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Holiday Train Expo 2013 II, Wilmington, NC
Farrell Teague has shared some photos from the Holiday Train Expo 2013 II, Wilmington, NC
Dec 21, 2013 - 8:21:40 AM
Train lovers gear up for Garden Christmas Open House and Tour
Trains and holiday traditions go together for several in the East Valley and across the Phoenix metro area.
Dec 6, 2013 - 12:00:00 PM
Lights come on at Christmas Magic at Rocky Ridge
5-year-old Dallastown boy pointed to about half a dozen large-scale trains zipping along on tracks.
Dec 5, 2013 - 6:00:00 PM
Train garden up and running at Arbutus Volunteer Fire Department
Arbutus, MD - The Arbutus Volunteer Fire Department hosts its 20th annual Christmas Train Garden at the department, 5200 Southwestern Blvd. The garden is open Mondays through Fridays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays, 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Dec 5, 2013 - 3:00:00 PM
Holiday train, Santa roll into Shops at Kenilworth
With their eyes all aglow, dozens of youngsters and adults descended upon the Shops at Kenilworth to take in the sights and sounds of the holiday season on Friday.
Dec 5, 2013 - 12:00:00 PM
Train show to benefit Toys for Tots program
The Garden State Central Model Railroad Club's Holiday Spectacular and Train Display will be held at the InfoAge Science Center
Dec 5, 2013 - 9:14:40 AM
Planes and Trains Model Railroad Show at the Museum of Aviation
The Museum "Planes and Trains" display will be much more extensive with the addition of exhibits from the Southeastern Railroad Museum, Operation Lifesaver, and others.
Nov 27, 2013 - 9:23:28 AM
Garden Railway Exhibit
The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens invites you to some fun events, shows and exhibits this holiday season.
Nov 27, 2013 - 6:00:00 AM
Model-train enthusiasts setting up annual display
For the sixth year, model trains are getting ready to leave the station at the Christmas Town Railroad Display at Arbutus Park Retirement Community
Nov 26, 2013 - 6:00:00 AM
Eaglewings Layout Sale
"We have decided to virtually start over; we are going to be selling lots of "Eaglewings" steel buildings, accessories and rolling stock.
Nov 25, 2013 - 8:30:18 AM
Trains join planes at the Air Mobility Museum through Jan. 2
The Air Mobility Command Museum welcomes Shoreline Garden Railroad Club back for its fourth annual large-scale model train layout inside the main hangar Nov. 24th through Jan. 2nd
Nov 25, 2013 - 6:00:00 AM
Big Boy No. 4014 Prepares to Leave Pomona
Preparations are almost compete that will allow moving Union Pacific's latest addition to its heritage locomotive fleet from its former home at RailGiants Museum in Pomona, CA, to the roundhouse in Cheyenne, WY
Nov 22, 2013 - 9:00:00 AM
Gardening can Cut Your Risk of Dying from All Causes by 30%
According to a recent study published online in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, active hobbies like yard work and gardening were as good as going to the gym for heart health.
Nov 22, 2013 - 6:00:00 AM
Cincinnati Holiday Trains
Cincinnati offers many holiday train venues. Here is a list of some popular ones.
Nov 21, 2013 - 6:00:00 AM
22nd Annual Holiday Train Show rolls into New York Botanical Garden
The 22nd Annual Holiday Train Show will feature 21 model trains zipping and zagging around miniaturized replicas of Radio City Music Hall, the Brooklyn Bridge, Yankee Stadium and other Gotham landmark
Nov 20, 2013 - 7:51:13 AM
Cozy depot reveals immense role of railroads in Florida and beyond
More information about the T&G RR. Winter Garden is blessed with two historic train depots. The former Atlantic Coastline station at Plant and Main streets and a couple of blocks away, the T&G line added another wooden depot in 1899
Nov 18, 2013 - 8:25:42 AM
Wonderland Railway - Festival of Trees and Trains
This year, from November 22nd to December 1st, the G-Scale holiday layout is ready to greet the masses in Ashland, Kentucky
Nov 15, 2013 - 11:00:01 AM
Leesburg artist helps celebrate train depot's anniversary
In recognition of 100 years of railroad and museum activity at the old Tavares and Gulf Railroad depot, artist Dan Crusie has created a new painting of the structure.
Nov 12, 2013 - 7:48:59 AM
Tehachapi Loop RR Club to hold Autumn Train Show
Model trains have been traditional gifts for the young and old alike, and Tehachapi Loop Railroad Club would like to share their toys with all of you
Nov 7, 2013 - 8:15:44 PM
A Labor of Love for Trains
For decades, planes, trains and automobiles have had a way of luring collectors. But for one local resident, trains aren't just a hobby, they're a labor of love.
Nov 1, 2013 - 8:20:00 AM
10 Evergreens to Beautify Your Garden Year-Round
Bob Villa.com has some ideas to perk up a drab yard with some leafy, four-season greenery. Here are ten varieties certain to do just that.
Nov 1, 2013 - 6:00:00 AM
The third annual Bordentown Heritage Railroad Days festival
The festival will commemorate the first public running of the John Bull locomotive
and the successful start of commercial rail service in New Jersey
Oct 31, 2013 - 7:26:26 AM
Scare Up Some Savings On Bachmann Parts This Halloween Season
Enjoy 20% off any Bachmann parts currently in stock when you place an order for a minimum of $50.00
Oct 30, 2013 - 8:03:44 AM
15 different suggestions for Fall gardening
Here are some ideas for your Fall gardening plans. There are also many links to other gardening sites.
Oct 28, 2013 - 11:00:00 AM
The Inolve Fliwer: Green thumbs optional
A fellow LSOL member sent this in, responding to the "High Tech" garden article earlier
Oct 25, 2013 - 9:00:00 AM
Do you want a High Tech Garden?
These Systems Let You Monitor Your Garden Without Setting Foot Outside
Oct 25, 2013 - 8:00:00 AM
Rake them wet or rake them dry?
Raking leaves is one fall chore that never seems finished.
Oct 25, 2013 - 5:00:00 AM
Keeping her life on track
Petaluman Hope Stewart finds her garden train hobby therapeutic in the midst of tough times
Oct 24, 2013 - 3:30:46 PM
Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
The Orchid Conservatory, where colorful tropical plants are in bloom, has its own special effects and three garden-scale trains.
Oct 18, 2013 - 7:00:00 AM
SLO Railroad Museum's grand opening set for Saturday
After years of hard work and financial finagling, railroad enthusiasts will finally be able to check out the San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum this weekend.
Oct 18, 2013 - 6:06:47 AM
Train Tracks in Your Garden Show at the Botanic Garden
The BioPark Botanic Garden hosts the annual Train Tracks in your Garden Show from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Oct. 19 and 20.
Oct 16, 2013 - 5:05:08 PM
The Hair Raising Train Ride Over Goteik Viaduct
The Goteik viaduct, located in Nawnghkio, is one of Burma's most stunning engineering marvels.
Oct 10, 2013 - 10:00:00 AM
Ride the Pumpkin Patch Train
Ride the Pumpkin Patch Train through the historic rail yard in a 1920s passenger coach to the pumpkin patch
Oct 9, 2013 - 12:00:00 PM
Man Pieces Together Historic Train Cars for High-Speed Cross-Country Journey
The cars on the Station to Station train were built between 1916 and 1953
Oct 9, 2013 - 8:00:00 AM
Home with model railroad wins Marysville award
The yellow trilevel on the corner lot in Sherwood Forest subdivision won the 2013 Pride of Marysville Neighborhood Award.
Oct 8, 2013 - 8:00:00 AM
All Aboard Florida secures right of way for Orlando-Miami passenger-rail
The agreement enables All Aboard Florida to construct rail infrastructure parallel to the State Road 528 Corridor.
Oct 7, 2013 - 8:00:00 AM
Garden Railways Tour 2013 - Strasburg, Lancaster County, PA
This just in from the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania! Open House October 6th.
Oct 4, 2013 - 11:03:11 AM
John Scully's $400,000 Playground
For John Scully, there is one childhood memory that stands above all others.
Oct 3, 2013 - 10:00:00 AM
The Banning Centennial Train Festival
The Banning Centennial Train Festival promises a captivating adventure that celebrates Banning's heritage as a railroad town.
Oct 3, 2013 - 9:00:00 AM
10 Easy Pieces: Garden Gloves
Summer may be over but here is some glove information. Maybe you can find them on clearance this fall.
Oct 2, 2013 - 6:00:00 AM
Polk's Will Close Its Doors 12-31-13
Our humble thanks to our loyal customers. Our apologies for not being able to keep this almost 80-year-old business going. It's a heartbreaker for us all
Oct 1, 2013 - 10:59:00 AM
Suncoast Center for Fine Scale Modeling Reopens
Suncoast Center for Fine Scale Modeling re-opens after being closed all summer for repairs and updates.
Sep 30, 2013 - 8:00:00 AM
Would you do this?
This may seem silly to the uninitiated but I'm sure we can all agree it's a great idea.
Sep 27, 2013 - 9:00:00 AM
UP 4014 Project - September 2013
Ed Dickens, UP's Senior Manager of Heritage Operations, displays some of the components from Big Boy No. 4014 and describes the Elesco TP400 Exhaust Steam Injector.
Sep 27, 2013 - 8:00:00 AM
Five Garden Railroads On Tour - San Luis Obispo/Santa Barbara
This will be a self-guided tour of twenty-two layouts and one historic toy train display at fifteen locations throughout San Luis Obispo and northern Santa Barbara Counties.
Sep 27, 2013 - 6:00:00 AM
Taltree Arboretum & Gardens' Haunted Railroad & Fall Festival
Go to Taltree Arboretum & Gardens Oct. 1 through 31 for a spooky good time and to celebrate the fall season.
Sep 26, 2013 - 8:00:00 AM
Dr. Dave's Garden Railway
Eventually, the model train set around his Christmas tree exploded into an incredible backyard railroad.
Sep 25, 2013 - 6:00:00 AM
Great Design Plant: Rocky Mountain Zinnia
I think I will try this next year. If you're struggling with a hot and dry area that needs a big dose of color, Rocky Mountain zinnia can come to the rescue.
Sep 20, 2013 - 9:00:00 AM
G-Scale railroad chugs soon into Beardsley Park
Plans for the club's G-scale railroad were approved at a governing board regular meeting in the spring.
Sep 20, 2013 - 9:00:00 AM
Los Angeles transit agency to restore historic train depot
Here's good news; instead of tearing down yet another historic train depot, $3.6 million is going to be spent to restore the North Hollywood station.
Sep 20, 2013 - 8:00:00 AM
Getting ready for the annual garden railway tour
David Rothenberger shows off his miniature train set that runs through his garden at his west Wichita home. He will be part of the annual garden railway tour on Sept. 21.
Sep 13, 2013 - 9:00:00 AM
CLIMAX 1694 STEAMS AGAIN!
The Puffing Billy Preservation Society officially launched Climax geared locomotive No. 1694 back into service on Sunday 8 September, 2013.
Sep 13, 2013 - 7:00:00 AM
DIY: How to Save Seeds for Next Year
As crops begin to go to seed, gather the precious seeds for next year.
Sep 11, 2013 - 2:59:04 PM
Something to remember about safety around real trains
A New Zealand railroad buff killed by a train Saturday may have been misled by his camera's LCD screen into thinking the train was a safe distance away.
Sep 10, 2013 - 6:00:00 AM
Conductor Bud's railway is a miniature marvel in Eagan
In his backyard garden railway, Lutz has re-imagined Bowman as a bustling railroad stop.
Sep 9, 2013 - 8:00:00 AM
Railroads call on suppliers to develop fasteners that last longer and are easier to maintain
This could easily be an article about Garden Railroading. It is a Full Scale issue that mirrors our scale.
Sep 6, 2013 - 8:00:00 AM
Recreating the Argent Lumber Company railroad scene
The Greater Hardeeville Chamber of Commerce wants to recreate the 1938-1959 scene of the Argent Lumber Company through a model train garden.
Sep 3, 2013 - 10:34:34 AM
USA Trains SD70 MAC's Back In Stock
USA trains announces that their SD70 MAC's are back in stock. New road numbers have arrived.
Aug 29, 2013 - 3:07:41 PM
Braidie's Tavern beer garden idea not such a loco motive
When Bob Braidie saw an old locomotive shell in a railway yard he had just one thought - to transform it into a bar.
Aug 29, 2013 - 6:00:00 AM
Panama Canal marks arrival of rolling gates for expansion project
The first four gates for the Panama Canal's new locks recently arrived from the port of Trieste, Italy, marking a milestone in the ongoing expansion program.
Aug 23, 2013 - 10:00:00 AM
Trainworld - LGB #35080 Christmas Passenger Car for 2013
Trainworld has the LGB Christmas 2013 car available. I've included other items too.
Aug 23, 2013 - 6:00:00 AM
10 iPhone Apps That All Gardeners Could Use
Here are some Gardening Apps that you can keep close at hand on your iPhone.
Aug 22, 2013 - 6:00:00 AM
Volunteers needed to operate train garden
For three years, the Quad City Botanical Center has been operating a train garden. Now they're in desperate need of volunteers
Aug 21, 2013 - 9:00:00 AM
Gardens, model trains add wow factor at Medford's Railroad Park
The Medford Garden Railroaders have been busy this year at Railroad Park, where they've added numerous attractions to the seven-acre park.
Aug 21, 2013 - 6:00:00 AM
Aristo-Craft Sale Items
NYC Snow Plow, Dome-Tank "GENERAL MOLASSES" and all 2-bay Coal Hoppers are on sale at Aristo-Craft now until 8/27/2013.
Aug 20, 2013 - 9:05:47 AM
The best annual flowers for fall
Plan ahead for your garden by starting fall annuals in time to get them well-established and planted so they can get to blooming.
Aug 16, 2013 - 6:00:00 AM
DIY: Pallet Gardening Table
I'm sure you can find free pallets. Grab some and make this Gardening table.
Aug 15, 2013 - 12:00:00 PM
Ultimate Trains, Nanton, Alberta
What would you do for a living if you grew up, train-obsessed, in a tiny Swiss town spitting distance from the main line between Zurich and Germany?
Aug 15, 2013 - 9:34:51 AM
Garden Railway Tour slated
Tickets are now on sale for the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania's seventh annual Garden Railways Tour on Sunday, Oct. 6th
Aug 9, 2013 - 8:00:00 AM
5 Great Ways to Keep the Pests Away This Summer
If you're trying to find some green ways to keep the pests off your lawn and plants, read this article
Aug 6, 2013 - 12:00:00 PM
Save Money and Water With These 6 Clever Landscaping Hacks
Here are a few budget-friendly landscaping ideas.
Aug 5, 2013 - 6:00:00 AM
25 Lovely DIY Garden Pathway Ideas
Pathways are practical, they take you from one part of the garden to another. But why not make it part of your DIY project, too?
Aug 2, 2013 - 11:00:00 AM
Around the World in an Afternoon at the Morris Arboretum
Now open until Labor Day, the Morris Arboretum's Garden Railway is a re-creation of sculptures of important architectural buildings from around the world.
Aug 2, 2013 - 6:00:00 AM
Enthusiasts welcome model train show to Valley
Model train enthusiasts from around Arizona are invited to see the latest exhibit from The "Arizona Big Train Operators."
Aug 1, 2013 - 2:27:09 PM
Garden Railroad Tour
The Bay Area Garden Railroad Society and South County Railroaders invite you to their 19th annual tour
Jul 30, 2013 - 10:00:00 AM
Vilas County Lumber Company
I ran across this website the other day. Thought it might be of interest to builders.
Jul 30, 2013 - 7:00:00 AM
South Eastern Pennsylvania GRS Newsflash
The South Eastern Pennsylvania Garden Railway Society will have a display August 1st-3rd
Jul 29, 2013 - 7:27:59 AM
Discover Queen of the Prairie's Sweet Aroma
Consider Queen of the Prairie if you're looking for a colorful and sweet-smelling addition to a rain garden or sensory garden
Jul 29, 2013 - 6:00:00 AM
10 Bad-Smelling Flowers and Their Use in Landscaping
Bad Smelling flowers? They do exist. Here is some information on 10 of them.
Jul 26, 2013 - 6:00:00 AM
Crosslake model railroad club open to public
The Northern Trackers Model Railroad Club in Crosslake invites everyone to visit the club to see its model trains and layouts and informational displays.
Jul 25, 2013 - 10:00:00 AM
30 Blogs with the Best Tips for Saving Money on Spring Yard Clean Ups
Here is some good information for now and next Spring.
