A manned capsule dangling from a 280-foot balloon as it lifed off from the Portsmouth Mine pit in Crosby on August 19, 1957, launched the space age!
The launch, forerunner of today's space program, was one of several designed to study the effect of high altitudes on humans. The program was named, "Man High."
The man who was inside the capsule when it lifted from the pit was Dr. David Simons, a physician who set a new record for prolonged high-altitude flight, soaring to 102,000 feet.



Cuyuna Country Heritage is involved in planning a major celebration of this historic event. The 50-year anniversary will be observed August 17th-19th in 2007, and plans are now being coordinated by Jim Nelson of the CCHPS Governing Board.

Get involved in this event by contacting him at:
17377 CR 10 #3
Deerwood, MN 56444
218-678-2505
jnelsonsport@earthlink.net

There are many ways for you to become involved:
Send in photos and written memories of the balloon launch!
Volunteer to help with the planning!
Make a donation to help pay for the cost of the celebration!
Let us know if you can connect us with dignitaries and others to invite!