Author: Russ Segner

Ron Hopkins who presented his beautiful On30 layout last month will share how he builds those terrific O scale structures this Friday at a joint meeting with the Olympia Clinic. Our regular Thursday meeting of the Eastside Clinic has been invited to join the Friday evening Olympiia Clinic. So, all on our Eastside list have received that notice together with the zoom link. If you do not have the link, contact me at russseg@gmail.com

Russ Segner 206 200 2211

Many of you know that I am a S scale narrow gauge modeler. My layout is finished and so, I have a large number of unbuilt structure and rolling stock kits I will never use. So, I am bringing them to the Boeing Swap meet this Saturday.

These kits are from manufacturers you will not normally see unless you have been working in S scale for awhile. So, now is your chance to build one of these very fine models in a scale you may have wanted to try. Build a contest model or start a small diorama as a break from what you have been doing.

The models are appropriate for any S scale layout or display, not just narrow gauge. I will even have some narrow gauge trees and vehicles. Stop by and chat for awhile and take a chance on something new, or should I say different.

Russ

Saturday is the Boeing Swap Meet. The 4th Division will have tables with many BARGAINS for sale. These are items donated to the 4D from estates of members and the public to see that many fine models will live on some layout in the area.

Thee sales have generated very important funds for the 4D. IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO HELP by manning the tables for awhile. please contact me right away.

Russ Segner. 206 200 2211
russseg@gmail,com

The email to all on our Eastside list has been sent with the link to this Thursday’s meeting has been sent. If you did not receive the email, you are not on the list. if you wish to receive our notices, please email me at russseg@gmail.com or Doug Oldenburg at douglas.oldenburg@yahoo.com

Russ Segner

By Russ Segner

Here are some pictures of Ron Hopkins’s On30 layout. It features a small coastal village served by a logging branch line.

Our meeting will start at 7PM.

If you have pictures to share let me know and I can let you share your screen.

The meeting link will be posted Tuesday afternoon to all on our list.

Ron Hopkins has a very nice On30 layout in Edmonds. It is a logging theme based on coastal towns of western Wahington.. Ron will share pictures of his award winning structures and describe some of his modeling techniques.

We start at 7PM with introductions, some announcements and latest news of vendors. Be prepared to share your pictures of your recent model building.

We will send a link to all on our mailing list. Contact me if you want to be included. russseg@gmail.com

I am presenting this Saturday at 3PM about the DuPont Dynamite Train. Photos and maps will be used to illustrate how this operation can be used to inspire layout design and operation. This is an updated version of what I have previously presented. Please look in.

Russ

LET’S START OPERATING!

Our program next Thursday will focus on operating a layout. We will feature a panel of guys who have successfully operated for years. Burr Stewart, Dave Woodrell and Dale Kreutzer will participate to guide our discussion.

Our focus will be on: “Why set up an operating system and what it means for layout operators and for visitors who come to operate”. Then we will discuss some of the successful approaches. Please join in with questions and comments – the session is intended to be informal.

We will start with announcements and introductions. If you have a show and tell, all the better.
Our program this coming Thursday will begin at 7 PM on ZOOM.

The link is posted to all who are on our current email list. If you want to be sure and get the invite, please contact me at russseg@gmail.com or 206 200 2211.

Russ Segner

Our Eastside Clinic had a good discussion of what clinics we would like to see. Here are some thoughts in the discussion. I have added a few. There are many more that could be added. Please offer your comments and suggestions. Post your ideas and comments to me, Russ Segner. russseg@gmail.com
The other thing is, “Who wants to present or lead a discussion of any of these or other topics. “
Here are some ideas that came up:
Switching layouts
Small yards
Industries
Engine facilities and back shops
Contesting judging – how to know what judges expect to see.
MMR Achievement Program – what is it and how do I get started.
Turnout Controls – Powered or mechanical
Airbrush Basics
Scenery
Basics, hardshell, foam, Bragdon
Rock castings, paints, stains, and washes
Bulkheads, bridges, tunnels
Water features,
Trees
Backdrops – painted or photos.
Structures; details, roofs, loading docks, cranes.
Fuel facilities – loading, storage, piping
Taank cars – types, prototype practice
Loads
Passenger trains – eras, types such as baggage, express and mail
Refrigeration – cars, buildings
Work trains – construction and maintenance of way
Snow fighting or fire fighting.
Specific industries such as Boeing, Weyerhaeuser, Mobil Oil
Loads: lumber, poles, chips, plywood, extra length such as beams and pipe
Grain, aggregates
Electrical
Power stations Control Systems
Throttles
Wiring basics – toggles, servos, lights
Control panels
Trouble shooting
Dead rail