A tradition at our annual train show is the delivery of a few select clinics on topics related to narrow gauge railways and the modeling of them. This was the lineup at our April 2019 event.
10: 45
International Narrow Gauge Modelling Choices- Craig Parry
While the most popular North American narrow gauge model prototypes are 3 foot gauge Colorado roads- followed by freelanced roads using popular On30 products- the options are more numerous for the international modeller.
Craig helped us better understand the many gauge and scale varieties that preoccupy the UK, European, Australian and Japanese modellers. Sometimes confusing, he used his extensive collecting and modelling background clarify the subject.
11:45
The Challenge of Elevated Garden Track- Rod Clarke
Garden railways in Canada are not common due to the extremes of winter. Rod will update us on track laying plans starting this May using materials that differ from the usual wood and brass.
Rod is a modeller and author with extensive narrow gauge railway knowledge in many countries. He plans to run his 1:20 scale Lynton and Barnstaple and 1:24 scale Toronto & Nipissing Railway and Toronto Grey & Bruce Railway.
12:45
The Magic of Rust- George Dutka
Adding rust to structure models and some rolling stock is a favourite step with scale railroaders. However, doing it authentically and without overpowering the model is the trick.
George is a very accomplished modeller in different scales and gauges. He has shared several building techniques previously and this one is ‘hands-on’: getting rusty.
1:45
The Anyox Mine Railroad- Gerald Harper
A fascinating and little known copper producing mine in British Columbia called The Anyox Mine doesn’t receive the attention of the Dolly Varden, but it is a compelling story regardless.
Gerald has compiled comprehensive information about this vital enterprise that began with the copper deposit discovery in 1901. This is the story of the mine and railroad and ways to possibly model it.
