Hostlers 2008 Show
Hostlers held their 19th annual train show at the Ogden Union Station Feb. 29, Mar. 1-2. It was a very successful weekend with over 8,000 people in attendance. 11 club layouts, 46 vendors and a special premier visit by the Utah Transit Authority’s new commuter Front Runner. This is one of the largest train shows in the west attracting visitors from all over the country.
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Setting up for the show in the Union Station

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Members with or without modules help with the setup

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Setup usually takes 2 or 3 hours.

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Doug Wright of KSL radio and Mike Murphy, club Pres.

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Alex Van Zanten leading Boy Scout merit badge program

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UTA’s Front Runner in Ogden as a demonstration

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Train Show visitors tour the Front Runner

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Saturday snow storm slows outdoor operations.

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Sunday brings back the sun

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Randy Lee, left, of Model Railroader Magazine

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Charles Trentleman, center, guest speak at banquet