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Launches
Launches
Submitted by tripoli on Tue, 01/25/2005 - 12:27.Launches
Launches typically take place on the second Saturday of the month during launch season, which in Minnesota is typically May through November (but may include winter- lakes and laws willing). Occasionally, the Sunday following a normal launch will be a research launch day, research launches allow for non-certified (as well as certified) rocket engines, but require the flier to be Level 2 certified.
Who can fly?
Low power launching is open to everyone and is free of charge. Mid and High power launching requires membership in the national Tripoli or NAR organization. In addition, there is an additional $40/yr or $10/day charge due to the local prefect to cover things like field rental and the port-a-potty.
Spectators
Spectators are welcome, but remember, rocketry can be dangerous. Please pay attention to the Launch Personnel announcements and keep children well in hand.
Legal Notice for Flights over 3000ft
Due to issues dealing with having a high power transmission line located approximately 1/2 mile away, we are posting the following documents. You are required to have read both documents, and you will need to acknowledge this by initializing a statement stating such on our launch cards.
These documents are in pdf format and can be downloaded from here and here
Link to interactive map on Google
Directions to the North Branch Launch Site:
Take Hwy 35 to North Branch (approximately 45 miles north of cities). Go east on State Road 95 out of North Branch. 2.6 miles from 4 way stop at east end of town take a left on Jeffery Street to 400th. Look for launch equipment on field east of Jeffery. If no equipment is located here, turn left on 400th and proceed west for 1-2 miles looking for launch setup.
An alternative, especially if the ground is wet, is to go North on the main road through North Branch- Cty. Rd. 30 about a mile to 400th St. and go right to Jeffry.
I would like to remind everybody that these launches are a group effort and would not be possible if it weren't for the help of those of you that come early or stay late to help with setting up and tearing down. A special thanks goes out to our vendors:
- Rocket Technologies,
- Brian's Brats,
Tripoli Minnesota May 2009 Launch
Submitted by waynej on Mon, 11/03/2008 - 15:53.05/09/2009 - 00:00
05/09/2009 - 15:00
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Old Yeller
Tripoli Minnesota Club Launch. Held the Second Saturday of the month at our field east of North Branch MN. Setup starts at around 8:00 AM and first flights at 9:00 AM. We fly until everyone is exhausted, usually about 4:00 PM.
Tripoli Minnesota is a High Power Rocketry Club. We launch many rockets of all sizes from small models to the obscenely large. Some are 20 feet or more tall. Rocketry is truly a family activity for all ages. Kids (and those young at heart) are welcome to come launch on our 6 low powered launch pads, while the adults get to play with the really big and beautiful high powered birds on our 6 high power pads. Even if you just come to watch, rocketry can be fun and even a little educational. Youth groups are welcome, but a little advanced warning would be nice.
August Launch Report
Submitted by tripoli on Mon, 08/18/2008 - 12:12.August launch report and altitude records
The weather we had for the August launch was the best we have had all year! The stage was set for some spectacular and exciting flights and here are some of the highlights and altitude records that were set.
PatPat Arneson flew his scratch built rocket named "Just Fly The Damn Thing" for the days Trifecta of rocketry. Pat made a great choice using an Aerotech J420R for his power plant . The rocket soared to the incredible altitude of 6773 feet for a perfect flight. This smashes David Kittell's J class record from previous month and puts Pat in first place in the J class for now. This flight also won Pat the coveted August "High-flyer of the Month" award and to round out the trifecta this was Pat’s level 2-certification flight. Congratulations on all three achievements!
Tripoli Minnesota October Launch
Submitted by waynej on Sat, 05/17/2008 - 19:27.10/11/2008 - 10:00
10/11/2008 - 15:00
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Drag race
Tripoli Minnesota Club Launch. Held the Second Saturday of the month at our field east of North Branch MN. Setup starts at around 9:00 AM and first flights at 10:00 AM. We fly until everyone is exhausted, usually about 4:00 PM.
Tripoli Minnesota is a High Power Rocketry Club. We launch many rockets of all sizes from small models to the obscenely large. Some are 20 feet or more tall. Rocketry is truly a family activity for all ages. Kids (and those young at heart) are welcome to come launch on our 6 low powered launch pads, while the adults get to play with the really big and beautiful high powered birds on our 6 high power pads. Even if you just come to watch, rocketry can be fun and even a little educational. Youth groups are welcome, but a little advanced warning would be nice.
Tripoli Minnesota September Launch
Submitted by waynej on Sat, 05/17/2008 - 19:22.09/13/2008 - 00:00
09/13/2008 - 15:00
Etc/GMT-6
Tripoli Minnesota Club Launch. Held the Second Saturday of the month at our field east of North Branch MN. Setup starts at around 8:00 AM and first flights at 9:00 AM. We fly until everyone is exhausted, usually about 4:00 PM.
Tripoli Minnesota is a High Power Rocketry Club. We launch many rockets of all sizes from small models to the obscenely large. Some are 20 feet or more tall. Rocketry is truly a family activity for all ages. Kids (and those young at heart) are welcome to come launch on our 6 low powered launch pads, while the adults get to play with the really big and beautiful high powered birds on our 6 high power pads. Even if you just come to watch, rocketry can be fun and even a little educational. Youth groups are welcome, but a little advanced warning would be nice.
Bring your sunscreen and lots to drink (no alcohol please). Come early as parking will be at a premium. There is no charge for spectators or low power launching. You must be a club member and over 18 to launch high power.
We try to have a rocket equipment vendor (RocketTechnologies.com) and sanitary facilities available at each launch. We also have Brian's Brats, brats, hot dogs, chips and pop for a nominal (and quite reasonable) charge.
Setup starts at around 8:00 AM and first flights at 9:00 AM. Please consider arriving early to set up or staying late for clean up.
Click here for directions.
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Tripoli Minnesota August Launch
Submitted by waynej on Sat, 05/17/2008 - 19:15.08/09/2008 - 00:00
08/09/2008 - 15:00
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PEC3
Just in case you haven't heard, the weather is going to be great tomorrow and the launch is a go. This might just be the best weather we have had all summer so grab your rockets and let's fly. See you all tomorrow.
Tripoli Minnesota June Launch
Submitted by waynej on Tue, 05/13/2008 - 10:44.06/14/2008 - 00:00
06/14/2008 - 15:00
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Hey everyone,
The launch for tomorrow is a GO. It might be a little windy so let's try to get the high altitude and cert flights off ASAP. I will also be leaving early tomorrow for my son's grad party. See you all tomorrow,
Dave
Food for Saturday's Launch
Submitted by tripoli on Thu, 08/09/2007 - 21:40.Brian's Brats will be Brian's Gyros for this Saturday's launch.
Bill Assissmes and I will be serving Gyros instead of brats this month. The cost for a large Gyro will be $3. Hot dogs, pop, water, and chips will also be served at the normal prices.
Come for the food and stay for the launch!
Brian Elfert
August Launch
Submitted by tripoli on Thu, 08/09/2007 - 18:10.I talked to the landowners today and we will be using the same field as usual. See you Saturday,
August launch
Submitted by tripoli on Tue, 08/07/2007 - 15:14.Boy where has this year gone? It's already time for our August launch. We will be flying this Saturday the 11th in North Branch at one of the two Harley Sod locations. Last month we had a plowed up field so we may need to move to the alternate site. I will let everyone know as soon as we get it figured out. Also remember Tim will not be at the launch so bring your motors with you because there will not be a motor vendor. We will have Brian's Brat of course and hopefully gyros too.