Jul 25, 2013 - 6:00:00 AM
Railroad Days' Event at Historic Cold Spring Village
All aboard! Historic Cold Spring Village's Annual Railroad Days will be held on Sat. and Sun., July 27-28
Jul 24, 2013 - 6:00:00 AM
Bachmann 2013 Product Releases
Here is Bachmann's complete 2013 new product listing (all scales)
Jul 23, 2013 - 6:00:00 AM
Bachmann Announces New Senior VP
Bachmann Trains has announced the promotion of Rich Janyszek to the position of Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing
Jul 22, 2013 - 8:42:31 AM
The billionaire Elon Musk is set to unveil his details for a 4,000 mph 'mega train'
The Hyperloop was described by Musk as "a cross between a Concorde, a railgun and an air hockey table"
Jul 17, 2013 - 6:00:00 AM
Riding the Rails in their Canton back yard
Jane Franko said the railway and the garden help bring "a lot of interest" to the back yard
Jul 16, 2013 - 6:00:00 AM
The Denver Garden Railway - Colorado's coolest railroad
Garden Railroading may be described as the marriage of two hobbies; model railroading and gardening!
Jul 15, 2013 - 6:00:00 AM
ALL ABOARD FOR 2015
Some might call it obsessiveness. Anthony Ridenhour, the director of the San Diego Model Railroad Museum, prefers to call it "passion".
Jul 12, 2013 - 6:00:00 AM
Omaha Railroad Days 2013
Railroad Days 2013 celebrates the long, colorful history of law and order on the rails
Jul 11, 2013 - 3:00:00 PM
Backyard railroad a scene straight out of rural America
The smiling engineer, with a coal car behind him filled to the brim, makes sure his train chugs along the track.
Jul 11, 2013 - 6:00:00 AM
Tips for Garden Railroading
Garden railroading combines the best of landscaping, gardening and large-scale model trains.
Jul 10, 2013 - 10:00:00 AM
Crosslake Model Railroad Club open to the public
The Northern Trackers model railroad club invites everyone to visit the club to see their model trains and layouts and informational displays.
Jul 9, 2013 - 4:00:00 PM
Landscaping Collective Builds Backyard Railway Gardens
In the Minnesota summertime, there's a new trend families can get on board with.
Jul 4, 2013 - 3:00:00 PM
'Garden Railway Circus Week' at Morris Arboretum pays tribute to Philadelphia's circus history
What was once a tranquil bonsai garden is now Morris Arboretum's bustling railway attraction featuring circus carts.
Jul 4, 2013 - 12:50:51 PM
Steam train hits 90mph
TRAINSPOTTERS were thrilled yesterday to see one of the last Thirties A4-class trains hit 90mph, the fastest speed for a steam train in 75 years.
Jul 2, 2013 - 10:00:00 AM
Need Track? 4th Of July Spectacular Sale
Aristo-Craft is having a 4th of July special on track. It starts right now!
Jul 2, 2013 - 9:32:52 AM
The model trains have arrived
The South County Railroaders and Santa Cruz Garden Railroaders will host its 19th annual Garden Railroad Tour. The requested nonperishable food and monetary donations from visitors will go to two South County food banks.
Jul 2, 2013 - 8:00:00 AM
Garden Walk Showcases 2 Vernon Hills Yards
The elaborate gardens of two Vernon Hills residents will be featured in Gardeners of Central Lake County's garden walk this month.
Jun 27, 2013 - 3:00:00 PM
Make tracks to village open gardens
This weekend nine gardens in Little Brickhill will be open to visitors - and there will be a chance to ride around one of them on a steam train!
Jun 27, 2013 - 1:00:00 PM
FAHS to host annual Tour of Gardens Sunday
Five distinctive gardens will entertain visitors on Sunday when the Florence Area Humane Society hosts its annual Tour of Gardens.
Jun 27, 2013 - 11:16:05 AM
What do you think happened?
Here is a Milwaukee Road Boxcar. What caused the deformation?
Jun 21, 2013 - 11:00:00 AM
Intelligent Transport System to improve safety of railway crossings
In the quest for smarter and safer transportation networks, automakers have been working on communication systems that use wireless technologies to share information with vehicles.
Jun 21, 2013 - 6:00:00 AM
Club to showcase trains
The Riverside Railroad Train Club will showcase the outdoor large scale trains.
Jun 20, 2013 - 8:00:00 AM
Exploring Scotland by rail on the West Highland Line
A rail line that begins in Glasgow, the West Highland Line connects the towns, villages and parks of the western highlands to the rest of Scotland and the UK.
Jun 20, 2013 - 7:00:00 AM
End of the line for Floquil and Polly Scale
Testors has announced that it is ending its Floquil and Polly Scale lines of paints, including dozens of model-railroad specific colors.
Jun 17, 2013 - 9:00:00 AM
Train Lady Opens Private Gardens and Model Railroads For One Day
Elaine G. Silets, internationally renowned designer and manufacturer is opening her extensive private North Barrington gardens for one day only on Saturday, June 29.
Jun 17, 2013 - 6:00:00 AM
Gallery shows art of the railroad
Wayne County Council for the Arts will open a new exhibit Friday. A display of model trains by Robert Thon and "Trains" drawings by Sam Ferrara.
Jun 14, 2013 - 11:00:00 AM
Rose City Garden Railway Society Tour
Railroads in the Garden tour features 10 garden railways in the greater Portland area.
Jun 14, 2013 - 10:00:00 AM
Aristo-Craft Father's Day Celebration
Aristo-Craft is having a Father's Day sale. It starts now and ends June 17th, 2013
Jun 14, 2013 - 9:00:00 AM
*Breaking News* - Marklin to Close Waukesha, WI Office
Marklin will be closing its Waukesha, WI office the end of July.
May 29, 2013 - 3:18:32 PM
King Street Station Restoration
When the station opened to the public, visitors were again dazzled by the charm of the restored main waiting room.
May 29, 2013 - 9:00:00 AM
Aristo-Crafts Annual Memorial Day Tribute
Anyone who has seen past years' military tributes know that they are spectacular. This year's tribute will not disappoint you.
May 24, 2013 - 11:00:00 AM
Lego railway declared longest plastic train set ever
Eighty Danish Lego devotees got together on May 10 and 11 to help one Henrik Ludvigsen with his plan to build the world's longest plastic toy train track.
May 24, 2013 - 10:00:00 AM
Frank Hornby: the man who put the world in a box
It is safe to say that no one had such a lasting impact on British childhood in the 20th century as Frank Hornby.
May 16, 2013 - 6:00:00 AM
Southern California's thirty-eighth layout tour
Model Railroads of Southern California's thirty-eighth layout tour takes place on Saturday, May 18. There will be two garden railroads open as part of this tour.
May 15, 2013 - 12:00:00 PM
Aristo-Craft's New Arrivals
Aristo-Craft announces the arrival of 19 items in their latest container shipment.
May 15, 2013 - 10:00:00 AM
Railroad Association Prepares For a Busy Summer Season
The winter months are preparation time at the NMRHA railroad association in Crosslake.
May 15, 2013 - 8:00:00 AM
Amtrak unveils locomotives to replace aging fleet
When Amtrak unveils the first new locomotives Monday it will mark a new era of better reliability, streamlined maintenance and better energy efficiency.
May 13, 2013 - 11:31:18 AM
Garden Trains: Quick Instructions for Installing Kadee Remote Couplers - Kit #11100
Learn how to install Kadee Remote Couplers Kit #11100 in 4 minutes.
May 10, 2013 - 10:00:00 AM
Morris Arboretum's Garden Railway Opens Memorial Day Weekend
This summer, Morris Arboretum's Garden Railway will transport visitors to the far ends of the earth without ever leaving Philadelphia
May 10, 2013 - 6:00:00 AM
Historic train will steam into Duluth this weekend
Duluth will be the place to be for steam locomotive enthusiasts this weekend.
May 7, 2013 - 9:00:00 AM
Grand Reopening of Vines Railroad Will be on National Train Day
The Vines Garden Railroad will celebrate National Train Day with a Grand Reopening at the Gwinnett County park.
May 6, 2013 - 9:29:32 AM
World's oldest railway tunnel hidden
World's oldest railway tunnel hidden by a rockery for 36 years is discovered 10ft underground in a back garden
May 3, 2013 - 6:00:00 AM
Marcia Fluer's beautiful garden in Golden Valley
Marcia Fluer, of TV news fame, now gets her hands dirty in her Golden Valley garden, a collaboration with her husband, a train hobbyist
May 2, 2013 - 6:00:00 AM
National Train Day - Loganville, GA
The Vines Garden Railroad will celebrate its seasonal opening of the only public G scale garden railroad in the state of Georgia
May 1, 2013 - 9:00:00 AM
Train enthusiast goes all natu-rail
The model trains in Joe Stephens' layouts don't run along molded plaster hills
May 1, 2013 - 8:00:00 AM
May 11th is the sixth annual National Train Day
Mark May 11 on your calendar for the sixth annual National Train Day. There is now an interactive map on the Train Day website.
May 1, 2013 - 6:00:00 AM
Model RR club makes tracks for Beardsley Park
Sun City West Governing Board has given the green light to install a garden railroad in the park.
Apr 30, 2013 - 8:00:00 AM
Kiwanis Donates $500 To Berlin Free Library
The Kiwanis Club of Berlin has contributed $500 to the Berlin Free Library towards the purchase of children's books.
Apr 26, 2013 - 6:00:00 AM
Got Bricks? You can print them out with this website
This FREE website allows you to create different patterned brick walls that you can print out in over 20 scales.
Apr 25, 2013 - 10:00:00 AM
Discovering The Art of Miniature Photography
There is an entire sub-genre of photographers that base their craft on the art of photographing miniatures.
Apr 24, 2013 - 11:00:00 AM
Preservation Award Winner: Orchard Park Railroad Depot
The Orchard Park railroad depot is a former Buffalo, Rochester & Pittsburgh Railway station owned by the Western New York Railway Historical Society.
Apr 24, 2013 - 9:00:00 AM
Royal Canadian Mounted Police foil terrorist plot to derail VIA train in Canada
Makes you think twice about going for a "train ride" with the family?
Apr 23, 2013 - 7:07:00 AM
Aristo-Craft and Trainworld are having sales
Emails from Aristo-Craft and Trainworld arrived in my in box. I've provided links to both below.
Apr 10, 2013 - 8:02:18 AM
New Mexico enacts locomotive fuel tax bill
At first I thought it was bad news for Railroads but it is actually a positive law.
Apr 5, 2013 - 9:00:00 AM
Pennsylvania college offers introductory course for engineers, conductors
For the sixth-straight year, Bucks County Community College in Newtown, Pa., is offering a locomotive engineer and conductor basic training program. Classes begin May 4.
Apr 5, 2013 - 7:37:54 AM
PCC Trolleys On Sale at Aristo-Craft
Aristo-Craft has just announced a sale staring their PCC Trolley's. Take a look at what could be some new passenger service for your railroad.
Apr 1, 2013 - 3:00:00 PM
All aboard the train home!
Train firm executive, Charles Howeson, is selling his 'perfect' family home .It features a 400ft working model railway, perfect for rail enthusiasts.
Apr 1, 2013 - 10:00:00 AM
Garden Trains: USA Trains Bi-Level Auto Carrier : Large Scale Garden Railroad
USA Trains Bi-Level Auto Carrier; Watch our exclusive video on the details and then see them on the Nashville Chattanooga Garden Railroad.
Mar 29, 2013 - 11:00:00 AM
Garden Trains: #014 : Building an Indoor Large Scale Railroad : Freebie Railroad
Garden Trains: Segment 014 : Building an Indoor Large Scale Railroad : Freebie Railroad. A wall-to-wall idea for roadbed. Making it quiet and looking good
Mar 29, 2013 - 10:00:00 AM
1939 Worlds Fair Pagent
I just finished watching a show on the 1939 New York World's Fair. I stumbled across this picture which is a great example of the show.
Mar 29, 2013 - 6:51:38 AM
Garden Trains: #013: Building an Indoor Large Scale Railroad : Freebie Railroad
Garden Trains: Segment 013 : Building an Indoor Large Scale Railroad : Freebie Railroad Not having a plan leads you to solutions to problems you did not know you had.
Mar 22, 2013 - 10:00:00 AM
Press Release - Marklin's future is secure
A long, awaited decision has now been taken: Sieber & Sohn GmbH & Co. KG, is taking over model railway manufacturer Marklin.
Mar 22, 2013 - 9:00:00 AM
Trainworld On-Line Sale
Trainworld is not going to the East Coast Large Scale Train Show, but that doesn't mean you can't get a good deal.
Mar 20, 2013 - 7:49:13 AM
Garden Trains: Kadee RC - Remote Control Couplers
Exclusive video overview of Kadee's new Remote Control Couplers. See what is included and how you set up the parts
Mar 15, 2013 - 11:00:00 AM
Garden Trains: #012: Building an Indoor Large Scale Railroad : Freebie Railroad
Garden Trains: Segment 012 : Building an Indoor Large Scale Railroad : Freebie Railroad It's official. It looks like Soundboard. Then we can never mention it again.
Mar 15, 2013 - 11:00:00 AM
LSOL.com "Red Shirts" still available
Yes is the answer to all of the inquires about the LSOL.com Red Shirt availability!
Mar 15, 2013 - 9:31:04 AM
2013 SPRING ECLSTS LSOL.com Banquet
The 2013 LSOL.com banquet at the Spring ECLSTS is going to happen again this year. There will be door prizes, good food, a hat contest and some special guests. So make sure you read all about it and arrive early as seating is limited.
Mar 13, 2013 - 10:00:00 AM
Aristo-Craft announces Track Sale!
Aristo-Craft announces Track Sale. 1 WEEK ONLY. Starting Immediately And Ends On March 18th, 2013 At Midnight.
Mar 12, 2013 - 8:30:08 AM
Garden Trains: #011: Building an Indoor Large Scale Railroad : Freebie Railroad
Garden Trains: Segment 011 : Building an Indoor Large Scale Railroad :Freebie Railroad - Does underlayment really make your indoor railroad quieter?
Mar 8, 2013 - 10:00:00 AM
Trains in the Garden spring tour next weekend
Arizona Big Train Operators will open their backyard G-scale railroads for their annual Trains in the Garden open house.
Mar 7, 2013 - 12:42:01 PM
New 40ft Plug Door Boxcar from Aristocraft
If you don't subscribe to the Aristo-Craft Newsletter, they have just released a new 40 Foot Plug Door boxcar
Mar 5, 2013 - 9:23:26 AM
Garden Trains: #010 : Building an Indoor Large Scale Railroad : Freebie Railroad
Garden Trains: Segment 010 : Building an Indoor Large Scale Railroad :Freebie Railroad - Homasote - Sound Choice. Worth the time and trouble?
Mar 1, 2013 - 6:00:00 PM
A new approach to installing ladder frame garden rail supports
Here is an interesting article I stumbled upon on the FILCRIS Ltd. website about raised railroads using their product.
Mar 1, 2013 - 9:59:28 AM
One Man's Garden Railroad
Jim & Sandi Brandenburg started Garden Railroading without a garden. These are their accounts of the early days of their Garden Railroading from a motorhome. Jim promises more updates!
Feb 28, 2013 - 10:00:00 AM
Tucson Garden Railway Society - 10th Annual "Rails in the Garden" Tour
The 10th Annual "Rails in the Garden" Tour will be held on Saturday and Sunday, March 2nd and 3rd, 2013. All layouts are open both days from 10am until 4pm.
Feb 25, 2013 - 10:00:00 AM
Landscaping enhances garden railway
Glenn and Janet Mitchell's G-gauge setup demonstrates a balance between landscape and layout.
Feb 25, 2013 - 8:07:05 AM
Richard Passalacqua's G scale "Rock Back-Breaking Railroad" Open House
His garden railroad has over 1,000 feet of track with three separate but connecting loops with sidings. Trains enter the mainline from a 10 foot x 12 foot shed with fifteen switches.
Feb 25, 2013 - 6:00:00 AM
Garden Trains: #009 : Building an Indoor Large Scale Railroad : Freebie Railroad
Garden Trains: Segment #009 : Building an Indoor Large Scale Railroad : Freebie Railroad
Other options for roadbed. What another viewer has done.
Feb 22, 2013 - 10:00:00 AM
China's Railway System
China's Modern Railway System seems very familiar. Look at these photos and see what you think.
Feb 21, 2013 - 2:00:00 PM
Garden Trains: #008 : Building an Indoor Large Scale Railroad : Freebie Railroad
Garden Trains: Segment 008 : Building an Indoor Large Scale Railroad : Freebie Railroad
Making the roadbed higher. An interesting idea for a better look.
Feb 15, 2013 - 10:00:00 AM
Chicago Botanic Garden Model Railroad Garden Returns
The Chicago Botanic Garden is bringing back its family-favorite Model Railroad Garden: Landmarks of America exhibition for the 14th year
Feb 12, 2013 - 6:00:00 AM
Iconic H&R Trains up for grabs
The shop being on the market isn't news. She and her husband have been quietly trying to sell it for the past five years.
Feb 9, 2013 - 4:45:34 PM
Trains in the Garden' talk at Summit Old Guard
John Groot, a model railroad enthusiast, will speak on the subject "Trains in the Garden" to the Old Guard of Summit at its meeting,February 5th.
Jan 28, 2013 - 9:00:00 AM
Colorado University to launch railroad engineering master's program
Colorado State University-Pueblo in fall will begin offering a new Master of Science (MSE) degree in engineering with an emphasis on mechatronics and railroad engineering.
