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JulWe want to say yes, we really do; but thanks to the unpredictability of nature, no storm tour can make that guarantee. We do promise to pursue severe storms within range every single day we can. We want to see tornadoes just as much as you do, and that will always be our main focus!
We've been chasing over ten years. Our team has lots of experience, with plenty of tornado observations to our credit.
Absolutely. We encourage you to bring your camera and video equipment!
Our weekly tour reservations are only available in seven- and ten-day blocks. You can sign up for as many as you like, we even offer specials for multiple bookings. We also offer Day Tours if you're within the vicinity of our target on chase days.
Our van has room for everyone to bring one medium-sized suitcase and one personal item such as a backpack or purse. We suggest you pack some of the following:
We always try to target national chain hotels with high ratings, even if it means driving a little further that night to get there.
When done improperly, storm chasing can be risky. There are the more obvious risks brought on by severe weather: lightning strikes, flash flooding, hail and more. There are also obvious dangers of highway driving, which is why our tour guides have been certified in defensive driving. Now that you're aware of the obvious risks, we do have waivers that must be signed before we can embark on the tour.
Hey, we know those guys! However, we don't do what they do. We stay back far enough for safety and for the perfect shot of the storm. If we do run into them on the chase (and it's highly likely), we'll try our best to stop so you can check out their tank.
We put the van through rigorous daily inspections, and we are meticulous about upkeep (oil changes, etc.). We also keep a full-size spare tire onboard, just in case.
Our staging hotels in Oklahoma City and Denver are close to their respective airports, and offer free shuttle service to and from the hotel. We'll have the hotel ready for you, but it will be your responsibility to get to and from the airport.
First off, celebratory chase drinks are allowed as long as you're of drinking age in the United States. That being said, if you party hard enough that you can't get out of bed the next day, we'll have to leave you on your own if we need to drive to our target area. It will be your responsibility to meet back up with us later. No drugs of any kind are allowed on the tour.
No meteorological knowledge is required, but you're welcome to study up on severe weather before your tour date.
If you suffer from any medical conditions such as: heart problems, blood pressure problems, diabetes, or motion sickness; please consult with your doctor before booking your tour. If you are in a condition that prevents you from getting in and out of the van quickly or sitting comfortably in the van, the tour may present some hardship for you as well. We will do our best to accommodate everyone possible. Please contact us about your needs and together we can determine if a storm chase tour is suitable for you.
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