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Can’t say for sure what the laws are in the Fort Collins area but in Boulder County flying even model rockets is considered against the law although typically the AHJ’s look the other way when flying on the large athletic…   Read more»

It also doesn’t hurt to contact the local fire department. Most of them are very cool about it and I’ve even had some attend things I’ve done. Most firefighters I know are just a tiny bit away from a pyromanic…   Read more»

One suggestion take a fire extinguisher. Fire is usually their biggest concern.Mark

When I was teaching a rocketry class for Civil Air Patrol we always had good luck just asking a local farmer for permission. This time a year is good the wheat harvest is over, lots of clear fields. I’m sure…   Read more»

Totally understand, thanks all. I won’t jeopardize the club sites. Can you offer some opinions on the launching of A-G motored rockets in and near town then? Am I being too paranoid? I grew up launching on school football fields…   Read more»

I agree as well that I’d hate to have something happen out there and possibly lose the launch site. That would really suck!Edward

Well, it is public land but I’d hate for someone to tarnish our relationships with the NAR, Tripoli, the USFS, the BAFTE and the FAA. There are rules and regulations that come into play when flying rockets and I would…   Read more»

Well, it is public land but I’d hate for someone to tarnish our relationships with the NAR, Tripoli, the USFS, the BAFTE and the FAA. There are rules and regulations that come into play when flying rockets and I would…   Read more»

OK, I see there have been several views but no replies so I’ll clarify a bit. I have several friends who are into low power launching (non-NCR, non-NAR, non-TRA) as a casual hobby and they have been gathering at a…   Read more»

Maybe I will just wire up the electronics as best I can, premake the ejection charges then have you guys help me build/test a few at the event. This will then allow me to divert my attention to further Glue,…   Read more»

Awesome. Thanks for the offer of help guys. OK, was worried about not having the dual alt’s but I will leave it out for now. What’s Tim’s log name here? I will send him a note about the powder and…   Read more»

If you need some powder, I have powder you can use for testing. Several others have powder in Longmont too. Call Tim and see if he can get you a can at Octoberfest. Otherwise you will have to buy 5lbs…   Read more»

There will be plenty of people to help you. I have programmed the RRC2 mini but I still use a cheat sheet. It is not necessary for dual electronics. I would recommend you invest you money on motors and get…   Read more»

I’d love to work with someone who has staged something and we do a K-to-K project.

You’re on John. I prefer not doing it minimum diameter but that too sounds interesting (challenging).Doug

This is a great idea that I would love to do if I were there. I’d suggest you guys have a gathering and decide on a project – something that really pushes you (staging? Minimum diameter? Camera? altitude attempt?) Collectively,…   Read more»

I love NM, but – that would make the 6hr drive to KS a tad bit too long. 😛

Thanks James, anytime. If anyone is looking to relocate, think about heading south. I work at a really great place and I would love another rocketeer down here.Doug

You know all of you are welcome in my shop. I have a large space (1800 sq ft) with high ceiling, abundant workbench space, and heating and air conditioned. However, you may wish to think about carpooling Seriously, if…   Read more»

I too voted bi-monthly for the reasons already stated. I think it is a great idea! The actual topics could rotate. One month do a build project, the next have one of the more experienced builders (or a vendor as…   Read more»

You know all of you are welcome in my shop. I have a large space (1800 sq ft) with high ceiling, abundant workbench space, and heating and air conditioned. However, you may wish to think about carpooling Seriously, if…   Read more»