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This whole idea would be a weekend to meet and socialize. No pressure from judges or vendors tempting us with the latest goods. A convention of sorts yes, but not in a traditional sense as we are used to.

What would we do?

Have a display area for W.I.P. and completed models. Lots of comfy chairs to visit with one another.

Dinners. Big family style group meals. I don't know a modeler who does'nt like to eat.

"Hey Scratchmod, pass the potatoes" Kind of thing.

Work area. For those interested within the display area, we could set up a build area. "Were just hanging out bashing plastic, by the way Jingles, you're standing on my airbrush hose dude"

How do I get my tools, glues etc.. to SMA Modelpalooza? I mean I cant take the stuff on a plane right?

Fed-ex, ups etc.. to the site.

Where to host such an event? How about a big 4-H camp or Boy Scout campsite. I am thinking of a place like that. Grill out in the evening. Chats with the members by large camp fires.

Just some ideas.

Frank Blanton