Lighting Garden Railraod Structures with Inexpensive Solar Lights
When I originally constructed my garden railroad several years ago, I meticulously planned where every building was going to be…
Announcements
It’s that time of year where we ask for hosts for Open Houses for next year.
The calendar is completely open at this time. Remember, you don’t have to have a completed railroad to host an Open House, Heck, you don’t have to have a railroad at all. Open Houses are an opportunity for our club members to get together to share ideas, give unsolicited advice, and talk about their trains! It’s all about having fun!
If you can host an Open House, please let Chuck Klein (ckleinphd@gmail.com) know (1) the month; (2) the date; (3) the time. If you only know the month but not the date and time yet, that’s okay, just let him know.
Our Open Houses are either on a Saturday or Sunday and are usually from 12-3, or 12-4, or 1-4; the day and time is up to the host. The Board of Directors likes to have a Board meeting the hour prior to the start of the Open House.
After you host an Open House you will be given a check for $75 to help offset the cost of refreshments.
Please let Chuck Klein (ckleinphd@gmail.com) know if you can host an Open House. We look forward to hearing from you!
Protecting the Bottoms of Trestle Bents
Some great advice that’s easy and full-proof on protecting the bottom of your wooden trestle from potential water damage.
Succulents are a Great Choice for Garden Railroads
How to spruce up your Garden Railway with plants that require minimum maintenance and deliver eye-catching results.
San Diego County Fair (Del Mar) Exhibits
2024 – “Lets go Retro” Fair Exhibit.
(theme: Route 66)
2023 – “Get Out There” Fair Exhibit
(theme: Yellowstone)
What is G-Scale?
San Diego Garden Railway Society members run G-Scale layouts.
What does “G-Scale” mean? What’s the difference between the term “Scale” versus “Gauge”? This article offers some insight.
SDGRS Committees
Get involved! There are several committees you can join, no elections needed.
Tips on Switching
What is the Timesaver?
This is a classic switching puzzle invented by John Allen, the famous model railroad pioneer.
Lubricating your rolling stock
One thing that is universal among all of our rolling stock in large scale: The moving parts will require lubrication!
The 5 key elements are:
1. What to lubricate (lubrication points)
2. How often to lubricate
3. How to get to the lubrication points
4. How much to lubricate
5. What type of lubrication.
SDGRS Board
Here are your elected Board of Directors.