Winter Is Here Again

This week has seen the weather turn ugly in some areas of the province, prompting us to remind our customers that on days that the weather is questionable, please call ahead to verify that we have made it to the store.  The number there is (519) 364-1390.  While every effort is made, there have been situations in the past couple of years where road closures have prevented us from getting to the store.  If we are unable to get to the store due to weather we change the message on our machine to indicate this, so calling ahead is highly recommended during the nasty weather of the winter months.

New Products

The following new products have arrived since the last newsletter:

• Model Railroader December 2008 
• Trains December 2008 
• Branchline November 2008
• Garden Railways December  2008
• Classic Trains Winter 2008
• Thomas & Friends December 2008
• Great Model Railroads 2009
• Classic Trains-Fast Trains in the Golden Years of Railroading
• 102 Realistic Track Plans-How to Build Realist Layouts #5
• Book-Narrow Gauge Through the Bush by Rod Clarke
• HO Flatcar Girder Load (150-790)
• HO Atlas Code 83 Flex Track Brown Ties (150-500)
• Assortment of Athearn Blue Box Kits (new kits now have steel wheels and magnetic couplers)
• True Line Trains Grand River Caboose (TLT-301126)
• True Line Trains Ontario Northland Caboose (TLT-301124)
• MR's How to Guide Painting Backdrops for your Model Railroad (400-12425)
• Atlas Trainman 2 Bay Offset Side Hopper CP (150-18953A,     150-18954A)
• Walthers 2009 N&Z Catalogue (913-249)
• Steam Echoes of Hamilton by Ian Wilson (ST-EO)
• New Railtime DVD Release Bayview Junction (RT-BVJ)
• Athearn RTR Go Transit Bombardier Control Car (140-25511)
• Athearn RTR Go Transit Bombardier Control Car, Coaches 3 Car Set (140-25911)
• Athearn RTR CN Silver #3 50' Mech Reefer (140-75442)
• Athearn RTR CN Silver #4 50' Mech Reefer (140-75443)
• Athearn/Roundhouse RTR CPR 30' Flat with 2 John Deere Tractors (140-81289 & 140-81290)
• Athearn RTR CP Excursion Locomotive F7A #4108 (140-80222)
• Atlas Trainman GP38-2 CP (150-958) & CN GTW (150-10000288)
• Kalmbach Book-Build A Ready to Run Model Railroad (400-12429)
• Kalmbach Book-Designing Multi-Deck Model Railroads (400-12434)

Great Gift Ideas

The gift giving season is here once again and we welcome everyone to fill out the on-line wish list to help us steer in the right direction those shopping for you.

We have many great gift ideas, for all types of price ranges.  From main gifts to stocking stuffers we have many items in stock for all levels of the hobby (gift cards are also available).

Special of the Month

Our special of the month for December is as follows:  Purchase $50.00 or more of Woodland Scenics products before tax and receive 10% off those products.

Check out the listing of those that are in stock.

Boley Vehicles End

It has recently been announced that Boley will no longer be making their 1:87 vehicles.  We are receiving the last orders of these in the next few weeks, and then after that it will only be the stock that is in the store that will be available until it is sold out.  So for best selection, shop soon to avoid disappointment.

Consignment Area

As many are aware, we maintain a consignment area in the store as well as listing these items on line.  Over the last few weeks we have received many treasures which we have added to the catalogue.  If you are searching for some deals, or a hard to find item, you need to check out the consignment area.  Stock there comes and goes so check back often to see what has been changed.

If you have items that you would like to have added to our consignment area please contact us to arrange for your items to be added.

Clearance Items

We have recently done an update to the HO product catalogue to reflect items that are on clearance prices.  Any of the items with -CL at the end of their product number indicate a clearance item and reflects the new clearance price while stock is available.

