Executive Storm Chasing Adventures!
Why spend the adventure of a lifetime in a crowded van of strangers when you can chase in the front seat of a real storm intercept vehicle!
Customer Reviews.....
"Best time I ever had, hands down! Better than any regular storm tour or tornado tour." D.
Connell. Executive storm
"Warren is the Michael Jordan of chasing!" Dr. R. Moles. Executive tour 2005.
"My wife and I had a nightmare experience with an upstart "storm tour" in 2004. One man in the van never showered and another reeked of cigarettes. My wife wanted to depart early because one irritating woman would never stop taking. Warren's adventure was a blessing. The front seat ride was well worth the extra money... like the difference
between sitting in 22A on a 747 and being in the cockpit!" Mr. A. Brown. Executive storm and tornado
chasing volunteer 2006.
Warren Faidley was the first, full-time, storm chasing journalist, professional
photographer and cinematographer. Warren is a 20 year veteran of chasing some of the planet's most violent weather. He is a best selling author, award winning photographer, international lecturer and a foremost severe weather survival expert. He is one of the few individuals who has experienced both an F5 tornado and a category hurricane.
You have likely seen Warren featured on television specials and news programs like The O'Reilly Factor, CNN, The Discovery Channel, National Geographic and The Weather Channel. If you are unfamiliar with Warren Faidley, his
background, credits and history, we urge you to visit his biography page. As featured on.......
There are several
outstanding storm chase tour and tornado chase tour companies offering the opportunity to chase
severe weather. If you are seeking to chase in a transport van filled with people -- these tornado
tour groups are an acceptable way to chase storms. But if you are interested in a more private,
professional, hands-on storm chasing experience -- this is for you. The extra cost to chase
in a limited setting is a smart investment for a once in a lifetime adventure. We limit volunteers to one per
chase vehicle, or groups of two if requested. With us, you will have a comfortable seat with a
window view, as opposed to most larger tour groups that seat 9-12 people in a single van. You will
be able to ask Warren questions at any time. In addition, since our meeting, pick-up and drop off
locations will be located in "active" areas, you do not waste precious chase days traveling to hot
spots, as with many tornado holiday and storm chasing tour groups. In fact, we can often customize
your pick-up and drop off locations saving you multiple (wasted) days of driving. This single factor
alone makes the extra investment worthwhile -- often adding a day or more of active chasing.
Confidentiality and privacy is our specialty for high-profile clients and celebrities. Our clients
have included models, actors and even the President of a major worldwide corporation. Our volunteer
adventures are very popular as gifts to students and family members.
Please remember, this
adventure is a working situation. Severe weather is a serious but exciting business. As a team
member you will be required to follow specific rules to ensure your safety and the safety of others.
You will not simply be a tourist, but a working volunteer tornado chaser.
From the morning briefing to the excitement of the storm chase -- you will (if you want - not
required) work the radios, check the maps and learn first hand what's it is like to be a part
of, not simply a tornado tour passenger in the adventurous world of storm chasing and tornado
chasing!
It is likely your boots will get muddy, a few mosquitoes will bite, your hair will be wind-blown and
you will have to sit in a chase unit for hours on end. However.... not a single person who has
participated has not had a total blast. Since
Warren makes his living by getting as close to the action as possible (in a safe manner), you are guaranteed the best chance of witnessing amazing events. After all.... he has been chasing for over
20 years! If you are a photographer -- you will be traveling with the most successful storm
photographer in history. Remember the poster, promotional and DVD artwork for Twister? That
was Warren's!.
1: Springtime storm chases and tornado chasing in Tornado Alley -- you ride with Warren!
2: Chase convoy -- you drive your own car or rental vehicle as part of Warren's chase
convoy during the springtime
3: Executive Monsoon Safari and Photography Adventures during the July summer
thunderstorm season in
4: Executive customized chases, education and extended storm chasing during and after
the normal chase seasons.
Storm chasing is an increasingly expensive venture. Fuel costs, modern electronic equipment, vehicle maintenance and logistical planning time are expensive. In addition, since we are "exclusive," and generally allow only one volunteer position per chase period, our seating is limited. A donation fee to support chase operations, educational and
charitable projects is required. See availability and cost listed below for five day
volunteer chases. Price does not include inbound or outbound transportation, lodging or meals. Lodging can be arranged for an extra fee. A 50% deposit is required to hold a date. (See terms of deposit listed below). Volunteers will receive officially-licensed chase team logo clothing.
Longer chase periods can be arranged or combined. Rates subject to change without notice.
Special note: There is a 10% discount for booking two people for the
same period or booking for two consecutive periods. Fees are per person.
April 29 through May 3 -- Open - $4,900.00 ($5,900.00 after September 1, 2010) (Book two people and take $1,000.00 off the total!)
May 5 through May 9 -- Reserved
May 10 through May 14 -- Open - $4,900.00 ($5,900.00 after September 1, 2010) (Book two people and take $1,000.00 off the total!)
May 16 through May 20 -- Open - $5,900.00 ($5,900.00 after September 1, 2010) (Book two people and take $1,000.00 off the total!)
