The countdown is over. 1 day till YORK week.

Awesome...can’t wait!

York tickets on order and 611 tickets in hand. Just need the hotel and reservations at my favorite restaurant.

Looking forward to seeing Jim Robinson and meeting Marty in hoping for positive recoveries for both.

Can’t wait....coming down for my first York. Airline tickets and hotel booked! Now I can finally book my York tickets online. 

Let me know in 90 days, right now I don't care.

Dave

C’mon, Dave!  You know you’re excited!  I’ve been planning since I got home after April’s Meet. Brought home our badges and making the the travel arrangements.

Looking forward to walking those aisles and visiting all the vendors and seeing friends and meeting new ones. 

eddie g posted:

York dates changed?   So what are they changed too???? What are you talking about here????? The York dates are Oct 17th, 18th & 19th.

Sorry Eddie, I was trying to be a comedian. I’ll delete my post. 

only another week before the complaints  begin about the hallmark Christmas ornaments being released

rat

oh, time to register

https://www.yorkregistration.org/

rat

My York badge arrived today!  Have hotel lined up, just need to make plane reservations.

Harold

Plane reservations made this past weekend for October.  SBA  -->>>>>  BWI.

Strasburg event tix in the folder as well as the early-bird registration tag from the April Meet.

York number twenty-eight -- all from way out on The Coast.

Well Eddie, seeing your topic, I registered.  Hopefully nothing will come up to keep me away.  After missing the last two meets, I am hoping to get there in October.  

Renewed membership.  Will register in the next week.  Hotels covered.  Like Harold, I need to arrange flights.  Hopefully nice fall weather in the 60's with plenty of sunshine.

I can almost smell the scrapple and funnel cakes!

Is it time to start doing back flips in the halls again? One can only hope so. I actually had to get my TCA membership receipt sent over to prove it was up to date. I called the following day after the email to make sure things were going smoothly. All parties were extremely courteous to making sure everything was A-okay.

I am looking very forward to this as I have a shorter list than usual. I think last October my list was freelance, but I had somethings in mind. Naturally, see what comes.

@Mark Boyce hope things stay clear so you can make it. Hopefully I won't talk too much, lol. I know last October I really was chatting up everything, I even got to talk to Mike Reagan for a while.

I am ready to buy stuff like crazy!  And party hearty with my friends!

😎

Harold

I've got my ticket and am ready to go. But guys, when you plan travel this year, you've got to include OGR's 50th birthday party at the NJ HiRailers the Sunday after York. 

Eddie, you're going to pass right by, so simply plan on an extra day. Brian and Lynley, you should come also. We promise it won't snow (remember that white stuff). The more the merrier. It's going to be a party! 

Gerry 

I've never been to York but have heard many wax poetically about it over the years.  Not this year, but I will have to go in 2020.

We'll have a drink for you Kevin. Hopefully I get in both April and October next year. I'm stoked, got a full head of steam, pistons are pumping, coal is fully loaded. Haha.

Dave NYC Hudson PRR K4 posted:

Is it time to start doing back flips in the halls again? One can only hope so. I actually had to get my TCA membership receipt sent over to prove it was up to date. I called the following day after the email to make sure things were going smoothly. All parties were extremely courteous to making sure everything was A-okay.

I am looking very forward to this as I have a shorter list than usual. I think last October my list was freelance, but I had somethings in mind. Naturally, see what comes.

@Mark Boyce hope things stay clear so you can make it. Hopefully I won't talk too much, lol. I know last October I really was chatting up everything, I even got to talk to Mike Reagan for a while.

Dave , I hope to go and see you again!  I don’t really have anything particular to look for.  The event is worth it even if I don’t buy much.  Chatting is worthy use of the time 

Agreed Mark. I think last October I had quite a bit of fun helping Ed set up for the OGR meeting. Peter popped in a bit late and was telling Ed about someone selling a sealed set I think from 1954 or so, for $20,000 I believe. That blew my mind and Ed's as well. If I can find one of the two locomotives I've missed out on, I'll be happy with just that. Of course I would need to make sure I have enough money for that, gas, and food, lol.

