RMR 2016 Convention

The Rocky Mountain Region (RMR) of the National Model Railroad Association Convention train is on track heading for the Elegante Station Colorado Springs, arriving on time (5-9 October 2016), to provide a fun-filled, informative, educational adventure for all, from the newcomer, to the advanced model railroad hobbyist, to the public community.

Every nook and cranny within the Elegante Hotel, will be filled with model railroading activities - clinics, presentations, exhibits, tours, layout visits, operating sessions, demonstrations, a model train auction, historical displays, Youth in Model Railroad activities, 6 operating layouts, spouse's program, vendors, manufacturers, suppliers of model railroad products, and of course, many railroad historical conversations that will beat any exaggerated fish catch story.

The convention is open to the public Saturday, October 8th and Sunday, October 9th. The Region includes Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, Wyoming, and portions of South Dakota and Texas.

THE PROGRAM

This is our proposed convention program. There will be changes and additions as we progress and finalize events. We have received about 90 completed surveys and have inputted their suggestions and ideas. This program is still subject to change. Watch the web site to keep up to date, www.2016RMRconvention.com.

Hotel Elegante Conference & Event Center

©2016 Hotel Elegante | 2886 S Circle Dr.,Colorado Springs, CO, 80906

Phone: (719) 576-5900 | Fax: (719) 576-0507

Email: hotelelegantesales@mcmelegante.com

THE ELEGANTE HOTEL

The staff is totally supporting us and the mode railroad community to ensure we receive First Class Service: 

500 rooms with special convention rates are $99.00+ tax/night for up to 3 people in the room with a free breakfast for two per room; a great deal on lunches - 8 different menu choices at $8.00 each; happy hour at the bar, free parking, and located one block east of I-25 exit 138. 

The hotel has 500 rooms, but we recommend you book early to ensure you get a room at the Convention rate - be sure to mention the RMR Convention when booking. 

Check the hotel web site at www.hotelelegante.com. This rate is good for 3 days before and after the convention.

NORAD PRESENTATION

We had great response on the NORAD Presentation and we are making the final arrangements with the NORAD staff. This is a MUST for all to attend, considering the world situation at this time. This event is only open to registered members.

COMPETITIONS

Gary Myers, RMR President, is preparing a great competition display with a few surprises to encourage more participation. The Division is going all out to bring forth a multitude of displays. This in itself will be well worth a visit or two. You will have an opportunity to vote on some of the special displays.

VENDORS

We have 5 possible spaces for vendors, from the main ballroom to other large rooms and we can expand into a large corridor if needed. As we fill the main area, we will open up these additional spaces. Registered members and their guests will enjoy a private session on Friday evening from 4-9pm.

At this point we have sold over 80 tables. We will sell out well over 150 tables and booths. If you want tables, I recommend you call in and put down your deposit of $100.00. This will confirm the tables you want and you will choose your location in the priority you called in. The vendor floor plan should be on the web site in the next 15 days.

CONVENTION PRESENTATIONS

We have a Convention Presentation Team that will come and meet with your group, providing you a detailed Presentation on all aspects of the convention. Call Roy at 719-574-4382 to book a visit and set a time.

If you need any information, check the website first - www.2016RMRconvention.com -  which is being updated weekly. 

If anything is not clear, call me - Roy at 719-574-4382 - or send me an email at aviationhistory@comcast.net. We can send you a Convention packet as well as answer your inquiries.