NARTREK Cadet Program
The NARTREK Cadet program is a self-paced rocket class that consists of a series of four achievement levels. The four achievement Levels follow the history of the NASA manned space program. Beginning with Mercury, then proceeding through Gemini, Apollo and finally Skylab. Each level builds upon and adds to the skills learned in the previous level. As each level is finished, you receive an Achievement Certificate and an enameled pin certifying your accomplishment. The pins for each Level are modified versions of the original NASA mission patch designs.
The NARTREK Cadet Program
- Is open to both members and non-members of the NAR.
- Is age appropriately designed to improve the knowledge and skills of modelers under age 18.
- Modelers can work alone, with an affiliated NAR section, class or after school group.
- Operates on the honor system.
- Uses commercially available rocket kits whenever possible.
- Is designed to be low-cost to you. You buy your own kits, motors, equipment, and publications.
- You must know and abide by the NAR Model Rocket and High Power safety Codes
- You must understand the NAR rocket motor coding system.
- The Cadet program does not replace the existing standard NARTREK program in use by the NAR.
- You may use the same models for both programs but must make separate flights for each program.
- NAR Sections can provide the guidance, expertise, and resources to make the Cadet's participation very rewarding.
How Does NARTREK Cadet Work?
To participate, you must meet the basic Cadet program requirements.
- Register by completing the application form.
- At your own pace, complete each requirement. If you run into problems, contact NARTREK Base, who will put you in contact with someone who can help. Each flight must be witnessed by an adult and certified to HQ using forms and photographs.
- As you complete each requirement, fill out the certification form.
- When you have completed all the certification forms for your current level, mail them in to NARTREK Base.
- NARTREK Base will evaluate your certifications and send back your Achievement Certificate, along with the appropriate enamel pin. If you have signed up for additional program levels, the next packet will be sent to you automatically.
- You may sign up for additional levels at any time.
Registration & Fee
Remember: once you start a Cadet Achievement Level, you don't have to complete it within any time limit. In fact, you don't ever have to complete it at all! NARTREK is designed to increase your enjoyment of rocketry, not your stress level. So don't "work" at it—have fun!
NARTREK Cadet Levels