If you're interested in high altitude exploration, take a look at UKHAS: http://ukhas.org.uk/ http://ukhas.org.uk/ There's a beginner guide and information on

If you're interested in high altitude exploration, take a look at UKHAS: http://ukhas.org.uk/ http://ukhas.org.uk/ There's a beginner guide and information on current projects. Cambridge University Spaceflight is of particular interest - they're working on amateur rocketry in space, not just near-space.