Posts about model railroad structures, including houses, industries, bridges, etc.
Quick Recap The monthly meeting focused on planning an upcoming open house event, with discussions about registration logistics, map distribution, and signage requirements. Jim Gore presented a detailed clinic on […]
Jim Gore, a Master Model Railroader (MMR) from New Hampshire, attended via Zoom and presented a clinic on building structures out of cardstock.
Doug Tagsold from Division 1 attended the meeting in-person and presented a clinic on modeling railroads in the Toledo area during the late 1970s and early 1980s.
Rich Mahaney, NCR president, conducted a clinic on five operational features for model railroads, focusing on interchanges, freight houses, team tracks, rail transload facilities, and safety considerations. He provided real-life examples, emphasizing their importance for enhancing operational activity and interest in model railroading, and offered practical modeling tips for enthusiasts.
The meeting covered technical issues, equipment updates for a railroad session, and organizational matters like membership challenges and financial reports. Presentations included tree modeling techniques and Tortoise switch machine maintenance. Discussions highlighted difficulties attracting younger members and updates to the NMRA’s Achievement Program website, concluding with a recap of various projects and experiences.
Here are the slides from Ernie’s clinic on creating scenery on his East Raton and Santa Fe railroad.
