How can I keep my rocket from drifting away?

Even when flying within the wind limits, lightweight rockets can drift significant distances. To reduce the effects of drift beyond what can be done by tilting the launch rod, the recovery system needs to be modified so the model rocket will descend at a somewhat faster rate.
Various methods include:
A. Cutting a spill hole: The top of an Estes plastic parachute has a circle that can be cut out. This allows air to flow through it quicker, increasing the descent rate. The drawback to this modification is that it is permanent.
B. Reefing the parachute: Gather the parachute’s shroud lines together at the mid-point and wrap a piece of tape around it. This prevents the parachute from opening fully, making the rocket’s descent faster. On days when there is no wind, remove the tape. This modification is temporary.
C. Switch to a streamer: Streamers generally allow the model rocket to descend quicker than parachutes do. If the rocket has a parachute, remove it and attach a streamer. Using snap swivels is a great way to make recovery systems easily interchangeable.