Fall Fire 2021
High Power Rocket Launch - Fall Fire 2021
The Saskatoon Rocketry Society is planning a fall High Power Rocket launch. The launch will be held North of Kitscoty, AB on October 16th 2021 from 08:00 - 17:00. Weather backup dates are October 17th, 23rd, 24th, 30th, and 31st . We are expecting a ceiling of 20,000' AGL. The launch is open to the public and everyone is welcome to attend. There will be flights with rocket motors sized A - M! We hope that you will join us for this exciting event. Please contact us if you are planning to attend and fly.
Everyone wishing to fly rockets must have a valid CAR-ACF membership. CAR-ACF insurance will be in effect for CAR-ACF members flying at this event.
Registration: Fliers must register to fly.
- Juniors (under 18) flying Models only - Free
- Juniors (under 18) flying High Power - $20.00
- Seniors (over 18) flying Models only - $10.00
- Seniors (over 18) flying High Power - $25.00
All launches require volunteers as does this one. Please take a look at the schedule and e-mail me with the shift of your choice.
Anticipated ceiling for the launch is 20,000' AGL. Pads available for rockets with motor sizes A - M. Hybrid GSE will be available for use. If you are planning to fly a rocket with a motor larger then L sized or heavier then 20 lbs, please contact me at least 2 weeks prior to launch to ensure that we can accommodate your project.
The use of "sparky" type motors will be decided by the RSO on site. Please have alternate motors available to fly instead, just in case.
Fall Fire 2021 - Additional Information
Fall Fire will be a little different again this year as we will be complying with various levels of regulations as well as doing our best to reduce the spread of COVID-19. I know that some of these are not convenient or preferred but I ask that everyone be compliant and respectful while on-site.
- No Concession stand this year. All attendees are responsible to bring their own food and drink.
- Physical Distancing recommended. Please maintain a 2 meter distance between yourself and other participants and officials who are not part of your day to day contacts.
- Masking recommended when in all common areas such as porta-potty, RI and launch tables, RI line, launch pads, and the main spectator viewing line.
- Rocket inspections will be done visually, with the RI requesting the flier to handle the rocket and demonstrate whatever is needed.
- All attendees should bring their own supply of disinfectant, masks, and gloves.
High Power Rocket launch site information
The current HPR launch site is located just North-West of Kitscoty, AB. It is about a 4 hour trip along Highway 16 from Saskatoon, but it is worth it.
Directions to the site: Turn North off of highway 16 on highway 897 at Kitscoty (East side). Go 9 km to TWP 514/ Streamstown road. Turn East and go 1.6 km. Turn North and go 1 km. Signs will be posted on the side of the roads.
GPS Coordinates: N53-26-06.2 W110-17-57.9
Lloydminster: Hotels - Campground
Kitscoty: Wheatfield Inn - 70 Kitscoty, AB T0B2P0 - Telephone: 780-846-2881 Fax: 780-846-2882
You may also put up a tent or trailer in the field area by the launch site.
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