Launch Still On for September 20th. Now back to Horning Field #1!

After a short stay at our new Horning #3 field, we will be back at Horning #1 on September 20th. High Power is back on the menu! And as usual, keep an eye here for updates.

Click below for Google Maps to Horning #1.

Horning #1

 

Next Launch tentative for September 20th.

Thanks to all that came out to our last launch. It was a great day and 75 flights made it into the air. Based on the cutting schedule, our next launch will be on September 20th. These dates all always subject to change based on the weather and the Horning's cutting plans. Be sure to check back here for further updates.

Launch for August 23rd is a Go! 

The alfalfa is being cut so we are good to go for the 23rd. We will be at the smaller field on the west side of Reno Road, across from the Horning #1 field. The exact location will be determined that morning depending on the winds but you should have no trouble finding us. Remember, this field has a 'G' motor limit so plan accordingly. 

Launch for today, June 26, is canceled.

Due to overnight rain at the field and more in the forecast we will have to cancel the launch for today. We won't be able to get into the field again until August 23rd. We really wanted to get to launch today but Mother Nature is not playing nice. 

July 26 Launch Update:

 As of Friday morning, the forecast for the launch tomorrow is somewhat grim. Scattered thunderstorms starting predawn and throughout the day. Some strong storms with high winds are possible in the mid-to-late afternoon. The wind is predicted to be 5-7 mph from the south, so if the launch is a go, we will set up on the south side (see map). We had some rain last night and this morning, but the field is still firm and usable. That might change if we get a lot of rain overnight. I will be up at 6 to check on the field condition and forecast. A go-no go decision will be made after the morning assessment. We will update this email and the blog site, https://jacksonmodelrocketryclub.blogspot.com/, with news and the launch decision. 
 
Reminder, this is a low-power (G impulse and below) launch site. As you can see on the map, there is Pleasant Lake and homes to the east and the Consumers Energy Compressor Station to the northwest that restricts what we can fly on this field. 

 

  Next Sport & NRC Launch Date, July 26 @Horning 3

The Horning's plan is to make the next alfalfa cut on the week of the 21st. Barring any weather or equipment issues, that puts our next launch on Saturday, the 26th. 
 
Hopefully, as we get close to the launch date, we will have an idea which direction the wind will be coming from, so we will know which end of the field the range will be set up on. It may come down to the morning of the launch, in which case we will post a reply to this email with a field update. We will either park on the field at the corner of Hieber and Ernst Rds, or in Buzz's backyard at 5170 Reno Rd.  Just a reminder, this field will be new to most of you and is restricted to G impulse and lower. 

 

Launch this Saturday, June 28, at Horning #1

The field has been cut so we are ON for this Saturday at Horning #1. We will be a bit short handed so we sure could use some help with setup and tear down. And bring plenty of water!

Map to field:

Horning #1

Launch Update:

 The Hornings are expecting to cut the alfalfa at the Horning 1 field next week, with our launch scheduled for the 28th. This will change if there is adverse weather next week, preventing them from cutting on time. Several club members will be at NARAM in Muncie, Indiana that day, and our setup/teardown crew will need help so please lend a hand. 
 
This will be our last launch at Horning 1 until the Fall when the corn is cut. Until then, we will fly at a smaller field across the road to the west called Horning 3. The field is a good size, but is closer to the lake, houses, and the Consumers Energy gas plant, so impulse is limited to G and below. Expect to fly there in late July and August. Launch site setup can be at the north or south end of the field, depending on wind direction. 

Launch this Saturday May 31, 2025

50 flights flew on the 24th, let's do more! We will be back at Horning #2. Field should be in great shape!

Launch This Saturday May 24, 2025!

and...

Next Saturday May 31, 2025!

The Horning 2 field on Bethel Church Rd has enough of the triticale harvested that we can fly there this Saturday, May 24th. We will need to stay away from the small amount of triticale on the northwest part of the field if they can't clear it out before Saturday.
 
There is a good chance that we can also fly at Horning 2 on May 31st, but if not, we will be able to fly at Horning 1. Either way, as long as the weather cooperates, we are flying the next two Saturdays.
 
Stay tuned here for updates.

Follow the link below to Horning #2

Horning #2