Rick created a new 'Heli-Port' for his RC field as we watched this Saturday at the Fly In.

Mike and Evan dedicate the site to 3D.

We were all amazed to discover that Rick's new Heli-Port had a 'Crop Circle', which everyone knows is evidence of alien life.

Accommodations for the Rotary Ring Out

Note that there IS on-site camping at the 2008 Rotary Ring Out.

If you want camping with showers and hook-ups, the Riverview Campground is only 4 miles from the field (see link on the Registration page).

If you aren't interested in camping you can book a discounted room for the Ring Out weekend. Discounted rooms exclusively for Ring Out pilots have been set aside at two motels.

Microtel Inns & Suites, Owatonna MN ($10 reduction in room rate)
 (507) 446-0228 
www.microtelinn.com

Super 8 Motel, Owatonna, MN (10% off regular room price)
 (507) 451-0380 
www.super8.com

Be sure to mention the Rotary Ring Out when you reserve at either place. These rooms will book up so set yours up soon. Don't forget to preregister for the event at www.mrcha.org!

2008 MRCHA Rotary Ring Out

An AMA Sanctioned Event: #08-1730

Ring Out Pre-Registration is CLOSED! (On-Site Registration Available)

The event is being held at the Owatonna R/C Modelers flying field: http://www.owatonna-rc-modelers.com/

FREE 2008 RRO T-Shirt and $5 raffle ticket come with registration ($21 value)!! 

Directions to the ORCM field: Directions  (Note, this is not the SMMAC field, please use link to maps and directions).

Proceed to this address: Lemond Rd & SW 43rd Ave, Owatonna, MN. The field is JUST SOUTH of this intersection by 1/4 mile.
Click HERE to see a map of the exact location.

For GPS, use Lat., Long. +44° 1' 33.40", -93° 17' 9.42" (44.025945, -93.285949) 

Acomodations include On-Site Camping, Local Camping and Local RRO Discounted Hotels.

 

We wish to thank the following sponsors of the 2008 Rotary Ring Out (click on logos to go to websites)

Where: Rick's Hobby Farm

The site is located near exit 10 off of Hwy 94, 3 miles out of New Richmond, WI.
See website at Freedom Field

Date: Saturday, July 12th
Time: 10AM - 8PM
Landing Fee:  $0 - no fee required
Event coordinator: Brian Reinstra - please send questions to  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Food and Drink: MRCHA will be supplying food and drink for the 2008 MRCHA dues paying members. Brian plans to set up a grill for the food. 

Misc: Rick has a soda machine on site.  It is a really nice spot to fly.

RSVP is requested prior to the event so that we can plan on the amount of food and drink and Brian can give Rick a heads up as to how many people intend to be there.