NASG Dispatch Articles: Model Railroad Shows

1991 #5 October

8

Bob Jackson

A report of the 1991 NASG Convention. Includes lots of photos.

1990 #6 December

13

Pete Mihelich

The author shares the activities at the 1990 Fall S Fest. Includes one group photo.

1993 #1 February

32

Pete Mihelich

Report on the 1992 Fall S Fest in Elk Grove Village, IL.

1987 #2 Spring

5

Vera Geerts

A brief summary of the events at the show.

2001 #1 February

2

Alan Evans

Information about the show in Columbus, Ohio.

1980 #1 February

1

Dave Koehler

More information about this year's NASG Convention.

1980 #3 June

1

Dave Koehler

Brief information about the upcoming NASG Convention.

1980 #4 August

2

Walt Danylak

Introduction to the planned activities and dates of the 1981 NASG Convention.

1980 #5 October

4

Walt Danylak

Information about the upcoming NASG Convention's car by Lionel.

1983 #1 Winter

4

John A. Medland & Paul V. Riley

The authors introduce the 1983 NASG Convention, organized by the Bristol S Gauge Railroaders club.

1985 #1 Winter

4

Ed Loizeaux

Information about all the activities at the upcoming 1985 NASG Convention.

1994 #1 February

8

Gil Hulin

Introduction to the 1994 NASG Convention in Vancouver, Washington. Includes a couple of photos taken in the area.

1994 #2 April

6

Gil Hulin

Information about clinics, contests, and local attractions for the 1994 NASG Convention.

1994 #5 October

6

Jeff Madden

The author describes his Amtrak trip to the 1994 NASG Convention, and reviews the activities there. The article continues over many pages and includes lots of photos of people and models.

1995 #1 February

17

Jeff Madden

Photos of the temporary layout set up as part of the event.

1995 #2 April

15

A detailed schedule of the 1995 NASG Convention.

1998 #5 October

8

Jeff Madden

A listing of all the winners of the contests held at the 1998 NASG Convention. Photos follow in the subsequent pages, followed by a full summary by the editor.

1999 #5 October

10

Jeff Madden

A report about the 1999 NASG Convention, with lots of photos.

1999 #2 April

14

unaccredited

Several pages with info and photos about the Convention, and the Convention cars.

2000 #5 October

9

Jeff Madden

A full report of the Convention in San Jose.

2001 #5 October

10

Jeff Madden

A full report along with photos of the 2001 NASG Convention in Scranton, PA.

2002 #5 October

10

Jeff Madden

The article covers the events at the 2002 NASG Convention. The preceding page and the pages of the article itself have lots of photos taken at the event.

2002 #6 December

19

Jeff Madden

A handful of photos with captions.

2006 #4 August

58

Lawrence Erickson

A collection of photos taken at the event.

2008 #5 October

8

R. James Whipple

A listing of the people who won the contests at the 2008 NASG Convention.

2008 #1 February

8

unaccredited

Introduction to the 2008 NASG Convention in Lowell, MA, covering all the tours and external activities.

2010 #5 October

9

Jeff Madden

Comments and photos of the 2010 NASG Convention.

2009 #6 December

9

Steve Doyle

More details about the 2010 NASG Convention, including what can be done before and after the show.

2014 #5 October

14

Jeff Madden

The author reports on the annual show. Includes a couple of people photos. The article is followed by two pages of photos of contest winning models. More photos are shown on pages 19, 20, and 21.

2014 #2 April

15

Steve Lunde & Roy Meissner

The Badgerland S Gaugers and the State-Line S Gaugers introduce the 2014 NASG Convention, to be held in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. In addition to briefly covering the planned activities, there are also photos of the area layouts that will be open for tours.

2014 #4 August

14

Jeff Madden

The author reports about the event. The article includes several photos of product and people.

2014 #4 August

16

Alan Evans

The author reports about the event. The article includes several photos taken at the event. The article also briefly describes the history of the Spring S Spree, and the history of the Central Ohio S Gaugers club who hosted this event.

2016 #2 March

23

Jeff Madden

2016 #1 January

25

Allan Bennett

A one-page photo essay taken at the event.

2015 #2 March

5

Dave Blum

More details and photos related to the upcoming 2015 NASG Convention in Kansas City, Missouri.

2016 #1 January

8

David Heine

The author reports about the event held in Houston, Texas. Includes photos of Sn3 models and layouts.

2016 #2 March

26

Jeff Madden

A brief description of the show, and a couple of photos.

2017 #2 March

36

Jeff Madden

The author provides a report about the event, and shares some information about the 2017 show. Photos are shown on the next page.

2016 #5 September

18

unaccredited

Details about the upcoming event.

2017 #1 January

12

David Heine

The author describes his visit to the National Narrow Gauge Convention in Augusta, Maine in September, 2016. There was quite a bit of S, Sn3, and Sn2 at the show. Includes several photos taken at the event. More photos can be found on page 34 and 35 of this PDF version of this issue.

2016 #5 September

14

Jeff Madden

A full report, with photos, of the Convention. Also covered are the model contest winners, and the layouts set up at the hotel.

2017 #1 January

23

Fred Ruby

A report about the history of the Southern California S Gaugers involvement in this annual show, and what they did for their 2016 show. Includes several photos taken at the event.

2016 #5 September

45

Jeff Madden

The author reports on the event, and includes several photos.

2017 #5 September

17

Jeff Madden

The author reports on the event. Several people contributed photos to the article.

2017 #2 March

5

unaccredited

Details about the upcoming NASG Convention in Timonium, Maryland, covering hotel, convention cars, tour listing, spouse events, home layout tours, contests, and vendors.

2017 #3 May

7

unaccredited

Details about the clinics being offered at the upcoming NASG Convention.

2017 #4 July

7

David Blair

More events added to the upcoming NASG Convention.

2017 #4 July

21

Jeff Madden

The author reports on the show, and shares several photos. More photos are shown on pages 36 and 37 of the PDF version of this issue.

2018 #1 January

8

unaccredited

Lots of details and photos of the upcoming 2018 NASG Convention in Boxboro, MA.

2018 #2 March

20

unaccredited

More details and photos of what the upcoming NASG Convention has to offer, including a section on the clinics scheduled to be offered.

2018 #3 May

4

unaccredited

More details and photos of what the upcoming NASG Convention has to offer, covering prototype tours, and layout tours.

2018 #4 July

34

Jeff Madden

The author reports on the Spree held in Ohio, with several photos.

2020 #1 January

34

Jeff Madden

A report, with photos, of this annual event.

2019 #2 March

10

unaccredited

Some updates about the upcoming 2019 NASG Convention.

2019 #3 May

13

unaccredited

More details about the 2019 NASG Convention.

2019 #5 September

18

Jeff Madden

Jeff reviews the activities that took place this year's NASG Convention. Includes photos of the contests winners.

