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Launch Services Program Series: MER-B

Host: Tiffany Nail	MER-B Preparing for Launch: This prelaunch program will give viewers an overview of the second MER rover's launch readiness, including the launch weather forecast, processing milestones and an in-depth look at the MER rover's mission. Event Date: June 27, 2003 Program Began: 2:15 p.m. EDT

Special Guest: Joel Tumbiolo Launch Weather Officer	Overview: Joel Tumbiolo will provide an overview of the weather forecast and any weather issues that may cause concern at launch time. + View Weather Briefing

Special Guest: Omar Baez NASA Launch Manager	Overview: Omar Baez will review the Delta II and MER-1 'Opportunity' rover processing activities that have prepared the spacecraft for launch, and explain key countdown events. + View Presentation + View Question Board

Special Guest: Steve Squyres Principal Investigator	Overview: How would you handle being a robot geologist on a distant planet? Steve Squyres explains how 'Opportunity' is a MER rover on a mission! + View Presentation + View Question Board + View Question and Answer Segment + View Answer Board

Prize Winners: Stephanie from Edmonton - Launch Director's Board Richard from Melbourne - Launch Director's Board Stephanie from Edmonton - Mars Rover Board Richard from Arcadia - Mars Rover Board The individuals above are our Grand Prize Winners. They will each receive a MER program package comprising a mission poster, decal, patch and lapel pin.