Fascination with space lifts off at 2-week camp
By Mary Ellen Godin, Record-Journal MERIDEN - Coke and Alka-Seltzer was among the top fuel combinations for aspiring rocket scientists hop-ing to launch empty film canisters to the sky Wednesday. Baking soda and wine vinegar also provided enough thrust. "We pour in the Sprite and quickly walk away," explained Billy Hunt, 10, of Meriden. About 15 children from 8 to 12 are attending two weeks of Space Camp at Meriden YMCA's Mountain Mist on High Hill Road. The program, which began last year with six children, has grown as more children and their parents hear about rocket launching, space exploration and lessons in astronomy.