Kids are the future of model railroading
A model railroad club just for kids, ages 8-18.
Welcome to our most exciting model railroad club, just for kids.
We've all read a lot about how to get young people involved in model railroading. One magazine article says "Kids are the future of model railroading." Another asked, "How can we get young people involved in this hobby with all of the other things kids can do?"
A lot of people are talking about it, but how many are actually doing something about it? It's not enough to talk to kids about model railroading or take them to train shows; we need to really get them involved and keep them interested.
Here's your opportunity: join the Youth in MRR club. Come to the TECO show and see what's going on and how much fun the kids are having. It's:
- Challenging
- Educational
- Teaches respect
- Builds self-esteem
- Strengthens social skills
- Fosters lasting friendships
- Just plain fun!
Youth in Model Railroading (YMR) is a national model railroad organization designed for kids ages 8-18 who want to learn about model trains, real trains, and how to build things. YMR was established in 1996 in the Denver area to give youths a club that is educational and fun.
Join
YMR is looking for team leaders to help start new divisions. Joining is easy: pick a membership, download the application, print it and mail it to the address on the form.
Youth membership
For youth ages 8-18: $24 a year. Members get a membership card, a quarterly newsletter, the members-only page, and can take part in all YMR shows and join any local YMR club.
Golden Coupler
Supports the Youth in MRR program in the Colorado Springs area. We are a federal IRS not-for-profit organization, so your donation is tax deductible: an investment in the future of our youth and model railroading. Recommended contribution: $50 or more.
Pikes Peak Division YMRR
Meets the 3rd Saturday of the month, 9:00am - noon, at 846 East Pikes Peak Ave, north side of the church.
More information: [email protected] or 719-570-9559.
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