Everyday Low Prices

The following is a list of the items that we have at everyday low prices all the time:

• Kadee #5 couplers (2 pair package) 380-5 - $3.25
• Xuron Track Cutter Tool 769-2175B - $15.25
• Floquil Paint - Thinner Based - $4.89
• Model Flex Paint $4.29
• Proto wheel sets
  • 36" Wheel Sets 920-21257 - $7.75
  • 33" Flat Back Wheel Sets 920-21258 - $7.75
  • 33" Ribbed Back Wheel Sets 920-21259 - $7.75
• Atlas Code 100 Flex Track 150-168 - $3.95 each
• (Atlas has begun a price increase; prices will increase as stock is replenished)

Planning a large track expansion?  See us for a bulk price on all your track needs.  Bulk track orders are considered to be those in excess of $100.00 before taxes.

Upcoming Train Shows

Woodstock Model Train Show*

• When:
  • January 4, 2009  10:00am - 3:00pm
• Where:
  • Oxford Auditorium Woodstock Fairgrounds
  • 875 Nellis Street
  • Woodstock, ON
• Contact Info:
  • Ian Ward (519) 426-8875
  • toyshow@kwic.com

Paris Junction 2009*

• When:
  • January 18, 2009  10:00am - 4:00pm
• Where:
  • Paris Fair Grounds
  • Silver St
  • Paris, ON
• Contact Info:
  • Gord King (519) 583-0975
  • sln@nor-del.com

TH&B Model Railroad Flea Market*

• When:
  • January 25, 2009  10:00am - 3:30pm
• Where:
  • Marritt Hall
  • Ancaster Fair Grounds
  • 625 Hwy 53 E
  • Ancaster, ON
• Contact Info: (905) 335-9112

Kitchener Model Train Show*

• When:
  • March 29, 2009  10:00am - 3:00pm
• Where:
  • Bingemans (Ballroom)
  • 425 Bingemans Centre Drive
  • Kitchener, ON
• Contact Info:
  • Ian Ward (519) 426-8875
  • toyshow@kwic.com

* - Denotes shows that County Line Caboose will be attending.

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Fall is Here Again

Hard to believe that the summer has come and gone once again.  It has been a while since I have had the chance to sit down and write a newsletter.  With summer coming to an end our little publication is expected to get back on track, being published every month or two. 

It is often hard to keep on track during the summer months with ice cream in full swing, manufacturers slowing down on releases.  But, now that fall is coming, new products will be coming in quickly over the next few months.

We have also been working to bring our on-line catalogue back up to current stock levels and pricing which sounds easier than it actually is.  While we are now half way there, updates will continue to be made over the next month to finish off that job.

A reminder that with fall comes our new fall hours as well:

Saturday
9:00am-6:00pm

Sunday
10:00am-5:00pm

As always you can contact us via email 7 days a week.

Hope you enjoy our latest issue.

New Products

The following new products have arrived since the last newsletter:

• Model Railroader October 2008 
• Trains October 2008 
• Branchline September 2008
• Garden Railways October 2008
• Classic Trains Summer 2008
• Thomas & Friends September 2008
• Canadian Railway Modeller Train 16 Track 3
• CN Lines Volume 14, Number 3,
• Steam Scenes Canadian Trains Through the Years 2009 Calendar
• Accurail Kits
  • CP Rail/SOO ACF 3 Bay Cvd Hopper (112-22020)
  • CP 40' 6 Panel Wood Box (112-7013)
  • CN 50' Welded AAR Boxcar (112-5708)
  • CN 40' Steel AAR Boxcar (112-3533)
• Bachmann CP Maintenance of Way Vehicles Ballast Vehicle with Crane (160-16924)
• Canadian Railways Colour Guide to Freight and Passenger Equipment Vol 1:  Ontario and East, Regionals and Short Lines by John Riddell (MS-1285)
• Paasche Air Brush Set-Double Action Internal Mix (542-V-Set)
• Rapido Baggage Cars CN 1954 Scheme
• Micro Scale Canadian National Steam Locomotives (1931-1960) (87-1019)
• Polly S Plastic Prep (270-546007)
• Excel Mini Pin Vise With 12 Assorted Drills (813-70003)
• Excel Mini Screw Driver with Philips & Regular) Tips (813-70002)
• Faller Expert Plastic Cement (272-170492)
• Model Railroader Book, Modeling the '50's-The Glory Years of Rail (400-12456)
• Walthers HO 2009 Catalogue (913-209)
• Athearn RTR CN Wide Vision Caboose #79917 and #79923