2019 #4 July

19

unaccredited

A description of the clinics planned for the 2019 NASG Convention.

2022 #6 November

16

Daniel Dawdy

The author describes his experience of attending the 2022 NASG Convention in Buffalo, NY. Includes many photos taken during the tours and at the event.

2023 #1 January

20

Daniel Dawdy

Shown in this article are the model contest winners at the NASG's 2022 Convention.

2022 #4 July

24

Darby Marriott

2023 #6 November

26

Michael McConnell

Photos of the model contests held at the 2023 NASG Convention.

2024 #5 September

16

Hank Worrell

NASG Convention contest model photos.

2024 #4 July

25

Cary F. Poole

The layout, owned by NASG member Bill Ware, can be found at the Kings Mountain Historical Museum in Kings Mountain, NC. It is modular and measures 16' x 28'. It aims to tell the history of the railroad in the area. The article includes many photos.

2019 #2 March

6

Jeff Madden

The author reflects on attending the annual NASG Conventions for 25 years now.

2014 #3 June

16

David Heine

The author reports about this event in Dallas, Texas. Includes many photos.

2016 #4 July

7

David Heine

The author relates his trip to Florida to attend this event, and what all happened there. Includes two pages of photos.

2000 #2 April

11

Ed Loizeaux

The first 32 of 64 reasons are listed here.

2000 #3 June

8

Ed Loizeaux

The second 32 of 64 reasons are listed here.

2021 #6 November

22

James McAuliffe

The St. Louis Railroad Prototype Modelers Meet drew some S-scale participants.

2001 #6 December

17

Jeff Madden

A few photos taken at the 2001 Fall S Fest.

1978 #2 August

1

unaccredited

A report on the 1978 NASG Convention.

2008 #3 June

26

Thomas C. Hartrum

A report and photos of the events that took place at this event.

2019 #5 September

25

unaccredited

A brief description and several photos of the A.C. Gilbert display found at the 2019 NASG Convention.

1996 #3 June

23

Dick Kloes

The story of how members of the Badgerland S Gaugers made it to the NMRA convention in Madison, Wisconsin.

1994 #6 December

22

Gregg Miller

A complete introduction to the 1995 NASG Convention and all planned activities. Includes two photos taken on the Altoona Curve.

1995 #3 June

8

Gregg Miller

Clinics update for the 1995 NASG Convention. Also, model contests to be held at the Convention, including new rules.

1979 #6 April

1

Dick Cataldi

Drumming up support for S-scale modelers to go to the 1978 NMRA convention.

1989 #2 April

13

Bill Whitmore

In introduction to what can be seen in Kansas City when in town for the NASG Convention.

1989 #5 October

16

Bob Werre

The NMRA's Astro Rail 1989 convention in Houston, Texas saw the first public showing of the Houston S Gaugers' modular club layout. The NMRA even offered an S-scale convention car.

2012 #5 October

26

Jeff Madden

Photos of those who received awards at the 2012 NASG Convention.

2008 #1 February

22

Jeff Madden

Diners to be found near the 2008 NASG Convention location.

2016 #4 July

36

Jeff Madden

A photo essay of the Badgerland S Gaugers club set up at the NMRA Mad City show in Madison, Wisconsin.

2019 #4 July

35

unaccredited

Photos and a brief description of the club's set-up at the Great Scale Show in the Cow Palace at the Maryland State Fairgrounds in Timonium, Maryland.

2010 #5 October

8

R. James Whipple

Contest winners report for the 2010 NASG Convention.

2003 #5 October

8

unaccredited

A listing of the contest winners at the 2003 NASG Convention, with photos of Andy Malette's and Kenny Palmer's entries.

2004 #5 October

8

unaccredited

A listing of the winners of the modeling contests at the 2004 NASG Convention.

2005 #5 October

8

unaccredited

A listing of the contest winners at the 2005 NASG Convention.

2001 #5 October

8

unaccredited

A listing of all who won contest awards. Includes several photos of the winners. This issue's cover includes some of the model photos in color.

1994 #3 June

22

John Porter

Photos and a description of John Porter's 1st place freight car contest win in the 1993 NASG Convention. He also received the best-of-show award.

2000 #3 June

24

unaccredited

Detailed information about the 2000 Fall S Fest, its history and the Badgerland club's history. Includes photos of layouts open during the event.

2014 #1 February

20

Jeff Madden

The author describes the 2013 Fall S Fest organized by the State-Line S Gaugers in Janesville, Wisconsin. There are also photos of the South Jersey S Gaugers November 2013 train show.

2014 #1 February

29

unaccredited

Information about the May 2014 Flyer Fest West train show coming up in May 2014. Includes photos of layouts and the Cable Car Museum.

2018 #3 May

35

Will Holt

An attendee of a local show shares two photos of his steam locomotives that he cannot identify.

2021 #4 July

10

Jim Martin

The NASG Convention is postponed until 2022. The details behind TractorFab and CanaDakota, two companies owned by Kent Loewen.

2021 #3 May

8

Jim Martin

The 2021 NASG Convention has been canceled, and is re-scheduled for the same location for 2022.

1989 #6 December

19

Don Thompson

The three-day show was held in November. The author covers all the activities during that time, with 60+ people attending. Includes a track plan of the modular layout's set-up at the show.

2019 #2 March

19

Dick Karnes

The NASG Contest Chair announces new rules that go into effect at the 2019 NASG Convention, which includes processing 3D-printed models.

2012 #5 October

9

Jeff Madden

A detailed report with plenty of photos of the 2012 NASG Convention. Also includes Jay Mellon's vendor report.

2000 #1 February

8

Joshua Seltzer

1981 #6 November

10

Lee McCarty

The full brochure text of the Cuyahoga Valley "S" Gauge Association's invitation to the 1982 NASG Convention.

2017 #2 March

33

Dick Kramer

A brief description and several photos taken at the Cheshire High School Ram Bank Parents Association train show, where the club set up their layout.

2018 #5 September

44

unaccredited

A brief description and several photos of the Connecticut S Gauge Model Railroad Club's first repair clinic.

1985 #3 Summer

8

Kent Singer

A listing and some photos of all the contest winners at the 1985 NASG Convention.

1994 #5 October

7

Bob Werre

Photos and a brief description of the models at the 1994 NASG Convention.

2004 #5 October

16

Bob Werre

Photos of some of the contest-winning models.

2009 #5 October

17

Bob Werre

Bob shows photos of the models that won contests at the 2009 NASG Convention.

2010 #5 October

21

Bob Werre

Photos of the contest winners' models at the 2010 NASG Convention.

2007 #5 October

8

unaccredited

A listing of all the winners in the various model contests at the 2007 NASG Convention. A photo of Simon Parent and his best-of-show engine are included.

2017 #1 January

21

unaccredited

The 2017 NASG Convention Cars are announced, and shown in photos.

