Fire and Ice 2010 is scheduled

Transport Canada has been notified of our intent to fly at our Viking site on the 20th of February.  Motor orders are in and we encourage all fliers to ensure that they have appropriate clothing for this event.   Billed as the first Canadian High Power launch of the year, this event allows for the pent up desire to burn some "rubber" after a long winter's nap. 

Fire and Ice 2010

The Edmonton Rocketry Club will host the 10th Annual Fire and Ice High Power Launch

Date/Time: February 20th, 2010

Alternate days:  February  21st and 27th, 2009

Location: Viking, Alberta.

Waiver: 10000 AGL, 12000 ft windows

Weather Criteria: Since this is a winter launch we like to hold the event on a day where temperatures/wind chill will be tolerable. If the temperature forecast the day before is less than -10 deg C in the morning we will cancel and go to the next alternate date (see above). Also, if the sustained winds are going to be close to 20km/h or greater we will also postpone the launch. Please check this web site the evening before the launch to verify we are a go for launch.

For the Viking weather forecast Click here.

Special Notes: Dress warm. Bring a lunch/snacks. There is no bathroom/outhouse close by, you have to drive in to town for a proper restroom if needed. There will be at least one person on site with First Aid/CPR training.

Please refer to links above for more details, location and important safety information about this event.