Saturday, January 04, 2025

Discover the men who designed the classic trains of the 20th century at the Winnipeg Model Railroad Club's January meeting

A our next meeting WMRC social Media Director Paul Ullrich will present "The men who designed trains", where he will introduce you to the extraordinary designers who created North America's most famous trains and paint schemes of the 20th century.

The fun starts at 7:30 PM on Friday, January 10 in the Tank Room at the Charleswood Legion, 6003 Roblin Boulevard. The canteen will be open, and we will have our usual mode land photo displays and a 50/50 draw. Guests are always warmly welcomed. Hope to see you there!

Monday, December 23, 2024

Merry Christmas from the Winnipeg Mode lRailroad Club!


 The Winnipeg Model Railroad Club wishes all of its members, followers, model railroaders and rail fans a very merry Christmas and the happiest of New Years! Keep 'em on the rails for 2025!

Saturday, December 21, 2024

Winnipeg Model Railroad Club mourns passing of Bob Gravlin

 

Long time former WMRC memberKenneth Robert Gravlin, better known as Bob, passed away December 14, 2024 at St. Boniface Hospital, at the age of 92 years. Bob is the father of long term member John Gravlin. 

Bob grew up in Fort Garry. He worked for the CNR, which was partially responsible for his life long hobby of model railroading. He later moved on to a job with Air Canada finance where he worked for 28 years.

Bob was also involved in his church and community work through the Odd Fellows and Rebekah Lodges. Bob was elected to the position of Grand Master in 2005/2006.