Dave NYC Hudson PRR K4 posted:

Agreed Mark. I think last October I had quite a bit of fun helping Ed set up for the OGR meeting. Peter popped in a bit late and was telling Ed about someone selling a sealed set I think from 1954 or so, for $20,000 I believe. That blew my mind and Ed's as well. If I can find one of the two locomotives I've missed out on, I'll be happy with just that. Of course I would need to make sure I have enough money for that, gas, and food, lol.

Dave........you have a good memory......I had forgotten.......the price was a bit steep....$30,000 for a sealed N&W set from 1957.......

The freight set on top......

Peter

BTW.....it’s great that the LCCA has made the HSL digital archive available to members.....it took me all of 2 minutes to locate this page.

Peter

Putnam Division posted:

Dave NYC Hudson PRR K4 posted:

Agreed Mark. I think last October I had quite a bit of fun helping Ed set up for the OGR meeting. Peter popped in a bit late and was telling Ed about someone selling a sealed set I think from 1954 or so, for $20,000 I believe. That blew my mind and Ed's as well. If I can find one of the two locomotives I've missed out on, I'll be happy with just that. Of course I would need to make sure I have enough money for that, gas, and food, lol.

Dave........you have a good memory......I had forgotten.......the price was a bit steep....$30,000 for a sealed N&W set from 1957.......

The freight set on top......

Peter

BTW.....it’s great that the LCCA has made the HSL digital archive available to members.....it took me all of 2 minutes to locate this page.

Peter

Yeah, that's it. I couldn't remember the price exactly, but knew it was somewhere up there. IIRC, you already had that same set, so no use buying that very expensive one.

gmorlitz posted:

I've got my ticket and am ready to go. But guys, when you plan travel this year, you've got to include OGR's 50th birthday party at the NJ HiRailers the Sunday after York. 

Eddie, you're going to pass right by, so simply plan on an extra day. Brian and Lynley, you should come also. We promise it won't snow (remember that white stuff). The more the merrier. It's going to be a party! 

Gerry 

Absolutely!  Looking forward to a fun packed extended weekend!

-Greg

Amfleet25124 posted:

I've never been to York but have heard many wax poetically about it over the years.  Not this year, but I will have to go in 2020.

Kevin, I have only been there twice; Fall 2017, and Spring 2018.  While many who attended years ago are truthful in saying it isn't quite what it was then; it is far and away more than I have ever seen elsewhere!!  I hope to see you there next year!!

Where's the weather report?

Mark Boyce posted:

it isn't quite what it was then

No, now you can actually walk through the aisles in the Red, Blue, and Silver halls, thanks to the Thursday opening and a few less dealers.

Well Joe, That is a good thing!

Mallard4468 posted:

Where's the weather report?

Partly sunny with partly cloudy moving in with hot and cold on the side. October is a bit away, may want to dig out the Farmer's Almanac to see what it should be like. I know 2017's October was rather warm, like a hot spring without humidity. 2018's October was similar but much cooler in the morning and evening hours. As long as there's no rain, I'll be happy with whatever else pops up.

I’ll be happy even if there is rain as long as I am there!

Mark Boyce posted:

I’ll be happy even if there is rain as long as I am there!

How about rain in the very late PM hours, tapering off in the very early AM with you there?

Dave NYC Hudson PRR K4 posted:

We'll have a drink for you Kevin. Hopefully I get in both April and October next year. I'm stoked, got a full head of steam, pistons are pumping, coal is fully loaded. Haha.

Mark Boyce posted:

Amfleet25124 posted:

I've never been to York but have heard many wax poetically about it over the years.  Not this year, but I will have to go in 2020.

Kevin, I have only been there twice; Fall 2017, and Spring 2018.  While many who attended years ago are truthful in saying it isn't quite what it was then; it is far and away more than I have ever seen elsewhere!!  I hope to see you there next year!!