Prototype Model Industries-The Caboose is Done!

Prototype Model Industries has recently released their CN PSC vans.  We are now taking orders for these units.  As an introduction for these units, order yours this month and receive $5.00 OFF the regular price.  They can be purchased in the following forms:

• PS-1 Kit Undecorated, unassembled kit $39.99
• PS-2 Kit Body Painted and assembled floor etc, undecorated $53.44
  • When purchased this way trucks and couplers need to be purchased separately
• PS-3 RTR comes complete with applied grab irons, glue on end railings and completely lettered and painted $69.99

*prices listed above are before October order special.

The following CN PSC vans are available for order:

• CN
• CN International service (Yellow cupola)
• CN/Operation Lifesaver Canada (2 numbers)
• CB&CNS

The following CP Angus built vans are available for order:

• CP Rail
• ONR
• TH&B
• Guelph Junction

Please enter the kit # (PS-1, PS-2, or PS-3) in the order form and specify road name(s) in the comments section.  Because the product is not yet in stock, it may be reported as unknown.  This is fine.  Simply continue submitting the form and you will receive a confirmation when the pre-order is processed.

For pictures and more details on these units visit:

www.prototypemodelindustries.com

New Products Coming

Watch for the following new products that should be arriving in the store. If there is something that interests you, contact us and we will set it aside for you when it arrives.  If there is a new product not on the list that you know is coming out and would like to reserve, please drop us a line and we will be happy to order it for you.

• From Rapido
  • CN Trackside Sign Kit
  • "Totally Wired" telephone poles
  • CP baggage cars
  • CN 1954 Scheme Steam Generator Car
• Books from Kalmbach
  • Model Railroader's Guide to Industries Along the Tracks 3 (400-12422)
  • Painting Backdrops for Your Model Railroad (400-12425)
    • Estimated October 2008
  • Designing and Building Multi-Deck Model Railroads (400-12434)
    • Estimated November 2008
  • Building a Ready-To-Run Model Railroad (400-12429)
    • Estimated December 2008
• Athearn 50' Mechanical Reefer CN Silver #3 and CN Silver #4
  • Estimated October 2008
• Roundhouse RTR 40' Pickle Car
  • Estimated October 2008
• Steam Echoes of Hamilton-Ian Wilson
  • Estimated November 2008
• Great Model Railroads 2009
• True Line Trains Second Release Caboose
• CPR Block Style
• CN Green Maple Leaf

Steam Echoes of Hamilton

Estimated to be published in November 2008, we are now taking pre-orders for the next of Ian Wilson's books - Steam Echoes of Hamilton.  This book features CN operations from the Steel City southward in the 1950's.  Reserve your copy today of this great addition to the Ian Wilson book collection. 

Reserve your copy today*.  Item #ST-EOH $69.95.

 

*You must enter the item # in the request form.  Because the product is not yet in stock, it may be reported as unknown.  This is fine.  Simply continue submitting the form and you will receive a confirmation when the pre-order is processed.

Special of the Month-October 2008

For the month of October purchase any in stock Kalmbach book and Save $2.00.  There are many titles to choose from, covering all areas from benchwork to operation.  All containing great ideas and knowledge for both the beginner and expert modeller.

Check out the listing of those that are in stock.

