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NMRA Mid-Central Region Annual Convention

THE NORTH COAST LIMITED

May 16-19, 2024

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Division 4 - The Northcoast Division

Welcome visitors to the North Coast Limited online portal. Here is where you can register for the convention and add-ons as well as order convention merchandise. You don't have to attend the convention to order merchandise. HOWEVER, in either case you must create an account to pre-order merchandise.

OUR OBJECTIVE

Our members are dedicated to furthering the hobby of model railroading through public displays, community involvement, and educational activities. The division models all scales and railroads, and welcomes new members, especially newcomers to the hobby. Join us at the Mid-Central Annual Convention for instructive clinics, camaraderie, and fun! Meet with fellow railroad modelers and find out the answers to all your questions.

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NOTE: First complete registration for the primary attendee. There is an ADD ANOTHER REGISTRATION button near the bottom just prior to payment information for FAMILY MEMBER registration.

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Registration Options

Full-Fare Early Registration ($100.00)
Full-Fare Registration in effect now through 4/15/2024.
Family Member Registration ($35.00)
Spouse, significant other, and children 16 and under in attendance with Full Fare Registrant

Saturday Evening Banquet
PRICE $55 - This year’s banquet offers a choice of three entrees = Roast Pork Loin, Rosemary Chicken or Eggplant Parmesan, sides, and dessert. Lactose Intolerant and other special needs may be accommodated. See the website for details, https://northcoastlimited2024.org/.
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Sides
Your choice of one of two sides
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SATURDAY PROTOTYPE TOURS

MIDWEST RAILWAY PRESERVATION SOCIETY TOUR [Sold Out]
The basics are: Saturday May 18th. 10:00 AM Group, Limited to 25 persons per group. Cost = $10/person with all proceeds going to MRPS for their continued preservation work.
MIDWEST RAILWAY PRESERVATION SOCIETY TOUR [20 remaining]
The basics are: Saturday May 18th. 11:00 AM Group, Limited to 25 persons per group. Cost = $10/person with all proceeds going to MRPS for their continued preservation work.
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THURSDAY OPERATING SESSIONS

Bram Bailey, Ontario Central Railway,
Thursday 5/16, 7:00 PM, 7 slots

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Bruce Brintnall - MMR, Memphis Ridge RR,
Thursday 5/16, 7:00 PM, 6 slots

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Cuyahoga Valley & West Shore RR
7:00 PM, 8 slots Thursday 5/16,

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Joe Filipiak, Chessie System Chicago Junction,
Thursday 5/16, 7:00 PM
Also available on Friday, see below

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Paul Novak, Gold Creek Railway,
Thursday 5/16, 7:00 PM, 6 slots

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Mark Pekelnicky, Conrail Toledo Subdivision,
Thursday 5/16, 7:00 PM, 3 slots

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Jim Peters, Little Scioto & Mingo Junction RR,
Thursday 5/16, 7:00 PM, 8 slots

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FRIDAY OPERATING SESSIONS

Joe Filipiak, Chessie System Chicago Junction
Friday 5/17, 7:00 PM, 6 slots each

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John Puch, Union Valley Central RR,
Friday 5/17, 1:00 PM, 5 slots

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FRIDAY CLINICS

Modeling With The Masters (MWTM) - Painting and Weathering with Inexpensive Craft Acrylic Paint
Friday from 9 AM – 12 PM. PRESENTERS: Fred Soward MMR, Sam Swanson MMR, Bob Weinheimer MMR, Steve Zapytowski MMR. This hands-on clinic is focused on developing skills in painting and weathering models using a three-step process, including base-color painting, staining for shadows, and drybrushing for highlights. Each of these steps will be undertaken using common brushes and craft-style acrylic paints. Attendees should bring their small structures (built or unbuilt), details or figures, or rolling stock (preferably with wood sheathing, such as a boxcar or stock car) to be painted. Three models maximum are recommended. Each model or components to be painted should be primed with a flat overcoat (paint or Dullcote), particularly if the model is plastic, to facilitate adherence of the craft acrylics. Brushes and paints will be provided, but attendees can bring their own, should guidance on various brush and paints be desired. Practice models will also be available, should attendees want to try various techniques prior to working on their own models. The cost of the clinic is $20, which includes all work-station materials. We’ll meet over a 3-hour period to thoroughly cover basic techniques and as time allows, any advanced techniques attendees are interested in can be worked on as well.
$20.00 ea. [5 remaining]
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SATURDAY CLINICS

Modeling With The Masters (MWTM) - Weathering with PanPastels
Saturday from 9 AM – 12 PM. PRESENTERS: Fred Soward MMR, Steve Zapytowski MMR. Limited to twelve participants. This is a three-hour hands-on clinic dealing with PanPastels for the weathering of all types of models. Participants need to bring no more than of three of their own models, structures, rolling stock, figures, etc., for weathering during the clinic. Models do not need to be fully assembled as parts may be weathered separately before final assembly. Some sample pieces will be provided by the instructors. Instruction on a variety of tools will be available including sponges, blending stumps, eye shadow applicators, color shapers, make-up brushes, and kneaded erasers. Participants must purchase PanPastels set 30102, approximately $50 from Amazon. The convention fee for the clinic is $10.00 per participant.
$10.00 ea. [3 remaining]
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Introduction to Fusion 360 - Ray Persing
CLINIC DESCRIPTION: This clinic will be Saturday from 2:30 to 3:30 and follow Ray's clinic 3D Printing for Model Railroading scheduled for 1:00 to 2:00. In July 2020, Ray acquired what has quickly become an indispensable tool in his modeling arsenal - a resin-based 3D printer. In order to get the most out of it, Ray started learning how to use a popular 3D modeling program, Autodesk's Fusion 360. This hands-on clinic will walk you through some of the basic functionality to allow you to begin designing your own parts for use in your modeling. Attendance is limited to 10, and you must bring a laptop with Fusion 360 pre-loaded and ready to go. Autodesk Fusion for personal use is a limited, free version that includes basic functionality for qualifying users who generate less than $1,000 USD in annual revenue and use for home-based, non-commercial projects only. Copy/paste this linke to download a free copy,https://www.autodesk.com/products/fusion-360/personal?cjdata=MXxOfDB8WXww&AID=10282382&PID=100357191&SID=oc5A05L8E_cFrofF6SHThDlGAuAzCwlQs7Q5lAeP2SznwLeR5eWPCtL_y6kB1jNg&mktvar002=afc_us_deeplink&cjevent=fcb039bceb0a11ee806f00170a82b82c&affname=100357191_10282382. Ray will be given a copy of each attendees email address so he can communicate details prior to the Convention.
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PRE-ORDER CONVENTION CARS

