L1 Month

L1 Month is SHC’s introductory project for High Power rocketry since 2016. Many may be familiar with smaller Estes model rockets, however the jump to high power can be quite large, as rockets become more complex and the safety risks become larger. Students will receive classes on the basics of high powered rocketry and then have the opportunity to purchase a kit based on a design they create with those skills. They are provided with resources to build and test their rocket, and assistance with launch and recovery operations. These rockets are often launched hosted by Huntsville Area Rocketry Association (HARA). However, other launch sites such as the Mid South Rocketry Society (MSRS) located in Memphis, and launches hosted by SHC itself have also seen L1 flights. Students will receive their L1 Rocketry Certification upon a successful flight and recovery of their rocket, and after inspection by flight reviewers.