In Store - Clinics Introduction:
The Credit Valley Railway Company is pleased to announce our own in-house clinic program. At our new
location, we designed this program with you in mind, as we now have an on-site clinic room. We can now offer
our customers more than just terrific products and information from our
knowledgeable sales staff, but also targeted instruction on a wide range of model railroading techniques and products. You, the modeller, can now participate in structured clinics where you can learn by doing and asking questions in a friendly atmosphere. No other model train location in Canada can provide this kind of leadership, which is our whole objective;
to provide you with the most comprehensive experience in model railroading.
How Do The Clinic's work?
We have broken down our 'clinics' into 5 categories:
1. Manufacturer's Show Case - From time to time we will have manufacturers or sales representatives from some of the top model railway companies in the world come by and offer a look
into their newest products. Here you will be able to interact, ask questions and see first hand all the exciting products coming to market and your layout! These Manufacturer Show Case events are free and may or may not need pre-registration to attend.
2. Hands-On Clinic - You will be given instruction, and then under the watchful eye of our instructors, you'll build the subject project. Each participant will get to take home their project
at the end of the clinic. The objective is not necessarily to finish the project, but to learn the techniques in order to make you a more confident modeller. Each participant
will need to bring his/her own tools from a tool list we will provide. Participants under the age of 18 are not recommended.
A charge for Hands-On Clinics will vary with each project and time allotted. Pre-registration will be
required for such clinics.
3. Class Room Clinic - A type of clinic where you will sit in a class room setting and be taught several modelling techniques. This will typically include Power
Point presentations or some kind of visual aid to promote your understanding of the subject. There will also be an opportunity for hands-on instruction.
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charge for Class Room Clinics will vary with the project and time allotted. Pre-registration will be required for such clinics.
4. In-Store Demo - These short informative clinics or demos, are fast paced and will show you new products, tips and hints on how to use products right off the shelf.
There is no cost or Pre-registration to these demos and they will take place in the store on a scheduled basis. Check back
often to see what's next!
5. "What's Going On In There?" Clinic - This is not a formal clinic, but rather an opportunity to walk in and see what's going on in our clinic room any time it's 'open'. We will be offering
building services for layouts, so walk in and have a look at complete layouts being constructed; you never know what you might learn.
Our Clinic Team:
Our team is guided by our Lead Clinic Instructor, Clark Kooning, MMR, CRC. Clark is a well-known local modeller and holds the degree of Master Model Railroader from the National Model Railroad Association(NMRA)
and holds Canadian Railway Craftsman degree from the Canadian Association of Model Railway Modellers (CARM). In addition to winning several model contests and having done clinics all around North America, Clark
is also the lead instructor for the NMRA program called 'Modeling with the Masters'. We are also lucky to have several staff associates who will bring their expertise to the clinic program
throughout the year. Guest instructors will also be on the agenda, so watch our clinic schedule often.
All Clinic Prices are subject to 13% HST
In Store - Clinic Schedule
Freight Car Weathering - Part 1
Saturday February 4, 2012 - 10:30 to 1:30 pm
Hands On Clinic - In this clinic you will receive a HO scale hopper car (retail value $35)
and learn how to weather your own rolling stock to a great looking model. You will learn air brushing techniques as well as how to use marking pens and powders to provide detail to your weathering. Cost is $45. Please note this program is not suitable for children under 18. Participant must provide their own tools. Click Here for list of Tools.
Limit 8 per class. Pre-registration is required.
Freight Car Weathering - Part 2
Saturday February 4, 2012 - 2 - 4 pm
Hands On Clinic - **Must Have Taken Clinic #1** - In this clinic you will continue to work on your weathered car to add graffiti and other details. You will learn how to properly apply decals and learn more airbrushing techniques. Cost is $20. Please note this program is not suitable for children under 18. Participant must provide their own tools. Click Here for list of Tools.
Limit 8 per class. Pre-registration is required.
Introduction to Model Railroading
Sunday February 5, 2012 - 12 noon to 1:30 pm
Class Room Clinic - Intro to Model Railroading - In this clinic we will go over the basics of the five major elements of building a model railroad: Track Planning, Benchwork, Wiring, Scenery and what to buy and what not to buy!
