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Reporter Poppenhouse lifts into the heavens suspended under the colorful chute.
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Harnessed in place and wearing a life jacket, reporter Poppenhouse reflects before her first-ever parasailing experience.
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Capt. Scott Forrer, left, and crew Gary Neff of Marco Island Ski & Watersports cruise while Poppenhouse stays aloft at about 300 feet up.
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An aerial view from about 300 feet up shows the renovated Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort and surrounds.
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