Jan 15, 2013 - 11:00:00 AM
Marion man's family keeps trains running
"We ran the Halloween Train in tribute to Craig," she says. "We're going to try to do that every year."
Jan 10, 2013 - 10:00:00 AM
Train Time 17: Model Train Exhibition
You're in for a "rail" fun time at the Wenham Museum this winter!
Jan 8, 2013 - 6:00:00 AM
Out in the yard, it's "all aboard!"
In Walt Pauli's world, the Columbia Hotel retains much of its magnificence, the station in Railroad Square still looks as it did in 1906.
Jan 3, 2013 - 10:00:00 AM
Atlanta Botanical Garden Holiday Model Train Show
An outing to Garden Lights, Holiday Nights will be incomplete without a visit to the greatly expanded Holiday Train Garden.
Dec 12, 2012 - 10:00:00 AM
Train garden now open at Richardson Farms
Richardson Farms is celebrating the holiday season with its 2nd annual Holiday Train Garden display at their White Marsh farm market.
Dec 12, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
Garden Spot Village train display
An annual Lancaster County holiday tradition is on track to entertain thousands of people this month.
Dec 11, 2012 - 2:00:00 PM
Children's Museum of Oak Ridge Holiday Train exhibit
Model trains at the outdoor garden railroad will wind through a glittering holiday village on December weekends at the Children's Museum of Oak Ridge.
Dec 11, 2012 - 8:42:52 AM
(TX) Keystone and Bluebonnet Railroad
Also known as Carrollton Garden Railroad Christmas layout; seven trains (four in the backyard and three in the front) along with 40,000+ Christmas lights and display windows bring the holidays to life. All donations are given to a local food bank.
Dec 7, 2012 - 10:30:00 AM
(PA) Holiday Garden Railway
The Morris Arboretum's popular Garden Railway Display is returning again this winter as the Holiday Garden Railway Display. Visitors of all ages will be wow-ed by a quarter mile of track featuring seven loops and tunnels with fifteen different rail lines.
Dec 7, 2012 - 10:00:00 AM
Operations - Pull over and call dispatch everytime
For those of you that "Operate" your railroad here's a Hawaiian Plantation method you could try.
Dec 7, 2012 - 9:00:00 AM
Longwood Gardens Garden Railway
The Garden Railway features a whimsical display set into motion with G-scale model trains.
Dec 6, 2012 - 10:00:00 AM
Ozark Garden Railway Society Holiday Train Garden Display
Ozark Garden Railway Society Holiday Train Garden Display is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily through Dec. 30 at Springfield Botanical Center.
Dec 4, 2012 - 10:00:00 AM
Model train exhibit to open at the Tahawus Lodge
Au Sable Forks, NY - Two trains will make their rounds in the Tahawus Lodge Center this holiday season.
Dec 3, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
(KY) Cranberry and Linville River Christmas Display
16,000 Christmas lights, two Christmas trains, hot chocolate and peppermint sticks. I'm not sure what else you could ask for. The Cranberry and Linville River Railroad Company graciously opens their layout four days in December. I happen to know that the Superindendent of the railroad works in a candy factory. Trains and candy, yummy.
Nov 30, 2012 - 12:00:00 PM
Bring Family To See Gold Canyon Trains
This railroad in a Gold Canyon backyard features more than 500 feet of track, many bridges, trestles and tunnels and features the small town of Boulder.
Nov 30, 2012 - 8:18:38 AM
Winter Wonderland festivities set Friday in Kamm's Corners: A Place in the Sun
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Cleveland's West Park neighborhood.
Nov 29, 2012 - 9:00:00 AM
Floating Train Unveiled In Japan Can Reach 310mph
While we wait for "Real" High Speed Rail (HSR) in this country, Japan unveiled it's Mag Lev prototype. 16 car trains carrying 1,000 people by 2027.
Nov 29, 2012 - 8:00:00 AM
(IL) Brookfield Zoo's "Holiday Magic"
The LGB Model Railroad Club of Chicago is building a Holiday display at Brookfield Zoo's "Holiday Magic" celebration. (Brookfield IL.) This is the only time of year that the Zoo is open in the evening.
Nov 28, 2012 - 12:00:00 PM
Holiday Express Train Show
Some people assemble train sets beneath their Christmas trees.
But when it comes to the holiday hobby, LSOL Member, Bill Dressler goes full steam ahead.
Nov 28, 2012 - 10:00:00 AM
Railroad Museum Open House set for December
The Sheboygan Railroad Museum will host an Open House on December 1st and December 2nd from 10 AM to 4 PM each day.
Nov 28, 2012 - 8:00:00 AM
Walthers Press Release - Wolfgang Richter
Wm. K. Walthers, Inc. has released information regrading the contributions made by LGB's Wolfgang Richter.
Nov 27, 2012 - 7:30:01 PM
(FL) H&R Gazebo Garden Railroad
You're Invited to help kick off the 38th holiday season at H&R Trains Gazebo Garden Railroad. There will be three large scale trains, food, drinks, and a special holiday sale.
Nov 27, 2012 - 12:00:00 PM
Taltree offers Holiday Glow in the Garden
Get your Glow on at Taltree Arboretum & Gardens will have its gardens glowing this holiday season. The Railway Garden Depot has been outlined by LED lights and the Oak is lit with more than 3,000 lights.
Nov 27, 2012 - 10:00:00 AM
Amtrak operates Lincoln Service trains at 110 mph in Illinois
Amtrak began providing 110-mph rail service on a 15-mile segment in Illinois along the Chicago-St. Louis corridor on Nov. 22, Illinois state and Amtrak officials announced last week.
Nov 27, 2012 - 8:15:35 AM
Dunedin Man Turns Model Train Hobby Into Art
Don Kohler has been known for many things over the course of his 80 years. But the one thing he would really like to be known as is an artist.
Nov 27, 2012 - 8:00:00 AM
Wolfgang Richter of LGB dies
Information from Europe's G Scale Central reports that Wolfgang Richter of LGB has passed away.
Nov 23, 2012 - 11:35:59 AM
(PA) South Eastern Pennsylvania Garden Railway Society
The club's last event for 2012 will be at the Hatboro Train Show being held at the Keith Valley Middle School in Horsham, PA
Nov 23, 2012 - 10:00:00 AM
(D.C.) U.S. Botanic Garden's Holiday Magic
The U.S. Botanic Garden's National Mall and fanciful garden train exhibits have become a beloved Washington tradition.
Nov 23, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
(MD) Holiday Festival of Trains
Bring the family down and celebrate the holidays with the B&O Railroad Museum! The Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Museum, the oldest, most comprehensive American railroad collection in the world.
Nov 22, 2012 - 12:00:00 PM
Eagle Scout on track
A keen interest in railroads led a Nansemond-Suffolk Academy sophomore to spearhead a spruce-up of the old station on North Main Street for his Eagle Scout project.
Nov 21, 2012 - 1:00:00 PM
(WI) Olbrich's Holiday Express
Twinkling lights, festive poinsettias, tiny landscapes, and large-scale model trains: all aboard for Olbrich's Holiday Express! Using large-scale model trains.
Nov 21, 2012 - 12:00:00 PM
Rose City Garden Railway Association Display
The Rose City Garden Railway Association has set up a display at Al's Garden Center in Sherwood, Oregon.
Nov 21, 2012 - 7:00:00 AM
(NM) River of Lights Garden Railroad
New Mexico's largest walk-through light show. Each year's show unveils a number of ingenious new sculptures and stunning displays designed and constructed by Albuquerque BioPark artists and craftsmen.
Nov 20, 2012 - 12:00:00 PM
Frederik Meijer Gardens shares plans for the holidays
Frederik Meijer Gardens' "Christmas and Holiday Traditions from Around the World" is back at for the holiday season. The exhibit features 42 international trees and displays and an enchanting railway garden set amid a winter-scaped background.
Nov 20, 2012 - 9:00:00 AM
(OH) Holiday Junction
Don't miss this year's Holiday Junction! Let the Cincinnati Museum Center bring a little holiday magic to you and your family! Featuring the Duke Energy Holiday Trains.
Nov 19, 2012 - 12:00:00 PM
(NY) Holiday Train Show
Don't miss one of the city's favorite holiday traditions! See New York as you've never seen it before, created from leaves, pinecones, and berries, crisscrossed by trains and trolleys.
Nov 16, 2012 - 11:00:00 AM
Canadian Man Excavates His Basement Using R/C Trucks Over 7 Years!
Need more room for your indoor trains? Here is somone who found a fun way to create more room in his house.
Nov 16, 2012 - 10:00:00 AM
Boot Hill Model Train Show
The Boot Hill Model Train Show is a popular favorite during the holiday season and this year organizers have something to celebrate: a new location.
Nov 16, 2012 - 9:35:58 AM
(IL) Wonderland Express
Take a magical trip to a winter wonderland at the Chicago Botanic Garden as they kick off the holiday season.
Nov 15, 2012 - 12:00:00 PM
(IL) The Enchanted Railroad
Make special family memories with the "Enchanted Railroad," the model train display that's an annual holiday season favorite. See trains of different colors and styles loop around a holiday-themed track.
Nov 14, 2012 - 12:00:00 PM
"Model Trains Through the Ages" holiday program set for Steamtown
Steamtown National Historic Site partner, the Lackawanna Historical Society, will present a holiday program, "Model Trains Through the Ages," Nov. 23 through 25 at the park.
Nov 14, 2012 - 11:00:00 AM
(CA) Fairplex Garden Railroad
The Fairplex Garden Railroad has 9,800 feet of track that provides for the running of over 30 trains at one time. Approximately 2,000 linear feet of underground pipes and conduits support the operation. Nearly eighteen miles of wires are required to operate the electrical systems and over 12,000 gallons of water flow through its lakes, rivers and streams.
Nov 13, 2012 - 12:00:00 PM
Cuba's only Electric Train, the Hershey
Between the town of Casablanca, on the other side of the Bay of Havana and Matanzas, extends the only electric railway in Cuba, known as the Hershey Train.
Nov 13, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
(CA) Living Desert G-Scale Exhibit
The Living Desert Museum in Palm Desert CA has a fantastic layout and holiday lights display. Model trains became a part of The Living Desert in 1998 during the annual WildLights holiday program from the day after Thanksgiving until the New Year.
Nov 12, 2012 - 12:00:00 PM
Do you remember Minic trains in back gardens?
Did you have a train set at the bottom of your garden? If so, Mike Slatter wants to hear from you. He is collecting memories of the Tri-ang Minic Narrowgauge Railway system which was made in Canterbury 50 years ago.
Nov 12, 2012 - 7:00:00 AM
Durango; A Model Train Mecca
Durango's most passionate subpopulation is model train "maniacs," who say Durango is their mecca.
Nov 9, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
Chapple's Train-Arama Show
What happens when one person strikes a match of enthusiasm for Model Railroading in his small town? Read about what LSOL member Dick Chapple Sr has done to light a fire in Hardin, MT.
Nov 5, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
G Scale Trains: Empire Rail Works Single and Double Tall Trusses
Looking for something to make your Garden Railway different. Check out these trusses from Empire Rail Works. Watch our exclusive video review.
Nov 2, 2012 - 11:15:00 AM
City's sewer project has closed several Lauritzen Gardens areas
Omaha's big sewer project is temporarily changing the shape of Lauritzen Gardens. It's just one of dozens of sites in eastern Omaha that will see work over the next few years.
Nov 1, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
Gotta catch a train
For more than a year now, Herzog has been refurbishing and creating some of the buildings that line the tracks of the Southern Oregon Live Steamers train ride in the park.
Oct 29, 2012 - 10:00:00 AM
Hallowfest takes over the Chicago Botanic Garden
The Chicago Botanic Garden's HallowFest will be 6 to 9 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Oct. 26-27, and 4-7 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 28 at the 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe.
Oct 26, 2012 - 11:17:13 AM
36 Photos of Railway Tracks
Railway tracks provide an excellent subject with which to practice using leading lines in photography. These photographs have largely managed to do that, many in an eye-popping way.
Oct 22, 2012 - 9:00:00 AM
Chicago Botanic Garden will host "Trains, Tricks & Treats"
The Chicago Botanic Garden will host "Trains, Tricks & Treats" from 10am to 5pm. Oct. 20-21.
Oct 19, 2012 - 11:00:00 AM
Train Show at Botanic Garden on Oct. 20 & 21
The ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden hosts the annual Train Tracks in Your Garden Show on October 20 and 21 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Oct 19, 2012 - 10:00:00 AM
Free admission to Phipps on Monday 10/29/12
Thanks to a generous grant from the Jack Buncher Foundation, Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens will open its doors free of charge on Monday, October 29, 2012.
Oct 19, 2012 - 9:00:00 AM
Pumpkin Patch Train Rides Slated
The Danbury Railway Museum invites everyone to welcome the cooler weather with a short ride on a vintage train and a visit to its Pumpkin Patch Saturdays and Sundays, October 20, 21, 27 and 28, in the restored 1903 Danbury Station and rail yard.
Oct 18, 2012 - 12:00:00 PM
Queensland Model Railway Show
Take a journey into a world of exquisite detail and see real world complexity replicated in delicate miniature format.
Oct 18, 2012 - 8:12:11 AM
Colorado's Tiny Town got its own small railroad
The 15-inch gauge, steam--powered railroad at Tiny Town fits right in with its 100 miniature buildings including a school, firehouse, library, hotel, church, stores and homes.
Oct 16, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
Mount Airy man builds ride-along train in backyard
The entire railroad track was installed just a few years after Jack began, he said, but he continued to rearrange the tracks and landscaping.
Oct 15, 2012 - 9:00:00 AM
In the Garden of Trains - Dave Maynard
The highlight of Maynard's layout is a reverse loop, which takes a train around a tree in the far end of his yard, and then reverses back the other direction.
Oct 11, 2012 - 7:39:22 AM
Amtrak posts ridership record in FY2012
Amtrak ridership totaled 31.2 million passengers, a 3.5 percent increase and the highest passenger count in the railroad's history.
Oct 10, 2012 - 8:42:32 AM
From G to Z: Railroaders promise good time for people of all scales
For its 13th year, the North Olympic Peninsula Railroaders stays steady on the tracks to host its annual train show and swap meet Saturday, Oct. 6 and Oct. 7.
Oct 5, 2012 - 8:07:09 AM
Trains 'wow' crowd at 37th Annual Fall Mountain Heritage Arts and Crafts Show
Late Breaking Train Show Information from Harpers Ferry, W.Va. "G" gauge model train display set up by the Shenandoah & Potomac Valley Garden Railroad Club.
Sep 29, 2012 - 7:25:40 AM
Upper Milford Garden Railroad Grows in Popularity
The Fritz family opens its wonderland to friends and acquaintances twice a year to smiles and looks of amazement from appreciative visitors.
Sep 28, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
Walthers remains a giant in the world of model railroading
In 1899, 7-year-old Bill Walthers received his first toy train for Christmas. He got an infected blister on his thumb from long stretches of play and had to undergo a minor surgery.
Sep 27, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
Know the invader - Gophers , Moles and Voles
Some of the most common questions posed to Marin Master Gardeners are what to do about the damage being done to gardens and turfs by gophers, moles and voles.
Sep 26, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
Ottawans plan open house for garden railroad
Walt and Carolyn Pries, of Ottawa, will open their train layout to anyone who likes to watch trains in action from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 30th.
Sep 25, 2012 - 12:00:00 PM
Union Pacific Railroad Celebrates 150th Anniversary In Old Sacramento
"We are proud to celebrate 150 years of innovation and building America with a signature event in Old Sacramento, which has a fascinating past rich in the history and heritage of the West."
Sep 24, 2012 - 10:00:00 AM
Railroad Festival Coming to Central Coast
The Central Coast Railroad Festival is set for October 4-8th. The Festival will focus on rail excursions, modeling of all types and special events.
Sep 24, 2012 - 5:00:00 AM
Amtrak friends and foes testify at latest House hearing
Here is an intersing read for your morning coffee or afternoon tea. There are two sides to every story.
Sep 22, 2012 - 8:00:00 AM
In Fair Haven, a Fantasy World On Rails
Humphreys' toy train collection, 20 years in the making, came to fruition eight years ago when he moved his family to Fair Haven.
Sep 21, 2012 - 8:00:00 AM
Off the Beaten Track
Mr. Rose is a "rare mileage" collector, one of about 300 in the country. Such collectors strive to ride as much of the U.S. rail system as they can
Sep 20, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
Redwood Empire Train Show returns to fairgrounds
The Redwood Empire Train Show returns to Santa Rosa this weekend, treating event-goers to over 26,000 square feet of tracks, engines, whistles and crossings.
Sep 18, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
VIDEO: Large Scale Trains Time Saver by Ric Golding
Come check out this video all about Ric Golding's Time Saver in Large Scale size! It is a great way to get kids interested in trains.
Sep 14, 2012 - 8:00:00 AM
Railway Post Office Dog Celebrated
Owney was a stray dog, which found its way into the Albany, N.Y., post office in 1888 and was soon adopted by the Railway Mail Service clerks, becoming the mascot of this elite government service.
