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The first Discover Live Steam convention will be  was  held at:

Mill Creek Central Railroad
July 29 - Aug. 1 (Thurs - Sunday).     

Instructional Video:  Understanding the Mill Creek Signal System
 

Who's Invited?

If you are into large scale "ride-able" model railroading you are welcome to attend.  You do not need to bring equipment.  7.5" gauge IBLS standards please.  If you're new to the hobby, this will be a GREAT place to find out about us.  Sorry, the general public will not be invited to this event.  There is only limited space so register early.

Cost to attend

There will be a $20 Registration Fee (to help offset the cost of meet) and will be for each vehicle (auto, truck, etc) and will cover all 4 days.  Late registration is $25 $20.  Cancellations: The registration fee is refundable within 30 days. After that, a 10% processing fee will apply. In addition to the registration fee, a $5.00 per person admission will also be charged payable on arrival.

Why do we need to pay for this event?  We are very glad that there are tracks that are willing to host our conventions. If we are going to impose on our host track by asking them to sponsor one of our conventions, then it's only fair that we try to reduce their out-of-pocket-expenses to host us.  Expenses like port-a-potties and electricity and garbage can liners and trash removal, etc.  AND, if we're lucky, we may have enough left over, after the bills are paid, to make a small thank-you present for out host track.  Wouldn't that be the right thing to do?   Don't forget, an early registration will get you the official DLS convention tee shirt.

Food

We have made arrangements with the local Boy Scout Troup to provide food service for this event. We will post details as we know them.  BBQ grills are always welcome.  Unofficial "Pot Luck" dinners may "spontaneously happen", you can never tell about those things.  There are several restaurants and fast food establishments with in several miles of the track too.

Vendors

I'm inviting all Diesel, Steam and related vendors to come join us at the convention.   Several have written so far to say they will attend.  Look for the following vendors to attend (so far)...

  • Little Engines
  • Locoparts
  • Mr-Motion
  • Live Steam and Outdoor Railroading Magazine.
  • Ridge Locomotive Works
  • Godshall Custom Machining
  • Tom Bee Trucks
  • Plum Cove Studios
  • TheRailChannel.com
  • Cocolamus Creek Trolley Company
  • Mountain Car Company
  • Solidesign and Wright Rail & Machine Works
  • Stephenson Machine Industries
  • Flashers R Us
  • Precision Steel Car
  • Live Steam Locomotives
  • Bryte Rails
  • NGT Models
  • The Machinery Works, LC

 

Seminars?

  • "Getting the maximum life out of your boiler" by Marty Knox.
  • Article submission tips from Live Steam and Outdoor Railroading Magazine.
  • Laying out the stack, blast pipe nozzle on your live steamer and related topics.

Hotels  (It's strongly suggested you make reservations early)

  • Coshocton Village Inn & Suites 740-622-9455 
                         (you must call to get the group rate, ask for the Mill Creek Central Railroad rate)
    King suites (king bed + pull out sofa): $96,  Double (2 queen beds): $86.
  • Super 8 Motel 740-622-8899 $70
  • Roscoe Motor Inn 740-622-8736 $58
  • Country Squire Inn & Suites  call for convention rates 740-622-9823

Camping

Other things to do

DLS Convention DVD click here