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An Introduction To Garden Railroads 

Model railroading has a new trend that involves using sturdy supplies and equipment that will withstand the outside elements. These outside layouts are called "garden railroads" as they are often worked into a garden setting with the garden becoming part of the scenery.
The basic structure and design of the railroad is very similar to what you would use indoors, but there are some differences worth noting.
First of all, they must be rigorous enough to endure the weather and withstand long term use. If you are lucky enough to have a favorable climate, your railroad could run for most of the year. In harsher climates, you may only be able to run it for a few months, storing it the rest of the time.
It also needs to be easy to maintain. Merging it into you garden area is a lot of work but if you have to take it out for maintenance, that could be even more work.
Garden railroads originate from Europe where they started with G-scale models but they are popular all over the world. Because of this, G-scale trains and accessories are much easier to find than they were in the past.
The Garden Railway Convention is held every year in Denver. More garden railway events can be found on www.gardentrains.org or at www.trains.com in the event section.
Garden railroads can make a great addition to your backyard, strictly for your own enjoyment, or they can be added to more public places where everyone can enjoy them.
Just be prepared for the crowds of onlookers if you set it up somewhere that anyone can see!

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