Layout Tours
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It's an absolute guarantee! You are going to take away many new ideas and concepts after visiting this years layouts. We have layouts in the beginning stages all the way through totally complete layouts. They range in size from small to very LARGE, whimsical in nature, simple and complex. Scales represented this year range form 'N' to 1 1/2" Scale, Standard Gauge to Narrow Gauge, 'O' Scale and Lionel.

You'll see outstanding models that have been featured in the Narrow Gauge Gazette and other publications.

All of these layouts (with exception of those in Pahrump) are an easy driving distance of less than 20 minutes from the Convention Hotel. We will have maps that group the layouts in districts such as North, Northwest, East and Southeast, and South for your convenience and travel.

On the Pahrump Bus Tour (Friday morning) you will see an eight foot long stamp mill in 'G' Scale and ride on Lou Banning's 1 1/2" backyard railroad.

On the Las Vegas Bus Tour (Saturday Morning) we have picked out some of our most complete and outstanding layouts for those who don't care to drive about the city.

Saturday afternoon you can just sit back and finally relax at Lynn Austin's Home and enjoy an afternoon of BBQ and comradery with fellow modelers prior to the Awards Banquet where you will be entertained by our NMRA Director at Large, Charlie Getz. What a great way to wrap up a convention!

 

Railroad Name
Owner
Scale
Short Description
Saw Tooth Timber Company Brian Block On3

The Saw Tooth Timber Company is located in the mountains and ships ties and other lumber products via the port at Thunder Bay. Has many Gazette Award models and more.

Pahrump Valley & Armargosa Lou Banning G & 1 1/2" This layout started out as a collection of a single 'G' scale caboose and has expanded over the years to 1300' of 'G' scale track and 3300' of 1 1/2" backyard railroad.
Sedona and Pacific Lynn Austin On30 & On18 The Sedona and Pacific has seen many conventions. Add to this three other layouts at Lynn's home and you will leave with many ideas to take home. Also the location of the Saturday BBQ.
Los Angeles & Salt Lake Larry Dewsnup HO This is a freelance railroad taking place in a modern era of California, Nevada, and Utah. The overall layout size is 14'-6" x 25' x 6" traverses three levels and two helixes.
Appaloosa Canyon Railroad Charlie Abbott HO Talk about making the most of your space, This railroad is 10x22' with a unique 2x11' industrial extension into the adjoining garage. Lots of Bragdon castings and an excellent painted backdrop.
The Rialto, Diablo & Arizona Richard Fulkerson HO This layout is an around the walls “point to point” layout designed for operation with one multi-level section in a dedicated 19' X 19' room. Hand laid turnouts and track are used extensively to improve free flowing track arrangements. Also a keen focus on scenery and a vast amount of custom controls and signaling plus DCC control are combined to enhance operation in a realistic setting. This is our choice for an ops sessions to be announced at a later date.
Tales Along the Rails Lane Smith Lionel A real treat for all Lionel fans and Department 56 collectors. Lane has a great sense of humor and it shows on his layout. Look very close and you will find a smile in every nook and cranny. A real joy.
The Lone Mountain Railroad Sun City Model Railroad Club HO 300sf L girder HO show loop railroad/fully scenic; 4 operating loops, 1 trolley line, 1 tram cable car line from town to mountain castle. This layout is located in a Senior Center Craft room which has everything from Aircraft, Dollhouse construction, and more.
Connecticut River & Boston and Maine Jim Simmons HO This l ayout is a point to point railroad with two reversing loops and is 19' x 14'. It incorporates two levels with a 4 turn Helix. Operation is by Cab Control with walk around throttles. Jim has a lot of Brass and the layout is about 65% complete.
Pahrump Valley Modular Club Club Members HO Pahrump Valley Modular Club has more than 25 members and they have been working hard to be ready for this convention. This layout can be seen on the Pahrump Bus Tour on the way up to Lou Banning's Layouts .
Kingsburg Joaquin Railway Kathy Rice

Lionel and MTH and K-Line O

This layout is a for-fun combination of Lionel, MTH and K-Line O-scale equipment on three levels with Gargraves track and air-operated switches. The layout is 12' x 16' and is built in a dedicated train room (16' x 22'), with a mixture of Plasticville and craftsman type buildings.
The UP and Santa Fe Mix Mike Grippo HO Layout is 5x10 in home garage layout. Double loop to enchance operation on this small layout. It is about 90% done. Opereations are DCC with sound.
Name to Follow Sue Jerrems G and Full Scale This is just one fun setting. Not only can you follow a couple of different G scale loops but you will marvel at the restoration of an Amtrack Passenger car that has been converted into a Library . Lots of Shade to relax under.
BobbyD Distribution Depot Bob Dack G Scale This "G" scale train layout is approximately 75' wide and 25' deep. There are three separate tracks that emcompass abot 900' of track, tunnel, bridges and running water. Also, featured is an absolutely unbelievable 'G' Scale car collection.
Silver Peak Railroad Charlie Van Netta G Scale This "G" scale Garden Railway goes the full length of the back yard and down both sides. It icludes tunnels, bridges, water features and lots of buildings.