Dear Rocketry Enthusiasts,

Next Sunday the 8th of February is the monthly scheduled launch morning for QRS at the Cedar Grove launch site from 8am. As always, weather and launch site dependent. While this launch isn't widely and publicly advertised we are expecting some TV media to be in attendance and representatives from Logan City Council.

For those running electronics in their rockets please be aware of the Electronics Best Practice, in the Electronics section of the forum to ensure a safe rocketry experience. 

As a reminder that we are launching in an open field with no cover so remember while we can't seek, we can slip, slop, slap and slide. Yes, sun screen, covered clothing etc. It was really warm at the February launch and we are expecting the temperature to drop off ever so slightly for the March launch but it will still be warm.  The field does have it's uneven bits and decent footwear is needed searching for rockets. For those who are not in the running for closest to pad, please be aware that there are fire ants in the area when walking around the site. With no facilities, please bring enough water to drink.

The high vis bunting will be set up around the power lines and we politely ask people not to venture into the areas barricaded by the bunting during the launch event. Energex also request that we don't have people around the cars during the launches due to the risk of earth currents if one of the conductors was brought down.

If you are planning a L1 or L2 certification attempt can you please let the committee know in advance.

And finally, Carl and Georgia who run the farm on the opposite side of Cedar Grove Rd have kindly offered to house the QRS trailer. They have a farm shop (honesty box) just up the road and sell honey (hives are local), eggs etc.

Cheers.

Simon.

(QRS Secretary)
(QRS 198 / Tripoli 21407)