Sep 14, 2012 - 7:00:00 AM
Botanica a stop on Garden Railway Tour
Their San Luis and Rio Grande Southern Railway will be open to the public Sept. 15 as part of the 15th Annual Wichita Area Garden Railway Tour.
Sep 12, 2012 - 8:59:32 AM
'Children's railway' a training ground for future rail personnel
The children's raixlway is a fully functional, passenger-carrying narrow gauge rail line running through the city.
Sep 10, 2012 - 8:00:00 AM
Is MTH Still in the Large ScaleTrain Businesss?
Has MTH has sold off it molds and exited the Large Scale market? That's the rumor. I visit with Andy Edleman, Vice President for Marketing with MTH Electric Trains and talk about Large Scale or "Gauge One" as it is called by MTH.
Sep 7, 2012 - 9:00:00 AM
Model Trains Derails Into Outdoor Pond! - Plunk - Plunk - Plunk - Attack of the Plastic Geese!
SHARE THIS WITH A TRAIN FRIEND! Every wonder what happens when you put a temporary bridge across an outdoor pond and it all goes terribly wrong?
Sep 7, 2012 - 8:00:00 AM
Amtrak to roll out 'Great Dome' car on Adirondack service
Starting next week, Amtrak plans to rollout its historic "Great Dome" rail car for five weeks on the Adirondack route.
Sep 7, 2012 - 7:00:00 AM
America Out The Train Window
For long-distance travel, aerial crafts have replaced terrestrial vehicles. Consequently, we now think in terms of destinations rather than journeys.
Sep 7, 2012 - 4:35:33 AM
UP Heritage Train Will Be Here for Railroad Day Event
A Union Pacific (UP) Heritage Train will be the major exhibit for the 10th annual Pacific Railroad Day Saturday, Sept. 22
Sep 6, 2012 - 10:08:24 AM
NJ Railroad History Comes Alive in Boonton
If you like trains, organizers say you will love the United Railroad Historical Society of New Jersey's first-ever Railroad and Transportation Festival, which takes place in nearby Boonton Sept. 19.
Sep 5, 2012 - 5:35:22 AM
The A-track-tive Garden of David Bodnar
The cover story of the Fall 2012 issue of "In Mt. Lebanon" magazine features the Garden Railroad of our very own Dave Bodnar.
Aug 31, 2012 - 10:00:00 AM
The 12th Annual Washington Township Railroad Fair
Presented by the East Bay Regional Park District and the Railroad Museum at Ardenwood, the centerpiece of this year's event will be the 1889 Porter Tank steam locomotive and an 1890 steam porter engine 'Ann Marie.'
Aug 30, 2012 - 8:00:00 AM
Train journeys slower now than a century ago
Long-distance travelers can also be thankful for progress. The fastest train from Edinburgh to London in 1895 took eight and a half hours, compared to four now.
Aug 27, 2012 - 12:00:00 PM
Gary Raymond's two outdoor modular layouts in 1/32 scale will be open on Sunday, September 9th
The original 1:32 modular layout now lives permanently in the backyard and is used for testing and running. It retains the original operating highway and has two 32 foot passing sidings and one short spur.
Aug 20, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
Railroad Days highlights Snoqualmie's history
More than 70 years ago, the city of Snoqualmie hosted a fundraiser for volunteer firefighters. Today, Snoqualmie's Railroad Days is the biggest event of the year.
Aug 17, 2012 - 10:55:00 AM
Railway fun day in Garden Hill
All aboard the Cleveland Pendock Railway for the Toot For Music fundraiser.
Aug 17, 2012 - 9:00:00 AM
Steamtown National Historic Site
If you've never been to Steamtown, the upcoming Railfest 2012 is the perfect excuse to finally make the trip.
Aug 15, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
August events highlight importance of rail in region
This weekend the steam locomotive at the Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario will come to life to mark its 100th birthday and everyone is welcome to come out and blow the horn in celebration.
Aug 10, 2012 - 10:00:00 AM
Railway company to build passenger service from Miami to Orlando
A Miami real estate and transportation company announced a $1 billion project to build a train service between Miami and Orlando.
Aug 10, 2012 - 8:00:00 AM
Union Pacific Railroad Museum - "Building America."
The entire first floor of the museum has been transformed into the state-of-the-art, million-dollar exhibit.
Aug 10, 2012 - 7:00:00 AM
Railroad museum offers rides in locomotive, coach and caboose
The Danbury Railway Museum will host its sixth annual Danbury Railroad Day on Saturday, Aug. 11.
Aug 8, 2012 - 12:00:00 PM
New Jersey's 19th-Century 'Bicycle Railroad''
Looking for a different vignette on your Garden Railroad. Here's an idea that combines bicycles and rail.
Aug 8, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
Salem man is building bridges with scale model train hobby turned business
Preparations are being made, in a backyard 2,100 miles away, to install a 10-foot-long replica of the Golden Gate Bridge.
Aug 7, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
Maintaining a high quality of life
We have several beds in our 3/4-acre lot: two train gardens and miniature villages named for our grandchildren.
Aug 6, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
La Grange executive helps launch return of Pullman cars
A lifelong love of trains is driving a La Grange executive's latest project to restore Pullman sleeping cars for first-class trips from Chicago to New York and New Orleans.
Aug 4, 2012 - 6:02:33 AM
All Aboard for Parkinson Association's Railway Days
See an amazing outdoor layout, modeled on the Southern Pacific Santa Cruz Division that covers about 30,000 square feet.
Aug 3, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
Brunel's Great Western railway given preservation head of steam
Dozens of bridges, tunnels, viaducts and station buildings that were part of the original Great Western Railway are being listed or upgraded to ensure their preservation.
Aug 2, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
Amtrak forges $7 billion revitalization plan for D.C.'s Union Station
7 BILLION DOLLARS! Amtrak officials unveiled a master plan for Washington, D.C.'s Union Station.
Aug 1, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
Gardening - How to help your plants beat the heat
If you do not already water deeply, it is time to start. Roots grow where there is moisture.
Jul 31, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
Green Bay offers visitors more than just green and gold
There is a lot to do in Green Bay, WI. The National Railroad Museum would be the number one stop on my list.
Jul 30, 2012 - 9:00:00 AM
Model Railroad - Open House
Come down and visit one of the largest, most detailed railroad models in the area. A new garden railroad is being developed to join the N-scale and HO-scale layouts already in operation.
Jul 27, 2012 - 10:00:00 AM
Lackawanna Railroad Movie Set in 1:32
Here's an interesting website. A complete movie set for filming in 1:32 scale depicting any time between 1925 and 1970.
Jul 27, 2012 - 9:00:00 AM
Retired middle school teacher crafts outdoor model trains
Foster, 65, a retired middle school industrial arts teacher from Sheldon, Iowa, spent three years perfecting this, his garden railroad.
Jul 27, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
Garden train 'A hobby in progress'
The Plano couple also has 800 feet of large scale railroad tracks running through a myriad of wooden miniature buildings, tunnels and bridges.
Jul 23, 2012 - 1:52:14 PM
Legendary Union Pacific Railroad Steam Locomotive to Pull Cheyenne Frontier Days Special Train
Union Pacific Railroad's legendary steam locomotive No. 844 will pull a special train for "Denver Post Cheyenne Frontier Days".
Jul 20, 2012 - 7:00:00 AM
'Railroad Days' at Historic Cold Spring Village, July 28-29
All aboard! Historic Cold Spring Village's Annual Railroad Days will be held on Sat. and Sun., July 28-29
Jul 18, 2012 - 8:08:23 AM
Bill's back garden railway is a labour of love
Mr Barritt, aged 80, spent more than three years getting the miniature railway pieced together and has spent thousands of pounds on his labour of love.
Jul 16, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
Amtrak among U.S. railroads seeking to recruit more military veterans
Amtrak offers former military personnel a variety of career opportunities in both operational and nonoperational posts.
Jul 12, 2012 - 12:00:00 PM
First large-scale deployment of driverless heavy haul trains
Train operations on Rio Tinto's heavy haul iron ore railways in the Pilbara are to be fully automated by 2015 under two contracts announced on July 6.
Jul 11, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
All aboard in the backyard garden
The miniature railroad town materialized five years ago in Alison and Jerry Ogden's backyard.
Jul 10, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
Model Railroads of Southern California's thirty-third layout tour takes place Saturday, July 14
This will be a self-guided tour of fourteen layouts, including three garden railroads, at ten locations in the San Diego area.
Jul 9, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
All aboard, from Chicago Botanic Garden's summertime railroad
The Botanic Garden's railroad runs about 1,700 feet of track. The layouts are built around points of interest from throughout the United States.
Jul 5, 2012 - 9:31:04 AM
Deal saves Alaska Railroad from massive budget cut
The Alaska Railroad said Thursday that Congress has struck a deal to save it from a massive budget cut that could have meant large-scale layoffs.
Jul 2, 2012 - 8:00:00 AM
Follow us this Saturday as we tour a few Garden Railroads in Portland
We are going to Oregon to visit some friends for 4th of July. We are going down today and on Saturday we are going to visit a few Garden Railroads in the Portland area. We will try to post some videos up to the Keek site as we travel around on Saturday.
Jun 29, 2012 - 11:00:00 AM
Rockome garden railroad brings family together, gets back on track
At one time, this was the biggest garden railroad in the Midwest. Now they are trying to bring this back to like it used to be.
Jun 26, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
North Barrington amazing garden of trains on rare display
"Train Lady" Elaine Silets and her private model railroad gardens and museum will be open to the public June 23, 2012.
Jun 19, 2012 - 11:00:00 AM
Lewis Polk: Seminar on Growing the Hobby
At this year's East Coast Large Scale Train Show, Louis Polk shared his ideas on how we could each play a part in expanding our hobby. Watch this exclusive video and hear what Louis thinks you can do.
Jun 15, 2012 - 11:00:00 AM
Father's Day Events - 2012
I've updated the list with your sugesstions. It's time to start planning a road trip to a Father's Day Train Event. Here are just a few suggestions to get you started.
Jun 14, 2012 - 9:00:00 AM
Mud Creek Central Railroad offers a unique expirence
Located in Rapids, NY, Mud Creek Central Railroad is an outdoor area with 6,000 feet of track for large-scale railroading, along with a tunnel, bridges, engine house, turntable and more.
Jun 14, 2012 - 8:00:00 AM
Railroad Days Chug-A-Lugs once again to St. James
Railroad Days, one of St. James' biggest event, is nearly here, celebrating its 34th year of fun for the community.
Jun 11, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
Eaglewings Iron Craft - New Products - New Bridges - New Buildings
Watch this video about new buildings and bridges from Eaglewings Iron Craft. More detail and custom painting highlight these new products.
Jun 8, 2012 - 4:36:09 PM
Children's museum hosts Train Time event Saturday
Train enthusiasts are encouraged to hop on board the Children's Museum of New Hampshire on Sunday afternoon to take part in the museum's second Train Time event.
Jun 8, 2012 - 8:00:00 AM
Locomotive donations boost railroad group's bid to create park
Talk about a big donation. It was so big, it came via semi tractor-trailer. In April, the Las Vegas Railroad Society received two free locomotives and three coaches that are about 20 years old.
Jun 8, 2012 - 7:00:00 AM
See a three-engine train at Railroad Daze
Visitors to Railroad Daze this year will have a chance to see a locomotive with three engines, the Gen-Set owned by the Indiana Harbor Belt Railway.
Jun 8, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
Fascinating hobby of garden model railroading on display June 9-10 in 11 locations
It is a garden and model railroad enthusiast's "Dream Weekend" June 9-10 as the Greater Cincinnati Garden Railway Society (GCGRS) presents its 2012 Summer Layout Tour. The event is free to the public and is spread throughout numerous communities in Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky.
Jun 8, 2012 - 5:00:00 AM
Mini-Disneyland in his Backyard Garden
All aboard the Casey Jr. Train and welcome to Disneyland! Well, not exactly. Welcome to architect Dave Sheegog's backyard.
Jun 4, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
Handy Converter for Model Railroaders
Could you use one piece of software that handles all of your conversions and calculations from LED's to lumber to grades? I have one for you here.
May 25, 2012 - 11:00:00 AM
Albuquerque Backyard Garden Train Show
Enthusiasts from the New Mexico Garden Railroaders Club (NMGRR) will demonstrate how to bring backyard gardens to life with motion and sound.
May 24, 2012 - 12:00:00 PM
CP to lay off more than 3,000 workers due to Teamsters strike
Because of the Teamsters Canada Rail Conference (TCRC) strike launched early yesterday more than 2,000 "other unionized" employees are being laid off
May 24, 2012 - 10:00:00 AM
Norfolk Southern Heritage locomotives to gather in North Carolina
Norfolk Southern's Heritage locomotives will gather for a "family portrait" at the North Carolina Transportation Museum during the Fourth of July week.
May 24, 2012 - 8:16:58 AM
Father's Day Train Show
On Saturday, June 16, 2012 from 9AM until 4PM, the South Eastern Pennsylvania Garden Railway Society will set up a 40' by 50' floor display to benefit St Paul's Episcopal Church.
May 23, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
Trains attract children, adults in Union Bridge
The former station and train depot in Union Bridge was constructed in 1902. The Western Maryland Railway Historical Society has over 900 members all over the world.
May 22, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
Ten gorgeous abandoned train stations
Though much beautiful architecture tends to fall to pieces beautifully, there's something particularly fascinating about looking at a place that was once such a bustling center of activity after it has gone to seed.
May 21, 2012 - 8:32:32 AM
Cheyenne Depot Days
Model railroad fans stoke the firebox to get ready for Cheyenne Depot Days. The Union Pacific Steam Shop will be open to allow viewing of the roundhouse and Steam Shop.
May 18, 2012 - 10:30:00 AM
Blue Ridge Live Steamers Slowed by Flood Damage
A group of train enthusiasts based in Franklin County lost more than half the track they use to run their large scale replicas.
May 18, 2012 - 10:00:00 AM
Model Railroad Club Prepping for Spring Open House
Members of the Railroad Club in Sun City are busy preparing for their Spring Open House, cleaning and repairing over 50 buildings while adding special touches to the displays.
May 18, 2012 - 8:08:25 AM
Tuscaloosa train stations gets a "face lift"
The Tuscaloosa train station got a fresh coat of paint and some upgrades thanks to a local garden club's persistence.
May 18, 2012 - 7:55:18 AM
Ashmanhaugh Light Railway signals its 10th anniversary
The Ashmanhaugh Light Railway trundles around five acres of landscaped "back garden" near Hoveton that are now the setting for a rural branch line.
May 15, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
Ian builds railway line that never was
"It really is more between the model engineering side of things and the model railways, but I'm more into the artistic and the landscape side. It is physically hard work doing it."
May 14, 2012 - 8:10:22 AM
National Train Day celebrated in Danbury, CT
National Train Day will be celebrated Saturday, May 12, in Danbury, CT with spinning, hammering, connecting and coming apart.
May 9, 2012 - 8:00:00 AM
BTO Club 34th Anniversary Celebration
This is the the National Convention for the Big Train Operator Club, (BTOC), Tampa, FL May 7-12 2012. Layout Tours are scheduled for Thursday and Saturday.
May 9, 2012 - 8:00:00 AM
National Train Day
National Train Day is this weekend. It marks the 143rd anniversary of the creation of the nation's first transcontinental railroad, on May 10, 1869.
May 8, 2012 - 10:00:00 AM
Museum's trains are no small deal
With the Large Scale National Convention in Chicago this year, here is a place I've always wanted to go to, Hall of Transportation, "The Great Train Story".
May 7, 2012 - 11:04:58 AM
Farmpark features rail fun all weekend
Farmpark in Kirtland presents "Railroads in the Parks" Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Highlights include model trains, a railroad-themed play area, activities, historical exhibits and more.
May 4, 2012 - 10:00:00 AM
A $10 sound system for my SD45 - Part 2
My one part article of my $10 sound system has turned into a 4 part issue. This week I have some websites that will help you put some sound files together.
May 4, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
Amtrak unveils plan for fleet replacement
Amtrak released an updated version of its fleet plan outlining the railroad's approach to replace aging locomotives and rail cars to meet future high-speed and intercity passenger-rail service needs.
May 3, 2012 - 3:00:00 PM
Fernwood adds to railway garden
This season, a replica of the Niles City Hall will be added to Fernwood's permanent collection of scale models of local attractions, which include the Niles Train Depot, the St. Joseph Lighthouse, Buchanan's Pears Mill and more.
May 3, 2012 - 9:56:32 AM
Someone will be chuffed with this lot
A train buff's stunning collection of model steam engines that he used to drive around his back garden is set to sell for 250,000 GBP.
Apr 27, 2012 - 6:48:11 AM
Family working on the railroad store because son has passion for trains
One reason to become the owner of a small business is because you can't bear to see a place you've grown attached to close its doors.
Apr 26, 2012 - 6:41:17 AM
Central celebrates railroad history with festival
The Central Railroad Festival will pull into historic downtown Central Saturday, April 28, with music, great food and festivities for all ages.