Accurail 40' Boxcar
Covention car with trucks, couplers and decal number set to make any number for your car(s).
$28.00 ea. [13 remaining]
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Accurail Covered Hopper
Covention car with trucks, couplers and decal number set to make any number for your car(s).
$28.00 ea. [21 remaining]
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PRE-ORDER MEN'S APPAREL

Men's Black Polo Shirt
Jerzees 437 SpotShield™ 5.6-Ounce 50% cotton, 50% polyesterJersey Knit Sport Shirt
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Men's True Red Polo Shirt
Jerzees 437 SpotShield™ 5.6-Ounce 50% cotton, 50% polyester Jersey Knit Sport Shirt
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Men's Dark Green Polo Shirt
Jerzees 437 SpotShield™ 5.6-Ounce 50% cotton, 50% polyester Jersey Knit Sport Shirt
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Men's Black/Light Stone Neckband Dress Short Sleeve Shirt
Port Authority S508 Short Sleeve Easy Care Shirt, 4.5-ounce, 55/45 cotton/poly, Button-down collar, Dyed-to-match buttons, Left chest pocket, Back box pleat, Black has a Light Stone contrast neckband.
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Men's Red/Light Stone Neckband Dress Short Sleeve Shirt
Port Authority S508 Short Sleeve Easy Care Shirt, 4.5-ounce, 55/45 cotton/poly, Button-down collar, Dyed-to-match buttons, Left chest pocket, Back box pleat, Red has a Light Stone contrast neckband.
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Men's Forest Green/Navy Neckband Dress Short Sleeve Shirt
Port Authority S508 Short Sleeve Easy Care Shirt, 4.5-ounce, 55/45 cotton/poly, Button-down collar, Dyed-to-match buttons, Left chest pocket, Back box pleat, Forest Green has a Navy contrast neckband.
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Men's Black/Light Stone Neckband Dress Long Sleeve Shirt
Port Authority S608 Long Sleeve Easy Care Shirt, 4.5-ounce, 55/45 cotton/poly, Button-down collar, Dyed-to-match buttons, Left chest pocket, Box back pleat, Adjustable cuffs, Black has a Light Stone contrast neckband.
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Men's Red/Light Stone Neckband Dress Long Sleeve Shirt
Port Authority S608 Long Sleeve Easy Care Shirt, 4.5-ounce, 55/45 cotton/poly, Button-down collar, Dyed-to-match buttons, Left chest pocket, Box back pleat, Adjustable cuffs, Red has a Light Stone contrast neckband.
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Men's Dark Green/Navy Neckband Dress Long Sleeve Shirt
Port Authority S608 Long Sleeve Easy Care Shirt, 4.5-ounce, 55/45 cotton/poly, Button-down collar, Dyed-to-match buttons, Left chest pocket, Box back pleat, Adjustable cuffs, Dark Green has a Navy contrast neckband.
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PRE-ORDER LADIES APPAREL

Ladies Upscale Deep Black Polo Shirt
5-ounce, 100% polyester, Gently contoured silhouette, Self-fabric collar, 1-button Y-placket with a semi-clear, dyed-to-match button, Set-in, open hem sleeves, Subtle curved hem
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Ladies Upscale Rich Red Polo Shirt
5-ounce, 100% polyester, Gently contoured silhouette, Self-fabric collar, 1-button Y-placket with a semi-clear, dyed-to-match button, Set-in, open hem sleeves, Subtle curved hem
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Ladies Upscale Graphite Polo Shirt
5-ounce, 100% polyester, Gently contoured silhouette, Self-fabric collar, 1-button Y-placket with a semi-clear, dyed-to-match button, Set-in, open hem sleeves, Subtle curved hem
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PRE-ORDER Unisex Sweatshirts

Black Sweatshirts
Jerzees 562M NuBlend Crewneck Sweatshirt, 8-ounce, 50/50 cotton/poly NuBlend® pill-resistant fleece, High-stitch density for a smooth-printing canvas, Coverseamed neck, armholes and waistband, 1x1 rib knit collar, cuffs and waistband with spandex
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True Red Sweatshirts
Jerzees 562M NuBlend Crewneck Sweatshirt, 8-ounce, 50/50 cotton/poly NuBlend® pill-resistant fleece, High-stitch density for a smooth-printing canvas, Coverseamed neck, armholes and waistband, 1x1 rib knit collar, cuffs and waistband with spandex
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Forest Green Sweatshirt
Jerzees 562M NuBlend Crewneck Sweatshirt, 8-ounce, 50/50 cotton/poly NuBlend® pill-resistant fleece, High-stitch density for a smooth-printing canvas, Coverseamed neck, armholes and waistband, 1x1 rib knit collar, cuffs and waistband with spandex
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