1984 #4 Fall

5

Elaine Powell & Sam Powell

Some quick notes about the 1984 NASG Convention, include contest winners.

2011 #5 October

8

Jeff Madden & Jay Mellon

The 2011 NASG Convention was held in conjunction with the 2011 NMRA Convention and NTS Train Show in Sacramento, California. Includes photos of layouts, attendees, contest models, etc.

2024 #4 July

19

Jeff Madden

This is a brief overview of the annual all-S show held in May 2024 in Stow, Ohio. Includes a couple of photos.

2012 #3 June

27

Tom Hartrum

The author reports on the 2012 Spring S Spree.

1997 #2 April

8

Glenn Sponholtz & Karl Sellers

Prototype railroading in the Denver area when on the way to and from the 1997 NASG Convention.

1997 #2 April

10

Jerry Porter

A listing of clinics and local layouts open at the 1997 NASG Convention.

1997 #1 February

12

unaccredited

Some more updates about the 1997 NASG Convention.

1996 #6 December

12

A preview of the 1997 NASG Convention to be held in Denver, Colorado.

1997 #6 December

8

Will Holt

The author reports S-scale models shown at the National Model and Hobby Show in Chicago, Illinois.

2017 #6 November

13

unaccredited

Three people won items donated by the manufacturers at the 2017 NASG Convention.

2019 #5 September

9

Chuck Metzger

A quick note about the NASG table that was set up at this show.

1983 #1 Winter

2

Elaine Powell

Attending NASG Conventions, as told from a woman's perspective, and how can Conventions be held so as to reduce the costs to those attending them?

1984 #1 Winter

2

Elaine Powell

Why would a club want to organize and host an NASG Convention or other major event?

2014 #1 February

10

Monte Heppe

The author describes how to prepare a model to be entered for a contest (specifically the annual NASG Convention contests).

2011 #1 February

8

Ed Loizeaux

Detailed information about the 2011 NASG Convention later in the year.

2011 #2 April

8

Ed Loizeaux & Lee Johnson

Information about the upcoming 2011 NASG Convention, which is a joint-NMRA convention.

2012 #6 December

19

Jeff Madden

The 37th annual Fall S Fest was held in the Milwaukee area and hosted by the Badgerland S Gaugers, with about 400-500 people attending. The show report includes photos taken at the event.

2018 #1 January

37

Jeff Madden

A brief review of the annual S-scale show, which includes several photos.

2004 #6 December

14

Jeff Madden

A report of the 29th annual Fall S Fest hosted by the Badgerland S Gaugers in the Milwaukee, Wisconsin, area.

2011 #6 December

27

Jeff Madden

The author reports on the activities of this event.

2019 #1 January

35

Jeff Madden

The author briefly reports on this event. Includes several photos taken there. This article is only available in the online PDF version of the issue.

1981 #6 November

2

Jim Kindraka

Report of the CASG-BSG Fall S Fest held near Chicago.

2009 #6 December

14

Jeff Madden

A brief review of the show and some photos.

2010 #6 December

19

Jeff Madden

Photos and a review of the 2010 Fall S Fest in Tinley Park.

2000 #6 December

11

Jeff Madden

A report on the show held in Waukesha, Wisconsin. Includes a number of photos of people attending the event.

2008 #6 December

8

unaccredited

A brief report on the 2008 Fall S Fest with a couple of photos. Also covered is the Indianapolis S Show.

1983 #3 Summer

13

David Bredemeier

Having just joined the Bristol S Gauge Railroaders club, the author describes his experience being part of the hosting club of an NASG Convention.

1999 #3 June

10

unaccredited

Photos and a recap of the first S Spree organized by Miami Valley S Gaugers of Dayton, Ohio.

2010 #3 June

14

Jeff Madden

Report about the show.

2019 #1 January

38

unaccredited

A report about this event, and several photos taken there. This article is only available in the online PDF version of the issue.

2014 #4 August

24

Paul Guaraglia

A report and photos of the event held in San Mateo, CA. Includes several photos.

2017 #2 March

25

Paul Guaraglia

A description of the upcoming event hosted by the Golden Gate American Flyer Club, which includes the two Lionel tank cars they are offering.

2003 #3 June

33

David Dewey

A behind-the-scenes review of the show held in 2003.

1998 #6 December

15

Jeff Madden

Ron Schlicht and Jim Starosta, members of the Badgerland S Gaugers received the award for their 6 American Flyer straight modules at the 1998 Trainfest.

2002 #1 February

8

Jeff Madden

After a brief introduction to this informal event, the author describes what happened at Phil Moser's home with nearly 950 feet of AF track laid down. Includes a couple of photos taken at the event, as well as a rough track plan spanning almost the entire house.

2000 #5 October

17

unaccredited

A listing of all of the NASG Conventions from 1961 through 2002.

1978 #4 December

2

A brief report on the 1978 NASG Convention in Ottawa, Canada.

1981 #6 November

2

Jim Kindraka

The author relayed the stories he and some friends experienced railfanning on the way to the 1981 NASG Convention in New York.

2022 #6 November

24

Ted Larson & Tom Lennon

The group organized their first "All 1/64th" get-together covering anything that fits within the 1:64 modeling efforts.

1994 #3 June

16

Gil Hulin

More updates on the schedule of the 1994 NASG Convention. Includes some area prototype railfan photos, a list of the clinics, and the Amtrak timetable.

1998 #3 June

15

Gil Hulin

The 1998 S-West III will be visiting Jess Bennett's layout as part of a three-layout tour.

2017 #2 March

35

Chris Yuergens

The author briefly shares his history in model railroading, being relatively new to S-scale, and how he participated in the make-n-take clinic at the 2016 NASG Convention, where he built the building for which he won the Greeley popular vote. Includes photos of the building.

2016 #6 November

25

Mike Andrzejewski

The author built this building as part of the Make-and-take clinic, and won the "Greeley's Place" contest in the process. He describes what he did, the story behind the scene, and shares several additional photos.

2015 #5 September

13

various authors

This year's contest was converting an American Flyer caboose into a not-caboose model. The contest entries are shown on a one-page photo essay.

2022 #5 September

7

Jeff Madden

The former editor of the Dispatch provides some suggestions for the future of S-related events.

1998 #1 February

22

Jeff Madden

A brief review and some photos of the event.

1994 #6 December

33

Alan Evans

The author built three display boards to indicate the differences between S-scale's track, couplers, and wheels.

2014 #1 February

31

Will Holt

The author reports on new S-scale items found at the annual Hobby Manufacturers Association product show.

1990 #4 August

7

Pete Mihelich

The author reports on all the activities in which he and his wife participated at the 1990 joint NMRA/NASG Convention.

2005 #1 February

20

Thomas C. Hartrum

The behind-the-scenes story of the 1999 Spring S Spree car, which was a U.S. Army flat car with a crate labeled "From Roswell, NM to Wright-Patterson AFB", because legend has it that the aliens crashed in New Mexico are kept in Wright-Patterson. The author wound up being the one who built the crates for the car.

