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Wild Idea is More Than Hot Air

Episode I: The Balloon Launch. Local Editor Lisa Cisneros attempts to provide an aerial view of Des Plaines in a two-part series.

Des Plaines Patch likes to have fun and do things out of the ordinary. So videographer Courtney Boyers joined me recently on a mission (which was inspired by GeekDad) that we had high hopes for.

This was our plan: Attach a video recording device to about 10 large helium balloons, tie the balloons to a string  and fly the device like a kite over local landmarks and hot spots in Des Plaines, thus giving residents an overview of their great city. No, you didn't read that sentence incorrectly. 

Enjoy the video.

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