Mission Update
Yesterday the payload carrier Hitchhhiker Bridge containing the Fast Reaction Experiments Enabling Science, Technology, Applications and Research (FREESTAR) experiments for mission STS-107 was placed in the payload canister for transfer to the Orbiter Processing Facility. FREESTAR incorporates eight high-priority, secondary, attached shuttle experiments on mission STS-107. The bridge will be installed in Columbia's payload bay. The research mission will also carry the SHI Research Double Module (SHI/RDM), known as SPACEHAB. Experiments on the module range from ma-terial sciences to life sciences (many rats). STS-107 is scheduled to launch July 19.

Crew Presentation
The STS-110 crew will be at KSC on May 21 to talk with employees about their mission to the International Space Station. Their presentation will be held in the KSC Training Auditorium from 1 - 2 p.m. Employees are encouraged to attend.

May is National High Blood Pressure Month
On-site blood pressure checks will be conducted May 16, OSB, noon - 5 p.m.; May 17, O&C Fitness Center, 12 - 5 p.m.; May 22, SSPF Cafeteria, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. May 23, CCAFS Cafeteria, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.; May 29, O&C Exercise Facility, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.; May 30, OSB Lobby, 11 a.m. -
1 p.m.

Beach Safety
As summer approaches, we and our families will be spending more time at the beach. Here are a few safety tips which may be helpful:
§ Check surf conditions before entering the water.
§ Protect your skin (hat, shirt, suntan lotion).
§ Look out for aquatic life (including jelly fish).
§ Drink plenty of water regularly.
§ Never fake actions or calls for help.
§ Watch for signs of heat stroke.
§ Respect other beach patrons.
§ Follow the advice of the lifeguards.

Please be cautious at the beach. If you have children, they might not be aware of the risks.

NASA Science Update
Experts say another Leonid meteor storm is due in 2002. Rumor has it that a glaring full Moon will ruin the display ... but perhaps there's hope for a marvelous show, after all. Read the full story at http://science.nasa.gov/headlines/y2002/10may_leonids-2002.htm?list550276 .

Did You Know?
The KSC Federal Women's Program Working Group (FWPWG) represents the women of KSC's civil service work force. The group identifies and addresses issues, both personal and professional, which affect all Center employees. For the latest information regarding the FWPWG, visit the new Web site: http://fwp.ksc.nasa.gov/fwp/default.htm