Everyday Low Prices

The following is a list of the items that we have at everyday low prices all the time:

• Kadee #5 couplers (2 pair package) 380-5 - $3.25
• Xuron Track Cutter Tool 769-2175B - $15.25
• Woodland Scenics Plaster Cloth 785-1203 - $8.99
• Proto wheel sets
  • 36" Wheel Sets 920-21257 - $7.75
  • 33" Flat Back Wheel Sets 920-21258 - $7.75
  • 33" Ribbed Back Wheel Sets 920-21259 - $7.75
• Atlas Code 100 Flex Track 150-168 - $3.95 each

Planning a large track expansion?  See us for a bulk price on all your track needs.  Bulk track orders are considered to be those in excess of $100.00 before taxes.

Upcoming Train Shows

Brampton Model Railroad Show*

• When:
  • October 4, 2008  10:00am - 4:30pm
  • October 5, 2008  10:00am - 4:00pm
• Where:
  • Brampton Fair Grounds
  • 12942 Heart Lake Rd
  • Brampton ON  L7C 2J3
• Contact Info:
  • Dean Beech (905) 454-5853
  • BMRS@canadasouthern.com

Aberfoyle Junction Model Railway O Scale Club Open House

• When:
  • October 18, 2008  10:00am - 4:30pm
• Where:
  • Club Premises
  • Quonset Hut at Southern Village Limits
  • #128 Brock Road (1.5km North of Hwy 401, Exit #299)
  • Aberfoyle, ON
• Contact Info:
  • Craig Web (905) 527-5474
  • www.aberfoylejunction.com/tframe.htm

Woodstock Model Train Show*

• When:
  • October 19, 2008  10:00am - 3:00pm
• Where:
  • Oxford Auditorium Woodstock Fairgrounds
  • 875 Nellis Street
  • Woodstock, ON
• Contact Info:
  • Ian Ward (519) 426-8875
  • toyshow@kwic.com

Annual Boomer Auction

• When:
  • October 25, 2008
  • Tables available at 8:00am
  • Auction starts at 10:00am
• Where:
  • Harriston Community Centre
  • Harriston, ON

Kitchener Model Train Show*

• When:
  • November 2, 2008  10:00am - 3:00pm
• Where:
  • Bingemans (Ballroom)
  • 425 Bingemans Centre Drive
  • Kitchener, ON
• Contact Info:
  • Ian Ward (519) 426-8875
  • toyshow@kwic.com

TH&B Model Railroad Flea Market*

• When:  November 9, 2008  10:00am - 3:30pm
• Where:
  • Marritt Hall
  • Ancaster Fair Grounds
  • 625 Hwy 53 E
  • Ancaster, ON
• Contact Info: (905) 335-9112

* - Denotes shows that County Line Caboose will be attending.

Garage Sale, May 10th, 8am - Noon

We have been keeping busy over the last couple of weeks making the final preparations for the 10th Annual Model Railroad Garage sale.  This year we have a little more indoor space than last year which has left us with a few spots available on a first come, first served basis.  If you have been thinking of signing up we need you to do it now.  Due to the timing of the event, those that wish to sign up now please contact us by May 7, 2008, via either the e-mail or phone number provided below:

• E-Mail: carol@countylinecaboose.ca
• Call: (519) 884-6908

If you have items that you would like to sell and do not want to take a whole table, we will once again be running the community table where your items can be sold on your behalf. All that we ask is that the prices are clearly marked, and that you come back to pick up your items and cash no later than 2 weeks following the show.  If you have items to drop off, please let us know.  We will be around the store Friday evening prior to the sale setting up and you are welcome to make arrangements to drop off your items at that time.

As a reminder, this event is held next door in the big garage and goes ahead rain or shine. 

If you are not familiar with our event, fellow modellers that have items that they no longer require, sign up and are given space to sell their items.  All that we ask is that anyone who wishes to be a vendor sign up by May 7, 2008.  This is a deadline date and space may fill up long before this.  Setup for vendors is from 6:30am to 7:45am, sale opens at 8:00am sharp. 

