See a shuttle launch if you can

By Joe McAdory

Published: October 23, 2007

Space Shuttle Discovery blasted into orbit Tuesday from Kennedy Space Center in Titusville, Fla., taking seven on another repair mission to the international space station. I’ve seen the shuttle launch on television dozens of time and each launch is spectacular in its own right.

But nothing beats actually being there.

Last July, I stood along a causeway over the Indian River in Titusville to watch Discovery soar toward the heavens and it was a sight to behold. To hear the roar of the engines and feel the ground shake, man that was cool. I shot the launch on video and managed to take a couple of pictures. Sure, the footage doesn’t compare to CNN’s, but it’s mine.

If you’re ever in east central Florida at the time of a launch, why not make the trip to Titusville and watch history? It’s a once in a lifetime opportunity. And while you’re there, stop by Dixie Crossroads and fill up on rock shrimp and corn fritters.