MEDIA ADVISORY

International Space Station contact taking place at Saint Rose Elementary School

January 14, 2013 – All media are invited to attend a live contact with the International Space Station and astronaut Chris Hadfield.

The Loyalist City Amateur Radio club and the Saint Rose Elementary School have joined forces to organize this exciting space contact using ham radio technology.

Students will have the opportunity to ask space Colonel Chris Hadfield questions as the station comes into range.

Event details:

-          Thursday, January 17, 2013, 9:00 a.m.

-          Saint Rose Elementary School, 700 Manawagonish Road
Saint John

Media are requested to register in advance by contacting Heather Campbell at hcampbel@nb.sympatico.ca.

Please specify media outlet and any specific requirements.