Sounds good 

Dave NYC Hudson PRR K4 posted:

Mark Boyce posted:

I’ll be happy even if there is rain as long as I am there!

How about rain in the very late PM hours, tapering off in the very early AM with you there?

Works for me, Dave!!  We should put in our order now!!  LOL

Who is our local weatherman? I can't remember who was posting the weather for April, even though I wasn't able to make it, thought it was interesting.

Dave, Do you mean Eddie G, the originator of this biannual topic, or someone who lives in York?

gmorlitz posted:

I've got my ticket and am ready to go. But guys, when you plan travel this year, you've got to include OGR's 50th birthday party at the NJ HiRailers the Sunday after York. 

Eddie, you're going to pass right by, so simply plan on an extra day. Brian and Lynley, you should come also. We promise it won't snow (remember that white stuff). The more the merrier. It's going to be a party! 

Gerry 

Gerry, I saw the notice just before we make our travel arrangements.  We added an extra day so Lynley and I will be there.  See you at York!

Brian, You know how to live!!!    Have a great time at both events!!

I'll be fortunate to get time away to get to York.  The NJ HiRailers would be a great event, but only a pipe-dream for me!  

Mark Boyce posted:

Dave, Do you mean Eddie G, the originator of this biannual topic, or someone who lives in York?

Eddie G lives in a state where the seasons are "almost winter, winter, still winter, and Black Fly season". 

Joe Hohmann posted:

Mark Boyce posted:

Dave, Do you mean Eddie G, the originator of this biannual topic, or someone who lives in York?

Eddie G lives in a state where the seasons are "almost winter, winter, still winter, and Black Fly season". 

It might have been Eddie, heck if I can remember. I usually remember about 90% or better of my day of work, and keep that in my head for weeks. Online stuff sometimes gets eroded away however. Of course, weather reports always change. When I went out to Yellowstone some years back with my sister and her two kids, it was supposed to be a nice spring week(mid May) and we got winter for two days of it. Last two days were summer.

Joe, I have never been to Maine, but that is Similar to what I have heard!  LOL

I figured since we have a bit of time, I would work on my York list of things I am looking into/for. I say it like that, because you may not find what you're looking for. I have 6 things which if I find one, it wipes out the others(engine). See what comes in October, that's for sure.

Getting closer

Is that a smile on your face?

I have a feeling it is going to be a bit different from what we have become accustomed to, over the years.

Moonson posted:

I have a feeling it is going to be a bit different from what we have become accustomed to, over the years.

I agree and have been feeling that way for the last several meets.   However, as long as they keep having York meets and the good Lord allows it, I will continue to attend as I enjoy the social aspect far more than the trains at this point in my life.

-Greg

Well I came to the conclusion I will have to wait until spring.  The Greenberg show and 2 1/2 hours driving a couple weeks ago was rough on both my legs.  I will be getting a knee replacement after my wife recuperates from her surgery last week.  I would be foolish to sit in a car 4 1/2 hours each way and not be able to get around well while there.  Hopefully I will see you in the spring! 

Rest up, heal up, and most of all relax Mark. We'll get you in the spring.

Thank you, Dave!  I just finished my exercises.  Ouch!  LOL. I’ll plan on spring!

Mark Boyce posted:

Thank you, Dave!  I just finished my exercises.  Ouch!  LOL. I’ll plan on spring!

Mark,

Sounds like the best plan is to rest/relax and plan for April.   Hope to catch up with you then.

Thank you, Mike!  April it is!!

Mark.....that sounds like a good plan.....but think about your own schedule....give yourself 8-10 weeks to be sure you are ready for a 20,000+ step day.....look at your schedule and talk to your orthopedic surgeon and get on his schedule so you have plenty of time to recover.

Peter

Peter, Thank you very much for the doctorly advice!!  I will definitely talk it over with my orthopedic surgeon before making plans!!    That is in keeping with Mike G's advice to not rush things!!  

Almost down to two months. Well, I guess we are really aren't we?

Eight weeks, six and a half days until we leave for this mecca.