May 22 through May 26 -- Open - $5,900.00 ($6,900.00 after September 1, 2010) (Book two people and take $1,000.00 off the total!)
May 28 through June 1 -- Open - $5,900.00 ($6,900.00 after September 1, 2010) (Book two people and take $1,000.00 off the total!)
June 3 through June 7 -- Open - $5,900.00 ($6,900.00 after September 1, 2010) (Book two people and take $1,000.00 off the total!)
June 9 through June 13 -- Open - $5,900.00 (Based out of Denver, CO.) (Book two people and take $1,000.00 off the total!)
June 15 through June 18 -- On Hold = $5,900.00 (Based out of Denver, CO.) (Book two people and take $1,000.00 off the total!)
Donation fees listed are per person. Please note that volunteers are required to arrive one day
before the scheduled start date, and depart on the day after the scheduled departure date. Some
flexibility on noted dates can be discussed.
A portion of all proceeds are donated to the Storm AngelTM Foundation for Children.
You drive your own vehicle or a rental SUV as part of our
convoy.
Our chase convoy option is a very popular option. Not only does it make chasing with Warren affordable, it allows more freedom in choosing active chase dates.
The chase convoy allows you to use your own vehicle (or better yet -- a rental SUV) to be a part of our storm chase
convoy. (We can also arrange for experienced, private drivers). This allows you the freedom to meet us at the "rally point" on your own time without having
to worry about last minute flight schedules. You also have the ability to pick your own five day period within our normal chase operation timeframes. (Subject to restrictions). For many, this allows a wider opportunity for selecting active days, as you can adjust your five day period accordingly.
During your chase, you will be supplied with all the necessary
communications equipment. This is also a great way for multiple people to chase. Many people find
this more personable and comfortable than storm chasing adventures or tornado chasing tours. Please e-mail for available convoy dates.
Cost: A donation fee of $2,900.00 for the first person and $1,200.00 per additional person is required per five day period. Price does not
include lodging or meals. A 50% deposit is required to hold a date. (See terms of deposit listed
below). For safety purposes, convoy chases are limited to no more than two vehicles. Limit of four
passengers in any vehicle. Please reserve soon as good dates go quickly.
To reserve a convoy chase, please see the "reservation
instructions" located at the bottom of this page.
Prime dates are still available. Reserve now as they will go soon!
Arizona Monsoon Photo Safari Adventures Now Available!
Warren, your personal host, says the philosophy of this opportunity is two fold. "The adventure is about the changing
ecology of the desert and the photography of the Southwest's stunning atmosphere. Its also a great
hands-on experience for photographers. The entire package is geared for comfort and having a great
time here in Tucson, and even if you're not a photographer, you will still be witnessing amazing
desert monsoon events."
Dates are available from July 12 through August 15. You pick the dates that work best with your schedule. Three day rate: $2,550.00 per person*. Five day rate: $3,950.00. Includes 3 or 5 days first class lodging at Lowes Ventana Canyon or similar resort. (Some dates are already booked for 2010).
* There is a 20% discount for booking two or more people at the same time.
We suggest making reservations before the end of the year as this has been a very popular program. Please contact us about our 2010 program and reservations. Meals, entertainment, sight-seeing admissions and air transportation fees not included.
Custom Chase Adventures, Spotter / Chaser Training, Private Instruction and Safety Consulting Warren also offers:
• Chase season customized chase dates
(Additional fees apply)
• Extended chase periods of 1 to 2 weeks
• Storm chaser certification. Issued by NASCAS, in-depth storm chasing and tornado chasing instruction and training for those wishing to become professional storm chasers. Conducted during the off seasons. Complete photography, videography, transportation, technical, meteorological, logistical and safety instruction.
• Personal storm spotter certification instruction. In-depth storm chasing and tornado chasing instruction and training for spotter and Skywarn certification. Conducted during the off seasons.
• Safety consulting for individuals, government
and corporate employees.
Please contact us for pricing.
Left: "Doc" Randy seen in the Arch Angel.
Below: Dan Connell having the "time of his life."
For additional information please contact our volunteer office:
All client information is held confidential and not released without permission.
1: Before forwarding any deposit, please email our office to confirm
the dates you are requesting to make sure they are still available. Some flexibility on listed dates
may be possible. If you have any questions we will be happy to assist you. Please note that we
do not provide a phone number here, because of the overwhelming number of unsolicited calls we
receive. Once we start the process, you will be forwarded full contact information including phone
numbers.
2: Basic terms of deposit and making your reservation: A 50% percent deposit of the total
cost listed above is required to hold a chase period. No dates are reserved until the deposit is
received and cleared. We will place a courtesy hold on dates for 48 hours.
Tornado chases: The final 50% deposit for all chase dates is due by April 20. In the event you book your volunteer chase after April 20, the full amount must be paid. Please see no 4 below concerning refunds of deposits. If you are concerned about deposits, there are multiple travel insurance agencies that offer cancellation insurance.
Monsoon Program: A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to hold a date. The remaining 50% is due 14 days before your arrival date.
