It's nearing the end of summer here in our world and we take some time in this episode to talk about what we did this Summer both on the layout, with our projects and what we did that wasn't model building or sitting around the layout.

That's right, we talk a little bit about what we did this fine Summer that didn't deal with building models and trains. 

We also go a little into the importance of getting away from the workbench or layout and doing something else either by yourself, with your friends and with family!

In addition to that, we also go through what were some of the best Patron questions we've fielded yet. They made us think and actually had both of us digging a little deeper for an answer that wasn't readily available. Topics from our Patrons included when and how we decide to rip sections out of our layout, how we select structures to build, the pros/cons of running a father and son podcast and site, and a couple more. 

NEW PATREON ANNOUNCEMENT:

We found it time to update our Patreon and we want all of our listeners to be aware that we've changed the benefits of becoming a Patron in order to add MORE value to your Patronage. 

We will not be holding a Patron-Only semi-annual model building contest for a nice prize of our choosing (prizes will be announced before each contest), and a monthly drawing for a Craftsman Structure Kit! All Patrons $1/month and up will be able to participate in the semi-annual (two a year) contests, and all Patrons $2/mo and up will be entered to win a Craftsman Kit every month. We even got a sweet bingo ball/lottery ball spinny basket picker thing to pick the monthly winners!

All Patrons also will still receive access to our Patron Facebook group and extra, exclusive overtime podcast episodes. 

Join in on the fun and head on over to our Patreon page here: https://patreon.com/hoscalecustoms for more details or to become a patron.

This week's contest winner: George Nagle

George submitted the following pics of his Builders-In-Scale Harbormaster/Warehouse and said "I went with very heavy weathering and peeling paint on the board and batten siding, and cut lots of dry-rot and rodent holes in the freight doors."

THIS WEEK'S CONTEST: It's a simple one. We want to see what you've been up to that isn't model railroading or train related this summer. It doesn't have to be a selfie, or any pics with YOU in them, but we want to see what you've been up to! You can submit your photos to the pinned post on our Facebook Page or email it to [email protected]. All photos must be submitted by Thursday 8/15/19 at 11:59:59pm est. Each winner will receive a free RailroadKits.com Craftsman Kit and a HO Scale Customs Koozie!

Make sure to visit our site any time for more great craftsman model railroading content: https://hoscalecustoms.com