We'll get there early Tuesday, 10/15. Do the hotel and firehouse shows that day and Wednesday. Fairgrounds Thursday and Friday. Saturday we usually find something else train related to do. Home Saturday night.

This will be my 34th York. Gets better every year. Less train buyin' but more learning and more friends

Lionelski posted:

Eight weeks, six and a half days until we leave for this mecca.

We'll get there early Tuesday, 10/15. Do the hotel and firehouse shows that day and Wednesday. Fairgrounds Thursday and Friday. Saturday we usually find something else train related to do. Home Saturday night.

This will be my 34th York. Gets better every year. Less train buyin' but more learning and more friends

Are you taking in 611 at Strasburg? I'm going to be there that Friday.

Dave, Tell me more.

Dates?

Lionelski posted:

Dave, Tell me more.

Dates?

Here is the link.

https://www.strasburgrailroad....-a-reunion-of-steam/

It may be difficult finding something still open. You might have to figure out if you are able as most of the stuff for Friday was out the door when I ordered my tickets some time ago(think just after it was posted, late June or July). Good luck, hopefully you are able to work something in. If not, pictures would be the only thing open if you can get in the area. I know they said in there somewhere about charging for extra parking.

First sign that York is near...our supermarket just put out Halloween candy. 

The countdown may have begin until the event begins but I predict that the real count down will be the continued decline in attendance.

Dennis LaGrua posted:

The countdown may have begin until the event begins but I predict that the real count down will be the continued decline in attendance.

A nice positive comment to get everyone excited about going to York.   

Perhaps a visit to the airport to boo bad landings might be more fun.

Lionelski posted:

Dave, Tell me more.

Dates?

John, any luck for you finding a spot to catch 611?

I'd love to Dave, waiting (probably too long) for my York traveling companions to make up their minds.

I would look forward to your report and pics if we don't make it

@Lionelski, did you check out what was still available(if any)? The worst you could do if you don't get anything with 611 would be go over to the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania. When I get in on Wednesday that is actually my first stop. I figure I can see what is updated since my visit there from 2016 and maybe snag some photos of 611 across the way and or by the Toy Train Museum when I head over there.

Also guys and gals, while visiting York, please don't forget to stop by the White Rose Hobbies, the only local hobby shop in the York area to have a very nice collection of postwar-modern trains. We will be organizing a TCA/OGR meet here in the near future so stay tuned for updates!

Will Lionel be present?

Alabama Joe posted:

Will Lionel be present?

Yes, Lionel will be there.

Never heard of them. WHAT IS THE ADDRESS OF WHITE ROSE HOBBIES?

eddie g posted:

Never heard of them. WHAT IS THE ADDRESS OF WHITE ROSE HOBBIES?

4401 West Market Street York PA 17408

A google search for White Rose Hobbies York PA yields the website and Facebook page.

I wonder what the TCA presentation at the Toy Train Museum will be like this year?

Ok, this may sound like a dumb question but please bear with me. I’m coming down for my first trip to York. Meanwhile working away at the layout and I need 3 O72 Fastrack switches. Do I hold off until York because chances are good of finding said switches at a reduced price... or for an item like this better to just order from a big train retailer? Are the prices on things like this from the retailers “better” in person at York?  I don’t have a local retailer who sells so I need to order or wait until York. 

 Just curious on your thoughts. I know no one has an exact answer as each meet is different. Thanks for your input!!

G

Charles Ro Supply,  back wall in Orange Hall, has the full line of Fastrack including the 072 switches you’re looking for.  Best prices at York.

Yeah Gerhardt, Bob is probably right on with what he said. Charles To Supply is very well stocked with just about everything you can think of from engines, buildings, rolling stock and track. You will see a lot for it being your first time, but rest assured, head to the back wall for them, should see a sign. Also, I think they have the vendor map up already(right) on the TCA website, that will help too.

