Historical Kite Symposium #2 - October 16 & 17, 2010 in Burlington, Ontario

Featuring:
Saturday - Morning roundtable discussion with Sir George Cayley biographer Richard Dee (also an Avro Arrow researcher) - followed by a workshop to build your own replica 4ft 1804 Cayley glider

Sunday - Morning roundtable discussion with Mathew Sellers biographer Barbara Sellers and World renown historical kite builder Jan Westerink, who will then led us in a workshop to build your own 6 ft Sellers Bird Kite

“Kites to Flight” is a rare, once in a lifetime opportunity to spend a relaxed weekend with two biographical authors of aviation pioneers of the 1800’s; as well as build for your personal collection, not one - but two - 4’ & 6’ authentic replica models which will be a source of pride and conversation; an heirloom to keep or pass on to your children, club, or give as a gift.

Direct from the Netherlands, one of the world’s premier historical kite re-creators of the era of kites to flight - Jan Westerink - will provide significant insights into what it was like to craft these vehicles of aviation history, and to lead us through practical hands on techniques of model crafting.

Space is limited. Yes, we know everyone says it to get people to register early, but it is true; space is limited to the number of kits parts which can be crafted and brought over from the Netherlands. So the first 25 get in.

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN - CLICK HERE
Registration fee is $110 CDN which covers most but not all of our costs for coffee/teas, 2- lunches, a Saturday night dinner, and your Cayley and Seller's kits.
For those out-of-towners looking for accommodations, the hotel is offering us a special rate of $89 Cdn per night so you can stay on-sight.
When reserving your room, please give them this code: 614184.

On October 16^t^h, the Symposium will explore the beginning of the science of flight by taking a retrospective look at Sir George Cayley (1773-1857), the first true, scientific aerial investigator and the first person to understand the underlying principles and forces of flight.

Day 1 will be a day devoted to the work of Sir George Cayley, with special guest, author Richard Dee. Dee's book: The Man Who Discovered Flight is, without a doubt, the most readable and entertaining account of Cayley's amazing activities. Richard Dee is an interesting, engaging and delightfully wry author who will engage participants in an overview of Cayley’s life with an emphasis on his work in discovering the principles of flight and demonstrating his proof with the construction and flight of his famous gliders. For those of you who follow aviation, Richard is also author of a book on Canada’s famous high tech fighter airplane, the Avro Arrow.

Saturday
8:30       Registration Opens
9:30       Welcome and introductions
9:45       Introduction of Richard Dee who will share his research from his biography on Sir
               George Cayley, as well as share some general insights on aviation in Canada, including some
                thoughts from his research around the Avro Arrow.
11:45    Break to set up for Cayley glider workshop and lunch

12:00    Lunch
1:00      Introduction to the Cayley Glider kit workshop by project leaders Bob     White, Thom Shaken & Carlos Simoes
3:30       OPTION “A” - Favorable weather we will proceed to flying field to fly our Cayley gliders
               OPTION “b” - Unfavorable flying weather, presentation by Bill Henderson, authoritative Free Flight     Modeller
               Followed by Free Time
6:00       Reception, Holiday Day Inn
7:00       Dinner, presentations, auction and conversations into the evening

Participants will learn about another pioneer of flight, American Matthew B. Sellers. Sellers worked with some very dramatic kite designs to explore the principles of flight. His work culminated with powered aircraft that actually flew in the early pioneering days of aviation. Presenting the story of Matthew Sellers will be author Barbara Sellers, granddaughter of the flight pioneer.

The highlight of this day will be the kite building session led by Jan Westerink of The Netherlands. Jan is one of the world’s finest historic kite authorities and replica builders. Jan’s first workshop in North America is a must for modellers and kiters interested in the era of wonderfully intricate and experimental kite crafts that were on the cusp of powered flight. Jan will lead the participants in making their own scaled replica of the Seller’s Bird Kite, one of the many kites that Matthew Sellers developed in his pioneering work.

Sunday
9:00       Registration Opens
9:30       Welcome and introductions
9:45       Introduction of Barbara Sellers who will give a biographical presentation of her grandfather Mathew Sellers, followed by a Q &A period.
10:30    Introduction of Jan Westerink, who will share an overview of his various historical projects, followed by a Q&A session
12:00    Lunch
12:30     Introduction to the Seller’s Bird kite kit workshop by project leader Jan Westerink
4:00       Possible kite fly or closing summary

Preparing for a visit to Canada by International Visitors:
In simplest terms, Canadian law requires that all persons entering Canada must carry both proof of citizenship and identity. If entering from the USA, a valid US passport or passport card is preferred, although a birth certificate, naturalization certificate, citizenship certificate, or another document proving US nationality together with a government issued photo ID (such as a valid, enhanced driver's license) is acceptable to establish identity and nationality.
For complete regulations consult the website of the Canadian Border Services Agency. Re-entry to the United States of America is governed by US laws and regulations.

On behalf of the Kites to Flight Symposium Planning Team,
Mark Groshens, George Paisiovich, Pete Rich, Thom Shanken, Ted Shaw,
Carlos Simoes, Jan Westerink, Bob White and Sara Zlabis.

If you have questions, please feel free to drop a line and we will provide an answer. George@kitemuseum.com