Apr 23, 2012 - 1:24:00 AM
Garden railroad tour features 20 layouts around Valley
*REMINDER* Twenty model train layouts around the Valley will be open for tours April 21 & 22, for the 13th annual Garden Railroad Family Event. Admission is free.
Apr 20, 2012 - 9:00:00 AM
TSA gives Amtrak security program 'gold standard' rating
Amtrak has received high marks from TSA for establishing security and emergency awareness programs both internally and externally.
Apr 19, 2012 - 6:39:02 AM
Rosenberg Railroad Museum to Host Rail Fest 2012
Rosenberg Railroad Museum is proud to announce the upcoming Rail Fest 2012 in Historic Downtown Rosenberg. The "24 Hours of Rosenberg Rail" will begin Friday, April 20th at 4:00 pm at the Rosenberg Railroad Museum.
Apr 13, 2012 - 9:43:56 AM
The Taltree Railway Garden is now open
The Taltree Railway Garden tells amazing stories of American railroads in the context of a large display garden.
Apr 12, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
Discount USA Trains Is Online!
If you know what you are looking for, why are you forced to wade through all the other products you do not want? We feel the same way. That is why we created www.DiscountUSATrains.com.
Apr 6, 2012 - 11:21:44 AM
New Hope Valley Railway Begins 2012 Season April 22 with Science Activities
New Hope Valley Railway (NHVR), the Triangle's Train, will kick off its 2012 season on Sunday, April 22, with a full-day of free demonstrations and kids' activities as well as its regularly scheduled steam and diesel locomotive train rides.
Apr 5, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
Florida April in the garden: Your to-do list
Average temperature: High 83, low 60; Rainfall: 2.42 inches. Yes it's April in Florida. Here's your to do list while I unthaw.
Apr 4, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
Annual Spring Open House at the Break Time Railroad
Bring your trains to the Break Time Railroad in Modesto, CA. Large outdoor G-gauge layout, 1/8 scale live steam, potluck, FUN.
Apr 2, 2012 - 10:00:00 AM
Amtrak Exhibit Train to make Wilmington stop, 4-1-12
The Amtrak Exhibit Train , a unique traveling display showcasing memorabilia from the 40-years of Amtrak railroad history is touring the country and is stopping this weekend at the Wilmington Train Station. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Apr 1st
Apr 1, 2012 - 6:47:00 AM
Train enthusiasts fear end of Amtrak service in Northern New Mexico
Twice a day, Amtrak's Southwest Chief pulls into the sleepy railroad depot in Lamy, N.M. The rest of the day, the station is deserted.
Apr 1, 2012 - 6:38:44 AM
Homeowner builds model railroad in basement
Rogers was inspired to create his own railroad after visiting a former colleague's home in San Diego.
Mar 30, 2012 - 3:44:12 AM
Illiana Garden Railway Society to Host Eggliner Day in June
Eggs-actly on June 23, 2012 there will be a plethora of G- scale Eggliners zipping up and down the IGRS Bull Moose Train Garden in Valparaiso, Indiana.
Mar 28, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
Public Invited to Watch Garden Trains Every Saturday Through October
Set off by a three tiered waterfall and pond, the 2000 square foot raised layout has more than 500 running feet of track.
Mar 27, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
Florida East Coast Industries to develop private passenger-rail service
Florida Gov. Rick Scott killed the state's high-speed rail project. Now, a privately owned railroad has plans to implement passenger-rail service connecting Orlando and South Florida.
Mar 26, 2012 - 12:22:35 PM
Rosario Dawson Joins Amtrak to Celebrate National Train Day
Award-winning actress, writer and philanthropist Rosario Dawson will serve as spokesperson for the 5th Annual National Train Day, May 12th, 2012
Mar 17, 2012 - 1:27:17 PM
Model rail enthusiast sues neighbour after flooding derails steam train
A model railway enthusiast who claims flooding from a neighbour's garden has "swamped" his lawn and silenced his beloved steam engines is battling for over 200,000 Pounds compensation.
Mar 15, 2012 - 9:11:37 AM
Your Favorite Websites
A past Tuesday Topic talked about what your favorite websites were other than the usual Large Scale sites. That information is complied here for you to enjoy.
Mar 14, 2012 - 9:00:00 AM
2012 East Coast Large Scale Train Show: Getting Ready
The 15th annual East Coast Large Scale Train Show (ECLSTS) will open Friday, March 23rd in the Memorial Hall at the York Fairgrounds in York, Pennsylvania. This year the show will run for two days with the show open at 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Friday and 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.Saturday.
Mar 9, 2012 - 11:00:00 AM
Black River & Western Railroad opens 2012 season
Hunterdon County's own Black River & Western Railroad opens its operating season with the Easter Bunny Express on March 31.
Mar 9, 2012 - 9:00:37 AM
Annual garden rail tour on track
The Rails in the Garden Tour is a self-guided, driving tour of eight garden railways. Tickets include maps and directions to each railroad.
Mar 5, 2012 - 10:04:40 AM
1st Annual Quad Cities Model Railroad Show
1st Annual Quad Cities Model Railroad Show will be held on March 31st in Davenport, IA.
Mar 1, 2012 - 9:23:39 AM
**UPDATE** - Aristo-Craft Sale
For those of you interested in the Aristo-Craft sale here is an update direct from Scott Polk.
Feb 28, 2012 - 4:00:00 PM
Aristocraft takes 40% leap, backwards!
40% off MSRP all in stock G scale items with free shipping on orders over $200. It only happens every February 29th. Get your list together.
Feb 27, 2012 - 4:38:59 PM
*PRESS RELEASE* Bachmann's announces new brass track
Bachmann's new brass track is for indoor and outdoor use. Plastic ties are made with ultraviolet stabilizer to preserve them in heat and sunlight. Shipping now.
Feb 24, 2012 - 10:00:00 AM
Building Maintaining and Operating Garden Railways Workshop
The Sacramento Valley Garden Railway Society will host a workshop on March 10, 2012. All are welcome to attend.
Feb 24, 2012 - 9:00:00 AM
Make tracks to the museum
The Riding the Rails event features a garden railroad display in the Surrey Museum's hall, catering to the kid in all of us.
Feb 23, 2012 - 6:36:35 PM
Invest $518 Million in Driverless Iron Ore Trains
The company already operates five driverless iron ore haulage trucks at one of its Pilbara operations. Almost all 41 train sets will go driverless.
Feb 20, 2012 - 9:00:00 AM
All Aboard Living Desert's Train Garden Team
Palm Desert's zoo is looking for model train volunteers to join the Train Garden Team and work on the grand outdoor train display.
Feb 9, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
VES Enterprises offers discount at East Coast Show
VES Enterprises will offer an opportunity for you to save 10% off of any structure at their booth this March 23rd & 24th at the ECLSTS.
Feb 8, 2012 - 9:00:00 AM
Model train showcase to launch this weekend
Trains will clickety-clack down the tracks of elaborate model railroad displays the Sundance Central group has created at the new Suncoast Center for Fine Scale Modeling.
Feb 7, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
Texas Garden Guru: Get outside and prepare your yard for spring
The Star-Telegram in Fort Worth has some gardening suggestions for spring. Maybe they apply to your area too?
Feb 6, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
Railroads to invest $13 billion this year, hire 15,000 workers
Here is some good news for the real train world. The Assn. of American Railroads also said that the railroads would hire 15,000 workers, replacing retired employees and adding new positions across the U.S.
Feb 2, 2012 - 2:00:00 PM
VIDEO: USA Trains Extruded Aluminum Tank Cars 55, 42, 29 Foot
Come check out the USA Trains Extruded Aluminum Tank Cars for your Garden Railroad. These are available in 55 foot, 42 foot, and 29 foot. So no matter how small your radius curves are they have the size you can run on your modern Garden Railway.
Jan 27, 2012 - 10:00:00 AM
VIDEO: Emily Coaches from Thomas and Friends and Lyn 2-4-2 Together from Bachmann Trains
We recently did reviews on the Emily Coaches from Thomas and Friends and the Lyn 2-4-2 from Bachmann Trains. We wondered what would happen if we put the Emily Coaches behind the Lyn 2-4-2.
Jan 20, 2012 - 8:00:00 AM
Wild West Building Frontages
Here's a new product I came across while looking for Garden Railroad videos. They are cast resin American Wild Western style building frontages and boardwalk kits for G gauge railways.
Jan 18, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
The Columbus Garden Railway Society launches new website
The Columbus Garden Railway Society (CGRS) has a new website. The CGRS is a unique, organization whose goals are to have fun with garden railroading and the sharing of information.
Jan 17, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
Demarest Garden Club project earns regional award
The Demarest Garden Club's Ed's Garden Railroad Project has topped projects from six states to win the Civic Development Award.
Jan 16, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
Canada train journey: high life on the Train de Charlevoix
A newly restored loggers' railway offers a scenic route from Quebec City to a region known as the "Garden of Canada".
Jan 13, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
Amtrak outlines priorities for 2012
Following another year of ridership gains in fiscal year 2011, Amtrak officials announced what they term an "aggressive" agenda for 2012 that calls for service growth and operational improvements.
Jan 12, 2012 - 10:40:58 AM
Attention train fans: Railroad Museum of PA announces 2012 events
Experience the awe-inspiring power of trains and the fascinating heritage of our nation's railroading on display during 2012 at the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania.
Jan 11, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
Exhibition adds fun to Conservatory of Flowers
The Playland at the Conservatory exhibition, on display until April 15, is a new benchmark for an organization that has been trying to lure in demographics that might not normally visit a plant-themed destination.
Jan 10, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
Colorado Railroad Museum pays tribute to trains, tradition
The museum's collection includes early steam locomotives, contemporary diesel, cabooses, passenger cars and a variety of freight cars.
Jan 9, 2012 - 10:07:17 AM
Celebrations this week will mark the Ghost Town & Calico Railroad's anniversary
While other attractions here have come and gone, the Ghost Town & Calico Railroad, like its 120-year-old steam engine, has endured. And thank goodness, so has the chicken dinner.
Jan 7, 2012 - 9:47:37 AM
***Press Release*** - Woodland Scenics
"The good news is that no one was hurt during the fire or evacuation process. The bad news is that it took out a couple of our manufacturing buildings."
Jan 7, 2012 - 9:39:27 AM
EXTRA - Woodland Scenics burning in Linn Creek
"Fire officials in Linn Creek are battling a structure fire Thursday afternoon. Woodland Scenics is currently on fire."
Jan 6, 2012 - 6:56:46 AM
Nazareth Area Society of Model Engineers enjoys workin' on the railroad
If you just want to watch some trains run, four displays of miniature passenger trains zipping along tracks through carefully designed landscapes are set up in Stockertown, PA.
Jan 5, 2012 - 3:00:00 PM
Curl up with Organic Gardening
The magazine has evolved from being a scientific bore into a environmentally helpful publication with fun mainstream articles.
Jan 3, 2012 - 6:00:00 AM
Scott H. Polk is named President of Polk's Model Craft Hobbies Inc.
Effective January 1st, 2012 Scott H. Polk, former Executive Director of the Hobby Industry Association has been appointed the new President of Polk's Hobby; Aristo-Craft Trains and RMT by AristO.
Jan 2, 2012 - 8:06:36 AM
Imagination Abounds on the Garden Railway
Check out the U.S. Botanic Garden. Running until Jan. 2, the Garden Railway truly is magical.
Dec 26, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Trains, trams and miniatures
So far the 7 1/4 inch gauge track features a bridge over a dry creek bed and a tunnel under the driveway to their home.
Dec 22, 2011 - 12:00:00 PM
Winter Garden a Glow Returns to Idaho Botanical Garden
The Southern Idaho Garden Railway Society has set up a G-scale model train in the English Garden, which will be on display through Saturday, Dec. 31.
Dec 22, 2011 - 10:00:00 AM
Gardenland Express Chugs Into the Missouri Botanical Garden
The Missouri Botanical Garden's "Gardenland Express" holiday display is a throwback to an era people cherish and miss.
Dec 19, 2011 - 7:04:13 AM
McKee Botanical Garden's
McKee Botanical Garden's large-scale model trains are ready to welcome visitors to "Holidays at McKee". The event will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Dec. 15 through 18.
Dec 15, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Open-house holiday railroad tours are on track
Members of the Arizona Big Train Operators group have been working on their railroads in preparation for their annual Christmas Open House Tours. The home tours are from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday and Dec. 17 and 18.
Dec 13, 2011 - 8:59:39 AM
Holiday Model Train Show
Small towns, train stops, and other structures dot the landscape. Keep an eye out for whimsical surprises such as the Grinch, reindeer playing reindeer games & North Pole City.
Dec 12, 2011 - 11:00:00 AM
NYBG annual Train Show celebrates with panache
Describing the New York Botanical Garden's annual holiday offering as a "train show" would be a lot like characterizing Santa Claus as "a guy with a white beard."
Dec 7, 2011 - 6:31:05 AM
Visit with Santa Claus aboard vintage rail car
Nevada families enjoy convenient access to several holiday excursion trains offered by short line railways within the state and in nearby northern Arizona.
Dec 6, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Get out in the cold
Visiting Longwood Gardens, Hershey Gardens or the gardens at Morris Arboretum at this time of year is like walking into a Christmas card and emerging with the comfort and joy of the holiday season.
Dec 5, 2011 - 7:00:00 AM
Christmas Magic delights crowds for the holidays
"I like Thomas the Train," the excited 4-year-old explained, alluding to the Susquehanna Valley Garden Railroad Society's train garden in one of the pavilions. "He goes 'round the track."
Dec 2, 2011 - 8:00:00 AM
Holiday Steam Up will open doors of Staver Locomotive to the public
The place is Staver Locomotive, owned by Larry Staver and Amy O'Neill, and it houses Staver's collection of miniature steam engine trains.
Dec 2, 2011 - 7:00:00 AM
Eaglewing's 8th Annual Holiday Event
This annual holiday event began 8 years ago with an emphasis on family fun, as well as focusing on raising funds for Make-A-Wish Foundation of AZ.
Nov 29, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Holiday Express Train Show - Connecticut G-Scalers Club
A dazzling, train-filled experience that's FUN for ALL AGES!
Festive scenic layouts, model trains, collectibles and more! December 3 - January 2, 2012
Nov 23, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
This science professor tells why the miniature trains he builds definitely aren't toys
The green Owain Glyndwr locomotive that gleams on the windowsill in the dining room is just one part of an extensive collection.
Nov 22, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Family forgoes Thanksgiving to run model trains for charity
Model trains, not turkey, top the Thanksgiving menu for the Schumm family of Harford County.
Nov 21, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Model train travels to 'Deadwood'
Wayne Asbury doesn't mind having a railroad running through his Vandenberg Village backyard - after all, he put it there.
Nov 18, 2011 - 8:00:00 AM
Train display returns to Shore Mall
The Atlantic County 4-H Model Railroad Club, the New Jersey Southern N-Trak Model Railroad Club, the Atlantic Shore Model Railroad Club and South Jersey Garden Railway Society sponsor the display.
Nov 18, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Reducing train deaths means restricting access
Can you legislate comon sense? The newly assembled New Jersey Safety at Railroad Crossings Leadership Oversight Committee is looking at ways to do just that.
Nov 17, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Landscaping on the right track
An 80-by-80-foot vegetable garden was transformed into two miniature villages with a river, waterfall and battery-operated train.
Nov 16, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Trains and Steaks, Just a short flight
Looking for a great place to eat, where LGB trains deliver your drinks and run around the restaurant? Here is the place for you.
Nov 15, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Trains, history and art draw crowds to Bordentown City
The multi-venue event paid homage to the John Bull locomotive, which first roared out of the city in 1831.
Nov 14, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
VIDEO: Bachmann 2-4-2T Lyn Steam Locomotive
Bachmann has reintroduced there 2-4-2T Large Scale Lyn Steam Locomotive. This is a great model and is a great improvement of the model that they introduced in 1994. Get a detailed and HD look at at this engine.
Nov 10, 2011 - 8:00:00 AM
Train lovers await Whistlestop Weekend
At Whistlestop Weekend, every scale and size model train is demonstrated, including the O-gauge, which Fisher says was used in creating the children's hospital train.
Nov 10, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
The 2011 VETERAN'S DAY TRIBUTE
The 2011 VETERAN'S DAY TRIBUTE has now been posted to the RMT website. Please feel free to share it with your friends and family.
Nov 9, 2011 - 11:00:00 AM
Lackawanna Historical Society announces Model Trains program
The Lackawanna Historical Society announces the program "Model Trains through the Ages" in partnership with Steamtown National Historic Site.
Nov 9, 2011 - 11:00:00 AM
Catch a train for the holidays
Each year, visitors come from near and far to view the magical model train display at the club's annual Holiday Open House at the New Holland retirement community.
Nov 8, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Man crushed by garden model train at his Wilmcote home
Our trains are fun. But the reality is there is an inherent danger whenever we work or play outside.
Nov 7, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Holiday News from St. Aubin
St. Aubin has some special news for the Holiday Season. They will be attending Trainfest, longer store hours and Santa will be hanging out at the store. Read the full press release for more.
