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What's New on the SLD web site !
Nov 09'09 We have posted two new pages related to the Plaster Structures 101 program.
Oct 28'09 We have posted photos pictures from the September SLD Meet in Morrisburg.
Oct 12'09 Plaster Structures 101 Kick off.
Aug 5'09 The September Meet will take place at the MacIntosh Inn, Morrisburg, Ont

Plaster Structures 101

Welcome to the 2009/10 SLD Season.

Based on resounding success of the past seasson, the club has chsoen to continue with the "101" theme this season with our "construction" project of Plaster Structure.

The format for the year will be very similar to last in that we will have clinic presented by our members followed in the alternate months with the KitBusters workshops where you can practice what you have learned. Of course we won’t be repeating the clinics from last year, instead we will be building on what we learned last season with the focus on those building techniques and skills that are unique to assembling a plaster model.

We now have a series of web pages dedicated to this project. Just follow this link: Plaster Structures 101 to learn more about the program and related material.


The 2009/10 SLD Season

The SLD Executive is very busy assembling the agenda for the up coming season and from all indications, it will be another stellar season with something for everyone!

Based on the feedback we received at the May'09 meet, the theme for the next season will be around building a Plaster Structure Kit .
We are currently working through the details of the program but suffice to say it will be similar to the Laser Structures 101 in that there will be clinics and workshops tailored to the project.
There will be additional information posted regarding the Plaster Structures 101 program during the summer so that you may prepare yourself for the Sept meet.

Of course this is not the only thing we will be doing as there will be something for everyone, so stay tuned to this web site as we will be posting the details as we approach the fall season.

In the mean time, here is the draft schedule for the 2009/10 season.

Meet Date
Workshop Date
Location
Sept 26, 2009
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MacIntosh Inn,
Morrisburg, Ontario
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Oct 24, 2009
Emmanuel United Church
Nov 28, 2009
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Emmanuel United Church
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Jan 09, 2010
Emmanuel United Church
Jan 30, 2010
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Emmanuel United Church
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Feb 27, 2010
Emmanuel United Church
Mar 27, 2010
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Emmanuel United Church
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Apr 24, 2010
Emmanuel United Church
May 29, 2010
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TBD
Note the Apil KitBusters session may be cancelled if there is a NFR convention is 2010.


The KitBusters Laser Structures 101

It is now early 2009 and the KistBusters laser Structures program is well underway with never before seen level of participation from the membership!

The members have now taken in two meets and numerous clinics on various topics pertaining to the assembly of the kit. We have also held two very successful Workshops where members have been able to practice what they have learned in the clinics under the guidance of the clinicians.

We have an extensive collection of web pages related to this program that covers all the details from the history of the prototype to the Step By Step assembly complete with illustrations and photpgraphs.

Just follow the The KitBusters Laser Structures 101 link to this material.

Here are some photographs of members projects that are underway (or completed!):

The project is based on the Silver Plume Bakery kit by Banta Model Works (Vermont).
The program will involve a series of clinics followed by workshops to practice what we have learned.
To learn more about this, click on the link above to take you to the web pages on this great event!


The SLD Mission
is to promote model railroading, fellowship and the NMRA. We will encourage as well as provide the means and assistance to those interested in developing their modeling and technical skills. Meets will feature clinics, layout tours, Achievement Program judging, contests, displays and more. Programs will be developed that serve the entire SLD, not just Ottawa. Our goal is to complement other organizations including The Ottawa Valley Associated Railroaders (OVAR).

The NMRA Mission Statement: The National Model Railraod Association, Inc. advances the global model railroading community through advocacy, standards, education and social interaction.


The SLD Executive
The St Lawrence Division Executive is elected by the membership where each position is held for two years. Your current SLD executive is as follows.
Superintendent Peter Joyce (613) 841 - 1950
Assistant Super Paul Bullock (613) 345 - 5553
Clerk Andreas Mank (613) 591 - 9088
Paymaster Greg Montague (613) 596 - 6641
Dispatcher Andrew Chisholm
Inspector Grant Knowles (613) 825 - 5438
Editor Andreas Mank (613) 591 - 9088
Please feel free to contact any member of the Executive if you have any questions or ideas. We always appreciate your input.


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This Web page is maintained by Grant Knowles and was last updated on Nov 09, 2009.