Next Launch Next Saturday May 16, 2026!

Sorry again for the short notice but after talking to the Hornings today they are going to let us use the Horning #1 field before the planting starts. So great news! 

Set up will start about 9:00am (please help). Flying will start at 10:00am and go on until about 5:00pm. See you there!

If you are a new flyer please look at the information on the "Launch Procedures" tab above. When you arrive just come up to the tables and we will get you a helper for the day.

Click the link below for Google Maps to Horning #1

Horning #1

 

Next Launch Update:

It is now the time of year for planting and the month of most uncertainty for when we can fly next. 
 
As of now, it looks like the Horning 1 and 2 fields are off the availability list already due to planting and the type of crops going into those fields. Horning 3, the new field, is all alfalfa, and we can fly on it once it is cut. It's growing well right now, but these cold temps are going to slow it down. Typically, they make the first cut during the last two weeks of May, and then we have a 10-day window to hold a launch before we have to wait 28 days for the next cut. We likely won't get a long advanced notice before the first cut, but after that we can plan on subsequent launches to be every 28 days.
 
We'll stay in touch with the Hornings and post any updates. 

Map to Horning #3 here:

Horning #3
 

Next Launch April 11, 2026

We will be at the Horning #1 field on Saturday, April 11 for our first launch of 2026. We will need to celebrate the Artemis II mission! If you have any NASA scale models bring them along.

You can get to the Horning #1 field here:

Horning #1

Setup starts about 9:00AM and we can start flying at 10:00AM.

We having everything you need to fly. Just bring yourself and your rockets.

Mid Winter Update:

 Hi folks, hope everyone is enjoying the winter!

Just a couple of things. We are going to try for a maintenance day on March 28th. We will be working on the launch pads and other equipment. We will need as many people to come out as possible to get stuff ready for the flying season. Lunch will be served!

Our first launch of 2026 is set for April 11th at one of the Horning fields yet to be determined. Weather permitting of course. 

We will probably have to have more launches at the smaller Horning #3 field this year due to the crop rotation. Lots of corn this year.

Altitude contest goal this year is 518 feet. Lower this year because of the Horning #3 field limitations.

This year if we get weathered out on our regular Saturday launch we will try to do a Sunday make up day when we can.

The "Crapshoot" joint launch at Muskegon will be April 25-26.

And don't forget LDRS in Pence, Indiana will be April 16-19.

April sounds busy in the best way for rocket folks!

Invitation to the Jackson Model Rocket Club & Huron Valley Rocket Society Annual Winter Holiday Party and Business Meeting – February 7, 2026

Happy Holidays from the officers and board of the Jackson Model Rocket Club (JMRC) and Huron Valley Rocket Society (HUVARS)!

We’re excited to invite you and your family to our annual Winter Holiday Party and Combined Club Business Meeting on

Saturday, February 7, 2026

Noon – 5:00 p.m.

Freedom Township Hall

11508 Pleasant Lake Rd, Manchester, MI 48158.

This is always one of our favorite gatherings of the year – a great chance to catch up with old friends, welcome new members, celebrate the past year of launches, and look ahead to an even bigger 2026 flying season.

Event Highlights

• Potluck lunch and desserts (please bring a dish to share – main dish, side, salad, or dessert).
• Short combined business meeting (club updates, officer reports, 2026 launch schedule preview, and a quick vote on any time-sensitive items.
• Our famous Rocket Raffle & Auction! Bring your spare kits, motors, altimeters, T-shirts, or anything rocket-related you’d like to donate. All proceeds go directly to club operating costs (field use donation, portable restroom cleaning, equipment maintenance, etc.
• Plenty of time to socialize, swap stories, and maybe even start planning that next big project!

Please RSVP by January 31, 2026, so we have a rough headcount for seating and tables. Please use the link in the email sent to members to let us know you’re coming (and what dish you plan to bring.

We can’t wait to see everyone and kick off the new year together. Whether you’ve been flying with us for decades or just joined this past season, you’re part of the family – come celebrate with us!

Clear skies and safe travels,

The BOD

Next Launch November 8, 2025 at Horning #1!

Back at Horning #1 in November.  Set up at 9:00am and we could always use some help. At this time of year will be closing the range closer to 4:00pm so we don't have to tear the range down in the dark.
At the last launch in October we had 13 flyers put up 81 flights (64 sport and 16 NRC).

 

Launch is ON for October 11, 2025

We will be at the Horning #1 field and be parking on the north side of the field at the end of Reno road. You'll should be able to see us easy. Slight chance of rain in the forecast but we'll keep the drops away with fire and noise! 

 You still have a chance to enter the Altitude Contest!

Here are the rules:
At the end of the flying season, have the closest recorded altitude to the target altitude of 673 feet without going over.

 • Any commercial altimeter may be used.

 • The cost of entry is $5 and must be paid before the flight.

 • You must state on your flight card that the flight is participating in the Precision Altitude contest.

 • You may enter as many times as you like.

 • We must have at least 10 adult entries during the flying season, or the contest will be extended to 2026.

Awards: Adults (18 and older):

  First place is 50% of the money collected.

  Runner-up is 25% of the money collected.

 Club fund receives the final 25%.

   Juniors (Under 18 years old) Prizes to be announced later for all junior participants 

Next Launch October 11, 2025

We will be back at the Horning #1 field on October 11th. Check back here for details as they become available.

 

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