2000 #3 June

20

Ken Schwartz

Prototype photos of things to see in Scranton, PA for the 2001 NASG Convention.

2016 #6 November

33

Jay Mellon

The author shares photos he took while visiting layouts at the 2016 NASG Convention.

1996 #5 October

5

Jeff Madden

Commentary about the S-scale-only regional and national events.

1997 #5 October

5

Jeff Madden

The author attended the 1997 NMRA Convention and NTS show, and shares his views on how S-scale could be involved in those national events.

1998 #5 October

5

Jeff Madden

The author shares his thoughts on how to improve NASG Conventions.

1999 #5 October

5

Jeff Madden

The author reflects on joint NMRA/NASG conventions, conjunction conventions (at the same time but slightly different locations), and back-to-back conventions (same location, but one immediately following the other).

2000 #5 October

5

Jeff Madden

The author makes the case for local clubs to consider starting a regional convention, similar to the Fall S Fest or the Spring S Spree.

2001 #5 October

6

Jeff Madden

The issue of joint versus stand-alone NASG Conventions is discussed in this column, supplemented by comments by Josh Seltzer on the issue. The problem is that joint conventions aren't as well attended by S-scale modelers as when the convention is a stand-alone one.

2003 #5 October

5

Jeff Madden

Celebrating his 10th year as editor of this magazine, the author reflects how to got "roped" into becoming an S-scale modeler. The column continues with a review of the 2003 NASG Convention, of which he was a co-chair.

2005 #5 October

5

Sam Powell

In this guest editorial by Sam, he reflects on the 2005 NASG Convention and how he believes that the hi-rail modelers are now the main force in S-scale.

2006 #4 August

6

Richard Lind

The author describes his visit to the NMRA's National Train Show in Philadelphia, PA.

2009 #1 February

5

Jeff Madden

How to justify the expense of going to conventions.

2010 #6 December

5

Jeff Madden

The editor draws the distinction between two types of S-scale model railroad displays set up at train shows.

2009 #5 October

5

Jeff Madden

The editor is observing how NASG Convention attendance might be related to the general state of the economy, as well as the number of NASG members that live in the area where the Convention is held that year.

1989 #4 August

12

Dick Karnes

The author reviews the 1989 NASG Convention.

1989 #4 August

16

Dick Karnes

A listing of what was new at the Convention.

1989 #4 August

17

Kent Singer

Photos of the model contests winners.

1998 #6 December

10

unaccredited

Introduction and description of the 1999 NASG Convention in Saint Paul, Minnesota. This covers several pages, and includes a few model photos.

1999 #3 June

12

unaccredited

Several pages with info about the Convention, and the Convention cars.

2002 #3 June

17

Will Holt

Some information about the upcoming 2002 Fall S Fest.

2016 #5 September

22

Jeff Madden

Photo essay of layouts at the 2016 NASG Convention.

2001 #5 October

21

various authors

A photo essay of local layouts open during the 2001 NASG Convention.

1998 #5 October

20

Bob Werre & Jeff Madden

Photos of layouts open during the layout tours at the 1998 NASG Convention.

2000 #5 October

18

various authors

Some photos of layouts that were open during the 2000 NASG Convention, including Bill Roberts' (includes a track plan of his layout), Don Harper's, Steve Anderson's, Jim Sweeney's, Ed Loizeaux', David Butterfield's, and a track plan of Lee Johnson's portable layout.

1999 #5 October

20

various authors

Various photos of area layouts open during the 1999 NASG Convention.

1994 #6 December

14

Rollie Mercier

The author built a cross-shaped caboose out of two A.F. cabooses, placed it on an A.F. crossing. He tells the story of how he was the auctioneer at the 1982 NASG Convention, and how and why Len bid on and won the contraption. Includes a photo of Len holding the work.

2011 #1 February

15

John Eichmann

Photos of "Lookout Junction" that will be at this year's national convention. Includes the layout's track plan.

2008 #5 October

9

Jeff Madden

A detailed report with photos of the 2008 NASG Convention. It is followed by pages of photos of attendees, award winners, and the contest models.

2022 #3 May

16

Darby Marriott

An overview of the planned activities at this year's NASG Convention.

2016 #5 September

23

unaccredited

A description of this special clinic at the 2016 NASG Convention. Also includes other clinics that were offered, information about the Greeley's contest, and a couple more photos taken at the event.

2016 #6 November

24

Ken Zieska

Having conducted the make-and-take clinic at the 2016 NASG Convention, the author shares his experience watching 18 people being guided in building a structure kit right there at the show. Includes several photos taken at the clinic.

1994 #5 October

13

The 1994 award went to Tom Hodgson of American Hi-Rail, primarily for his steam and diesel conversion shells.

2016 #5 September

42

Alan Smith

The club set up their layout at the NMRA's 2016 National Train Show in Indianapolis, Indiana.

2017 #1 January

36

Ray Garbee

The author shares photos of the club's set-up at the 2016 NMRA Division 7 train show.

2015 #1 January

19

Jeff Madden

The author reports on the 2014 Fall S Fest and the all-scales Trainfest in Milwaukee.

1985 #3 Summer

12

Ken Zieska

At the 1985 NMRA Convention, S-scale was well-represented by the largest layout at the convention. Photos accompany this brief article.

2012 #6 December

17

Jeff Madden

Photos taken at the show, as well as at local layouts that were open for tours.

2018 #5 September

19

Dick Karnes

A quick review of the contest entries, with plenty of photos. More photos are found starting on page 45 of the PDF version.

1996 #2 April

20

Nancy Held

The author describes all the plans that the 1996 NASG Convention will have for the ladies.

2008 #2 April

8

unaccredited

More information about the 2008 NASG Convention in Lowell, MA, covering all the layouts open, and clinics. Includes several layout photos.

2016 #4 July

23

Monte Heppe

The author briefly reports on what the Coastal Carolina Trainfest is all about and how he promoted S-scale at the event. Includes one photo of the author's set-up.

2016 #6 November

6

Monte Heppe

The author reflects on what makes NASG Conventions so great.

2017 #1 January

2

Monte Heppe

The author talks about the T-Trak modules at the NASG Conventions, consider writing an article about your layout for the Dispatch, and he shares a photo of a Harbor Master's office diorama.

2017 #4 July

2

Monte Heppe

The author reports on the Trainfest show in North Carolina, for which his club is a sponsoring member. He also covers products created by British company Deluxe Materials.

2017 #6 November

2

Monte Heppe

The author briefly describes his visit to the 2017 NASG Convention, and what the NASG BOT is planning on doing.

2018 #3 May

2

Monte Heppe

The author reports on the World's Greatest Hobby show in Charlotte, North Carolina.

2018 #5 September

18

Monte Heppe

The author reviews the 2018 NASG Convention. Includes some photos.