We host this as a "modellers-for-modellers" event.  There is no charge to either vendors or browsers.  We hope that this is a day that you get to meet others in the hobby, share ideas, make new friends and find some treasures along the way. 

Come on out to support our 10th Annual Model Railroad Garage Sale.  You may be surprised at the treasures you find and the friends you meet. 

New Products

The following new products have arrived since the last newsletter:

• Model Railroader May 2008 
• Trains May 2008 
• Branchline April 2008
• Garden Railways April 2008
• Classic Trains Spring 2008
• Model Railroader Special Issue: How to Build Realistic Layouts Town and City Scenes
• Large selection of Boley Construction vehicles (HO)
• Athearn HO
• RTR CN 40' Stock Cars (6 Pack) (140-73226)
• F7A/A #4106&4107 Script CP (140-80203)
• Hairpin Style Fence (HO) (150-774)
• Middlesex Manufacturing Company Structure (HO) (150-721)
• Thrall 2743 Gondola CP Rail (HO) (150-4002)
• Tech 4 260 Power Unit
• Walthers HO
  • Central Gas & Storage (933-3011)
  • RJ Frost Ice & Storage (933-3020)
• DPM Whitewater Brewing Structure (HO) (243-402)
• Railtime DVD
• Branchlines of Midwestern Ontario

New Products Coming

Watch for the following new products that should be arriving in the store. If there is something that interests you, contact us and we will set it aside for you when it arrives.  If there is a new product not on the list that you know is coming out and would like to reserve, please drop us a line and we will be happy to order it for you.

• True Line Trains Canadian National 3000 cu ft Open Slab Side Hoppers
• From Rapido
• CN Trackside Sign Kit
• "Totally Wired" telephone poles
• Estimated Spring 2008
• CNR 1954 scheme baggage cars
• Books from Kalmbach
• Model Railroader's Guide to Industries Along the Tracks 3 (400-12422)
• Painting Backdrops for Your Model Railroad (400-12425)
• Estimated October 2008
• Designing and Building Multi-Deck Model Railroads (400-12434)
• Estimated November 2008
• Building a Ready-To-Run Model Railroad (400-12429)
• Estimated December 2008
• From Athearn
• RTR CN Wide Vision Caboose #79917 and #79923
• Estimated September 2008
• 50' Mechanical Reefer CN Silver #3 and CN Silver #4
• Estimated September 2008
• Roundhouse RTR 40' Pickle Car
• Estimated September 2008

Every Day Low Prices

It is our aim to provide you with quality products at reasonable prices.  Check out our prices on these everyday items:

Item #	Description	Price
380-5	Kadee #5 Couplers (2pk)	$3.25
920-21257	Proto 2000 Metal Wheel Sets 36" Flat Back Pkg (12)	$7.75
920-21258	Proto 2000 Metal Wheel Sets 33" Flat Back Pkg (12)	$7.75
920-21259	Proto 2000 Metal Wheel Sets 33" Ribbed Back Pkg (12)	$7.75
Any colour	Floquil Paints 1oz/30ml	$4.89
150-168	Atlas Code 100 Flex Track (HO) 3' Section	$3.75 each or $87.50 for case of 25
472-3013	Midwest Cork Road Bed (HO) 3' Section	$1.39 each $32.25 for case of 25

Keep in mind that price quotes are available for bulk track purchases.  Contact us to see what kind of package deal we can put together for you.

Special of the Month

Our specials for May focus on rolling stock:

1. Purchase 2 or more in stock RTR rolling stock and receive $2.00 off the price of each car.
2. Purchase 2 or more rolling stock kits and receive $1.50 off the price of each car.

Mention this special when ordering.  Offer expires May 30, 2008.  Not valid with any other promotional offer.