Limit 12 per class, time 1.5 hrs. Pre-registration is required. Cost - $15. Should be over 18 and focus will be on HO & N scale.
Beginner's Guide to DCC
Saturday February 11, 2012 - 12 noon to 4 pm
Class Room Clinic - If your new to the hobby or just would like to learn some basic DCC skills, this clinic is for you. Our own Paul Taylor will be conducting an
Introduction into DCC. Paul will talk about all the fundamentals of DCC, such as wiring and set up. He will discuss different starter systems available on the market, what DCC can do for you, as well as the wide variety of decoders and sound decoders available to you.
Complete booklet handout is extra fee. Please note this program is not suitable for children under 18. Limit 10 per class, time 4 hrs. Pre-registration is required. Cost - $15.
Introduction to Basic Scenery
Sunday February 19, 2012 - 12:30 to 2 pm
Hands On Clinic - Join our own Master Railroader as we look into the different methods of building a base for your scenery. A look at rock molds, applying them to your layout and adding grass along with other ground cover. Cost is $18. Please note this program is not suitable for children under 18.
Limit 12 per class. Pre-registration is required.
The Beginner's Guide To Airbrushes
Saturday February 25, 2012 - 12 noon to 1:30 pm
Class Room Clinic - If your new in the hobby or just would like to learn some basic skills, this is the clinic for you. It's also a great way to learn
about Airbrushes if your looking to purchase one in the future. You will learn the components of what makes up an airbrush system, mixing of paints, and basic painting techniques.
Cost is $18. Please note this program is not suitable for children under 18.
Pre-registration is required, Limited to 12.
Building A Laser Structure Kit
Sunday February 26, 2012 - 12 noon to 4 pm
Hands On Clinic - Join our own Master Railroader as he personally helps you build a model. This 5 hour program will begin with a workshop on the project followed by
a hands-on session during which you will build a structure aided by an instructor who will assist you and answer your questions. He will share his modeling expertise, skills and techniques with you.
When the session is finished you will be able to take your project home with you. Students will learn all the basic elements for building any laser kit. Cost is $50 for N & HO; $60 for S; $75 for O scale. Please note this program is not suitable for children under 18. Participant must provide their own tools. Click Here for list of Tools.
Limit 10 per class. Pre-registration is required and please list your scale preference.
Manufacturer's Clinic - Osborn Models
Saturday February 18, 2012 12:30 to 2:30 pm
Hands on Clinic - How to build a Grade Crossing -
Have roads that cross the railway track? Then you need to come out for this one.
In this this clinic, Derek Osborn of Osborn Scale Models and our own Clark Kooning, team up to demonstrate how to build a railway crossing and scenic it. Then it’s your turn to build a small diorama with the help of Derek and Clark. All materials will be supplied and at the end of the clinic you will take home your project. Click Here for list of Tools.
Limit 10, time 2 hrs. Pre-registration is required. Cost - $35.
In Store - Presentation Room Events
More Announcements - Soon
In Store - Store Wide Events
More Announcements - Soon
Shows and Events
Credit Valley Explorer Tour Train for 2011
Southern Ontario's Most Scenic Rail Tour!
Dinner, Brunch & Scenic Tours
through the Forks of The Credit
and the Hills of Headwaters
Details on Line at:
www.creditvalleyexplorer.com
Upcoming Train Show Events for 2011 - 12
TH&B Flea Market Model Train Show
Sunday, January 29, 2012 - 10am - 3:30pm
Marritt Hall, Ancaster Fair Grounds
630 Trinity Road, Ancaster, Ontario
Admission $5 adults, children under 12 free
Operating layouts, over 150 dealer tables
Contact: 905-335-9112
Dundas Modular Railway Club Flea Market
Saturday February 11, 2012 - 10 am - 3 pm
Operating HO layout, dealers, private vendors, snack bar
Address: Royal Canadian Legion, 280 King Street West, Dundas Ontario (Note New Location!)
