Quest Aerospace…Launching Model Rocket Business from Pagosa Springs
Drawn to the small town climate and outdoor lifestyle, owner Bill Stine decided to move his business operations to Pagosa Springs, Colorado in June 2007. This 19-year old High Flier company, Quest Aerospace, designs, produces and sells model rockets for various skill levels of modelers, from the beginner to the most highly skilled. His company distributes model rockets, kits and accessories direct through their website, through retailers and through a worldwide distributor network.
After vacationing in Pagosa Springs and purchasing a second home here, Bill and his family decided they wanted to make the beautiful mountain community their primary residence. To help make that transition possible, Bill contacted Archuleta Economic Development Association (AEDA) Executive Director, Bart Mitchell.
Bart provided relocation information, helped him find warehouse and office space for his business and even personally helped Quest Aerospace employees move into their newly purchased home. Office manager, Nettie Hunsicker was not only blown away by the personal attention, but she felt welcomed to the community from the start. “My husband and I were both sick on move in day, so we could not have done it without Bart. That day also started a great friendship with Bart’s whole family and ours!” Nettie explained.
As project leader and sponsor of the Archuleta County 4H Rocketry Program, Nettie and Quest Aerospace have benefitted the local kids in our community. This is just one of the many ways Quest donates their time and money to improve local organizations.
Bill is married with 1 daughter in college and another in high school. “At first, my teenage daughters were hesitant to move to a small town away from the large shopping malls. However, they found out that there are a lot more important things in life and wouldn’t dream of moving back,” Bill explains.
In their free time, Bill and his family enjoy canoeing, kayaking, hiking and riding horses. Bill said that Pagosa Springs is an ideal place for mobile businesses who want greater family time and love to explore the outdoors. For more information on Quest Aerospace, visit their website at: http://www.questaerospace.com.