Upcoming Train Shows

Railway Nostalgia Weekend*

• When:
  • May 3, 2008 10:00am - 4:00pm
  • May 4, 2008 10:00am - 4:00pm
• Where:
  • Michigan Central Shops
  • 225 Wellington St
  • St. Thomas, ON
• Contact Information:
  • promotions@ecrm5700.org
  • (519) 637-6284

14th Annual Model Railroad Auction

• When:
• May 3, 2008
• Consignment 8:30am - 10:00am
• Auction 11:00am - 4:00pm
• Where
  • St. Patrick's Parish Hall
  • 215 Pine Street
  • Stayner, ON
• Contact Information
  • Bill Payne (705) 429-2762
  • Dolf Roelofsen (705) 445-7317

10th Annual Model Railroad Garage Sale*

• When: May 10, 2008 8:00am - 12:00pm
• Where:
  • County Line Caboose
  • 014121 Bruce County Rd 10, RR#1
  • Elmwood, ON
• Contact Information: Carol - carol@countylinecaboose.ca

Midland District Railroad Clubs 20th Anniversary Model Train Show

• When:
  • Saturday May 24, 2008 10:00am - 5:00pm
  • Sunday May 25.2008 10:00am - 4:00pm
• Where
  • North Simcoe Sports & Recreation Centre Midland Arena
  • King Street at Little Lake Park Road
  • Midland, ON
• Contact Information:
  • Dieter Henne
    • (705) 534-3988
    • dwhenne448@rogers.com
  • Vern Jamieson
    • (705) 527-3207
    • vernjenn@hotmail.com

Grey Central Railway Club 3rd Annual Open House & Train Show and Ontario Midwest Chapter of CARM 3rd Annual Day at the Clinics*

• When:
  • September 20, 2008 10:00am - 4:00pm
  • Clinics start every hour, on the hour
• Where: 5 minutes east of Holland Centre on side road #30
• Train Show Contact Information: Al - (519) 794-3692
• Clinics Contact Information: attheclinics@yahoo.ca 

TH&B Model Railroad Flea Market*

• When:  November 9, 2008 10:00am - 3:30pm
• Where:
  • Marritt Hall
  • Ancaster Fair Grounds
  • 625 Hwy 53 E
  • Ancaster, ON
• Contact Information: (905) 335-9112

* - Denotes shows that County Line Caboose will be attending.

Welcome 2008

As I write this I have a hard time believing that we are half way through January 2008.  Time seems to be flying by so quickly.  2008 looks so far to be a great year where many new products are expected to hit the market.  Order forms are coming in rapidly for products that need to be ordered now for various delivery times throughout the coming year.  Stay tuned to our newsletter as more details on upcoming releases are announced.  We look forward to serving your modelling needs and questions in the coming year.

Here's to wishing all of you the best of health and happiness and, of course, model railroading in 2008.

New Products

The following new products have arrived since the last newsletter:

• Model Railroader February 2008 
• Trains February 2008 
• Branchline January 2008
• Canadian Railway Modeller--Train 15, Track 6
• Thomas & Friends Magazine January/February 2008
• Detailing Diesel Locomotives (400-12421)
• True Line Trains CN Wood Caboose available in the following:
  • CNR Green Maple Leaf
  • CNR White Maple Leaf
  • CN Noodle
• Woodland Scenics Forest Canopy available in:
  • Autumn Mix
  • Dark Green
  • Medium Green
  • Light Green
• Lead weights
• Canadian Pacific to the East - The International of Maine Division
• Athearn RTR HO Model A Coupes, Sedans and Pickups (various colours)
• Percy HO scale locomotive (160-58742)
• The Troublesome Trucks HO scale (160-77046 & 160-77047)
• James the Red Engine Freight Set Powered HO Train Set

New Products Coming

Watch for the following new products that should be arriving in the store. If there is something that interests you, contact us and we will set it aside for you when it arrives.  If there is a new product not on the list that you know is coming out and would like to reserve, please drop us a line and we will be happy to order it for you.