Ok thanks. So, generally do dealers have better prices at York than they would if you order from them online? It’s funny because I was going to order from them. Thanks, G

Prices should be very competitive but cheaper than normal. Also, remember to follow the simple rule, if you see it, snatch it up as it will be gone if you go and come back. Generally if you know it is something you can do without for now, pass it, if not grab it. It may be hard to compare prices depending on what you're looking for(as some stuff is gone right away), but you'll still get better prices than online.

Thanks Dave! I appreciate. Can’t wait....

just ordered and paid for my badge

Alright!  I've got everything lined up and the itinerary set!

• Flight is booked to arrive Tuesday night of York Week and check in to the hotel
• Wednesday just hanging around the area, meeting up with friends
• Thursday - Saturday walking the aisles of the Fairgrounds
• Saturday evening check into hotel near Philly and an early dinner with my daughter then attend the Philadelphia Flyers vs. Dallas Stars hockey game 
• Sunday morning drive up to the New Jersey Hirailers / OGR party
• Sunday night check into hotel near BWI airport
• Monday late morning board our flight home

Only thing left to do is to rent the car.  It's a week long party!!  And something is always added to the itinerary!

Alright, here is my dilemma.  I joined this board a few years ago.  From newbie to what it is now, I have posted questions and searched for answers.  I have been helped by people that participate actively on this forum, always helping.

My wife and I did the breakfast, but not dinner.  Short of a name tag on everyone, we probably walk past each of you 8 times on the floor.  My handle here is my first and last name.  If you see me, please say hi so I can thank you.

Registered last night, Red Lion inn also.  Now perfect sun 78 degrees with autumn colors.  Priceless.

We're definitely getting there. So much going on, it's going to be great.

Dave NYC Hudson PRR K4 posted:

We're definitely getting there. So much going on, it's going to be great.

Usually it's April York that is always hectic with "unpleasant" tasks needing to get done first, such as taxes.   

This year it's a double whammy for me as I have to complete the FAFSA between 10/1 and York and get all those student loan headaches out of the way for my son as he graduates high school in the Spring and it's college/scholarship application time.

I will be chomping at the bit when Thursday of York week arrives this October!

-Greg

Well, your friends from Tennessee and Kentucky will be there for the

FUN fellowship and shopping.....Wow, it’s going to be Fantastic....I pray everyone has safe travels and good health.....Happy Railroading 

The closer we get to  visiting The Great York Event, the more exciting it gets. I was wondering if there might be a Legacy Users Group meeting being considered? I know it was placed on hold, just wondering if there might be a change? Either way, it’s going to be time well spent, visiting friends from the past, making new friends for the future, seeing the new products forthcoming, and seeing those older trains that we’re responsible for this addiction......It would be fun to meet many of our forum friends, shake hands, visit a bit, and simply put a face to the name. Let’s prepare for fun....Happy Railroading, It’s great to belong to the TCA....

leapinlarry posted:

The closer we get to  visiting The Great York Event, the more exciting it gets. I was wondering if there might be a Legacy Users Group meeting being considered? I know it was placed on hold, just wondering if there might be a change? Either way, it’s going to be time well spent, visiting friends from the past, making new friends for the future, seeing the new products forthcoming, and seeing those older trains that we’re responsible for this addiction......It would be fun to meet many of our forum friends, shake hands, visit a bit, and simply put a face to the name. Let’s prepare for fun....Happy Railroading, It’s great to belong to the TCA....

Hey Larry, IIRC I believe that this October the Legacy Users Group wasn't happening. I think MartyE said that there wasn't space or time to do so. If that was changing MartyE would be the one to ask. I know that I was hoping to attending it for the first time but realized I would be at Strasburg with 611 for the morning. As far as everything else, it should be great.

Register a few weeks ago.  Waiting for badges. Will give it the rest if the week before a phone follow up.

Wow, October is coming fast. I still have to get some stuff straightened out before it is time to go for a drive out there. Ain't nothing worse than forgetting something you should have done earlier.

Eddie.......I keep forgetting if the count down is by analog or digital?  Left foot or right foot?  Will see you sometime at October York.

Can we go now?  Are we there yet.  Starting to get pretty pumped.