2002 #2 April

8

unaccredited

Events schedule for the 2002 NASG Convention, and tour descriptions. Includes several photos of layouts that are open during the Convention.

2003 #5 October

9

Jeff Madden

Thorough review of the event, with lots of photos of people and models.

2004 #5 October

9

Jeff Madden

A report of the events that took place at the 2004 NASG Convention. Includes many photos.

2005 #5 October

9

Jeff Madden

A review of all the activities that took place at the Convention, followed by many pages of photos of models, layouts, and people.

2006 #5 October

8

Jeff Madden

A full report of the 2006 NASG Convention held in Pontiac, Michigan.

2007 #1 February

8

unaccredited

Core information about the upcoming 2007 NASG Convention in Baltimore, MD.

2007 #2 April

8

unaccredited

More details about the upcoming 2007 NASG Convention in Baltimore, MD.

2007 #3 June

8

unaccredited

More details about the upcoming 2007 NASG Convention in Baltimore, MD, including a history behind the club organizing the event, and the decision as to why the convention car was chosen.

2007 #5 October

18

Bob Werre

Photos of some of the contest models found at the 2007 NASG Convention in Baltimore, MD.

2007 #5 October

9

Jeff Madden

A detailed report about the 2007 NASG Convention in Baltimore, MD.

2008 #3 June

8

unaccredited

More information about the 2008 NASG Convention in Lowell, MA, covering all the layouts open, and clinics. Includes several layout photos.

2011 #6 December

22

Dave Blum

Introductions to the 2012 NASG Convention in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

2012 #1 February

27

Dave Blum

Covers the Convention car, area dining, the special Flyer contest, and the tentative schedule.

2012 #2 April

4

Dave Blum

Covers the area sightings at the upcoming Convention, as well as a number of updates.

2012 #3 June

14

Dave Blum

Layouts one can visit on the way to or from the Convention.

2013 #1 February

8

Jamie Bothwell

Introductory information about the 2013 NASG Convention in Scranton, PA.

2015 #4 July

11

Dave Blum

More details on clinics and the schedule for the upcoming Convention.

2016 #2 March

9

unaccredited

Detailed information about the upcoming 2016 NASG Convention. Includes photos of the hotel, the two Convention cars, and a description of the extra-fare tours.

2016 #3 May

21

Dan Navarre & Gaylord Gill

More details about the upcoming Convention, with photos of local layouts.

2016 #4 July

14

Gaylord Gill

More details about the upcoming Convention, covering local layouts, model contests, clinics, registration, the hotel, and the event's schedule.

2020 #1 January

11

Information about the planned 2020 NASG Convention.

2020 #2 March

12

Ken Zieska

The author announces the planned 2020 NASG Convention (which was canceled later in the year due to government lockdowns).

2010 #2 April

8

Walt Jopke

Many details about the upcoming 2010 NASG Convention, including Tony Koester as the special banquet speaker.

2018 #5 September

26

Bill Pyper

A brief listing of the awards won at this year's NASG Convention.

1996 #5 October

10

Jeff Madden

Photos, contest winners, and a summary of the 1996 NASG Convention in Dearborn, Michigan.

1997 #5 October

8

Jeff Madden

Photos and a report of the 1997 NASG Convention in Denver, CO.

2023 #5 September

16

Stephen Law

The author shares photos and his information from attending the 2023 NASG Convention in Harrisburg, PA.

1995 #5 October

9

Jeff Madden

The author describes the events at the Convention. Includes many photos taken at the event.

2022 #5 September

29

Daniel Dawdy & Jay Mellon

The first review of the 2022 NASG Convention held in Buffalo, NY.

1997 #5 October

36

unaccredited

A report of what happened at the general membership meeting at the 1997 NASG Convention.

1979 #4 December

3

Jim Kindraka

The author reports on the NASG booth at the Fall S Fest in Chicago.

2008 #5 October

34

Gerry Evans

A report and a few photos of the NASG's booth at the NTS in 2008.

2018 #6 November

2

Will Holt

At the NTS show put on with the NMRA, the NASG had a booth at the August 2018 show.

2017 #6 November

38

Will Holt

Reporting on the first merged show, covering S- and O-scale modeling in the Midwest. Includes three photos.

2017 #6 November

39

Jeff Madden

Another report on the first merged show, covering S- and O-scale modeling in the Midwest. Includes three photos.

2016 #4 July

19

Greg Klein

A report of the NASG booths at the WGH shows attended in 2016. The article concludes with a strong negative comment about perceived support for the NASG booths.

2017 #5 September

15

Greg Klein

The NASG booth at the WGH show, sharing a couple of photos from recent shows.

1997 #5 October

36

unaccredited

A report of what happened at the BOT meeting at the 1997 NASG Convention.

2017 #5 September

22

Jeff Madden

Notes about the 2017 NASG BOT meeting. The rest of this article is really a continuation of the report started on page 17.

2022 #1 January

15

John Myers

The NASG Convention Chairman notes that the NASG doesn't have future Conventions scheduled yet, and is looking for sponsoring groups.

2000 #5 October

8

Jeff Madden

A listing of the model contest winners of the 2000 NASG Convention. Includes photos of Dick Karnes and his best-of-show model. Photos of the various models start on page 14.

1999 #5 October

8

Steve Monson

Contest results, and a detailed description of the models, from the 1999 NASG Convention, including some photos.

1981 #4 July

1

Geoffrey M. Graeber, MD

The editor shares several photos of models taken at the 1981 NASG Convention. More photos are included on the last page.

1980 #4 August

1

Chuck Porter

The author gives a concise report on all the activities that happened during this year's NASG Convention in Milwaukee.

1981 #4 July

9

John W. Steinbach

A report submitted by the secretary of the club sponsoring the Convention. Fundimensions was there promoting their new products under the Lionel brand name.

2024 #5 September

14

Jeff Madden & Bruce Carter

Attendees' reports of the 2024 NASG Convention held in Harrisburg, PA.

2021 #1 January

29

Jim Martin

Information about the planned upcoming 2021 NASG Convention (which was eventually postponed to 2022).

1996 #3 June

8

The times and events taking place at the 1996 NASG Convention.

2000 #3 June

10

unaccredited

2015 #4 July

26

Greg Klein

The author reports on the NASG booths at the various World's Greatest Hobby shows.

1990 #4 August

17

Kent Singer

A listing of all the winners, and photos of the models taken at the 1990 NASG Convention.

1992 #5 October

10

Kent Singer

A listing and photos of the contest winners at the 1992 NASG Convention.

1993 #5 October

6

Kent Singer

A listing of the 1993 NASG Convention's contest winners, with photos of the models.

1994 #5 October

6

A listing of the contest winners at the 1994 NASG Convention.

1995 #5 October

9

The results of the model contests at the 1995 NASG Convention. Photos of the models are shown on the subsequent pages.