• True Line Trains Bulkhead Flat Cars
• CN Trackside Sign Kit by Rapido
• True Line Trains HO CP Wooden Caboose
• Turbotrain:  A Journey Book
• Walthers HO
  • Central Gas & Storage (933-3011)
  • RJ Frost Ice & Storage (933-3020)
  • Both items
    • Estimated in 2008
    • Limited production, reserve immediately to guarantee yours
• Athearn RTR 40' Stock Cars CN estimated February 2008
• Athearn HO RTR F7 A/A CPR Script #4106 & 4107 estimated March 2008
• True Line Trains--Canadian National 3000 cu ft Open Slab Side Hoppers
• Bytown 2008 Trackside Guide
• New Release Railtime DVD
• Branchlines of Midwestern Ontario
• Rapido "Totally Wired" telephone poles estimated Spring 2008
• Rapido CNR 1954 scheme baggage cars

Reserve Your 2008 Trackside Guide

The time is coming near once again for the Bytown Trackside Guide to be released.  We are now taking reservations for the 2008 issue.  If you are interested in reserving a copy please let us know.  Those that reserve (pre-order) their copy will receive $5.00 off the regular price.  Estimated arrival for these is usually the later part of February.  Pre-orders will be taken until February 17, 2008.

10th Annual Model Railroad Garage Sale

The details have been worked out and the flyers are in circulation.  Our 10th annual Model Railroad Garage sale will happen this year on Saturday, May 10th.  It will run from 8am until noon. 

As a reminder, this event is held next door in the big garage and goes ahead rain or shine.  Many vendors have already signed up to stake a claim to their table, so if you are thinking of being a vendor for this year's event please contact us so that your space can be reserved.  Space is given on first-come-first-served basis.  You can sign up the following ways: 

• send an email to carol@countylinecaboose.ca
• call (519) 884-6908
• or in person at the store

If you are not familiar with our event, here is a summary for you:

Fellow modellers, that have items that they no longer require, sign up and are given space to sell their items.  All that we ask is that anyone who wishes to be vendor sign up by May 3, 2008.  This is a deadline date and space may fill up long before this.  So, if you think you would like space please reserve as soon as possible.  Set up for vendors is from 6:30am to 7:45, sale opens at 8:00am sharp. 

We host this as a "modellers-for-modellers" event.  There is no charge to either vendors or browsers.  We hope that this is a day that you get to meet others in the hobby, share ideas, make new friends and find some treasures along the way. 

Stay tuned to the newsletter for more details on the day as they become available.

Pre-Order & Save

True Line Trains will be releasing HO Scale Canadian National 3000 cu ft. Open Side Slab Hoppers estimated in April 2008.  Estimated retail is $39.99 per car.  Pre-order any car by February 10th and pay only $36.99 each.  These cars are also available in 6 car set assortments (six different numbers in a set).  Pre-order any 6 car set and save an additional $3.00 per car.

These cars are available in the following:

• 6 Square hatches, Open Sides, Light Grey with small red block lettering
• 6 Square hatches, Open Sides, Grey, large Noodle Logo and red block lettering
• 8 Round hatches, Open Sides, Light Grey with large red block lettering
• 8 Round hatches, Open Sides, Light Grey with large Noodle Logo

Calling all Groups

At the beginning of the year we often have new modellers entering the hobby and wondering where they can go for further information.  They are often looking for something hands on, as well as for others that enjoy the hobby and don't mind sharing their tips, secrets, and knowledge that they have acquired over the years.  While as a model railroad store we offer assistance for our products, many people ask about different clubs and organizations in their areas. 

We often steer people in the direction of the nearest club that we are aware of, but sometimes there are clubs and groups out there that are unknown to us.  If you are a member of a group, please let us know.  We keep a listing of all of these, and then try to match the person searching for a group to the one closest to them. 