I was at Just Trains of Delaware Wednesday travelling on business, and was told the Strasburg museum will be a madhouse with the N & W (I believe) there to be visited.  He was saying that the museum is pulling out all the stops on generating revenue.  Even walking on the property.  I like to go there after picking up the car and hear from MTH, Lionel and Bachman.  I think I might take a pass if this is the case.  Anyone, else heard similar comments regarding the Museum?

Strasburg is going to be a zoo with 611. I myself will be popping into the Railroad Museum next door that Wednesday for a few hours before heading over to the TTM for that big fun. I know the Strasburg Railroad had said in their advert about 611, come earlier than start times, extra parking will be available, etc., etc. So madhouse I think is going to be an understatement. I will get a feel that's for sure of what the crowd will be like two days early(depending when I get there Wednesday) to gauge what Friday is going to be like. Hopefully getting in and out won't be a mess, but you know it will be.

We're getting there. All I can think about is the weather and sleeping, lol. I know it's silly, but I usually sleep okay out there, somewhat better than home. I hope the weather is great as usual. Any news on the weather report?

Dave NYC Hudson PRR K4 posted:

We're getting there. All I can think about is the weather and sleeping, lol. I know it's silly, but I usually sleep okay out there, somewhat better than home. I hope the weather is great as usual. Any news on the weather report?

Getting excited about it, too!  *Might* be the last 3 day York for a long time, maybe ever (different thread, I know).  As for the weather, I don't think you can have much confidence in anything this far out, let alone a week out. 

Larry Mullen posted:

Dave NYC Hudson PRR K4 posted:

We're getting there. All I can think about is the weather and sleeping, lol. I know it's silly, but I usually sleep okay out there, somewhat better than home. I hope the weather is great as usual. Any news on the weather report?

Getting excited about it, too!  *Might* be the last 3 day York for a long time, maybe ever (different thread, I know).  As for the weather, I don't think you can have much confidence in anything this far out, let alone a week out. 

Well, it's not like my trip to Yellowstone several years ago in May(mid May). They were calling for mid to high 80's and the forecast changed the night before the flight. It went from that to wintery colds blowing hard. I think the mid to low 20's the day after we got there which came back to spring one the third day.

Dave NYC Hudson PRR K4 posted:

Larry Mullen posted:

Dave NYC Hudson PRR K4 posted:

We're getting there. All I can think about is the weather and sleeping, lol. I know it's silly, but I usually sleep okay out there, somewhat better than home. I hope the weather is great as usual. Any news on the weather report?

Getting excited about it, too!  *Might* be the last 3 day York for a long time, maybe ever (different thread, I know).  As for the weather, I don't think you can have much confidence in anything this far out, let alone a week out. 

Well, it's not like my trip to Yellowstone several years ago in May(mid May). They were calling for mid to high 80's and the forecast changed the night before the flight. It went from that to wintery colds blowing hard. I think the mid to low 20's the day after we got there which came back to spring one the third day.

Wow!  That's intense!  I just never understood (nothing wrong with it b/c I'm excited too) about posting updates on weather when it's so far out.  If I were flying in, I would check the weather when I had to pack, probably not even a week out.  Too much can change, in my opinion.  Regardless, I'll be there no matter what temp shows up or precipitation chances.  It's a great time regardless of weather!

Larry Mullen posted:

Dave NYC Hudson PRR K4 posted:

Larry Mullen posted:

Dave NYC Hudson PRR K4 posted:

We're getting there. All I can think about is the weather and sleeping, lol. I know it's silly, but I usually sleep okay out there, somewhat better than home. I hope the weather is great as usual. Any news on the weather report?

Getting excited about it, too!  *Might* be the last 3 day York for a long time, maybe ever (different thread, I know).  As for the weather, I don't think you can have much confidence in anything this far out, let alone a week out. 

Well, it's not like my trip to Yellowstone several years ago in May(mid May). They were calling for mid to high 80's and the forecast changed the night before the flight. It went from that to wintery colds blowing hard. I think the mid to low 20's the day after we got there which came back to spring one the third day.

