THE Buckeye Division
Achievement Program
&
Awards
The NMRA Achievement Program offers an incentive to learn and master the various crafts and skills involved in the hobby of model railroading
This page recognizes those who have met the criteria of Master Model Railroader® as well as those receiving recognition for their commitment to Division 6, the Mid Central Region, and the NMRA
Achievement Program
Jim Kehn, Chairman
The Achievement Program is a set of requirements for demonstrating a superior level of skill in various aspects of our hobby. It encompasses not only the construction of various types of models but also the creation of other important elements, such as scenery, structures, track work, and wiring. Additionally, it acknowledges service to both the hobby and the NMRA. The program is designed to challenge YOU as a modeler and member of the NMRA.
If you have questions or have an item ready for evaluation, contact the Division's AP Chairman.
Additional information about the Achievement Program can be found on the NMRA's Website
Master Model Railroaders
MMR# | Name |
|---|---|
25 | Charles L. McCoy (deceased) |
30 | Paul F. Moon (deceased) |
36 | Karl E. Parshall (deceased) |
54 | Joseph A. Slanser (deceased) |
153 | Dean Freytag (deceased) |
219 | Steven J. Morris (deceased) |
245 | Eric Porch |
260 | Howard R. Smith (deceased) |
261 | Richard A. Briggs |
282 | Harry M Sage, Jr. (deceased) |
304 | Robert C. Stetson (deceased) |
323 | Craig Sonnen (deceased) |
610 | Howdy Lamprecht |
640 | Michael K. Wolf |
793 | James R. Kehn |
Earning the title of Master Model Railroader® will challenge your modeling skills but the journey is worth the goal.
To qualify as a Master Model Railroader® an NMRA member must obtain at least seven of the eleven Achievement Certificates (with at least one Achievement Certificate in each of the four areas of the Regulations).
Through their hard work and dedication to the NMRA, several Division 6 members have earned the right to be called MMR®.
Regional and Division
Level Awards
Division 6 members have been recognized for their contributions through numerous national, regional, and division level awards
NMRA President's Award for Service to the Division
The NMRA's President honors individuals for their exceptional service to their Division. The following Division 6 members have received the President's Award.
Year | Name |
|---|---|
2019 | Richard Briggs, MMR® |
Director's Award
The Mid Central Region's Board of Directors honors individuals for their exceptional service to the Region. The following Division 6 members have received the Director's Award.
Year | Name |
|---|---|
2008 | Richard Briggs, MMR® |
2010 | Donald Wilke |
2011 | Howard Smith, MMR® |
2015 | Richard Briggs, MMR® |
Russ Wenderfer Award
Division 7 (Cincinnati) recognize promotion of the hobby within the Mid Central Region with the Russ Wenderfer Award. Candidates are chosen based on their actions, involvement with Division activities, and overall extraordinary volunteer service promoting the hobby of model railroading and the National Model Railroad Association.
Year | Name |
|---|---|
2008 | Howard Smith, MMR® |
Howard Smith Award
The Howard Smith Award is presented by the Division 6 Superintendent to an individual who has assisted, either directly or indirectly, Buckeye Division activities in a manner that enhances or sustains the operations of the Buckeye Division or provides non-operational benefits to the Buckeye Division.
Year | Name |
|---|---|
2015 | Richard Briggs, MMR® |
2016 | Donald Wilke |
2017 | Matt Goodman |
2018 | Butch Sage |
2019 | Bruce McDonald |
2020 | Michael Wolf, MMR® |
2021 | Darrell Logan |
2022 | Butch Sage |
2024 | Jim Borcz |
2025 | Ken McDonough |