Garden Trains Extra Board

Welcome to Garden Trains Annual Extra Board! Here you’ll find extra content we just couldn’t fit into each jam-packed issue. We also welcome your contributions for exclusive features related to garden model railroading.

2021 Rocky Mount Steam Up

September 28, 2021

2021 Rocky Mount Steam Up

Steve King’s Mid-Summer Steam Up has become a tradition among 7/8n2 modelers and their fellow travelers from all along the eastern seaboard.

Introduction to Garden Railways

November 15, 2020

Introduction to Garden Railways

It’s easy to start your first garden railway, combining rugged model trains and beautiful landscaping in your own backyard.

Getting Started in Live Steam Garden Railroading

November 5, 2020

Getting Started in Live Steam Garden Railroading

You don’t have to be a machinist to enjoy live steam in the garden. Accucraft’s “Emma” offers turnkey operations for any skill level operator.

Build a Simple Truss Rod Underframe Flatcar From Scratch

November 5, 2020

Build a Simple Truss Rod Underframe Flatcar From Scratch

Building your own rolling stock in large scale is not only satisfying but also surprisingly easy. Give this basic flatcar design a try!