2019 Spring Newsletter

The Spring Newsletter is now available in the Members section… Please note the information for the Spring Banquet as this year we have changed the sign up format.

Our guest speaker is Logan Day. Logan is very active in the “Save The Nickel Plate” movement and will have much to share with all of us on those plans for what has been accomplished so far, and what the current plans are for this coming year.

We set a deadline for your reservations to be sent to Marion by Monday, April 29. Thanking everyone in advance for this courtesy.

Thanks again for paying your late dues and we look forward to starting the 2019 season on May 4th.

The ILSR Board

Darrell Jackson

As some members are aware, Darrell has some health issues and is selling his G scale equipment… please see the for sale section for itemized list.

2019 Annual Dues

Annual Dues are due ASAP. Don’t be late and miss out on the latest news!!!

A new position : Chairman of Engineers. The duties of the task force of Club Engineers will occasionally travel to Riley Children’s Hospital and Methodist Hospital to maintain existing trains and layouts. This individual should be willing to lead the group and keep the trains running.

We are also in need of a Web Master. contact John Buckner or Randy Banks

Thanks and have a great 2019 in Training…..

30 and still growing

January 2019   Happy New Year

ILSR  is  30 years old this year!!!

Catch up on the latest news… in the January newsletter now on line in the Members Section

Castleton Christian Church Modular show

On Saturday Sept 22 the modular group put on a spectacular display that was enjoyed by over 300 people! However, I only have 1 picture available at this time… so enjoy the COOP  that Spencer, Jeff and Dave Wheelock finally mastered the construction.

Geoff & Carolyn Open House

If you missed the opportunity to visit with the Schwartz’s, Geoff has upped the game for all of us…. He has outdone his past endeavors and makes your webmaster want to bulldoze and start over. Enjoy the views…

Geoff the proud builder  

2018 Upland Berry Festival

Another successful display in Upland on June 9…. hopefully pictures to follow.

James says: thanks to all who helped set up and tear down.

As a side note:

This group needs more support in the future with new members to replace those that have “retired” . So please consider joining and contributing to the modular group functions.