Wednesday, September 16, 2009

Summer is Fading to Fall

Well it has been a busy summer, but now with fall coming it is time for me to get back to doing the newsletters more on a monthly basis.  I hope everyone had a great summer despite the poor weather and temperature for the majority of it. 

For those that dropped by during the summer you may have found us busy redoing the front of the caboose.  Yes there are 126 boards on the front alone and they are now replaced and the caboose is looking all new from the front side.  While it looks a little off right now, plans are in the works to have the CN logo returned and the caboose number added either later this fall or early into the spring of 2010 depending on the weather. 

With the onset of fall approaching it is time for all of us to start thinking of all the time during the winter months that we will have to work on our hobby.  This may be a rather short newsletter as I try to get things caught up, more of the new and coming items will be covered in the October newsletter, I promise.

Enjoy the read, and as always I welcome all comments and suggestions on improving our little Tail End Publication.

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Take in a Local Train Show

For those of you that are local to the Grey-Bruce area I invite you to join us at the 4th Annual Open House and Train show presented by the Grey Central Railway Club along with the Midwestern Chapter of the Canadian Association of Railway Modellers as they host their Day at The Clinics.  This proves to be an informative day for both the beginner and expert and if you have the time it is well worth a trip.  You will be able to meet others in the hobby local to your area, gain knowledge from the clinics being presented, and the best part—attend a local train show in the Grey-Bruce area.  If you are interested in attending and wish more details they can be found in he shows section of this newsletter. 

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New Products

The following new products have arrived since the last newsletter:

  • Model Railroader October 2009 
  • Trains October 2009 
  • Branchline September 2009
  • Garden Railways October 2009
  • Railtime DVD – ALCO’s of MLW and Bombardier – The Last Years (RT-ALCO)
  • Walthers HO 2010 Reference Catalogue (913-210)
  • Various Mix N scale Model Power Rolling Stock
  • Steam Scenes 2010 Calendar (100-CT2010)
  • HO Model Power RCMP Police Car (490-19403)
  • HO-Rapido Steam Generator Car (CNR) 1954 Scheme
  • HO-Rapido Steam Generator Car CN Rail 1961 Scheme
  • Morning Sun-Ontario Northland In Color (MS-1350)
  • HO-True Line Trains CP Caboose (Block and Script Lettering)
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11th Annual Model Railroad Garage Sale

Well once again our Model Railroad Garage sale is just a distant memory.  While the weather did not co-operate well this year, everyone that came found some treasures, made some new friends, and may have even learned a few tricks of the hobby that they were not aware of before.

Attendance was up even though the weather man forecasted gloom for the day.  Plans for the 2010 event have already begun and more details will released in upcoming newsletters.  If you wish to be a volunteer for the 2010 event please contact me.

I wish to thank all the vendors and buyers that came to make the show a success.  A big heartfelt thanks also goes to our wonderful volunteers and all those that stayed to help clean up the event at the end—it was greatly appreciated.  I think we got things put away in record-breaking time and in-between the rain drops—thanks again.

Also all the donations collected from the event go right back into it to improve it for next year.  This year we added the 26’ x 12’ canopy for extra vendors to be able to sell outside when the bays filled.  We also are slowly starting to purchase folding 6 foot tables to make the event more uniform in setup as well.

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Everyday Low Prices

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

  • Kadee #5 couplers HO (2 pair package) 380-5 - $3.25
  • HO 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
  • Model Flex Paint - $4.29
  • Atlas Code 100 Flex Track 150-168 - $3.95
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Upcoming Train Shows

Grey Central Railway Club 4th Annual Open House & Train Show / CARM Midwestern Ontario Day at the Clinics*

  • When:
    • September 19, 2009  10:00am – 4:00pm
  • Where:
    • Participation Lodge (5 Minutes east of Holland Centre on Side Road 30)
    • Holland Centre, ON
  • Contact Info:

Brampton 2009 Model Railroad Show*

  • When:
    • October 3, 2009  10:00am – 4:30pm
    • October 4, 2009  10:00am – 4:00pm
  • Where:
    • Brampton Fair Grounds
    • On Heart Lake Road (3km North of Mayfield Road)
    • Brampton, ON
  • Contact Info:

Woodstock Model Train Show*

  • When:
    • October 18, 2009  10:00am - 3:00pm
  • Where:
    • Oxford Auditorium Woodstock Fairgrounds
    • 875 Nellis Street
    • Woodstock, ON
  • Contact Info:

Kitchener Model Train Show*

  • When:
    • November 1, 2009  10:00am - 3:00pm
  • Where:
    • Bingemans
    • 425 Bingemans Centre Drive
    • Kitchener, ON
  • Contact Info:

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

Train Show Locations


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Thursday, April 16, 2009

11th Annual Model Railroad Garage Sale Around the Corner

Hard to believe the it is under a month before our 11th Annual Model Railroad Garage sale will be here.  Plans are all coming together and the last minute preparation is underway.  For anyone that is still wishing a spot please contact Carol by May 1st to ensure a spot is reserved for you.  Space is filling fast, so if you are even thinking of a spot, please drop us a line so that we are prepared.