2012 #5 October

8

unaccredited

A listing of all the model contest winners at the 2012 NASG Convention.

2017 #5 September

20

Dick Karnes

A description of the contests, and photos of the winning models.

2019 #6 November

18

Dick Karnes

The NASG's Contest Chairman announces the changes made to the contest rules applicable to the contests held at the NASG Conventions.

2013 #5 October

15

Monte Heppe

The author starts a series about how the model contests has held, conducting, and how to enter into these contests at the annual NASG Conventions.

2007 #5 October

16

Don Thompson

The author reports on the NASG booth's set up and S-scale layouts at the NMRA show. An additional report by Earl Carlsen reports about the same show from the Southeastern Michigan S Gaugers club's perspective.

2003 #5 October

28

Gil Hulin

The author is spear-heading the Puget Sound 2004 regional convention. This article covers the details. (Hindsight being 20/20, the convention was not a financial success, so this was the one and only regional convention the NASG ever participated in).

2003 #3 June

16

Jeff Madden

A page of photos of new products taken at the 2003 Spring S Spree.

1988 #4 October

8

Dick Karnes

The author reports on his visit to the 1988 NASG Convention. Includes several photos, including most of the contest winners' models.

2014 #1 February

27

Andy Malette & Jim Martin

The authors cover the local shows that The S Scale Workshop members attend, and how they help the effort of spreading the news of S-scale modeling in Canada. Includes some photos of show attendees.

1999 #1 February

23

Rick Smith

Detailed information about the 1999 Spring S-Spree, the first one being hosted by the Miami Valley S Gaugers.

1989 #5 October

22

Bill Wade

The 1990 NASG Convention will have an opportunity to expose non-S modelers to our scale, or so the author speculates.

2022 #1 January

7

unaccredited

The Model Railroad Resource announced that they could no longer continue to sponsor The Indianapolis O & S Scale Midwest Show due to significantly-increased venue costs.

2007 #2 April

10

Gerry Evans

The author reports about the activities at the show, and shares a few photos.

2002 #3 June

18

Bob Werre

The author shows how he packs his equipment for train shows.

2012 #1 February

5

Jeff Madden

The author revisits the merit of joint NMRA/NASG conventions vs. stand-alone ones, making arguments for both.

2002 #1 February

14

Bill Fraley

The author held two clinics at the 2001 NASG Convention about building this older kits. Wally Collins started this effort upon finding 80 kits in his basements. The article includes some tips the author gave at the clinics about building these 1950s-vintage kits. Includes several model photos in the author's collection.

1990 #4 August

12

Bob Jackson

Photos, with captions, taken at the 1990 Convention.

1990 #1 January

5

All the details about the 1990 joint NMRA/NASG Convention in Pittsburgh, PA, including the schedule, a Pittsburgh map, clinics, layout tours, and prototype activities.

1993 #6 December

10

A brief introduction to the 1994 NASG Convention.

1986 #2 Spring

2

Ed Loizeaux

The various ways in which the non-S organizations and magazines are acknowledging S-scale efforts, and new companies and products that are flowing into S-scale.

1990 #4 August

4

Michael Ferraro

The NASG President introduces the new Dispatch editor, and thanks all those involved in the leadership of the 1990 NASG Convention.

2019 #4 July

2

Will Holt

Encouraging members to attend the 2019 NASG Convention. Recruiting people for the NASG committees.

2019 #5 September

2

Will Holt

Trying to gather statistics at train shows.

2021 #4 July

5

Will Holt

Train shows are resuming after the government lockdowns.

1979 #3 October

3

Dick Cataldi

The author reports on the joint NASG/NMRA Convention.

1980 #4 August

5

Dick Cataldi

Briefly stating what he encountered at the NASG Convention, including a conversation with Model Railroader magazine editor Russ Larson, who attended his third NASG Convention. He concluded that, although AF was found at the Convention, most people there were not primarily into AF. He also reported that there were no new major product announcements at the show, and that very few modelers brought models to show. He also commented on the rising cost of attending NASG Conventions.

1979 #3 October

1

Rollie Mercier

The author reports on the joint NASG/NMRA Convention.

2006 #6 December

13

Jeff Madden

A quick review of the Fall S Fest and the Indianapolis S Show.

1984 #1 Winter

12

Lee McCarty

An update on the information for the upcoming 1984 NASG Convention.

2004 #5 October

13

various authors

Various brief reports about the first (and only) regional NASG convention. Only 43 people registered, but there were lots of activities. Also includes a report from the NMRA's National Train Show and the S-scale vendors that were there.

2017 #2 March

34

John Eichmann

The club is preparing their layout for display at the 2019 NMRA National Train Show in Utah.

2019 #2 March

37

unaccredited

(only available in the online version) Photos of the club's January 2019 public library show.

2005 #1 February

8

Dick Karnes

Some information about what goes on at an NASG Convention, and detailed information about the upcoming 2005 one. Includes photos of nearby activities.

2005 #2 April

8

unaccredited

A listing of the tours available during the 2005 NASG Convention.

1984 #4 Fall

4

Tom Hawley

The 1984 NMRA convention in Kansas City had an S-scale layout set up by modules from the Heartland S Rails (Kansas City S Gaugers) and three modules brought by members of the Southeastern Michigan S Gaugers. The article continues with proposing plans for setting up the modular layout at the 1985 NMRA show.

2014 #1 February

21

Jeff Madden

The author describes and shares photos of the Trainfest in Milwaukee, Wisconsin held in November 2013.

2005 #6 December

12

unaccredited

A brief review of the Indianapolis S Show and the Fall S Fest (includes several photos), and a preview of the O Scale & S West and the Spring S Spree shows.

2014 #5 October

9

various authors

Photos of the NASG booth at the NMRA annual show, and Rocky Mountain Hirailers club's layout at a local show.

2010 #2 April

16

various authors

A few photos of the layouts open at the 2010 NASG Convention, and from the Sn3 Symposium in Houston, Texas.

2025 #1 January

14

Charles Malinowski

The author took his "MR2GO" portable layout to the Annual S/O Scale Meet at the Danville Indiana NMRA show. Includes photos of his set-up and of other S offerings at the show.

1989 #2 April

14

Bob Werre

A couple of photos of the Houston S Gaugers' modular club layout under construction.

2022 #4 July

20

various authors

Reports and photos from the 2022 S Spree, and the O/S West shows.

2001 #3 June

12

Alan Evans

A review of the event in Columbus, Ohio. Includes several photos.

1990 #4 August

9

Don DeWitt

The author reports the results of building a 7,200 sqft modular S-scale layout at the Convention. Also included are a full-page drawing of the final track plan, and a full-page photo during set-up.

1990 #2 April

5

Don DeWitt

The author shares his detailed plan for the 80'x120' S-scale modular layout planned for the 1990 joint NMRA/NASG Convention. He also requests that attendees help with set-up and promotion. Includes a full-page track plan of the layout.

