In our household, we have our own aspiring aeronautical engineer. And, Kolbe's interest in all things rockets has led Nate to purchase a small rocket from our neighborhood big-box store.
The last weekend in January, when we were in the U.P., Nate and the boys, as well as some of our family, launched the rocket twice. Since we've been home, the rocket has been calling to Nate and Kolbe from the garage. I think Kolbe is moderately interested, but Nate has a special affinity to "blow things up". Just ask our high school chemistry teacher...and his parents.
Here are some photos of our most recent launch, Nebraska style. Of course, out here, the best place to launch a small rocket is a wide-open field.
Jozef was excited that he got to press the ignition today.
Setting up.
Kolbe affectionately named his rocket "NASA"
Blast off!
It took Kolbe about 10 minutes to find the rocket. It was an overcast day, and we didn't see where it landed.
Jerzy all bundled up for the launch. He watched from the backpack.
5 comments:
Wasn't it Nate who lit the forest on fire?!?lol anyway, looks good family!!!
Yes. Yes, it was.
Mr. B would be so proud!
Jen, it was so awesome when we did it up here on Fumee Lake. I'm glad they're still enjoying it.
Ah, good fun, those rockets... glad the boys are enjoying them. John has been launching rockets even during college. He didn't bother trying to disguise it as a "dad bonding thing..." it's really all about him! :) ha ha.
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