Nov 4, 2011 - 10:00:00 AM
Amtrak California locomotives to exceed EPA emission standards
The project calls for retrofitting 3,200-horsepower locomotive engines with emission-control equipment. Smog-forming emissions will be reduced by 43 percent.
Oct 29, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Gaithersburg looking for new stations for fiberglass train
To keep the city's All Aboard the Art Train initiative rolling, officials are looking for new stations for a recently refurbished fiberglass locomotive.
Oct 27, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
VIDEO: LGB Tour in Nuernberg, Germany (2005)
What seems like a long time ago, LGB created trains in Germany. We had the chance to take the factory tour and shoot some video back in 2005. We have remaster the videos in a higher definition and have uploaded them for you to enjoy. Nothing like a bit of nostalgia to remind you of the good old days. Watch all three parts.
Oct 25, 2011 - 10:00:00 AM
Mattel to buy Thomas the Tank Engine
The maker of the Barbie doll, Hot Wheels and Fisher-Price toys is buying HIT in a $680m cash deal. It means Mattel will now own all the rights to Thomas the Tank Engine.
Oct 25, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Model railroader also has passion for the real thing
Model train lovers have been known to be enthusiastic about their hobby, but Andrew Blackburn takes his love of the rail to a whole new level.
Oct 17, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
At Phipps, nostalgia arrives in shades of autumn
In the South Conservatory, visitors can see this year's version of the popular Garden Railroad. The theme of the railroad is "Get Moving".
Oct 14, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Chug your way to the Pumpkin Patch
You can chug, chug, chug your way to the Pumpkin Patch 2011 on a vintage train at Danbury Railway Museum, Danbury, CT.
Oct 13, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
San Leandro Outdoor Railway Open House
The G&O Outdoor Railway will be open on Sunday October 16, 2011 during the BAGRS' East Bay District Tours. The G&O Railroad is located in Thrasher Park, in San Leandro CA.
Oct 12, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Clark Gardens adds scarecrow trails for October
They have more than 1,200 feet of track running through this area of the gardens with the trains coming through the station and stopping at the miniature depots.
Oct 11, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Get family fun on track at the Fillmore & Western Railway
Fillmore & Western Railway will offer a variety of rides in October. All trips depart from the station in Central Park, Fillmore, CA. Reservations are required.
Oct 10, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
"All aboard!" the Cinder Curve and Northern Railroad.
Beginning with 1,000 feet of track, Tom has added another 700 feet. The layout includes loops at each end with manually-operated switches.
Oct 5, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Valparaiso offers a 'Valley of Paradise'
Imagine a model train layout covering an acre with trains coming and going everywhere across 30 bridges and through all kinds of topography with about 500 varieties of plants
Oct 4, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Swiss bliss on the world's slowest express
This may be a trip for your "Someday List". Ireland and Switzerland are on my list. It's fun to dream.
Oct 3, 2011 - 8:00:00 AM
South Africa's Garden Route loses its 'Choo Tjoe'
Pictures may be all that's left of the Outeniqua Choo Tjoe, which hasn't plied its regular route since floods in August 2006 severely damaged the tracks.
Sep 27, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Longwood Gardens - GARDEN RAILWAY
Imaginations embark on a journey through a marvelous landscape and fanciful miniature railway in the Idea Garden.
Sep 26, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Libertyville's Lambs Farm Train Days
Kids will be at the controls when model trains zoom around the tracks during Train Days, September 24 & 25.
Sep 22, 2011 - 7:00:00 AM
The Way of Cuba's Trains
Trains always seem to be a common language between people even if you can't visit each other.
Sep 21, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Displays Galore at Model Railway Show
The model railway show has supported many local causes, including the Times Colonist Christmas Fund.
Sep 19, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
"EXCLUSIVE" - Emily's Coaches from Bachmann
Come and see a detailed video on the latest offering from Bachmann Trains in the "Thomas the Train" collection. Only from LSOL.com
Sep 16, 2011 - 1:00:00 PM
2011 FALL ECLSTS LSOL.com Banquet
() The 2011 LSOL.com banquet at the Fall ECLSTS is going to happen again this year. There will be door prizes, good food, and some special guests. So make sure you read all about it and arrive early as seating is limited.
Sep 16, 2011 - 10:00:00 AM
Railroad Days celebration just down the tracks
Railroad activities will be taking place all weekend long, October 1st and 2nd, including a visit by a train from the Western Pacific Railroad Museum in Portola.
Sep 16, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Movie Projectionist Switches Tracks to Become Railroad Mogul
Wilkinson devised elaborate track layouts, then invested in hardware and toiled in his spare time to build working scale models.
Sep 15, 2011 - 12:00:00 PM
Rocky Serenade
Rocky Mountaineer offers over 45 unique train vacation packages ranging from 25 to 2 days on four distinctive rail routes.
Sep 13, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Garden railway runs through family's joined yards
All three backyards off Pawnee and Southeast Boulevard form one unbroken territory of trains running in between them at will.
Sep 12, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Phillip LaCoste, 16, wins the My Alberta SouthWest Video Contest with his submission, "Ultimate Trains"
A video contest promoting the Alberta SouthWest Regional Alliance is a feather in the cap for a local videographer and for Ultimate Trains.
Sep 8, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Huggins' hobby is right on track
For more than 10 years, he has hosted an open house on the Saturday after Labor Day. On Saturday, Sept. 10, people will get a chance to see Kevin's garden railroad.
Sep 7, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Imaginative gardeners build tracks through backyards
Spokane is a railroad town. While trains are a common daily sight, some of the most scenic lines run right through local gardens.
Sep 6, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Model Train Display and Lecture at Avalon Library
The Avalon Free Public Library will hold a model train display and lecture on Wednesday, September 7 at 6:30 p.m.
Sep 5, 2011 - 9:00:00 AM
Goleta museum to hold Railroad Days Sept. 17-18
Two fun-filled days of trains and railroad action await visitors to the South Coast Railroad Museum on Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 17 and 18.
Sep 5, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Irene makes tracks through railroad display
The fallen oak damaged some of the miniature buildings the Browns have collected over the years of their shared railroading project.
Sep 2, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Central Arkansas Model Railroad Club
Central Arkansas Model Railroad Club members and interested train hobbyists are planning to travel to Garvan Gardens on Saturday, Oct. 1.
Sep 1, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Full steam ahead as anonymous donor rescues Fry Model Railway Museum
A 93 year old retired farmer has come to the rescue of Malahide's famous thatched house, Casino House, and a model railway museum that was recently evicted from its home.
Aug 31, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Wet or Dry, weather still tough on 1:1 railroads
UP continues to combat hot, dry conditions in central Texas. Railroads on East Coast continue to deal with Hurricane Irene's wrath. Weather affects our bigger brothers too.
Aug 30, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
The New York Central System Historical Society
The New York Central System Historical Society (NYCSHS) was organized in March 1970 by the combined efforts of several former employees of the New York Central Railroad.
Aug 29, 2011 - 9:00:00 AM
U.S. transportation secretary moves to protect Northeast Corridor upgrades
Good news for Northeast Corridor passengers - America's most traveled rail line. $450 million worth of good news.
Aug 26, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Tennessee Valley RAILFEST
Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum will be celebrating its 50th Anniversary with a special multi-day celebration over Labor Day weekend, Sept 3, 4 & 5, with additional activities on Sept 1 & 2.
Aug 24, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Piedmont Pilgrimage Open House Layout Tour
The Piedmont Pilgrimage is presented each year in celebration of Model Railroad month. It runs from mid-October to the end of November.
Aug 23, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Hamilton's Great Chocolate Train Festival
A unique blend of chocolate and train themed exhibits and events, the festival is a celebration of the historic railroad chocolate spill of 1955 in Hamilton. An O&W Train filled with Nestles Crunch Bars and Nestles Quik derailed and spilled chocolate everywhere.
Aug 22, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
All aboard for Railroad Days in Snoqualmie
The town of Snoqualmie celebrates its origins as a railroad and logging town and home of the Snoqualmie Nation at the Railroad Days festival this weekend.
Aug 18, 2011 - 6:00:00 PM
Celebrate Circus Week at the Morris Arboretum Garden Railway
To celebrate Circus Week at the Morris Arboretum Garden Railway from Aug. 28 - Sept. 5 the Arboretum is proud to present Give and Take - The Little Circus.
Aug 17, 2011 - 8:00:00 AM
Penn Station's Missing Grandeur
The station name comes from the almost mythic old American company, the Pennsylvania Railroad, the main competitor of the New York Central.
Aug 16, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Garden Railway Tour reveals a painstaking hobby
The tour on Saturday, Aug. 20, is a chance for these hobbyists to show off their railroad layouts as well as an opportunity for the South County Railroaders to gather food and funds for hunger relief.
Aug 15, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Mud Creek Central rolls out its stock
LOCKPORT, NY - All aboard for a family-friendly ride on Niagara County's newest railroad - the Mud Creek Central. Never mind that the scale-model railroad is only an eighth the size of a real railroad.
Aug 13, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
The Brickyard Railroad
I have been a Model Railroader forever. My father built my brother and me a train room in the back yard where we made many HO railroads over the years. I joined the Bay Area Garden Rail Society (BAGRS); And so it started...
Aug 11, 2011 - 8:00:00 AM
Hybrid locomotives to number 500 by 2020
For those of you who use battery power, you have a leg up on the full size guys. But they are not far behind.
Aug 11, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Issaquah train show features models of all sizes
Visitors can ride the depot pump car, and the depot's own model train set will be in motion.
Aug 10, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
31st Annual Orrville Railroad Day
The Orrville Railroad Heritage Society will have its 31st annual Orrville Railroad Day 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 13.
Aug 9, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Working On The Railroad
A sizable chunk of his rural Saline County property has been taken over by the North Ohio Central Railroad, but don't expect to inquire about freight rates unless the shipment is really tiny.
Aug 8, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Saturday 8/06/2011, Model Train Event at Palmetto Historical Park
The Florida Garden Railway Society and Real Rail will be visiting and bringing their model trains. There will be trains set up all over the park as well as two Speeders.
Aug 5, 2011 - 4:00:00 PM
Arboretum's construction project comes to fruition
The Railway Garden, a model train travels a track that weaves its way among tiny buildings and carefully placed plants.
Aug 5, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Rock Island, IL - Little Conductors Day
All aboard! Kids of all ages are invited to roll on down to the Botanical Center for an afternoon dedicated to riding the rails!
Aug 4, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
All Aboard For Camaraderie
The nonprofit Northern Minnesota Railroad Heritage Association started in 2006 as the Northern Trackers Railroad Club. Read their latest news.
Aug 3, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
All aboard!
A 50-foot by 18-foot large scale model railroad will be on display at the Mesa Main Library August 1st through 6th to celebrate Arizona's Centennial.
Aug 1, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Caboose is Official Start of the Train Garden
The Train Garden is the current priority project of the Arts & Recreation Foundation of Overland Park. Thanks to a generous $100,000 gift from the Friends of the Arboretum, Phase I is now underway.
Jul 28, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
California's bullet train plans moment of truth
California's futuristic plans for 220-mph bullet trains linking the Bay Area with Los Angeles and beyond are facing a moment of truth.
Jul 26, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Amtrak Cascades surpassed ridership records in second quarter
Ridership in April, May and June between Vancouver, British Columbia, and Eugene, Ore., soared 8 percent to 231,194 passengers.
Jul 26, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Wickham Park Miniature Railroad
Located in Manchester, CT, a railroad has come to town at Wickham Park's Sensory Garden.
Jul 25, 2011 - 10:29:43 AM
Wedding day on miniature railway is just the ticket!
For most people, choosing the perfect wedding venue can be a nightmare. But if you both love trains...
Jul 23, 2011 - 7:00:00 AM
New USA Trains Product Arrivals
USA Trains announced the arrival of their 60 Foot Double and Single Door Box Cars. All have 2 to 3 Road Numbers.
Jul 21, 2011 - 9:00:00 AM
Amtrak to resume Empire Builder service next week
Amtrak and the predecessors of BNSF have together operated the Empire Builder since 1929, and no one can recall as much flooding and disruption on the route in these 82 years.
Jul 20, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Keep An Eye On Your Track
What would you do to get more track for your Large Scale layout? What if you modeled 1:1?
Jul 19, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Free Model Train Summer Tour July 23-24
Greater Cincinnati Garden Railway Society; Free-to-the-public outdoor large-scale (G-Scale) model trains will be on display at eight locations throughout the area.
Jul 18, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Best small garden: Glen Stegmiller, Sykesville
Stegmiller says he used to have a train garden in his basement, but he never had time to play with it. Now he can play with his trains while he's outside mowing the grass and working in the yard.
Jul 16, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Twenty senators seek $2.2 billion for Amtrak
20 senators have sent a letter to Senate Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development leaders calling for $2.2 billion for Amtrak's intercity passenger-rail service.
Jul 16, 2011 - 3:00:00 AM
Traveling railroad exhibit makes first Kent County stop in Dover
Delaware has many ties to the railroad industry. When railroads weren't bringing jobs upstate, they were connecting travelers and ship agriculture.
Jul 15, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Enjoy 'Summer Steam Days' at Savannah museum
A Savannah railroad museum is firing up a nearly century old steam locomotive this summer.
Jul 14, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
All Aboard for Railroad Days 2011
On July 16th & July 17th, 2011, Lauritzen Gardens, The Durham Museum, the Union Pacific Railroad Museum, the RailsWest Railroad Museum, and the Historic General Dodge House are coming together to celebrate Omaha and Council Bluff's rich railroad heritage.
Jul 14, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Garden Railroad Tour will be held Saturday, July 16
When most people think of a model train set, what they have in mind travels around the dining room table, or perhaps through a setup in the basement.
Jul 12, 2011 - 3:00:00 PM
Carl Arendt - A Tribute to a Micro Modeler
Webmaster Carl Arendt has put together a collection of the most ingenious small area layouts for all scales, Z to G.
Jul 11, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
All aboard the Garden Railroad
When Jay Root moved to Fuquay-Varina, N.C. from Mich. he took on the daunting task of building a new garden railroad in his back yard.
Jul 9, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Celebrate with Amtrak - 40 Years
To commemorate Amtrak's 40th Anniversary, they put together a special train with displays of photos, uniforms, china, and memorabilia from America's Railroad while also offering a glimpse into the future.
Jul 7, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Clamshell Railroad Days returns to CPHM July 16-17
Ilwaco, WA - Clamshell Railroad Days 2011 at the Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum (CPHM) in Ilwaco will be July 16 and 17.
Jul 6, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Central New York Large-Scale Railway Society Garden Tours
The Central New York Large-Scale Railway Society has 3 Railroads scheduled for an open house on July 9th.
Jul 5, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
West Florida Railroad Museum
The last train pulled out of the depot which closed back in 1973 and later bought by the Santa Rosa Historical Society and was partially restored with a 1976 Bicentennial grant.
Jul 4, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Train struck by lightning breaks down in tunnel
Even real train trains get stuck in the most inaccessible areas. I thought it was just mine.
Jul 1, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
German rail fan is milestone Spike visitor
The 100,000th visitor was Franc Gerhardt, who lives on the island of Reichanau in southern Germany. Mr. Gerhardt is also a Garden Train modeler.
Jun 30, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Model train, dog playground to be featured in Saturday garden tour in Sequim, WA
A self-guided tour of eight Sequim gardens is planned from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. during the 18th annual Petals & Pathways Home Garden Tour, sponsored by the Master Gardener Foundation of Clallam County.
Jun 29, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Norfolk's light-rail service to launch Aug. 19
Virginia's first light-rail system will open to the public at 6 a.m. on Aug. 19 in Norfolk, including three days of free introductory service.
Jun 27, 2011 - 9:00:00 AM
Good News - Oregon bill annexes Coos Bay line into port district
Earlier this year, the port received a $13.5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation to help fund $24 million worth of repairs to the line.
Jun 23, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Bad News - New Mexico Rail Runner to eliminate weekend service
The Rio Metro Regional Transit District Board recently voted to eliminate New Mexico Rail Runner Express weekend service as part of an effort to balance the fiscal-year 2012 budget.
Jun 23, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Chugging Through the Barr's Backyard
Ra Barr, a retiree and former Powder Springs city councilman, and his wife Barbara, an area nurse, recently completed a miniature railway system in their home's backyard.
Jun 22, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Wandering Tree hosts a garden party to remember
Many people know North Barrington resident Elaine Silets simply as "The Train Lady". Silets' 10-acre property, Wandering Tree, features a 2,600-foot railway.
Jun 21, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Forgotten Railroad's Land Makes a Great Back Porch
You'd never know it from the looks of the swimming pool, back porches and patios but they occupy a 20-foot-wide corridor that is officially a railroad right-of-way.
Jun 20, 2011 - 7:00:00 AM
Train station getting a needed facelift
The cosmetic work on the old building is being done to honour the history of the tiny community
Jun 18, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Rose City Garden Railway Society Summer Tour 2011
This event is held every year on the Saturday of Father's Day weekend (June 18th). 9 railroads makeup this years tour of the Portland, OR area.
