Hi guys,
I was out in the Cincy Ohio area this past week – running trains on two great EBT layouts. While there I was asked if I’d help spread the word of this up-coming event.
I’ve operated on both the EBT layouts (what a surprise) and have seen at least 2 of the others. All are excellent layouts. While it’s a long drive, I’m sure anyone who goes would find it well worth the trip.
Pete Clarke
Don’t miss SWOOPS, 2019! The SouthWest Ohio OPS weekend
20 Great Railroads, many nationally known
3 days/2 nights of operating fun, camaraderie, and the chance to gather ideas for your own layout.
October 18-20, 2019, Cincinnati Area
Website at www.operatingsessions.com
Layouts listed at https://www.operatingsessions.com/L/SWOOPS
Contact rstern1@cinci.rr.com
From Pete Clarke
I’d like to thank the following individuals:
Ron Polimeni, John Madden, Bill Wilson, Jerry Skeim, Jeff Adams, Dotti Caldwell, Don Florwick, Bob Morningstar, Dave Thalman, Jane Clarke, Jeff Grove, Mark Schreier, Larry Nyce, Michael Groves , Grant Berry, Bob VanZant, David Sweeney, Frank Benenati, Kurt Thompson, Ken Montero , Bill Reynolds, Jack Fritz, Gary Nastase, Jay Beckham, Harvey Heyser, Ken Kime, Andrew Dodge, Andy Arnold, Bob Johnson, Bob Law, Brian Greenawalt , Ira Silverman, Rueben Moss, Paul Eberhat, Frank Schaller, Wade Woodcock, Charlie Wootten, Dave Dietz, Richard Benjamin, Ray Price, Herb Biegel, Brian & Bonnie Wolfe.
And if you worked during the Mini and I missed you in this list, I apologize, and still thank you.
The 2019 event was a success. Attendance was 232; a new record! The Raffle produced a net profit of $220.00 and the White Elephant table produced a net profit of $133.00. I received reimbursement of $28.28 for coffee and donuts.
I’ve spoken with Brian Wolfe, of Mainline Hobby Supply, and he also felt the event was a success. He’s willing to support it again. I’m willing to do it again. Join me at the September meeting and let me know you’ll be willing to participate again.
Pete Clarke