Even though Richard Federley will not be , he害羞草研究所檚 positive about the future.

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Federley was one of 32 candidates selected by the Canadian Space Agency, who competed for two astronaut positions.

Earthbound for the moment, the UBCO chemistry instructor plans to continue exploring the Okanagan.

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If presented with another opportunity, Federley said he害羞草研究所檒l apply again.

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And he害羞草研究所檚 learned a lot through the Space Agency program.

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He wishes all the best.

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Federley encourages everyone to apply should another opportunity arise.

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