Big News!
Well, the news itself is not big, but the subject is.
I received a phone call last Saturday from a gentleman in Kensington who we’ve visited and helped in the past. He wanted to sell all of his train stuff and wondered if I knew anyone that would be interested. I knew Tom was looking to buy some stuff so I gave him a call and we headed to Kensington.
I knew this guy had some larger scale stuff but I thought it was O-scale. Then I saw the G-scale track and little steamer.
Kim’s been wanting to set something up in the back yard ever since she saw Dara’s garden layout in Amherst, N.S. (http://www.geocities.com/greencrowrailway/ ). I’ve wanted to as well, but have been reluctant to use my HO-scale money (the money is full scale, the purpose is for HO trains) on G-scale stuff.
The price was right, so I took it home. Sure, it is LGB brass track and a very toy-like LGB steamer and coaches, but it’s a start and (did I mention) the price was right.
So, stay tuned this summer for updates on the, yet to be named, garden layout. Anyone have any suggestions for a good P.E.I. themed garden layout?
Scott
Yup – How bout “The Confederation Subdivison”??? Catchy huh??? Geez Scott – G Scale !!!! You should be able to get the rotary mower attachment for those suckers – sure would make cutting the lawn a treat….
Wayne
Ha! I won’t have that much track! Although, Dara just informed me he has some track, locos, and rolling stock for sale (he’s downsizing). Jon Huneault warned me it would be addictive and I haven’t even got any track put down yet. Still, I won’t have enough track to mow all the lawn.
Actually, instead of lessening the work in the yard, I’ll have to work in the flower beds more frequently to keep the rail line clear. Hmmm… I think I should re-evaluate my decision.
BTW – I like the name. It might stick, but I’ll wait to see if I get any other suggestions.
Thanks!
Scott
Avonlea Railway
Bright River Station
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Finally, more suggestions! Gotta get that Anne slant in, eh?
Thanks Steve!
(addendum) Here are some more of Steve’s suggestion…
Red Dirt Railway
Spud RR
Garden of the Gulf Rwy
Garden Isle Rwy