This is a day that finds many modelers finding a treasure, meeting others in the hobby, and gaining ideas and information that may otherwise not be shared.

Take a moment to mingle as you have a coffee and muffin with a fellow modeler.

I have been talking with many of the vendors so far and it looks like there are many goodies coming to this years event.  There are layouts that have been taken down and everything from the track to the figures are coming to the sale. 

In addition to the great deals the vendors will be giving, there will be in-store specials and a couple of draws again this year.

So once again here is the info for the event:

  • 11th Annual Model Railroad Garage Sale
  • May 9, 2009
  • From 8am - noon
  • At County Line Caboose

Don’t miss out, by coming out.  Hope to see you there.

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New Products

The following new products have arrived since the last newsletter:

  • Model Railroader October 2009 
  • Trains October 2009 
  • Branchline September 2009
  • Garden Railways October 2009
  • Railtime DVD – ALCO’s of MLW and Bombardier – The Last Years (RT-ALCO)
  • Walthers HO 2010 Reference Catalogue (913-210)
  • Various Mix N scale Model Power Rolling Stock
  • Steam Scenes 2010 Calendar (100-CT2010)
  • HO Model Power RCMP Police Car (490-19403)
  • HO-Rapido Steam Generator Car (CNR) 1954 Scheme
  • HO-Rapido Steam Generator Car CN Rail 1961 Scheme
  • Morning Sun-Ontario Northland In Color (MS-1350)
  • HO-True Line Trains CP Caboose (Block and Script Lettering)
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Coming Soon

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
    • Transcona Yard Caboose
    • CN 1954 Scheme Steam Generator Car
  • True Line Trains Second Release Caboose
    • CPR Block Style
    • CPR Script
  • Morning Sun Books
    • Ontario Northland in Color (MS-1350)
      • Estimated July 2009
  • Roundhouse
    • 85’ Pullman Palace
      • Combine Canadian Pacific #1987
      • Sleeper #1 Canadian Pacific Chaudiere
      • Sleeper #2 Canadian Pacific Kamloops
      • Diner Canadian Pacific Tuileries
      • Observation Canadian Pacific Mount Macdonald
        • Estimated October 2009
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Everyday Low Prices

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

  • Kadee #5 couplers HO (2 pair package) 380-5 - $3.25
  • Xuron Track Cutter Tool 769-2175B - $17.25
  • HO Midwest Cork Road bed Box of 25 - $32.25
  • Plaster Cloth 785-1203 - $9.99
  • Peco Track Cleaner 552-PL41 - $6.99
  • HO 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
  • HO Rix Uncoupler Tool 628-14 - $4.25
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Did You Know?

These are just a few of the services that I would like to remind you are available at the store:

  • A model library that features over 100 videos on trains, layouts, and how-tos that are free to borrow
  • A Reduce, Reuse & Recycle program that allows you to both donate and take home magazines
  • A connection to local groups if you are interested in joining one
  • Repair services and decoder installation services
  • Orders are placed weekly and are more than happy to special order in an item for you, all you need to do is ask
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Tips and Tricks to Share

I would like to start an article in every issue on tips and tricks of the hobby.  Everyone approaches aspects of the hobby differently and it is these ideas that I feel are best shared.  If you have a tip you would like share please email me and watch for it to appear in one of the upcoming issues.  Please indicate on the email if you would like your name credited to the tip or not, I know some of us are bashful when it comes to sharing and would like to remain anonymous, which is perfectly fine.  Please send your tips and tricks to carol@countylinecaboose.ca

Model Railroading becomes easier the more we know, learn and share.

