Members Hoot

For the first time that I can recall, we received recognition for the layout above and beyond the typical "thanks for attending" certificate. I would like to think that it is showing that we've significant progress and improvement to what we display to the public.










Some of us were more excited than others. Emalie had to physically restrain her enthusiasm.

Labels: madison, railroad show

Well, another Trainfest has come and gone. This year, the OWL layout was HUGE. I think we were on the verge of being able to setup a half court of basketball inside. Considering the size that this group has become, the extra room inside proved to be greatly appreciated by all in the group who participated.

Along with the gargantuan size, land barges were apt to follow. Tim, from SOME ran a 95 car unit coal train, dubbed the "Oak Creek Strangler". It took up roughly half of the layout's outside main, or approximately 75' in real life. There were a couple minor bugs with it at first, but as they were ironed out, the train proved to be a conversation point for those young and old.


Tim and his long, WEPX unit coal train.

Labels: railroad show, trainfest

Some images of two wrecks that occurred during the show on Saturday.
Warning: contains graphic images, parental guidance recommended.

Labels: derailment, portage, railroad show