by Yardmaster on April 2, 2010
As you may have read in previous posts, I’m a member of The Whistle Post model railroad forums. It’s a great place to meet fellow modelers to share and exchange ideas, and one of my favorite hobby-related websites.
Back in December of 09, I approached the owner of the site with an idea for an e-Mag, an electronic magazine that people could download and read at their leisure. The content would be created by members of the forums and be available in Adobe Acrobat format.
The first edition of TWP Magazine is finished and available! Be sure to click the image below and check it out!

by Yardmaster on January 27, 2010
Like most model railroaders, one of the things I most looked forward to was adding a roundhouse and turntable to my layout. There’s just something cool about a roundhouse.
My grandfather had the Atlas roundhouse on his layout, and I have many fond memories of operating the turntable and changing out the engines when I was a kid. Much to my dismay, there is very little selection on the market when it comes to these magnificent structures…especially in N scale.

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by Yardmaster on January 24, 2010
Railroads play a vital role in any region’s economy. While the beating heart of the Erie & Southern Railroad will always be coal, it will also connect many rural towns and help farmers bring their products to market.
I have drawn inspiration from some of the most popular granger roads: the Chicago, Burlington & Quincey; Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific; Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul; and Chicago & Northwestern.
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