Jun 17, 2011 - 10:00:00 AM
Chugging Trains - prepare to be swept away!
Another happy visitor to the Morris Arboretum tells her story of the great Garden Railway exhibition put together for this year's showing.
Jun 15, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Garden Trains a hobby for all ages
Paul Vecker has been interested in trains since he was 10 years old and he is always looking for a new hobby to work on and garden trains make for the perfect project.
Jun 14, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Exploring a Cornerstone of Wayzata's History
The first train arrived in Wayzata on the St. Paul & Pacific Railroad track in 1867. The line started 25 miles away at the St. Paul Station.
Jun 13, 2011 - 6:29:45 AM
May marked 19 consecutive months of Amtrak ridership growth
May ridership reached a record 2.6 million, marking the 19th straight month of growth, Amtrak officials said in a prepared statement.
Jun 11, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Southern Oregon railroad park rides to 30th anniversary
Ride the rails with the Medford Railroad Park on its 30th anniversary. "And we opened up the park free of charge. This is our 30th year and it's still free of charge."
Jun 10, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Solar Tunnel will power 4,000 trains a year
Europe's first ever Solar Tunnel is now powering high-speed trains running between Paris and Amsterdam. The 186mph trains tap into the solar energy as they pass through the tunnel.
Jun 9, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Tucson train museum brings back memories
The 6,000-square-foot museum features five major layouts in varying scales with 18 separate tracks and includes toy trains from the early 1900s to the newest models.
Jun 8, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Warren, OH - Riverside Railroad Train Club Open House
The Riverside Railroad Train Club, the Mahoning Valley's only large-scale Garden Railroad Club, will hold an open house from 1 to 5 p.m. June 12
Jun 7, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
7th annual Moberly Railroad Days set for June 8 - 11
Moberly, MO will host the 7th annual Moberly Railroad Days. Railroad Museum, Magic City Express Mini Train rides and a 5 K run/walk are just some of the events.
Jun 6, 2011 - 7:00:00 AM
Utica, IN - Find some peace and quiet in Utica's Hidden Hill Nursery
Hidden Hill will host Train Day on Sunday, when the creator of the trains will offer advice on adding trains to gardens.
Jun 3, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Amarillo, TX - Mother sticks by pledge
This story will tug at your heartstrings. The love of a mother for her son lives on after EVRYTHING else is gone.
Jun 2, 2011 - 9:15:00 AM
Planes, Trains and Elevators to entertain this weekend
Bring the entire family to Nanton, Alberta for a fun-filled day enjoying our Planes, Trains, and Elevators. The 2011 Western Canadian Regional Model Contest is also being held.
Jun 2, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Union Pacific Railroad
Building a transcontinental railroad was first discussed by congress in the 1830's. In 1862 the Northern Congress passed a bill which chartered the Union Pacific Railroad Company to start the project.
Jun 1, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Loganville, GA - Vines Garden Railroad open Sundays
The G-scale railroad at Vines features more than 1,000 feet of track, a 25-foot bridge, tunnels and viaducts, towns and villages.
May 31, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Concord, CA - KidFest continues through today
"One display, from the Bay Area GRS, was part model railway, part garden. It was a work in progress that was a hit with kids and adult train fans alike."
May 30, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Improved train service on the Cascades?
Washington State accepted $780 million in federal stimulus money aimed at improving rail transportation. Will they?
May 28, 2011 - 7:00:00 AM
Northern Colorado Garden Railroaders will host its 7th annual Garden Railroads on Tour June 4
The tour allows the public to see the variety of techniques and concepts used in building a garden railroad.
May 27, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Albuquerque Botanic Garden Backyard Garden Train Show
The Backyard Garden Train Show features G-scale trains May 28 and 29 at the Botanic Garden. Find out more here.
May 26, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
All aboard at Akron Zoo
An addition to the park, a bright red, solar-powered train named the A&K Wilber Express, could be a huge attraction when it opens Saturday.
May 25, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Botanic Garden's train exhibit chugs along
12 years ago it was supposed to be a one time train exhibit. Well this year it's time to do it again.
May 24, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Metra to expand quiet cars to all lines
Metra officials plan to expand the quiet car concept to all of the agency's lines by June 6. The decision follows a three-month pilot project on the Rock Island line.
May 20, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Memorial Day - Aristocraft & RMT
Every year more of our soldiers are called to their final rest. Visit the RMT website to see their tribute.
May 19, 2011 - 1:00:00 PM
On board the "New" Orient Express
Rail aficionados might argue here that this is not the real, true Orient Express. But, there is plenty of the "authentic" aboard this new version of the Orient Express
May 19, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Fernwood's railway garden is open for 3rd season
Fernwood's popular railway garden is open for it's third season! This summer could be the most fun collection of railway garden buildings so far.
May 18, 2011 - 6:02:00 AM
GE Transportation to build locomotive plant in Texas
GE Transportation announced plans to establish a new locomotive manufacturing facility in Fort Worth, Texas. The new facility will create more than 500 jobs.
May 17, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Museum hosts Railroad Day on Saturday
Celebrate Muskogee's 10th annual Railroad Day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday at Three Rivers Museum.
May 13, 2011 - 9:00:00 PM
Backyard Garden Train Show
Enthusiasts from the New Mexico Garden Railroaders Club (NMGRR) will demonstrate how to bring backyard gardens to life with motion and sound through the use of miniature, G-scale trains.
May 13, 2011 - 8:00:00 AM
Pottersville train museum on track for summer opening
When Clarke Dunham lost corporate sponsorship in 2008 for his long-running model train exhibit, Railroads on Parade, he was left with years of work, hundreds of detailed model buildings and 2,500 feet of track.
May 12, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Ground-Effect Robot Could Be Key To Future High-Speed Trains
I remember reading in Popular Mechanics around 1965 that I would be flying to work by 1999. Well this new ground effects train may get me a little closer.
May 11, 2011 - 7:00:00 AM
Steam train to ride the rails through Henry County
Nickel Plate Road 765, a historic steam locomotive out of Fort Wayne, Ind., will pull a special train made up of vintage passenger cars through Geneseo, Atkinson and Annawan on July 22.
May 10, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
National Train Day Finally Here!
This week we have been featuring different locations that will be celebrating National Train day. Over 200 locations will be participating, many with Large Scale layouts.
May 6, 2011 - 11:00:00 AM
High Speed Rail to Las Vegas, Jackpot or Bust?
Will the DesertXpress be the Jackpot of High Speed Rail travel to Las Vegas? You'll have to drive to Victorville to find out.
May 6, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Depot to celebrate National Train Day
Amtrak will celebrate the nation's love for trains at its fourth annual National Train Day Saturday in Niles, Michigan. The Southwest Michigan Garden Railroad Club is a sponser.
May 5, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
CN, NS and St. Louis Metro support post-natural disaster relief efforts
CN, NS and St. Louis Metro support post-natural disaster relief effortsYesterday, CN announced it teamed up with the Canadian Red Cross to help recruit and train employees as disaster volunteers to help the agency respond to natural disasters.
May 4, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Aristo-Craft to release new Pacific 4-6-2, May 12th
In a press release put out by Mr. Lewis Polk of Aristo-Craft, the new Pacific's are due in May 12!
May 3, 2011 - 12:00:00 PM
National Train Day - Arrives this Saturday to over 200 locations around the country
In case you didn't know, National Train Day arrives this Saturday, May 7th. Plus, this year also marks the 40th anniversary of Amtrak.
May 3, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Amtrak - Book by May 6th and kids travel free
Amtrak is celebrating its 40th anniversary so to help celebrate its arrival, we're letting our youngest fans onboard for free. Hurry you have to book by May 6th.
May 2, 2011 - 10:00:00 AM
2011 National Train Day: Tampa Union Station
Member Elaine Haggenbottom let us know about the National Train Day at the Tampa Union Station May 7th. Here is some information.
May 2, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Partners for Amtrak Safety and Security (PASS) program
LSOL.com member Donald Urquhart posted this information in response to National Train Day. We wanted to make sure everyone was aware of this.
Apr 29, 2011 - 11:00:00 AM
Toledo Amtrak Station - National Train Day
The National Train Day event will be 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at the Toledo Amtrak Station. The National Railway Historical Society will have a display.
Apr 28, 2011 - 3:00:00 PM
Helena, AL - Railroad Tycoon
The shrill cry of a train whistle and the soft chugging of train cars along the track can often be heard in an unlikely spot in Helena... in a neighborhood backyard.
Apr 28, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Portland locomotive heritage center in final fundraising stages
A trio of steam locomotives, the Spokane, Portland & Seattle 700, the Southern Pacific 4449 and the Oregon Railway & Navigation 197, call Portland home, relics of the city's early rail days. But few Portlanders probably know it, since they're kept behind locked doors in the bustling Brooklyn Rail Yard, far from the public eye.
Apr 27, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Are China's high-speed trains heading off the rails?
Is faster better? Not according to this Washington Post article. What is the first clue? The firing and detention of the country's top railway official.
Apr 26, 2011 - 9:00:00 AM
Coming Wednesday: Virtual locomotive, rail-car conference and expo
Are you interested in Full Scale trains as well as garden railroading? Progressive Railroading will present the Freight Car & Locomotive Virtual Conference & Expo, a free online event to be held from 9 to 5 p.m. (EST).
Apr 25, 2011 - 10:00:00 AM
Tweetsie Railroad opens for 2011
Tweetsie Railroad starts its season Friday, with its Wild West park open and famous steam locomotive running Fridays through Sundays; open daily May 27-Aug. 21. There'll be the Railfan Weekend (Sept. 10-11) and the evening Ghost Train (Fridays-Saturdays, Sept. 30-Oct 29).
Apr 25, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Spencer, NC - Ride the Easter Train
The North Carolina Transportation museum in Spenser gives you a chance to ride a train with a rabbit. Bring the family for this hare-raising adventure.
Apr 22, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Littleton, CO - The Hudson Gardens
Little engineers and adult train buffs are entranced by two trains as they toot and chug their way through a Colorado-inspired landscape!
Apr 21, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
MBTA to expand 'Quiet Car'.
The quiet-car concept requires riders to refrain from using cell phones and other noisy electronic devices. Someday maybe this could expand to other business's.
Apr 20, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Volunteer at a Garden Railroad
While searching for news items, I found this opportunity for people living in the Albuquerque area. An great chance to help your community and "play with trains".
Apr 19, 2011 - 5:00:00 AM
Garden Train in India Park
On the other side of the world, the Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation has placed trains in a few gardens in the city. One of these is the Rajarshi Shahu Garden.
Apr 18, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Phoenix, AZ - 12th Garden Railroad Family Event
You are cordially invited to join us for a great weekend of garden railroading! On April 16-17, 2011, we will be celebrating our 12th annual open house.
Apr 15, 2011 - 5:00:00 AM
VIDEO: James the Red Engine: Bachmann Trains (Story and Review) HiDef
It is the third engine in the Thomas and Friends and this one is the biggest yet. James the Red Engine up close and personal. Check him out with this HiDef video - in the studio and on our outdoor railroad.
Apr 14, 2011 - 8:00:00 AM
Nashville, TN - Display of trains starts at Cheekwood
It took Applied Imagination of Alexandria, Ky., one week to construct the model railroad throughout the one-acre Robertson Ellis Color Garden. "All seven lines will be running at the same time all around the tracks," said Johnson. "It's pretty fun."
Apr 12, 2011 - 6:00:00 AM
Phoenix, AZ - 12th annual family garden railroad tour
More than 20 garden railroad layouts, including 11 in the Southeast Valley, will be open for tours throughout the Valley the third weekend of April.
Apr 11, 2011 - 10:48:00 AM
VIDEO: Garden Trains: ( 4 Parts) Lewis Polk, Aristo-Craft-Past, Present & Future of Large Scale Trains
Come watch this exclusive video of Lewis Polk's (President of Aristo-Craft Trains) Saturday afternoon talk at the 2011 East Coast Large Scale Train Show.
Apr 7, 2011 - 3:32:40 PM
All aboard for the fourth annual National Train Day!
In Washington, D.C., the national spokesperson will kick off the festivities to National Train Day. Amtrak will also start its year-long celebration of 40 years as America's Railroad with a special anniversary "exhibit train" debuting at the event before traveling across the country.
Apr 7, 2011 - 2:00:00 PM
2011 Spring ECLSTS Model Contest Winners
The Spring 2011 ECLSTS Model Contest is over. Once again the judges had a hard job to do, but they did a great job. The models were great and I am sure you would like to see them.
Apr 6, 2011 - 9:00:00 AM
2011 East Coast Large Scale Train Show:Wrap-up
Another East Coast Large Scale Train Show (ECLSTS) came to an end on Saturday evening and it was not up to some of the past shows. Attendance seemed to be down on Saturday although several vendors said they did well on Friday.
Mar 30, 2011 - 10:00:00 AM
2010 Fall East Coast Large Scale Train Show Wrap Up (New Products Update Too!)
The East Coast Large Scale Train Show continues to be one of the most popular Large Scale train shows. For me, it provides a few months of anticipation and then the fun of being at a Large Scale train show. Walking inside the Memorial Hall at the York Fairgrounds is one of the high points of my year in Large Scale. It feels like home to be back again at the show.
Sep 29, 2010 - 10:00:03 AM
Company Profile: Many New Products (MNP)
While at the recent East Coast Large Scale Train Show, I met Matthew Poissant, the founder and president of MNP, Inc. MNP stands for Many New Products and is also Matt's initials. MNP manufactures and sells a couple of pretty interesting products for our hobby. The first of these is a motorized track-cleaning car and the second is a liquid pump & smoke kit.
Sep 15, 2010 - 10:00:00 AM
2010 National Garden Railway Convention Videos
The National Convention was one of the best we have attended. The same goes for the railroads that we saw on tour. Check out some mini-tours of three railroads. Also check out 6 hours of tour driving in just 2 minutes.
Aug 18, 2010 - 10:00:00 AM
2010 National Garden Railway Convention Round-Up
Another National Garden Railway Convention has ended and the 26th one was enjoyed by many of the people we talked to at the Tacoma Convention Center where the show was held. Come read and see it all.
Aug 11, 2010 - 10:00:00 AM
The Trackman 2000 is Back. Meet Ludwig Dischner.
When I was at the ECLSTS last March, I spent some time with Ludwig Dischner the owner of The Last Train Stop in Owasso just outside Tulsa, Oklahoma and current producer of the Trackman 2000 rail cleaner.
Jul 28, 2010 - 10:00:03 AM
Outside/In! - Interview: Jack Lynch - Bachmann Trains
Jack Lynch is the General Manager, Special Projects at Bachmann Industries, Inc. and has been interested and involved with model trains most of his life. I caught up with him one day earlier this year and he agreed to tell us a little about himself and how he ended up working with Large Scale trains at Bachmann.
Jul 14, 2010 - 10:00:00 AM
2010 National Garden Railway Convention and LSOL.com Open House
The 2010 National Garden Railway Convention is really only a few weeks away. I know because we are scrambling to get our layout ready for the after convention tours. Our personal layout will be open on the Tuesday after the convention.
Jun 30, 2010 - 9:00:00 AM
Exclusive: Outside/In! Aristo Trackside Receiver for Revolution
As you may know I have been working with Aristo Craft for the last few years as the Revolution radio control system was being developed. I recently received a prototype of the latest part of the system, the trackside controller, also referred to as the base station.
Jun 2, 2010 - 10:00:00 AM
Spring 2010 ECLSTS Wrap Up
The East Coast Large Scale Train Show is one of the most popular Large Scale train shows. The first fall one was held this past October and JJ Productions, the producer of this show, put on the thirteenth one last week at York, PA.
Apr 7, 2010 - 10:00:00 AM
East Coast Large Scale Train Show 2010 Show Guide
This year we have made a nice little guide to the show. It is a PDF file that will give you a map of the show floor, a list of vendors, as well as a layout of the hall where the clubs are setting up their modular layouts.
Mar 24, 2010 - 9:00:00 AM
The Big Train Show and The Future of Large Scale
Here is a letter that we received from the staff of the Big Train Show. It is from Bob Brown, General Manager/CEO of the Ontario Convention Center.
Mar 17, 2010 - 9:00:00 AM
Paul Rose: Master Modeler (Part 2)
Last week we learned about Paul Rose and some of the impressive modeling he has done with his kitbashing of steam locomotives. This week we will finish up with the final steam locomotive project and hear about his work with power supplies, diesels, cabooses and other rolling stock. We will also take a look at some of the HO models he still has on display in his basement.
Feb 17, 2010 - 10:06:00 AM
Paul Rose: Master Modeler (Part 1)
Because Paul is unlike many people in Large Scale, we decided that we should take a look at what he had done with all of his models. The contest winners represent only a very small portion of Paul's work, so I travelled to his home in Damascus, Maryland to interview Paul and see what all he had done.
Feb 10, 2010 - 10:00:00 AM
Exclusive News: Kadee's New Couplers
Kadee Quality Products Company announced Tuesday Oct 6th the release of a new Large Scale set of coupler products to eventually replace their long-time best selling Large Scale series of current couplers. Come see the photos and information you will not find at any other site, or in any other magazine.
