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The club’s original 1983 Logo based on artwork that adorned ES aircraft of the RAF.
courtesy: R.Fisher |
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About Us |
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First, let me talk about our chapter; the basic fabric that brings the International Plastic Modelers Society (IPMS) to the local scene. We are a non-profit organization and have been a chartered member of IPMS USA since 1982 first as the RDG Modelers (Raleigh Durham Goldsboro) and then in 1983 we adopted the name Eagle Squadron with approval from Capt Holtz and the Eagle Squadron Association. Today we are part of IPMS Region 12 and maintain our long time friendships with all of the nearby chapters such as Lafayette Scale Modelers and IPMS George Preddy of Greensboro. We are not a huge chapter by the number of members, but we are active promoting the hobby and art of scale modeling in Raleigh’s Triangle region. We hold regular meetings during the year where members present in progress and completed works for discussion on model quality and techniques used in construction. We encourage bringing friends to increase interest and understanding of plastic modeling and IPMS. Our guest speakers provide first hand knowledge of different and special topics. We encourage club members to conduct demonstrations of construction techniques to help expand the knowledge of other club members. Our Christmas meeting is when we reflect back on the year with gift exchanges, recognition of our most improved modeler, and our people's choice awards for best models made during the year. We also enjoy doing road trips getting together with our friends in nearby IPMS chapters in R12 and R2 for their contest/show events. We love seeing all the models on display! So to recap. We seek members at all levels of skill, and of all ages. Whether you are a new, or inexperienced modeler, or an expert, you are welcome. Whether you simply want to learn techniques to improve the models that you build solely for your own enjoyment, or if you want to compete in model contests, IPMS Eagle Squadron should have something for you. We love visitors so give us a try! Tony Leger, President IPMS Eagle Squadron member since 2000 |
