Sun, Aug 16, 2009
Event To Be Held August 22 & 23
Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome will
feature "WOMEN FLY WEEKEND" on August 22 and 23 to help expand
awareness among girls and young women about the fun of flying and
potential for careers in aviation. There will be a post-show
reception at 4:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday to facilitate
discussion of opportunities with women pilots and other aviation
professionals.
"To encourage participation in this enriching experience, girls
6 through 17 years of age will be admitted to the air shows on
Women Fly Weekend for $5. Accompanying parents will get the group
rate of $15," said Hugh Schoelzel, President of Old Rhinebeck
Aerodrome Air Shows.
On Sunday, Lynda Meeks, President of Girls With Wings will
conduct interactive workshops, first at 10 AM for pre-teens and a
second at 11:30 for older girls through age 16. Lynda has flown
everything from helicopters in the military to the Citation X as a
professional pilot. "Our goal is to increase self-confidence in
young girls by encouraging them to realize their potential through
opportunities in aviation," Lynda explained. Pre-registration is
strongly recommended for the seminars.
Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome holds thrilling air shows featuring WWI
and Barnstorming era airplanes at 2 PM on Saturdays and Sundays
through October 18. The museum and grounds are open every day from
10 AM - 5 PM. Biplane rides over the Hudson Valley are
available.
Old Rhinebeck Air Shows and Museum are 501(c)3 non-profit
corporations.
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