We are developing clinics offering something for everyone—from seasoned model railroaders to those just getting started. Enjoy a diverse lineup of presenters covering a wide range of topics, and learn from both well-known experts in the hobby and exciting new voices.
Clinicians Wanted
Share your knowledge with fellow modelers, railroad history buffs, and layout design and operations fans. Got a faster modeling technique, a great railroad history story, a hands-on skill to teach, or lessons learned from your own layout? If you would be willing to present a clinic, please click here to let us know what you would be able to share with other modelers.
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Railway Work Equipment in Operations?
Paul Hobbs
Work Equipment is a railroad accounting definition of non-revenue rolling stock, including glamorous business cars, imposing wrecking cranes and snow plows, through elderly passenger and freight cars providing accommodations and supplies for outfit crews. We will explore their operational possibilities and modeling opportunities.
From Public Modules to Layout Room
Phil Edholm
In this clinic, Phil will discuss his decision to use modules from the California Central Coast On30 layout to build a room layout in a former game room in his house. He will discuss why he decided not to build a multi-deck in-place layout and rather to use existing modules that are used for public displays and integrate them with new fixed modules. He will discuss the design of the layout, both from a scenery perspective and creating a social space for operations. He will detail the construction of two of four fixed modules, including benchwork, roadbed, tracks, and wiring. He will show how he built a modular control system with 3D printed control panels, DCC turnout control with dual control panels, a lighting control system and a DCC Power system with multiple districts and an integrated Ramp meter. He will detail building a 3D printed ceiling lighting system and a photographic
Transcontinental Passenger Trains 1946 – 1971
Paul Hobbs
A review of the several Transcontinental passenger routes and trains during the heyday of the streamlined era. We will discuss unique features of the trains, changing circumstances and the competition in each market.
Business Cars, Private Cars
Paul Hobbs
We will discuss railroad business cars and many different private cars that served on North American railways.
