About Fred & Kasia:
Fred Morris, the founder of Uprising Paragliding, started Paragliding in 1999. At the time, he was the youngest certified Paraglider Pilot in the United States. Growing up in the mountains of Wyoming, California, and Nevada, Fred acquired a love for the outdoors. His experience in outdoor sports includes skiing, snowboarding, backpacking, rock climbing, and mountaineering. After “being bit by the Paragliding bug,” the direction of his life was changed forever and flight became his sole activity. Fred has traveled the world over the last decade in pursuit of flying adventures and excellent teachers. This has taken him to many destinations including New Zealand, Vietnam, The Dominican Republic, various parts of Europe, The South Pacific, and countless meccas for Paragliding in the US. Now residing outside of Reno Nevada, Fred spends his time running both a Free-Flight and Powered Paragliding School. His extensive experience and mountain sense brings to the table a wealth of Free-Flight knowledge, waiting to be passed down to the next eager student. Fred’s perfect safety record, easy-to-understand teaching style, and extensive experience make him a wonderful addition to the BlackHawk Team.
Kasia Milewska, a Polish native, started Paragliding in 2002 when her brother convinced her to give it a try. Little did she know, the sport would eventually become a way of life for her. Growing up in Europe (well known as the mecca of Paragliding), Kasia was exposed to many different methods of flight, instruction, and a variety of equipment. After moving to the States, she went on to get her Tandem certification, Basic Flight Instructor certification, and persistently continues to further her Paragliding education. In addition to holding 2nd place in triathlon events and archery, her determination to be a well-rounded athlete has helped her excel in the Paragliding world. When Kasia isn’t working on her Masters Degree in Biotechnology, she spends her time traveling and teaching people how to fly. Both Fred and Kasia bring an amazing atmosphere and knowledge base to the BlackHawk Team.
“If you have ever dreamed of flying like a bird, this is it! The closest thing a human can do in regards to true freedom! The steps towards freedom are accomplished with each and every flight at the Blackhawk Ranch!”
-Fred Morris-
Certifications

Fred:
—The youngest USHPA certified paraglider pilot in 1999
—Earned P4 advanced rating in 2005
—USHPA rated Tow Tech
—Holds Basic, Advanced, and Tandem Instructor Ratings
—President of Nevada Sport Flyers USHPA recognized club
—Acquired the special skill sign-offs for Foot Launch, Tow Foot Launch, Surface Tow, Tandem Foot Launch, Tandem Surface Tow, Cliff Launch, Flat Slope Launch, High Altitude, Restricted Landing Field, Ridge Soaring, Turbulence, and Cross-Country ratings

Kasia:
—P4 Advanced Rating
—T3 Tandem Instructor Rating
—Acquired the special skill sign-offs for Foot Launch, Tow Foot Launch, Surface Tow, Tandem Foot Launch, Tandem Surface Tow, Cliff Launch, Flat Slope Launch, High Altitude, Restricted Landing Field, Ridge Soaring, Turbulence, and Cross-Country ratings
Contact Fred & Kasia

Fred: 775-750-8655
Kasia: 775-790-5901
Email Fred: Fred@UprisingParagliding.com
Email Kasia: Paraglide4Fun@Hotmail.com
Website: www.UprisingParagliding.com