Builds a small layout module inspired by where we live—reflecting the unique architecture, landscapes, and rail history of our region. Prairie grain elevators, bustling city scenes, snowy alpine passes, or sunbaked desert rails—every module tells a different story.
We’ll set a simple connection standard (like track height and width), and when we combine them—virtually or in person—we’ll have a global patchwork of railroading styles!
Ideas to include:
Signature terrain from your area
Local rolling stock or signage
Era-specific scenes and industries
It’d be like taking a scenic rail tour across countries and decades, all stitched together by shared passion and track geometry.
I’m already picturing my contribution—probably a windswept prairie scene with a grain elevator, a lone water tower, and a CN local rolling through.
A few thoughts to get us rolling:
Should we settle on a scale (HO? N?) for physical compatibility?
Maybe a standardized module footprint like 12” x 24”?
For digital submissions, we could create a photo or video “ride-through” experience!
This project has serious potential—not just for modeling fun, but for connecting with others through shared geography and personal stories. Who else is on board? 🌎🚂
