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Field Trip: Let's Go Fly a Kite!

4/16/2012

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April is National Kite Flying Month. Celebrate by visiting somewhere nearby to begin your kite-flying adventure. Any location that is devoid of trees or power-lines, like an open field, park, or beach will suit a kite. Parafoil or delta styles work well for kids- start off simple.
The best days to fly are sun-filled with steady winds; 8-15 mph is optimal. Blustery spells disaster; a careless whisper spells disappointment. As the wind catches the kite, let go of the frame itself. Begin with approximately 500 feet of line, then release at a controlled rate. If too much is released, the kite will hover & eventually drop. If the kite comes to a standstill, tug the line to get it going again. If your child is two+, let them navigate. Be prepared to chase the kite as it sails into uncharted territories.

Warning: May lead to future interest in hangliding or parasailing. 
Tip: Keep a spare kite in the car for impromptu kite-flying. You never know when you will pass a field that beckons. Yes- there is a spare kite [& a sled] in the trunk.
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