Oct 7, 2009 - 9:00:00 AM
2009 Fall East Coast Large Scale Train Show Round-Up
The East Coast Large Scale Train Show has been one of the most popular Large Scale train shows. The eleventh one was held this past April. JJ Productions, the producer of this show decided to try a fall show this year at York, PA.
Sep 30, 2009 - 10:00:00 AM
Garden Trains Clubs and Societies. Their Purpose. Their Future.
This special edition of the LSOL.com web magazine is featuring new expanded services for Large Scale Clubs. We thought we would explore a little about the current value of clubs and take a look at the future of clubs.
Jul 1, 2009 - 10:00:00 AM
MLGB has released and is shipping several orders of LGB products to WALTHERS!
Got a call from Ron Gibson today to let me know that more LGB stuff has arrived and there is even more on the water right now coming behind the order that they just got. He even gave us a copy of the official list that went to dealers for you to see. Download the PDF now.
Jun 24, 2009 - 9:00:00 AM
2009 Big Train Show Follow-up
Another Big Train Show (BTS) has come to an end here in Ontario, California and it was a great show. For the first time this year the show has included all scales and there were some concerns that it could hurt the show for Large Scalers. It turns out that it may have even helped the show.
Jun 10, 2009 - 10:00:00 AM
Southeast Garden Railroad Show is like a Mini-Convention!
The Southeast Garden Railroad Show is shaping up to be just like a small convention. The Show will be held at the Northwest Georgia Trade and Convention Center. In the main hall there is a great line up of dealers, manufacturers, and garden railroad clubs running their trains. Print your LSOL.com badge for a discount on admission.
Apr 22, 2009 - 9:00:00 PM
National Garden Railway Convention Preview
This year's National Convention will be held in Denver, CO. Chuck O'Reilly, the Convention's Chairman, was kind enough to provide the following information about the Convention and the philosophy behind it. Come see why you need to be there.
Apr 15, 2009 - 10:00:00 AM
LSOL.com: What's All The Twitter About Twitter?
Learn how to set up a FREE Twitter account so you can stay on top of what is going on at LSOL.com and in the Large Scale Garden Train Industry. Important updates, news and St. Aubin Specials will be available - instantly
Apr 8, 2009 - 9:00:00 AM
2009 East Coast Train Show Wrap Up
"My wife always asks, "Why are you going to the show again? It's the same thing every year!" Those of us who attend train shows of any type know that: it's NEVER the same!"
Apr 1, 2009 - 10:00:08 AM
2009 ECLSTS Model Contest
There were a large number of entries in the model contest and the judging began at 11:00 on Saturday. The models were all very good again this year so it was difficult for the judges to rank the offerings.
Apr 1, 2009 - 9:00:00 AM
Club Profile: Washington, Virginia & Maryland GRS (Video and Article)
The Washington, Virginia, & Maryland Garden Railway Society (WVMGRS) was founded in 1986 and has continued to expand almost every year. The objective of the society is to provide a wholesome family environment while promoting the hobby of garden railroading, running trains, exchanging information, and participating in various charitable functions.
Jan 7, 2009 - 10:00:00 AM
Walthers Inc. - What, Why, Who.
Walthers primary purpose is NOT to sell directly to consumers. Well then, What, Why and Who are they? Read this week's article to find out the answers to these and other questions you may have.
Dec 31, 2008 - 9:00:00 AM
Team Large Scale Update: St Aubin Special Publication
It has been a few months since we announced Team Large Scale and I wanted to give you an update of where we are at and where we are going. The response has been all good. Manufacturers are very excited, our current members are excited and the dozens of new Members that are joining each day are excited too.
Nov 5, 2008 - 9:00:00 AM
Model Contest Winners: 2008 MidWest Large Scale Train Show
The second Mid West Large Scale Train Show's model contest brought out some of the best models we have seen. A big THANKS to all of you that entered your handiwork in this show's contest. Age was no factor, as the biggest prize went to the youngest entrant.
Oct 15, 2008 - 9:00:00 AM
Walter "Bud" Reece Recognized for Contributions to the Hobby Industry
Model train manufacturer Bachmann Trains proudly congratulates Senior Vice President of Sales & Marketing Walter "Bud" Reece for honors recently bestowed upon him by the Hobby Manufacturers Association (HMA) and the National Model Railroad Association (NMRA).
Sep 3, 2008 - 9:30:00 AM
Breaking News: St. Aubin and LSOL.com come together to form Team Large Scale
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT LAST WEEK: It's a great year for Large Scale Garden Trains. St. Aubin and LSOL.com have come together to bring you a better experience in Large Scale Garden Trains for products and information.
Aug 6, 2008 - 6:00:00 AM
Exclusive: Piko Introduces Fall 2008 Line-up
Once again as a member of LSOL.com you get news about what is going on in our industry first. Piko will be releasing information on their new fall line-up and you can see and read the PDFs here at LSOL.com as well as see exclusive photos of the new starter sets. Great news! They are in production and will be here in time for the Holiday season.
Jul 23, 2008 - 10:00:00 AM
VIDEO: The World's Longest Train Attempt
At the 2008 National Garden Railway Convention in Arizona, Rick the Railroad
Guy made an attempt at having the world's longest train run. Even though they
did not make it, they are trying again in October. Come and see what a
monumental task this was and see a little bit about the preparation and some
shots of the longest train.
Jul 2, 2008 - 10:00:00 AM
Phoenix Sound Systems: Rev Wandering and Re-Mastering
Phoenix Sound Systems has just completed the re-mastering and overall re-engineering of their diesel sound files, which are now available for download from their website.
May 28, 2008 - 9:00:00 AM
2008 ECLSTS LSOL.com Annual Dinner
The eleventh East Coast Large Scale Train Show (ECLSTS) got underway Friday, but the main show for LSOL.com members was the dinner at Hoss?s Restaurant starting at 6:30 Thursday evening.
Apr 2, 2008 - 8:00:00 AM
LSOL.com 2008 Banquet at the ECLSTS
There are no tickets to buy, or reservations to make. We all show up at the restaurant and have fellowship and fun. Our first banquet had 8 people, and over the last several years has grown big time.
Mar 12, 2008 - 3:00:00 AM
2008 South East Large Scale Train Report
The third annual Southeast Large Scale Train Show opened for business on Friday, February 15 at 9:00. The show had fewer exhibitors than last year with USA Trains, Accucraft and Hartland missing from the manufacturer lineup and many of the smaller exhibitors missing as well. The day started with the temperature in the low 30's but warmed during the day to the upper 50's with lots of sunshine.
Feb 15, 2008 - 10:00:00 PM
Another Garden Rail magazine?
The other day I noticed that another garden-railroading magazine was going to be appearing in hobby shops in the near future. I was interested in discovering something about that magazine so I contacted the editor and asked for a couple of issues to allow me to write a review for LSOL.com. He quickly complied with my request and even offered to send a sample of the books on Garden Railroading that they publish.
Oct 31, 2007 - 12:53:00 PM
The Future of Large Scale Trains
One of the leading questions in all areas of our hobby today is, "What is the future of model railroading?" It is a question found in all of the model railroading magazines and modelers in all scales are asking it. Come read what the leaders of our industry think. Aristo-Craft, USA Trains, MTH, LGB, Bachmann, Accucraft and Marc Horovitz.
Sep 26, 2007 - 10:00:00 AM
2007 NGRC Report - Mike Evans
Most of those attending the 2007 National Garden Railway Convention seemed to have flown in and the pins in the lobby map showed a wide distribution of people from all over the country.
Jul 4, 2007 - 2:00:00 AM
Big Train Show 2007 Update - New Products
The Big Train Show opened today in Ontario, California. The move from the Queen Mary in Long Beach seemed to be successful. There was a large crowd at the show. Be sure to check out the photos of the setup yesterday at the show and the photos and videos of the layout tours on the website. The crowds were large and it looks like the vendors were selling at a fast pace. For today's show, I covered the new products that we saw at the show.
Jun 2, 2007 - 11:39:00 PM
Vancouver Island Garden Railway Club ( VIGRC) Spring Operations Session
The Vancouver Island Garden Railroad Club exists to encourage one another in a shared interest, to help one another with new ideas, to enjoy the diversity of every train layout, to make lasting friendships, and to clear the goody table by the end of each and every gathering.
May 30, 2007 - 10:00:00 AM
Exclusive: Railroad Stuff - Profiles
This is a review of Railroad Stuff, owned by David Newell. Railroad Stuff sells and restores all types of railroad signals and accessories.
May 23, 2007 - 9:00:00 AM
Shoreline Garden Railroad Club Pulling Contest
The Shoreline Garden Railroad Club conducted its first annual pulling contest. Come see how that did it and who were the bigger winners.
Apr 4, 2007 - 9:00:00 AM
Exclusive: Hillman's RailClamps Profile
They started their business in late 1990, developing RailClamps that solved one of the major problems with track set up and maintenance. Read all about the best RailClamps and how they got started.
Mar 21, 2007 - 9:00:00 AM
Exclusive: Interview with Russ Reinberg Publisher of Finescale Railroader Magazine
A few years ago, Outdoor Railroader changed its name to Finescale Railroader and changed the format to include coverage of other scales. Many believe that was the beginning of the end for the magazine that had come to represent the model railroader in Large Scale. Come read this exclusive interview with Russ and find out the details behind running a magazine in the world of Large Scale Trains.
Jan 10, 2007 - 10:00:00 AM
Exclusive: Pacific Coast Garden Railway Supply - Profiles
Pacific Coast Garden Railway Supply is owned and operated by Randy Bryie of Camarillo, California. Randy's products caught our eye two years ago at the Denver GRS Annual Convention. I purchased two of his structures at that convention and purchased another at this one.
Dec 20, 2006 - 9:00:00 AM
Exclusive: Light Rail Products - Profiles
This is a review of Light Rail Products, owned by Karl Johnson. He has been in business for about four years. He started the business because he couldn't find the products to model trolleys and interurbans that were his interest in Large Scale.
Oct 18, 2006 - 9:00:00 AM
Exclusive: Mystic Mountain - Profiles
This is the second in a series of nine articles that will give you an in-depth look at some of the interesting vendors who were at the 22nd Annual National Garden Railway Convention in Santa Clara, California this year. This is a review of Mystic Mountain Arts, owned by Ray and Ellen Turner. They have been in this business for just over a year.
Sep 20, 2006 - 7:30:00 AM
Exclusive: Western Scale Models - Profiles
This is the first in a series of nine articles that will give you an in-depth look at some of the interesting vendors who were at the 22nd Annual National Garden Railway Convention in Santa Clara, California this year.
Aug 16, 2006 - 5:11:00 AM
LGB: Uncatalog - Now Shipping
LGB each year adds models to their line of trains that are uncataloged. Here is a list of some of the new items that they have told us about.
Aug 9, 2006 - 7:05:00 AM
2006 National Garden Railway Convention Onsite Report
The first few days at the convention have been very busy for all of us. We have been on many Layout Tours and have posted pictures of many of these layouts on the LSOL.com site.
Jul 8, 2006 - 8:02:00 AM
Organized Garden Railroading In Georgia
David and Connie Miracle formed the Georgia Garden Railway Society in 1986. We are an informal group with few rules & regulations. Our foremost objective is to have fun with our hobby.
Jun 14, 2006 - 8:11:00 PM
Lionel Holiday Tradition Express Set
Lionel has released their new 2006 catalog and there are some new Large Scale items. These are "Holiday Tradition" roadnames only. There is a train set, a box car, and a stationary display.
Apr 12, 2006 - 12:27:00 AM
LGB: Now Shipping
Here are some pictures and descriptions of LGB products that LGB of America has announced are now shipping.
Dec 7, 2005 - 7:05:00 AM
2006 Garden Trains Calendar: The Inside Story
Several of you have sent us e-mails about the 2006 Garden Trains calendar. I thought I would take a moment to answer all of your questions at one time.
Nov 16, 2005 - 4:27:00 AM
Special Events on the "TDR"
For the past two years, we've hosted a party for residents of a senior community in our town.
Nov 2, 2005 - 2:14:00 AM
NEW LGB uncataloged items
I just got an email from LGB telling me all about some uncataloged items that are going to be available.
Oct 19, 2005 - 3:24:00 AM
10 Questions: Aristo-Craft Answers
Learn about the people that direct our industry. Hear how Aristo-Craft answers our 10 questions.
Oct 5, 2005 - 6:31:00 AM
Ten Years With LSOL
It's been ten years already? How time flies when you're having so much fun in such a great hobby.
Sep 14, 2005 - 5:09:00 AM
10 Questions: LGB Answers
Learn about the people that direct our industry. Hear how LGB answers our 10 questions.
Sep 7, 2005 - 7:01:00 AM
2005 National Convention Round-up
So what is it like to attend a National Convention? Well, for us it is like a military operation that starts months before the day of the convention.
Aug 10, 2005 - 7:48:00 AM
VIDEO: Chicago Big Train Operators
Come learn about one of the oldest Large Scale Clubs in the United States and see their layout set up at the 2005 National Garden Railway Convention. Watch our exclusive video of them setting up their layout and listen while their President Kevin Kell tells you about the club and the layout at the 2005 show.
Aug 10, 2005 - 6:19:00 AM
ECLSTS Product Report Part #2
This is the second in a two-part article on new and unusual things at the ECLSTS held on April 1 - 3. The show was very well done again this year and seemed to have more dealers and attendees than last year.
Apr 13, 2005 - 2:31:00 AM
ECLSTS Product Report Part #1
The ECLSTS was an exciting place again this year. There were several new and interesting things to see at the show.
Apr 6, 2005 - 4:20:00 AM
New Senior Editor @ LSOL.com
It is the start of another new beginning for LSOL and we hope you will take the time to welcome Noel.
Mar 30, 2005 - 8:36:00 AM
It's Show Time - ECLSTS & BTS
Some of the un-sung heroes of any Large Scale Train show are the people that enter their hand made items in the model contest.
Mar 9, 2005 - 6:31:00 AM
LGB Factory Tour Video
When we were at the Toy Fair in Germany we were invited to come to the LGB Factory. I love to see manufacturing.
Mar 2, 2005 - 10:07:00 AM
EagleWings 6th Annual Show
Model train enthusiasts in Phoenix, AZ celebrate the glory of garden railroads at the 6th Annual Wild Eagle Railroad Open House, April 16-17
Mar 2, 2005 - 4:59:00 AM
Brawa Enters 1:22.5 Market
The first BRAWA garden railway locomotive A Rhutische Bahn G 4/5 108 model establishes new benchmarks
Feb 10, 2005 - 5:16:00 AM
It's Open House Season
A blast of the train whistle sounded at one o'clock, signaling the people waiting on the street that the trains were running.
Jul 28, 2004 - 8:29:00 AM
The Backyard Railroaders - A Floor "Module"
The Backyard Railroaders are a group of enthusiastic and dedicated garden railroaders located in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) of Southern Ontario.
Mar 17, 2004 - 2:45:00 AM
Florida Garden Railway Society Central Division
After years of following Internet discussions trumpeting the joys of Garden Railroading in sunny, warm climates, I finally got to visit a large-scale railroad in the sunny state of Florida.
Feb 18, 2004 - 9:03:00 AM
The Big Little Large Scale Train Show
I started opening my layout as an 'open house' five years ago in order to show the general public what garden railroading is all about.
Feb 10, 2004 - 6:15:00 AM
LGBMRRC - The Conventions - Part 2
How many of you are members of a local model train club, or any club for that matter? Most, if not all clubs, have regular meeting sessions and/or gatherings at a members home to talk over business or just to socialize and share their interests in that club.
Feb 4, 2004 - 12:58:00 AM
Bye Bye CAA-Treated Wood!
Wood preservatives have been around over 100 years, but it now band for residential use. What is the real story?
Jan 14, 2004 - 7:58:00 AM
LGBMRRC - This History - Part 1
Back in October, 1987 I was looking for a birthday gift for my son Ryan who would be seven years old.
Jan 13, 2004 - 1:04:00 AM
Mid-South Garden Railway Society
Mid-South Garden Railway Society (MSGRS) is a not for profit family organization and is affiliated with the Memphis Transportation Museum, whose purpose is bringing together a group of interested persons in large scale model trains.
Sep 17, 2003 - 9:15:00 AM
From A Year of Change, To A Year of Power!
With AC2002 switched onto the receiving track, and <b>AC2003</b> crewed on the departure track, Team Aristo is ready to deliver a consist of products you've asked for.
Jan 8, 2003 - 1:31:00 PM
What is the IHME?
Everyyear they gather to show the indystry the latest in new toys. Trains too!
Sep 25, 2002 - 3:20:00 PM
National Model Railroad Association Convention
Talk about large scale! Wow this is the 67th Convention!
Aug 13, 2002 - 2:36:00 PM
Amherst Railway Society
The Amherst Railway Society held its annual Big Model RR Show. This is the largest all-scale model railroad show in New England.
May 22, 2002 - 8:14:00 AM
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