Blue Origin’s foundation Club for the Future has partnered with Estes Industries to launch a series of New Shepard model rockets and educational content to inspire the next generation of space explorers. The first one will launch in November, priced at $69.99, and is a functional 1/66th scale replica.
Officially called the Estes New Shepard, this fully reusable rocket follows the same flight profile as its real-life counterpart, complete with being payload-capable. That’s not all, the rocket also separates from the booster near its apogee of almost 400-feet before parachuting back to Earth for a gentle touchdown. Each model includes a Club for the Future postcard for kids to draw or write their vision of how they envision the future of space exploration.
LEGO Icons NASA Space Shuttle Discovery 10283 Model Building Set - Spaceship Collection with Hubble Telescope, Detailed Display for Home or Office Decor, Gift Idea for Adults
- LEGO NASA Space Set - This adult LEGO set features the Space Shuttle Discovery and the Hubble Space Telescope from NASA’s 1990 STS-31 mission, perfect for space enthusiasts.
- Solar System Exploration - Unlock the mysteries of our solar system with this engaging 2,354-piece project, packed with authentic details and NASA-inspired elements.
- Shuttle Features Galore - The space shuttle model has an opening payload bay, retractable landing gear, opening cockpit, moving elevons, space arm, and 5 seats for the crew.
The Estes and Club for the Future collaboration is the next exciting step in Estes’s long legacy of supporting STEM education, and the Estes New Shepard is the perfect vehicle to inspire future generations,” said Mallory Langford, President, Estes Industries.
