Last year, more than 200 children and adults built and launched model rockets in celebration of National Spaceweek. Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts can use this event to help fulfill the requirements for their space exploration badges.
Participants can purchase and build model rockets at the event or bring their own rockets.
Volunteers will be available to help with the construction of the rocket kits. In addition, a high-power model rocket built by the NASA Langley National Space Society also will be on display. This rocket has been launched several times, reaching heights of more than 2,000 feet. The NASA Langley chapter has helped two local high schools build and launch similar rockets. Interviews and photo opportunities are available.