The Birmingham
Rocket Boys
are grateful for the wonderful Parade article that was written by Homer
Hickam Jr., who is a dear friend and supporter of our club. We are also
grateful for the Parade editors and staff who found our story worthy to
publish in their popular nationally syndicated magazine.
Inspired by Homer's movie "October Sky" and his book
"Rocket Boys" , we
set out to start a club whose ultimate goal was to teach kids how to
build
and safely fly model rockets. As a chartered section and proud member
of the National Association of Rocketry, we are dedicated to this task.
We say thanks to Homer, our wonderful BRB sponsors,
supporters, friends
and club members for making this day possible. In our quest to teach
our kids how to build rockets we are also on a quest to teach them how
to build character, how to dream, how to aim high in life and how to
reach for the stars. I sincerely hope that all of you who are reading
this article will join us in our quest to make a positive impact on
today's youth and on our world. God bless you all.
Written by: Ron Witherspoon / Founder / BRB #665
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