Lane Pearman
Enthusiast
Hello Everyone!
I've been a member for a little while now and thought I should probably introduce myself.
My name is Lane Pearman. I live in Derby which is just South of Wichita. I work as a firefighter for the Wichita Fire Department. I am also a pilot and currently working toward my CFI rating.
I've always had a tremendous interest in weather. Must be from growing up in Kansas. But actually my interest peaked during my primary flight training when I bought a book on aviation weather. I've since discovered that I'm interested in all facets of weather.
I'm really trying to learn the ropes of storm chasing. I've spent the last two seasons trying to educate myself. I think I actually found the end of the internet looking for online educational resources (theres alot of good stuff out there). Last year was my first "official" season. Unfortunately it was a bust. It seemed like every decent opportunity happened when I was on duty. Plus having a new baby made it a little difficult as well. I did get the chance to follow the Greensburg tornado using my gibson ridge software on my laptop while I was at the station. WOW!
Anyway I plan on being out several times this season as I planned my vacation time accordinly (I hope). If anyone has any suggestions on educational resources (i.e. books, online, etc.) or if anyone knows of any distance learning programs from colleges or universities send me a message. I would greatly appreciate it.
I've been a member for a little while now and thought I should probably introduce myself.
My name is Lane Pearman. I live in Derby which is just South of Wichita. I work as a firefighter for the Wichita Fire Department. I am also a pilot and currently working toward my CFI rating.
I've always had a tremendous interest in weather. Must be from growing up in Kansas. But actually my interest peaked during my primary flight training when I bought a book on aviation weather. I've since discovered that I'm interested in all facets of weather.
I'm really trying to learn the ropes of storm chasing. I've spent the last two seasons trying to educate myself. I think I actually found the end of the internet looking for online educational resources (theres alot of good stuff out there). Last year was my first "official" season. Unfortunately it was a bust. It seemed like every decent opportunity happened when I was on duty. Plus having a new baby made it a little difficult as well. I did get the chance to follow the Greensburg tornado using my gibson ridge software on my laptop while I was at the station. WOW!
Anyway I plan on being out several times this season as I planned my vacation time accordinly (I hope). If anyone has any suggestions on educational resources (i.e. books, online, etc.) or if anyone knows of any distance learning programs from colleges or universities send me a message. I would greatly appreciate it.
