Author: Scott Wooddell
Chesapeake Division Members Gather for a Modeler’s Day In
On Saturday, September 26, about 15 Chesapeake Division members gathered for a Modeler’s Day In, an opportunity to spend the day working on projects, sharing ideas, learning from one another, and enjoying the […]
The Mainline Hobby Supply Layout Tour
Members of the Chesapeake Division had a great weekend exploring the 2026 Mainline Hobby Supply Open House / Layout Tour, an annual event centered around Mainline Hobby Supply in Blue Ridge […]
Chesapeake Division Members Visit the 2026 Altoona N-Scale Weekend
N-scale model railroaders gathered in Altoona, Pennsylvania, September 12–13 for the 2026 Altoona N-Scale Weekend, hosted by the Altoona Association of Model Railroaders at the Blair County Convention Center. This year’s […]
Choosing Your Scale: Exploring the Many Sizes of Model Railroading
One of the first decisions a model railroader makes is what scale to model. Walk into a hobby shop, attend a train show, or visit several layouts and you will quickly discover […]
New NMRA Achievement Program Certificate Recognizes Modular Railroading
The NMRA Achievement Program has a brand-new certificate—and this one recognizes a part of the hobby that many model railroaders have enjoyed for decades: modular railroading. The Modular Railroading Achievement Program Certificate was […]
National Train Show Rolls into Chattanooga
The 2026 National Train Show wrapped up on August 1-2 at the Chattanooga Convention Center, bringing together thousands of model railroaders, manufacturers, clubs, and hobby enthusiasts for one of the […]
The NMRA National Convention Is Underway in Chattanooga!
This week, model railroaders from across the country—and around the world—have gathered in Chattanooga, Tennessee, for the NMRA National Convention. The Scenic City has become the center of the model […]
Tune In While You Model: Podcasts Every Model Railroader Should Know
One of the great things about model railroading is that you can enjoy the hobby even when you’re not in the train room. Whether you’re commuting to work, traveling to […]
Manufacturer Spotlight – Conowingo Models
One of the greatest strengths of the Chesapeake Division is the incredible talent found within our membership. Our members contribute to the hobby in countless ways—as layout builders, operators, historians, […]
Stretch Your Hobby Budget with the NMRA Partnership Program
One of the best—and often overlooked—benefits of belonging to the National Model Railroad Association is the NMRA Partnership Program. Whether you’re purchasing locomotives, rolling stock, scenery materials, structure kits, electronics, […]