| The Pacific Model Loggers’ Congress is a one-day gathering of authors, historians, photographers, loggers, model railroad enthusiasts and other persons who share an interest in logging in general, and Pacific Northwest-style logging in particular. Look at it as a one-day convention that’s easy on your precious leisure time and money.
We’ve scheduled a full day of special speakers, clinics, a model contest and dealer sales area. Here's the tentative rundown on the days activities, subject to revisions, adjustments and timing changes as needed:
9AM Open the doors
9:30 Welcome remarks
10:00 Alfred Mullett - Vintage photos and details about the new Sumpter Valley Railway Book
11:00 Steve Hauff - Logging Diesels in the Woods
12:15 Lunch Break
1:30 Scott Barrett - Vintage Video of Weyerhaeuser and Chehalis Western operations
2:30 Model Contest
2:45 John Cummings - Diamond and Clador
4:00 Jim Sabol - Vintage 16mm film of Rayonier / Hoquiam, Oregon-American / Vernonia and Kilcket / Goldendale steam logging opertions
5:00 Awards - Closing Ceremonies
MODEL CONTEST NEWS!
Starting this year, not only are we giving away our usual First Place award plaques, we'll also be giving out Second Place plaques and Third Place certificates to contest winners. Our award plaques are cedar, with classy laser etching by Rich Shepard of RS Laser Kits, and you receive the plaque the day of the event.
Our model contest includes individual models and dioramas, and this year we’re continuing a new
“Mini Diorama” contest class.
The day promises to be a round table bull session on all subjects involving the Northwest wood products industry, including its history, preservation, and modeling-related material.
LIGHTS! CAMERA! We've made significant improvements to the room and
contest model lighting in the Camp 18 event room, so the dimly-lit
contest area is a thing of the past. You'll almost need sunglasses
from now on.
Admission is $15 per person at the door. There is no pre-registration.
Dealers: Space is very limited, so reserve a table or half-table early by calling Lon Wall at (503) 434-1648. All vending is strictly limited to logging-related items, and will be available on a first-reserved, first-served basis.
For general information, phone Lon Wall, (503) 434-1648, or Jeff Johnston, (541) 485-8203.
E-mail us with questions or for more info.
Meals are available at the Camp 18 Restaurant, and they’re darn good, too! Breakfast starts around 7 am and is served until 2 pm, lunch starts at 11 am, and dinner selections are served starting at 5 pm. Be sure to check out the famous Camp 18 cinnamon rolls – they’re huge and delicious! |