2010 #5 October

17

Jeff Madden

Many photos taken during the 2010 NASG Convention.

2010 #3 June

16

Jeff Madden

Photos taken at this year's Spree.

1998 #6 December

23

John Eichmann

Gil Hulin, Ernie Horr, and Jess Bennett put together the Western Regional S Convention, September 17-19, in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. 59 people registered.

1985 #3 Summer

6

Lee Johnson

A review of all the activities that took place the NASG Convention.

1999 #6 December

18

unaccredited

Detailed information about the layouts open during the 2000 NASG Convention. Includes several photos.

2000 #3 June

22

Jeff Madden

The author attends the Spring S Spree in Strongsville, Ohio, put on by the Cuyahoga Valley S Gauge Association. Includes several photos of Randy Sappo's structures, Josh Seltzer and his layout, and Jim Zborowski's layout.

2019 #5 September

25

unaccredited

A few more random photos taken at the 2019 NASG Convention. More can be found on page 42 of the PDF version.

2015 #4 July

5

Dave Blum

A couple of photos of the area where the upcoming NASG Convention is to be held.

2011 #5 October

18

David Heine

The author reports on the 31st National Narrow Gauge Convention which was held in Hickory, North Carolina on September 7-10, 2011. Includes a few photos of S-related items at the show.

2006 #3 June

8

unaccredited

Information about the upcoming NASG Convention, and a history of the Southeastern Michigan S Gaugers club. There is also a detailed listing of the layouts that will be open on the tours, clinics, and a daily schedule.

2005 #3 June

19

Thomas C. Hartrum

A review of the event and a few photos.

2013 #3 June

30

Terry Stone & Jeff Madden

This is a brief review of the show, held at the Quaker Square, which is an old grain silo converted into a hotel. Includes several photos taken at the show.

1994 #3 June

26

Alan Evans

Photos and some notes about the activities at the event held in Columbus, Ohio.

2007 #3 June

20

Jeff Madden

A full report of the event, including several photos of attendees, layouts, and models.

2021 #4 July

14

James McAuliffe & Jeff Madden

Photos and a review of the 2021 Spring Spree held in Marion, Ohio.

2009 #5 October

8

Jeff Madden

The author describes all aspects of the convention held from August 4 to 8, 2009 in St. Louis. There were just under 200 in attendance, but there was lots of interesting things to do. Includes photos of those in attendance, layouts on the tour, and clinics held.

1999 #6 December

10

Jeff Madden

A review of the show, and several pages of photos taken at the event.

2007 #6 December

8

Moe Berk

The author reports on what happened at the show. Includes many photos.

1997 #2 April

23

Robert Sherwood

2013 #5 October

4

Jeff Madden

In addition to the usual reporting about the 2013 NASG Convention, the author also reports on the awards and the general meetings. There are a lot photos from several people included in this report.

2000 #6 December

13

John Foley

More details about the 2001 NASG Convention.

2013 #3 June

8

Jamie Bothwell

More details about the 2013 NASG Convention in Scranton, PA.

2013 #2 April

8

Jamie Bothwell

More details about the upcoming Convention.

2013 #5 October

16

various authors

Photos of the winners of contests at the 2013 NASG Convention. More photos are found on page 20 and 21.

2001 #1 February

30

unaccredited

More details about the 2001 NASG Convention.

2001 #2 April

10

unaccredited

More details about the 2001 NASG Convention. Includes prototype and layout photos of those who are to be on the tours.

2001 #3 June

10

unaccredited

More details about the 2001 NASG Convention. Includes prototype and layout photos of those who are to be on the tours.

2009 #6 December

22

David Heine

This article is a brief review of the 2009 National Narrow Gauge Convention in Colorado Springs, CO.

2010 #2 April

21

David Heine

A review of the 25th Sn3 Symposium, held February 24-27 in Houston, Texas.

2018 #6 November

28

Jack Ruth

Photos and a description of the Atlantic Coast S Gaugers - Carolinas Division's Super Eight portable layout.

2021 #5 September

26

James McAuliffe

The author describes the two shows that he attended with his S-scale T-Trak modules, promoting both S-scale model railroading and the NASG to an audience mostly interested in farm modeling.

2008 #3 June

27

Jeff Madden

A preview of what can be expected at this year's Fall S Fest.

2007 #6 December

18

John Aaron

The South Jersey S Gaugers moved into a mall with three layouts and were open for ten months. This is their story about building layouts in 7,000sqft of space! Includes several photos of their layouts.

1990 #5 October

11

Pete Mihelich

An American Flyer enthusiast reports on going to his first narrow-gauge convention in his home town. Includes photos he took at the show.

1995 #6 December

31

David Heine

After the author introduces himself, he reports on the 1995 National Narrow Gauge Convention held in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. S-scale was well represented in the model contests at the convention.

2002 #2 April

18

Gerry Evans

A review of the 2002 Sn3 Symposium held in Scottsdale, Arizona.

2002 #5 October

23

David Heine

The author reports on the 2002 National Narrow Gauge convention in Providence, Rhode Island.

2003 #2 April

20

Jeff Madden

A report about the NASG's booth at the Sn3 Symposium in St. Louis.

1981 #1 February

5

Walt Danylak

Information about the year's upcoming NASG Convention in Syracuse, NY.

1981 #2 April

3

unaccredited

Much of this issue is devoted to providing details about the 1981 Convention.

1991 #5 October

14

Kent Singer

A listing of all the contest winners, and lots of photos.

2006 #1 February

8

unaccredited

Information about the upcoming NASG Convention, including tours, layouts, clinics, the Convention Car, spouse programs, area attractions, and off-site events. Includes model and prototype photos.

2020 #1 January

25

Will Holt

A report of the Indianapolis O & S Scale Midwest Show held in September 2019.

1990 #6 December

19

Detailed information about the 1991 NASG Convention in Syracuse, NY.

2019 #2 March

35

unaccredited

(only available in the online version) Photos of the club's January 2019 mall show.

1995 #6 December

6

Cliff Saxton

A description of the show, some photos taken at the event, and a note from editor Jeff Madden on his attending of the event.

2009 #6 December

12

Bill Fraley

This annual event made the author reflect on the first one he attended and some of the highlights over the years. Includes photos of significant events at some of the shows.

1992 #5 October

7

Bob Jackson

A detailed report about the 1992 NASG Convention, including many of the "people" photos.

2017 #3 May

22

Bill Pyper

A report of Dick Kramer attending the Railroad Hobby Show presented by the Amherst Railway Society and manning a table for the NASG. The Pioneer Valley S-Gaugers changes the club's name.

2019 #4 July

2

Bill Pyper

Things to do while at the 2019 NASG Convention.

2015 #4 July

10

Jeff Madden

The author recalls the 1972 NASG Convention (first one held in Kansas City), the 1973-1976 ones, and the 1989 one (the second one held in Kansas City). He then offers ideas for future Convention locations.

