Ye Olde Rocket Forum

Go Back   Ye Olde Rocket Forum > The Doctor is In! > Ask the Doctor
User Name
Password
Auctions Register FAQ Members List Calendar Today's Posts Search Mark Forums Read


Reply
 
Thread Tools Search this Thread Display Modes
  #1  
Old 07-15-2010, 05:01 PM
jspitza jspitza is offline
Craftsman
 
Join Date: Jul 2010
Posts: 128
Default Hello from a new member

Hello all!
Just wanted to introduce myself. My name is Jeff, live in the Chicagoland area and got the model rocket bug. I've raided Hobby Lobby, Michaels and my LHS and now have a few rockets by Estes, Semroc and Quest. I have a plastic model (WW2 warbird) background but used to launch these suckers off during the early 1980's My things have changed though and am finding frustration as to were to launch. I've read every single park and forest preserve regulations and all say the same thing-No rockets! My Dad said that he saw a few in the local park but when I called and asked it was the same answer. Also, my LHS claims that my rockets are considered a scientific experiment and not considered dangerous. Argh! Anyway, take care and have a good eve, Jeff
Reply With Quote
  #2  
Old 07-16-2010, 07:30 AM
jflis jflis is offline
FlisKits, Inc.
 
Join Date: Mar 2005
Location: Merrimack, NH (wish it were Alaska :) )
Posts: 795
Default

Welcome to rocketry and to YORF! You're going to love both.

It *can* be frustrating trying to find a flying field. Our local parks, here in NH, do allow rockets but you need a permit (not hard to get, just leg work you have to do). I know of many areas where rocketry is not allowed. More often than not it is either a concern with respect to insurance and/or a concern of bothering other park guests.

If park options are locked out, you should look into your school district. As long as you are not impacting a sporting event you may find better luck there. There is a very good chance that your school is aware of rocketry and won't have any concerns with regard to safety.

NOTE: Having a rocketry program in your school is a BIG help. Also, being a NAR member, with the provided insurance, is also a BIG help.

Good luck and keep us posted!
jim
__________________
FlisKits, Inc.
http://fliskits.com/
Model rocket kits and MORE!

Toad's Tavern - http://toadstavern.com/
Personal site - http://jflis.com/
Reply With Quote
  #3  
Old 07-16-2010, 07:48 AM
jetlag jetlag is offline
Old BAR
 
Join Date: Aug 2006
Posts: 2,279
Default

Might I add to Jim's able advice by saying you should also consider befriending an owner(s) of some farmland near you. Most folks around here are usually amenable to limited rocket-launching activities, as long as it is not some large 'event,' and it does not impact any planting/harvesting activities. It never hurts to ask!
As long as you're not some 'gubbment revenooer...'
Allen
Reply With Quote
  #4  
Old 07-16-2010, 09:48 AM
bob jablonski bob jablonski is offline
Craftsman
 
Join Date: Oct 2008
Posts: 406
Default

Welcome.
I agree with the above.
Mr. Bob
Starlight Model Rockets LLC
www.starlightrocketry.com
Reply With Quote
  #5  
Old 07-16-2010, 10:33 AM
sam_midkiff sam_midkiff is offline
Reptilian Rocketeer
 
Join Date: Oct 2007
Posts: 60
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by jspitza
Hello all!
Just wanted to introduce myself. My name is Jeff, live in the Chicagoland area and got the model rocket bug. I've raided Hobby Lobby, Michaels and my LHS and now have a few rockets by Estes, Semroc and Quest. I have a plastic model (WW2 warbird) background but used to launch these suckers off during the early 1980's My things have changed though and am finding frustration as to were to launch. I've read every single park and forest preserve regulations and all say the same thing-No rockets! My Dad said that he saw a few in the local park but when I called and asked it was the same answer. Also, my LHS claims that my rockets are considered a scientific experiment and not considered dangerous. Argh! Anyway, take care and have a good eve, Jeff


Fox Vallye Rocketeers, Illinois Rocketry Society and the Northern Illinois Rocketry Society might be close to you. Go to http://www.nar.org/NARseclist.php for more information.

Sam
Reply With Quote
  #6  
Old 07-16-2010, 10:49 AM
tbzep's Avatar
tbzep tbzep is offline
Dazed and Confused
 
Join Date: Mar 2005
Location: TN
Posts: 11,610
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by sam_midkiff
Illinois Rocketry Society

Why would anybody want to fly with the IRS?

__________________
I love sanding.
Reply With Quote
  #7  
Old 07-16-2010, 01:00 PM
jspitza jspitza is offline
Craftsman
 
Join Date: Jul 2010
Posts: 128
Default

Thanks guys!!!
I see I may have a few friendly neighbors to bake pies for.....
And many thanks for the links NAR links as I'll be sure to check these out. Take care, Jeff
Reply With Quote
  #8  
Old 07-19-2010, 06:47 PM
PaulK PaulK is offline
BAR
 
Join Date: Nov 2005
Location: WI
Posts: 1,847
Default

Welcome Jeff! The most enjoyable way to find a field is to join a local club. In addition to the IL clubs, there is a great club just north of the border to give you even more launching opportunities!

wooshrocketry.org
__________________
Paul
If we weren't all crazy, we would go insane - Jimmy Buffett
NAR #87246 www.wooshrocketry.org
Reply With Quote
  #9  
Old 07-20-2010, 04:16 PM
jspitza jspitza is offline
Craftsman
 
Join Date: Jul 2010
Posts: 128
Default

Thanks Paul!
I will probably be checking into a local club in this fall as our family schedule is really filling up fast! Its still April, right? Take care, Jeff
Reply With Quote
  #10  
Old 07-23-2010, 04:46 PM
jeffyjeep's Avatar
jeffyjeep jeffyjeep is offline
Old Submariner
 
Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: Home of Wayne & Garth
Posts: 7,760
Default

Hi Jeff. When I lived in Des Plaines, IL, my launching zone of choice was Busse Woods Park on Higgins Road in Schaumburg (across from Motorola.) I haven't been there in years, but the park used to have a pylon R/C racing airfield, a rocket field, competition control line rings, and some of the best kite flying in Illinois.

Jeff
__________________
Never trust an atom. They make up everything.

4 out of 3 people struggle with math.

Chemically, alcohol IS a solution.

NAR# 94042
SAM# 0078
Reply With Quote
Reply


Thread Tools Search this Thread
Search this Thread:

Advanced Search
Display Modes

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

vB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Forum Jump



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 05:51 PM.


Powered by: vBulletin Version 3.0.7
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.
Ye Olde Rocket Shoppe © 1998-2024