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Upcoming Train Shows

Woodstock Model Train Show*

  • When:
    • April 19, 2009  10:00am - 3:00pm
  • Where:
    • Oxford Auditorium Woodstock Fairgrounds
    • 875 Nellis Street
    • Woodstock, ON
  • Contact Info:

11th Annual Model Railroad Garage Sale*

  • When:
    • May 9, 2009  8:00am – 12:00pm
  • Where:
    • County Line Caboose
    • 014121 Bruce County Rd 10 RR1
    • Elmwood, ON
  • Contact Info:

Midland District Railroad Club 20th Annual Model Railroad Show

  • When:
    • May 23, 2009  10:00am – 5:00pm
    • May 24, 2009  10:00am - 4:00pm
  • Where:
    • North Simcoe Sports & Rec Centre
    • Midland Arena
    • King Street
    • Midland, ON
  • Contact Info:

Stratford Railway Heritage Show

  • When:
    • June 6, 2009  10:00am – 4:00pm
  • Where:
    • Stratford Rotary Complex
    • McCarthy Road
    • Stratford, ON
  • Contact Info:

Canada Southern Hobby Show

  • When:
    • June 6, 2009  10:00am – 4:00pm
    • June 7, 2009  10:00am - 4:00pm*
  • Where:
    • Elgin County Railway Museum
    • 750 Talbot Street
    • St. Thomas, ON
  • Contact Info:

Grey Central Railway Club 4th Annual Open House & Train Show / CARM Midwestern Ontario Day at the Clinics*

  • When:
    • September 19, 2009  10:00am – 4:00pm
  • Where:
    • Participation Lodge (5 Minutes east of Holland Centre on Side Road 30)
    • Holland Centre, ON
  • Contact Info:

 

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

Train Show Locations


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Monday, March 16, 2009

11th Annual Model Railroad Garage Sale

The 11th Annual Model Railroad Garage sale is coming up fast.  Once again we will be hosting the event, a great day to find a treasure, meet fellow modelers and share your tips of the hobby with others.  Space is filling fast so if you are interested in a space please let us know so that it can be reserved for you.  Here are the details for this our 2009 event:

When:  May 9, 2009  8:00am - Noon

Where:  County Line Caboose (hosted in the large garage next door, goes rain or shine)

For those that may not be familiar with the event, here is a little about it.  Each year we provide the space and the organizing for a model railroad garage sale.  It is designed to be a modelers-for-modelers day.  Anyone that has model railroad items of any scale are welcome to come and sell it.  All we ask is that you have pre-signed up for a space.  We will be taking space reservations until May 1, 2009.  If interested in being a vendor please let us know as soon as possible, space is limited and given on a first come, first served basis.

This event is hosted free of charge to both vendors and browsers.  We do have donation boxes out that day for those that like to donate to help cover some of the costs of making this event happen.  There are free coffee and muffins during the event for all to enjoy.

So, mark the date on your calendar, contact us if you wish a space, and if you are coming to browse start your wish list now.

To become a vendor please contact Carol at 519-807-2345 or by email at carol@countylinecaboose.ca

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New Products

The following new products have arrived since the last newsletter:

  • Model Railroader April 2009 
  • Trains April 2009 
  • Branchline March 2009
  • Garden Railways April 2009
  • Classic Trains Spring 2009
  • Thomas & Friends April 2009
  • Model Railroad Planning 2009
  • New Railtime DVD Release Bayview Junction 2 (RT-BVJ2)
  • IHC Mikado Steam Loco 2-8-2 CP (348-27025)
  • IHC Mikado Steam Loco 2-8-2 CN (348-27009)
  • Rapido CP Baggage Cars
  • Rapido “Totally Wired” Telephone Poles
  • Rapido CN 1961 Scheme Baggage Cars
  • True Line Trains CN Caboose White Maple Leaf Scheme
  • True Line Trains CN Green Maple Leaf Scheme
  • Kato N Scale 10 Car Passenger Set- Southern Pacific Morning Daylight (381-106060)
  • Kato N Scale Steam 4-8-4 GS-4 Powered DCC Ready – Southern Pacific #4449 (381-1260301)
  • DVD-The New Polar Express (EME-350449)
  • Roundhouse HO RTR 50’ Old Time Overland Passenger Set CN (ROU-84833)
  • Roundhouse HO RTR 50’ Old Time Overland Passenger Coach CN #327
  • Athearn HO RTR 250 Ton Crane with Tender CN #50015 (140-75387)
  • Rapido Easy-Peasy Shorty Lighting System (RAP-102013)
  • HO RTR 26’ Tampered/Low Side Ore Care CPR#1 6 Pack (140-94970)
  • Roundhouse RTR 40’ Pickle Cars
  • Athearn HO RTR Wide Vision Caboose CN #79923 (140-79923)
  • Athearn HO RTR Wide Vision Caboose CN #79923 (140-79917)
  • Model Power HO Built Up Fisherman’s Cabin (490-645)
  • Model Power HO Built Up Horse Stable (490-567)
  • True Line Trains  HO TH&B Hoppers
  • Athearn HO RTR Canadian National Rotary Snow Plow with Tender (140-93807)
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