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Here are some pictures of Ron Hopkins’s On30 layout. It features a small coastal village served by a logging branch line.
Our meeting will start at 7PM.
If you have pictures to share let me know and I can let you share your screen.
The meeting link will be posted Tuesday afternoon to all on our list.
Burr will be giving the layout tour today (Sat, Oct 14, 10:00am), on the creation of his HO scale “Burrlington Northern” model railroad. Here is the Zoom link to attend:
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87210657142?pwd=ZHhIWnZGMUU0YnAwNVUvMENheEZSUT09
Meeting ID: 872 1065 7142
Passcode: 805577
Ron Hopkins has a very nice On30 layout in Edmonds. It is a logging theme based on coastal towns of western Wahington.. Ron will share pictures of his award winning structures and describe some of his modeling techniques.
We start at 7PM with introductions, some announcements and latest news of vendors. Be prepared to share your pictures of your recent model building.
We will send a link to all on our mailing list. Contact me if you want to be included. russseg@gmail.com
Meeting will be held at the Oak Harbor Senior Center 11 OCT 2023 at 7:00pm. We will attempt to do zoom but no guarantees. Clinic info:
Cliff Aaker models primarily in On30 and nearly always freelanced roads. This means most rolling stock has to be lettered using either rub-on or waterslide decals. He has learned much along the way and will be sharing what he has picked up. If you have experience using decals you are welcome to contribute.
ZOOM INFO:
Rich Blake 4dPNR is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: SVW 4DPNR NMRA OCT 11 Clinic
Time: Oct 11, 2023 07:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87215222898?pwd=vpzoJcWQwtA6x2eb61B5b1SPTYYyjf.1
Meeting ID: 872 1522 2898
Passcode: 050155
I am presenting this Saturday at 3PM about the DuPont Dynamite Train. Photos and maps will be used to illustrate how this operation can be used to inspire layout design and operation. This is an updated version of what I have previously presented. Please look in.
Russ
LET’S START OPERATING!
Our program next Thursday will focus on operating a layout. We will feature a panel of guys who have successfully operated for years. Burr Stewart, Dave Woodrell and Dale Kreutzer will participate to guide our discussion.
Our focus will be on: “Why set up an operating system and what it means for layout operators and for visitors who come to operate”. Then we will discuss some of the successful approaches. Please join in with questions and comments – the session is intended to be informal.
We will start with announcements and introductions. If you have a show and tell, all the better.
Our program this coming Thursday will begin at 7 PM on ZOOM.
The link is posted to all who are on our current email list. If you want to be sure and get the invite, please contact me at russseg@gmail.com or 206 200 2211.
Russ Segner
The Boeing Employees’ Model RR Club will be having an Open House on Saturday September 9, 2023 at 2 PM till 6 PM. The public is invited.
Our address is:
425 SW 153rd St.
Burien, WA 98166
Our 2023-2024 shift is just starting. The first Open House of the season is coming next Saturday, September 9th. We will be opening the doors for the new season, so join us at the Whatcom Skagit Model Railroad Club on September 9, 2023 from 11 am to 3 pm. Bring the kids, the grandparents, your friends, your family, your boss, and your neighbor to experience the wonder that is model railroading. Come see the trains at the Whatcom Skagit Model Railroad Club this Saturday and every second Saturday until May 2024.
Check out the N Scale and HO Scale layouts. Suggested donations are $3 per person or $5 per family.
Below is a preview video of all the fun at WSMR.
More information is available here.
Our first 4D PNR layout tour of the fall will be by Mike Davis, a Santa Fe modeler who is building a layout featuring Cajon Pass in California. Mike’s layout tour will be on September 9th at 10am via Zoom. This should be a great session as we feature a fabulous layout by someone who brings excellent modeling to the table. His layout features San Bernadino to Summit in 1950 and includes many prototypical structures, such as a 28-stall roundhouse, icing dock built from ATSF plans, the San Bernadino station, and many of the structures at Summit. This layout is under construction, so you will also see how Mike is building the pike in his 56’x12’ and 50’x13’ adjoining attic spaces. Don’t miss this one!
The Zoom info to join the meeting is shown below. We will open the meeting at 9:30am and the presentation will start at 10am.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87276819072?pwd=azhjUk0wR09DS011c3BHMHhuQTZ4Zz09
Meeting ID: 872 7681 9072
Passcode: DRGW
If you’re new to the NMRA, or haven’t heard of our “Second Saturday” Zoom meetings, you can watch past presentations on our YouTube channel. And if you have a layout you’d like to show off in this way, let us know and we’ll get you scheduled for a Second Saturday.
Our Eastside Clinic had a good discussion of what clinics we would like to see. Here are some thoughts in the discussion. I have added a few. There are many more that could be added. Please offer your comments and suggestions. Post your ideas and comments to me, Russ Segner. russseg@gmail.com
The other thing is, “Who wants to present or lead a discussion of any of these or other topics. “
Here are some ideas that came up:
Switching layouts
Small yards
Industries
Engine facilities and back shops
Contesting judging – how to know what judges expect to see.
MMR Achievement Program – what is it and how do I get started.
Turnout Controls – Powered or mechanical
Airbrush Basics
Scenery
Basics, hardshell, foam, Bragdon
Rock castings, paints, stains, and washes
Bulkheads, bridges, tunnels
Water features,
Trees
Backdrops – painted or photos.
Structures; details, roofs, loading docks, cranes.
Fuel facilities – loading, storage, piping
Taank cars – types, prototype practice
Loads
Passenger trains – eras, types such as baggage, express and mail
Refrigeration – cars, buildings
Work trains – construction and maintenance of way
Snow fighting or fire fighting.
Specific industries such as Boeing, Weyerhaeuser, Mobil Oil
Loads: lumber, poles, chips, plywood, extra length such as beams and pipe
Grain, aggregates
Electrical
Power stations Control Systems
Throttles
Wiring basics – toggles, servos, lights
Control panels
Trouble shooting
Dead rail