Johnnie St. Vrain: Where can a Longmont resident launch a model rocket?

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Johnnie St. Vrain: Where can a Longmont resident launch a model rocket?

Dear Johnnie: A few years back my son was given a ticket for launching a small Estes model rocket from a concrete pad in a Longmont park. Fire danger was the reason given. I didn’t know that concrete could burn, but whatever. Is there any place where it is legal to shoot small rockets in or near Longmont? Sandstone perhaps? Thanks. — Up, Up and Away Dear Up, Up and Away: Yes, Sandstone. However, you can’t just head over this afternoon and launch…