All deposits must be
in the form of a money order or bank transfer of funds. Checks should be made out to "Weatherstock
Inc.," PO Box 31808, Tucson, AZ 85751. For direct bank deposits, please email us and we will forward instructions. Before you make any deposit we will forward a copy of our basic deposit agreement form upon request.
3: Insurance: We provide a basic, limited insurance package for medical emergencies, including emergency evacuation. Additional insurance may be purchased by the volunteer through travel agencies. Insurance coverage is limited to terms of Weatherstock and the insurance agency. Terms and coverage subject to change.
4: Cancellations, date changes and refunds: Only under a few, specified circumstances will a
deposit be refunded. Exceptions to "no refunding of deposits" include the following: 1: A national
emergency forces the closure of all air transportation, preventing air travel on the reserved
(inbound) dates. 2: Weatherstock cancels the chase for any reason, prior to your first scheduled
date, and our cancelation is not for reasons related to a breach of the agreement by you. If you cancel for any reason, the second payment will be refunded, although the initial 50% deposit is
forfeited. In some circumstances, we may attempt to re-schedule a chase period if you must cancel.
Additional terms apply.
Miscellaneous:
Reservations for tornado chase volunteers will be taken up to the active chase period. Please contact us for last minute reservations and availability.
Monsoon Chases: Please contact us for more information..
Notes:
Our goal is to witness severe weather! Although May through early June is statically the most likely
time for severe weather and tornadoes in the Central Plains, it is important to understand that days
or even weeks can go "bust" without storm formation of any kind. If no chasable weather is
forecasted "before" your volunteer position begins, we "may" be able to re-schedule the position to
other dates (or year), if available. However, no refunds are granted if your reserved chase period
is inactive. Refunds are handled per terms of the agreement and any rescheduling is at the sole
discretion of Weatherstock Inc.
Please note that any storm chasing tour, tornado adventures, storm chasing holidays, storm
adventures, tornado tours, tornado alley tours, tornado vacations, storm vacations, chaser tours,
storm tours or similar activities are inherently risky, as there is no way to conduct this adventure
without some level of risk, especially since weather events are inherently uncontrollable and can
change with little or no advanced warning. There are many tornado chasing tours and storm chase
tours companies offering services.
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The Ultimate Storm Chasing Adventure Needs You Now!
New special until September 1, 2010. Book two people on our popular Tornado Volunteer Positions and take $1,000.00 off the total!
Unique and
private storm chasing and tornado chasing adventures with the world's most successful and best known
professional storm chaser.
Warren Faidley -- As seen on The Discovery Channel's HD Theater, CNN, Fox News,
National Geographic and The Weather Channel.
We chase in safe, comfortable, SUV chase vehicles filled with high-tech equipment so you are not
stuffed into a crowded van full of people fighting for the best view out the window!
You are a working volunteer and part of an actual chase crew, not just a tourist!
(You can be as involved as you want, or not all all).
We are the only adventure outlet that allows you to change your volunteer chase dates if no severe weather is occurring. (Subject to available dates and other terms).
and tornado chasing volunteer 2005.Storm Chase Team Leader
So you want to go storm chasing!
The tornado season will begin in late April and run through mid-June. Some dates are reserved well
in advance, so please book soon to reserve the most popular weeks. There are many people looking for
tornado chasing adventures, storm chasing tours and storm chasing vacations! Warren currently offers four types of storm chasing and
tornado chase volunteer opportunities:
tornado chase season.
Tucson, Arizona.
Donation fees (costs)
2011 - Tornado Alley - private expedition volunteer dates. --- Prime dates will go quickly!
To reserve a chase, please see the
"reservation instructions" located at the bottom of this page.
Convoy tornado chases
The Monsoon Photo Safari Adventure is a unique event, based out of Tucson, Arizona, one of the top three "lightning photography
capitals of the world." While the evenings will be saved for monsoon chasing and /or lightning photography / instruction, days include visits to Biosphere, the
Sonora Desert, cultural stops and personal time to shop, play golf or take a spa treatment at your resort.
Past volunteers scrapbook
We use advanced, real time GPS
tracking and live Doppler Radar systems to chase in a safe and productive manner. Doppler radar has three levels of redundancies for back-ups. We also
use satellite, wireless and hard copy mapping.
"Steph" seen near a tornadiac storm in West Texas.
Our typical chase day includes a morning briefing and
safety discussion. After going over a checklist of equipment and radio checks we load-up and head
out. Once our target is chosen, the excitement begins. As the day progresses we will narrow our
chase target until we are engaged with one or more storms. At the end of the day, nothing beats
relaxing with a cool drink and talking about the day's chase. Your mind will race from all the
excitement as you look over the pictures and video. But don't relax yet.... there is always
tomorrow!
Contact us
All client information
is confidential.
Reservation Instructions
Our active storm chasing areas are limited to a region roughly bounded by Midland, TX, Roswell,
NM, the eastern plains of Colorado, southern Nebraska, far western Iowa, central Kansas and areas west of I-35 in Oklahoma. For safety reasons, we do not chase in areas where vegetation or terrain limits
visibility, generally east of Oklahoma City. In some circumstances, our daily target may be limited by distance considerations and pick-up / return schedules.
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written permission from our office. All dates and fees are subject to modification or
correction.