Women Soar You Soar Grows to Four Days at AirVenture

February 14, 2011—Ever wonder what it’s like to fly a plane? Or are you thinking of majoring in aviation, science, or engineering in college but aren’t sure it’s the career you want? Women Soar You Soar will help you find answers to those questions and more. Entering its seventh year of inspiring young women to reach for their dreams in aviation, the program is expanding to four days in 2011 and will now be held on the final weekend of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh.   Scheduled for July 28-31, Women Soar You Soar will introduce 100 young women to aviation-based careers and a women-mentor network, providing encouragement and support to consider a career in aviation—from fighter pilots to engineering. Teens will participate in a variety of activities, including flight simulation, workshops, wing rib assembly, career exploration and mentor sessions.   The program is available to young women entering grades nine through 12 in fall 2011. With the program shifting dates in 2011, attendees will also experience a variety of exciting AirVenture attractions taking place on the final weekend—including WomenVenture, one of the largest gatherings of women aviators and enthusiasts, and the widely popular Night Air Show on July 30.   “Expanding Women Soar You Soar to four days and shifting it to AirVenture’s final weekend will give attendees the chance to engage with more inspiring aviation figures and experience what a career in aviation has to offer as we create the next generation of aviators,” said Elissa Lines, EAA vice president of business and donor relations. “These young women will undoubtedly come away excited about the opportunity they have before them.”   Applications will be accepted through June 30 and are available online at www.airventure.org/WomenSoar. The cost is $75, which includes lodging at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, meals, and admission to EAA AirVenture. Registration scholarships are also available for those meeting financial need requirements.		EAA’s Women Soar You Soar 2011 will introduce 100 young women to aviation-based careers and a women-mentor network, providing encouragement and support to consider a career in aviation. (Photo courtesy Sarah Benish) 2010 Women Soar You Soar participants tour the AirVenture grounds and pose for a photo. (Photo courtesy Sarah Benish) Women Soar participants get an up-close look at aerobatic pilot Mike Goulian and his aircraft inside the Kermit Weeks Hangar during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2010. (Photo courtesy Sarah Benish)

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