Wow!  That's intense!  I just never understood (nothing wrong with it b/c I'm excited too) about posting updates on weather when it's so far out.  If I were flying in, I would check the weather when I had to pack, probably not even a week out.  Too much can change, in my opinion.  Regardless, I'll be there no matter what temp shows up or precipitation chances.  It's a great time regardless of weather!

I can recall, very clearly, that when I was a boy in the 50's, it unexpectedly snowed so hard on Easter Sunday, we couldn't make it all the way home from my grandmother's house (McKeesport to Duquesne Place, PA). We had to abandon the car (1951 Mercury sedan), leaving it in a parking lot, and walk home, my parents and I. And we certainly were not dressed for that surprise. 36" was the total, I believe, by Monday. The car sat there a week.

When our next-door neighbor, on the right in this picture, the snow had piled so near the top of his garage door, that when he opened it from the inside, he was able , first, to let his son, my play-buddy, to tunnel out and over to our house. The snow had accumulated right up to and including the floor of our front porch. And that was April.

FrankM

I only look at the weather to pick clothes to take (coming from South Texas it does make a difference),

I've been there when its unbelievably warm, and sometimes when its colder than normal.  Once it snowed in april.

As the events have scaled down in size the weather has less of an impact on shopping.  Most of the Sheraton show can be managed inside if the pool and banquet areas are used.  The other bandit shows dont have anything outdoors anymore.

Enough parking is now vacant at the fairgrounds you can drive and park near different groups of the bldgs.

Of course sunny and a high of 62 would be great for the whole week.

Larry Mullen postedave NYC Hudson PRR K4 posted:

Getting excited about it, too!  *Might* be the last 3 day York for a long time, maybe ever (different thread, I know). 

It's a 4 day York as far as I'm concerned - the OGR Birthday party counts as part of York for me!

-Greg

Regardless of the forecast, I travel prepared for anything from 30 to 80 degrees, snow, ice, rain, or blazing heat.  The only thing that might change is the mix of shorts and long pants, but there's always some of both.

I just don't want rain. Sure I can deal with it, but I'd rather have sun out most of the time, cloudy can be alright too. My one coworker who retired last year always had issues with his vacation time relating to rain. Our late coworker used to tease him when he'd come back from his vacation saying how it must have been nice being all couped up inside since it was raining.

Either way I'll have a great time because it's just the way I am. Hopefully we get the best weather for York so we can all say it was dynamite.

It's starting to get to the point for finishing touches on travel plans. I want to hit the Reading steam train on the 13th, but I got to figure out distance and times yet. The BR&W has a train on the 12th to look at fall foliage as well. Can you imagine me hitting those two, popping to the Railroad Museum of PA, popping to the Toy Train Museum, York, over to Strasburg, back to York, then on Sunday visit the Hirailers for the OGR 50th. That sounds like a lot of training, lol.

Dave - it sounds like a lot of fun to me!

-Greg

Yeah, that's what I said too. Just need to get logistics figured out so I won't be late, lol.

That reminds me, I need to rent a car. Everything else is all set!

5 days to go.

Getting stoked.

Get the boiler burning.

Looks like you guys are going to have fairly good weather with highs in the 60's and  the possibility of a brief sprinkle.

Enough of this countdown stuff.  OK kids "get in the car", "we're leaving now"!  Really, the buzz here seems stronger than last spring.  Fall is train time!

"The Final Countdown!"

Someone cue the music? I hope that the 60's weather is indeed what we get. Here in NJ it's been up and down. Wear a sweatshirt at night, wear short sleeves for the day. I don't want to bring my coat, but will in case of crazy blowing wind and rain. Last October I was mighty glad I did and we had frost the one morning. Of course getting up at 6 was probably part of the problem with that, lol.

John, OK you can have my job.

It's not a job Eddie, it's an adventure.

I'll be rooming the halls with my son.  Been a long while since I've been at York.  See you all there.

Gary, Is this the son that is in the service?