$3.00 Under 12, free (accompanied by adult)
Contact Tom at 905-575-9326
Website: home.cogeco.ca/~dmrc
Copetown Train Show 2011
Sunday February 12, 2012; 10am to 4pm
Copetown & District Community Centre
1950 Govenor's Road (Just east of Hwy.52)
Displays of all Canadian SIG Groups
Operating prototype layouts
Canadian Model Manufacturer's Displays
Admission $6
12th Annual Niagara Falls Model Railway Show
Optimist Park Hall, 4751 Dorchester Rd. Niagara Falls, Ont.
Sunday March 4, 2012 - 10:00-3:30
Admission $5.00
Operating layouts, vendors of all scales
Info @: info@nfrm.ca. or 905 357 6539
Kingston CRHA Rail-O-Rama
March 10 & 11, 2012
Ambassador Hotel, 1550 Princess St., Kingston
10 am - 4 pm
Admission: $6 Adults, $5 Seniors, $3 Children
Contact: Info
Toronto Railway Prototype Modellers Meet
Saturday, March 17th, 2012; 9:00 to 4:30
Humber College, North Campus, Building B, rooms B201& B202
203 Humber College Boulevard, Toronto
Admission: $10 Parking: Free
Contact: Brian
Lindsay & District Model Railroaders
38th Annual Model Railway Show
Saturday March 24 & Sunday March 25, 2012
Sat. 10am - 5pm, Sun. 10am - 4pm
Victoria Park Armoury, 210 Kent Street West
Admission $5, Age 6-12 $2, Under 6 Free
Contact: Don McClellan, 705-454-2746
DoubleHeaders Model Railroad
Self-Guided Layout Tour
Saturday March 31, 2012
Over 40 Layouts
Kitchener - Waterloo - Cambridge - Guelph
Layouts Open 9 am - 9 pm
Tickets & Maps:
Hespeler Arena, 640 Ellis Road West, Cambridge
Admission: $6 per person - Children MUST be supervised
For more info call the club 519-578-7546
Lakeshore Model Railroaders Flea Market
**New Location** Very Close to Credit Valley - Come Visit after the show!
Sunday, April 15, 2012
10am - 3:00pm
John Tonelli Sports Centre, 217 Laurier Avenue, Milton
Admission: Adults $5, Youth $2, Children under 6 Free
Contact: Steve McCoy 416-817-4015
The Great British Train Show
Saturday April 28, 2012; 10am - 5pm
Sunday April 29, 2012; 10am - 4pm
Jim Archdekin Recreation Centre
292 Conestoga Drive, Brampton
Operating Layouts, displays, new & used items
Adults $10, Children & Seniors $5, Free Parking
Ottawa Train Expo 2012
Saturday May 5 & Sunday May 6, 2012
Carlton University Fieldhouse, 1125 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa
Ample on site parking
48,000 sqft of layouts, displays, clinics
Over 13 $8, under 12 free
Visit: Ottawa Expo
MIDLAND DISTRICT RAILROAD CLUB’s 24TH Annual Model Train Show
The Midland Train Show is the largest show north of Toronto with over 20 layouts of
all scales, and many vendor tables bringing the hobby directly to you. There is something for everyone.
Saturday May 26th, 2012 to Sunday May 27th, 2012
Saturday 10am - 5pm, Sunday 10am - 4pm
Admission: Adults $6.00 ; Seniors $5.00 ; Kids $2.00
Midland Sports and Recreation Center 527 Len Self Blvd. Midland, ON., L4R 5N6
Contact : Show Chairman and VP MDRC Richard Small
Directions : From Toronto : 90min North on HWY 400 past Barrie to HWY 93 North to Midland, Turn right on HWY 12,
Turn Left on King Street and 5 minutes to Sports and Rec Center on you left at Little Lake Park entrance
Let us know about your event! Drop us an e-mail at staff@cvrco.com outlining date, time, location, fee and any other specific details. We will post it as soon as we can. We do however reserve the right to limit/edit/refuse posting.
Attention customers! Information listed has been obtained from a variety of sources. Changes, cancellations and errors are possible. Before traveling any distance, confirm details with contact listed.
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