Launch Information
 ROCK launches are held the first Saturday of each month starting at 9:30 am. If you are unsure of the weather, please call our "Status Hotline" at (407) 588-7401 on the day of the launch to confirm the current launch status. Launches are cancelled if
bad weather is expected, for a high drought index (typically >600) or prevailing conditions
that would put the Little Big Econ State Forest property at risk from our
activity.The Little Big Econ State Forest Authorities have currently granted
us the opportunity to serve the local Rocket launching communities by overseeing
safe and responsible launch activities. LBESF reserves the right to limit
launch of model rockets outside of our assigned agreement with the State Forest.
If you wish to launch Model Rockets of any type outside of our normal launch
window, you must obtain specific permission from the Forest Ranger
(407.971.3500) and follow their prescribed procedure for permission to launch on
their property. For your information, part of the benefit of launching with us is that we also carry liatiblity and property protection insurance for our NAR section activities. Our coverage does not extend to activity that is not authorized by our section of the National Association of Rocketry(NAR).
We at Rockets of Orlando's Community Kids are pleased to work with those
needing assistance for a safe and fun launch experience. Please contact us
via email if you have a need outside of our normal activity on the first
Saturday of each month. Also note that other NAR sponsored clubs operate
within Florida. See our
Event Calendar for
specific times and locations.
Please do not endanger our privilege of launching on the LBESF property
by violating State Forest Policies.
Some items you may wish to bring to the launch include:
- rockets and rocket "stuff" (of course)
- chairs
- sun screen
- bug repellant
- portable shade
- cooler with drinks
- lunch
- squirt guns
- Launch fees
Launch fees for non-ROCK members are $7 per person (over 6 years old). This includes a $2 usage fee charged by the park. ROCK members pay only the $2 park usage fee. We collect launch fees to keep our launch equipment operational and to provide a fun and safe launch experience for all involved, including Little Big Econ State Forest.
There are no restrooms at the launch site, but several restaurants and gas stations are located
just a few miles away on Lockwood Blvd.
Because of the size of the field, we are limited to flying rockets with G motors or smaller and are limited to a maximum altitude of 2000 feet.
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