Is the Billy Bud Flea Market open this fall.

gunrunnerjohn posted:

Okay, so my coat is a definitely for early morning breakfast on Friday, maybe Thursday depending on what time I get out there. More than likely it will sit in the car as I wander around during the daytime with my sweatshirt half zipped up. I hope that 20% chance of precipitation is the same it is here, usually that means 0. Now if it was 12-15%, that equals about 80-100% out here but only for when you're driving to and from to work and have plans for the weekend.

Very sad to say I will be missing this Fall York Trip!! But i will be attending HiRailers on sunday!! 

eddie g posted:

Gary, Is this the son that is in the service?

 Nope he’s in high school

The Billy Budd is only in the ballroom. I don't know if it will still be there this Oct. It was there in April.

After many, may years, the "Billy Bud" show is now gone.

It has been less than a shadow of its former greatness for a number of years now. RIP

It's almost that time again.

eddie g posted:

It's almost that time again.

Since the show isn't till Thursday, and the bandit meets can be done in a Day like Wednesday.  Eddie what do you do down there the first part of the week?

I’ll be at bandit shows Tuesday and Wednesday I’m going to Tca to see the manufacturers talk about their new products.

superwarp1 posted:

eddie g posted:

It's almost that time again.

Since the show isn't till Thursday, and the bandit meets can be done in a Day like Wednesday.  Eddie what do you do down there the first part of the week?

What happens at York stays at York.

And I'm guessing that he goes early BECAUSE HE CAN!

Eddie goes early to spend some time with his friend who works at the 'Round the Clock diner. 

Joe, I've been there enough to know she ain't there!

gunrunnerjohn posted:

Joe, I've been there enough to know she ain't there!

She only works the "80 and over" room.

Must be making sure she's safe.

Safe travels, Eddie. I look forward to seeing you at the Thursday breakfast.

Tom, we won't be seeing Joe, he's going to the 80 & Over room.

Safe travels, Eddie.........see you Thursday.

Peter

Safe travels to all you guys going to York. Say hello if you see me in the parking lot  at the Wyndham with my Boston terrier, or without my dog.

I can't believe Charlie Ro is not going to York. I just called him, some of his workers are sick or in the hospital and Chuck had a injury to his arm. I will miss him. He is part of the reason I go to York. We have been good friends for over 42 years.

eddie g posted:

I can't believe Charlie Ro is not going to York. I just called him, some of his workers are sick or in the hospital and Chuck had a injury to his arm. I will miss him. He is part of the reason I go to York. We have been good friends for over 42 years.

Hi Eddie,

This will leave a hole in the Orange Hall!

I hope they are all well, and back, for April?

Joe Hohmann posted:

Eddie goes early to spend some time with his friend who works at the 'Round the Clock diner. 

I love pie!

eddie g posted:

I can't believe Charlie Ro is not going to York. I just called him, some of his workers are sick or in the hospital and Chuck had a injury to his arm. I will miss him. He is part of the reason I go to York. We have been good friends for over 42 years.

Thanks for the news Eddie.

Sunday AM........safe travels Eddie.....and to all......

Peter

The countdown is really over, York week has arrived.

eddie g posted:

I can't believe Charlie Ro is not going to York. I just called him, some of his workers are sick or in the hospital and Chuck had a injury to his arm. I will miss him. He is part of the reason I go to York. We have been good friends for over 42 years.

Yes - That's consistent with what I was told as well. They sent an email to all of their customers yesterday. It clearly was a last minute decision based upon the facts and circumstances. It appears to be a one-off, and not any indication of future plans. BTW, they are running a really good York sale, in lieu of coming.

Pat

Safe Travels everyone.  I hope to see you there.

Looking forward to seeing everyone later in the week.  Safe travels.

-Greg

My first ever York week has arrived! See you all Wednesday night at the dinner! 

eddie g posted:

I can't believe Charlie Ro is not going to York. I just called him, some of his workers are sick or in the hospital and Chuck had a injury to his arm. I will miss him. He is part of the reason I go to York. We have been good friends for over 42 years.

I was very surprised by this also.