Model Railroading is the "World's Greatest Hobby".  Please let us know about your group so that we can help you share this great hobby with others.

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Reminder

With winter here, it is a good time to drop in and check out the new supply of model train magazines in the Reduce, Reuse, Recycle bins.  This is a great way to get some free reading and save issues from the landfill sites.  If you have magazines that you would like to donate to the program please let us know in advance of bringing them by to ensure that we have somewhere to put them if the bins are currently full.

Over the last few months there have been lots of donations to the program.  We would like to thank all that have dropped their old issues off.  Many have gone to new homes and made other modellers quite happy.

Upcoming Train Shows

Paris Junction 2008*

• When: January 20, 2008 10:00am - 4:00pm
• Where:
  • Paris Fair Grounds 
  • Silver Street 
  • Paris, ON
• Contact Information: (519) 583-0975
  • sln@nor-del.com

TH&B Model Railroad Flea Market*

• When:  January 27, 2008 10:00am - 3:30pm
• Where:
  • Marritt Hall
  • Ancaster Fair Grounds
  • 625 Hwy 53 E
  • Ancaster, ON
• Contact Information: (905) 335-9112

Dundas Modular Railway Flea Market

• When:  February 9, 2008 10:00am - 3:00pm
• Where:
  • St. Paul's United Church Hall 
  • 29 Park Street West 
  • Dundas, ON
• Contact Information:
  • Tom Allan (905) 575-9326
  • tomallan@mountaincable.net

Barrie-Allandale Train Show

• When: 
  • February 16, 2008 10:00am - 5:00pm
  • February 17, 2008 10:00am - 4:00pm
• Where:
  • Bradford Greenhouses Garden Galleria
  • Hwy 90 @ Hwy 27
  • Barrie, ON
• Contact Information:
  • (Layouts) John Collette (705) 487-5185
  • (Vendors) Rick Hatton (705) 737-9363

Kitchener Model Train Show*

• When: March 30, 2008 10:00am - 3:00pm
• Where:
  • Bingemans
  • 425 Bingemans Centre Drive
  • Kitchener, ON
• Contact Information: Ian Ward - toyshow@kwic.com

Model Railroad Flea Market*

• When: April 6, 2008 10:00am - 3:00pm
• Where:
  • Humber College North Campus Entrance D
  • 205 Humber College Blvd
  • Etobicoke, ON
• Contact Information:
  • Steve McCoy (416) 656-4498
  • supertraindude@yahoo.ca

Woodstock Model Train Show*

• When: April 20, 2008 10:00am - 3:00pm
• Where:
  • Oxford Auditorium
  • Woodstock Fair Grounds
  • Woodstock, ON
• Contact Information: Ian Ward - toyshow@kwic.com

Railway Nostalgia Weekend*

• When:
  • May 3, 2008 10:00am - 4:00pm
  • May 4, 2008 10:00am - 4:00pm
• Where:
  • Michigan Central Shops
  • 225 Wellington St
  • St. Thomas, ON
• Contact Information:
  • promotions@ecrm5700.org
  • (519) 637-6284

10th Annual Model Railroad Garage Sale*

• When: May 10, 2008 8:00am - 12:00pm
• Where:
  • County Line Caboose
  • 014121 Bruce County Rd 10, RR#1
  • Elmwood, ON
• Contact Information: Carol - carol@countylinecaboose.ca

Grey Central Railway Club 3rd Annual Open House & Train Show and Ontario Midwest Chapter of CARM 3rd Annual Day at the Clinics*

• When:
  • September 20, 2008 10:00am - 4:00pm
  • Clinics start every hour, on the hour
• Where: 5 minutes east of Holland Centre on side road #30
• Train Show Contact Information: Al - (519) 794-3692
• Clinics Contact Information: attheclinics@yahoo.ca

* - Denotes shows that County Line Caboose will be attending.