evening!

07/25/2026

We had fun flying tonight with several friends, and celebrated our passenger’s birthday! We love playing over the lake at Kensington Metro Park.

07/24/2026

We had a beautiful, surprise flight to celebrate this special passenger’s 40th birthday!

06/06/2026

Our team is looking forward to flying in our fourth U.S. Women’s National Hot Air Balloon Championship next month!

06/04/2026

It was another beautiful night for flying balloons!

06/01/2026

We had so much fun playing in our new racer balloon in South Lyon last night with 7 of our balloon friends!

05/17/2026

We will be at our first balloon festival of the year this weekend Balloons Over Bavarian Inn flying our new competition balloon, named Pursuit!

05/06/2026

No Mother’s Day gift? We got you.

Glide over shimmering lakes, spot wildlife, and drift through beautiful woodlands during a private hot air balloon ride for 2 that’s entirely her own adventure. Think private jet vs. packed tour bus, but with breathtaking views.

It also makes the perfect group gift! Split it between siblings and make it one everyone is proud to give.

DM me the word GIFT and I’ll send you the link to purchase a gift certificate! We fly through October.

🎈 Private flights | Oakland County, MI
📍 Milford/South Lyon/Brighton area

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05/04/2026

You’ve met the crew, now meet the pilot! For those of you who are new around here, I’m Dawn, your pilot and the owner of Legacy Ballooning, Michigan’s only female-owned and operated hot air balloon ride business. I was literally born into this sport. Some families ski — mine flies hot air balloons. My dad, four of his brothers, my cousin, and I make up seven Gauthier family pilots, and I’m the only female among them.

My dad was a pioneer in Michigan’s hot air ballooning scene, providing passenger rides for more than 45 years, competing, and building a beloved local ballooning community. I grew up crewing for him on passenger flights and traveling the country as his crew chief at competitions. I got my FAA pilot’s license at 19 and went from crewing for him to flying beside him. I’ve now been a FAA licensed pilot for 28 years.

Ballooning is my passion, and this summer I’ll be flying in my fourth U.S. Women’s National Hot Air Balloon Championship, an event that brings together the top female pilots in the country. Every competition keeps my skills sharp and brings that same precision to every flight here in Oakland County.

When you fly with Legacy Ballooning, you’re not just booking a balloon ride. You’re stepping into a family legacy that spans generations, with a team that is passionate about giving every passenger an unforgettable experience.

We hope to fly with you soon!

05/02/2026

Meet Greg — crewing since 2017 and a welcome part of the Legacy Ballooning team. Greg helps with everything from inflation before we leave the ground to packing up after we land.

What keeps him coming back? The joy and excitement ballooning brings to everyone we meet along the way, from the landowners and neighbors who wander over to the people who pull up to chat while waiting for us to fly by, especially those experiencing a hot air balloon for the very first time. That moment never gets old. He also loves the teamwork that comes with the sport, and enjoys the unique challenges that come with crewing at competitions.

Greg’s post wraps up our crew spotlight series, and we hope it gives you a sense of the team that’s with you every step of the way. From inflation to landing, Jeff, Greg, and Lynn are dedicated to making sure every passenger has the safest, most memorable experience possible. When you fly with Legacy Ballooning, you’re in good hands — all of them.

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http://www.legacyballooning.com/

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