2003 #1 February

8

Jeff Madden

This article covers the information about the upcoming 2003 NASG Convention in Oconomowoc, WI. Includes prototype photos of area activities, and model photos of layouts open for tours.

2003 #2 April

8

Jeff Madden

This article covers the planned schedule for the 2003 NASG Convention.

2014 #1 February

4

Steve Lunde & Roy Meissner

More details about the 2014 NASG Convention.

1986 #4 Fall

19

David Held

The committee's report on the success of the 1986 NASG Convention.

1986 #3 Summer

12

Jim Kindraka

The author reviews the hotel, restaurants, the largest (to date) S-scale modular layout setup, the various typical Convention activities, vendor room review, the bus trip to the Huckleberry Railroad and Old World Village, and the banquet, awards, and auction. The article includes many photos.

1986 #3 Summer

18

Annette Navarre

A review of the ladies' activities at the Convention for the 34 ladies that attended.

1986 #3 Summer

9

Kent Singer

Contest winners during the 1986 NASG Convention. Includes photos and descriptions of many of the models.

1997 #6 December

23

unaccredited

Several pages of information about the 1998 NASG Convention.

1998 #1 February

19

unaccredited

Several pages of information about the 1998 NASG Convention.

1998 #2 April

23

unaccredited

Several pages of information about the 1998 NASG Convention.

1991 #5 October

6

Bob Jackson

A report of the NASG's booth at the 1991 NMRA convention in Denver, Colorado. Also covered were the other S-scale activities at the show.

1979 #1 June

3

J.A. Lorenzen

Introduction and information about the joint NMRA/NASG Convention.

2010 #1 February

12

Jerry Poniatowski

An overview of the new location for this annual show.

2024 #4 July

27

Jim Martin

The article contains an overview and some photos of the club's layout at the April 2024 show.

2005 #2 April

20

Gerry Evans

The author reviews the 2005 Sn3 Symposium. Includes several photos.

2005 #5 October

24

David Heine

The author and his wife manned the NASG booth at the 25th National Narrow Gauge Convention in Dearborn, Michigan. He offers a complete review of the show, from an S-scale perspective. Includes several photos.

2006 #6 December

18

David Heine

The author reports on the 2006 National Narrow Gauge Convention in Durango, Colorado. Includes two photos.

2007 #5 October

26

David Heine

The author reports on the 2007 National Narrow Gauge Convention held in Portland, Maine, including which new S-scale products were available from the various vendors. Includes several model and prototype photos.

2008 #2 April

20

David Heine

The author reviews his attendance of the Sn3 Symposium held in February in St. Louis. There were 10 S/Sn3 layouts open for tours. Includes several photos.

2008 #6 December

16

David Heine

The author reports about the 2008 National Narrow Gauge Convention in Portland, Oregon. Includes several photos taken at the event.

2009 #1 February

20

David Heine

A basics article on "scale" vs. "gauge", what is narrow-gauge, how and where the various narrow gauges were used, and the history of narrow-gauge prototype railroads.

2009 #2 April

18

David Heine

This article is a review of the 24th Sn3 Symposium held in Clearwater, Florida from February 25th to the 28th. Photos of some of the narrow and standard gauge layouts that were open during the show are included.

2010 #5 October

22

David Heine

Overview of the 30th National Narrow Gauge Convention held in the St. Louis area on September 1st through 4th, 2010. Includes photos of Sn3 and Sn2 layouts and modules.

2007 #5 October

24

Bill Fraley

A report on the clinic/meeting that was held for members of the Yahoo! Groups S-scale discussion list.

1998 #6 December

14

John Eichmann

The author requested information from various clubs to find out if they charged show organizers for the display of their club's layout, and how they determined the dollar amount. He shares his findings in this article.

1995 #1 February

18

Photos and information about what can be seen in the Altoona, PA area, Calvin Flaugh's A.F. layout, and the Cambria & Indiana Railroad, all part of the 1995 NASG Convention events.

2018 #1 January

38

Jeff Madden

The author reports on this multi-scale event that took place in West Allis, Michigan. The Badgerland S Gaugers and the Chicagoland S Gaugers merged their modules to form a large S-scale layout (photos included).

1995 #6 December

20

Dan Navarre

Introduction to the 1996 NASG Convention in Dearborn, Michigan.

1993 #5 October

14

Moe Berk

A detailed report about what happened at the 1993 NASG Convention.

2018 #5 September

23

Jay Mellon

The author provides his usual review of which vendors were at this year's NASG Convention, including a couple photos.

2019 #5 September

26

Jay Mellon

Jay offers his usual review of what he found in the 2019 NASG Convention's vendor hall.

2016 #5 September

26

Jay Mellon

Jay reports on the vendors at the Convention, and what they had to offer.

2017 #5 September

24

Jay Mellon

A report of the vendors at the NASG Convention, along with photos of several of them or their products.

2014 #5 October

18

Jay Mellon

The author reports on the vendors at the 2014 NASG Convention.

2013 #5 October

10

Jay Mellon

Jay presents his now annual report on what he saw in the vendors' hall at the 2013 NASG Convention. He also gives his perspective on the rest of the Convention, including the clinics he attended.

2015 #5 September

19

Jay Mellon

The author reports about the various vendors he saw at the 2015 NASG Convention.

2015 #5 September

14

Jeff Madden

A report and photos of the 2015 NASG Convention, including contest winners, award winners,

2015 #3 May

5

Dave Blum

More details and photos related to the upcoming 2015 NASG Convention in Kansas City, Missouri, including details about clinics, the schedule, and several photos.

1990 #3 June

17

R. James Whipple

The event coordinator covers all the planned activities for the 1990 joint NMRA/NASG Convention in Pittsburgh.

2017 #1 January

38

Dan Malkiewicz & Gregg Mummert

The authors share photos of the club's set-up at the 2016 Toy Train Operating Society Niagra Frontier Division show in Cheektowaga, New York.

1994 #6 December

6

Jeff Madden

A Flyer Fest is not a conventional train show, but rather a gathering of people at a host's home, where hundreds of feet of A.F. and A.F.-compatible track is placed on the floor with trains operating. The article includes many photos from the 1993 event. The article describes the history of the event. The track plan of the 1993 event is included (two pages), which was held at Mike Schafer's house.

2022 #2 March

26

Dick Karnes

Part of the NASG annual contests includes "conformity", which the chairman of the Content committee describes in this article.

2009 #3 June

8

unaccredited

Layout tours and railfan locations for the 2009 NASG Convention in St. Louis.

2018 #3 May

36

Don Hand

A few photos of the NASG booth at the 2018 WGH show.

2010 #6 December

10

Jeff Madden

Jeff conducts an interview with Ed Loizeaux about the 2011 convention. Convention photos are found on page 15.