Step by step instructions - how to do a balloon release.
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Lay the net out on the ground.
Attach a line to the top of the net (the closed end)
Tie down the open end.
Make sure it wont fly away!
Inflate a balloon and hand tie the neck (do not use valves in a balloon release).
Pull the 'bead' of the balloon though the hole in the race label.
Put the balloon in the net.
After a few balloons the net will begin to lift.
Keep going.
Inflate the balloons in a sheltered area away from the wind.
Nearly there!
Once the net is full or you have finished your balloons, tie a knot in the open end of the net to safely seal your balloons inside.
Store ready for the release time.
A few miutes before releasing the balloons cut the net above the knot and hold tightly. Hold the line attached to the top and you are ready to realease.
To release the balloons simply let go of the net and pull the line. The net will turn upside down and the balloons will release from the bottom.