My first Cal Stewart was in 1997 in Pasadena. Ward Kimball and Neil Young were amoung the attendees. Nobody made a big deal about them being there and it was cool to see them there just enjoying the trains and visiting.
Those days aren't coming back, sad to say. I was told by a wise person long ago that sometimes organizations or events fullfill their intended purpose and then it's time to let them go. New things will emerge in their place as sure as Spring follows Winter.
Steve, as always, wonderful job on presenting the displays with seldom seen trains and I thank you for sharing them with us.
John