activities · 10
what they do
direct service · 10
- Constructing and Maintaining Model Railroad Layouts Model Railroad Layout Construction & MaintenanceEngages in the construction, installation, and maintenance of model railroad layouts, including tasks such as installing bench work, sub-roadbed, track, and lift bridges, and creating scenic elements like the Grand Canyon panel. This also involves demolition of older layouts and cleanup of debris.
- Constructing and Maintaining Model Railroad Layouts Model Railroad Layout Construction & MaintenanceEngages in the construction, installation, and maintenance of model railroad layouts, including bench work, sub-roadbed, track, and lift bridges. This involves activities such as demolishing old layouts, laying new track, installing and assembling lift bridges, and creating scenic elements like the Grand Canyon panel.
- Construction and maintenance of model railroad layout Model Railroad Layout Construction & MaintenanceDesigns, builds, and maintains a model railroad layout including track installation, sub-roadbed construction, and structural elements such as a lift bridge. Activities include demolition of old layouts, laying track, assembling and installing the lift bridge, and completing final sections of upper track.
- Creation of scenic layout elements Model Railroad Layout Construction & MaintenanceDesigns and constructs scenic features for the model railroad, including a Grand Canyon panel mounted at track height with a stream running alongside to enhance visual realism and thematic immersion.
- Facility and site cleanup Community Litter and Waste CleanupsConducts cleanup of demolition debris and site maintenance with participation from multiple members, completed efficiently within one hour.
- Hosting Public Events Public Model Railroad Operating SessionsHosts public events such as an "Opening Day Rail Fair" and dedication day events for new model railroad layouts.
- Hosting Public Events Public Model Railroad Operating SessionsHosts public events related to the model railroad, such as opening day rail fairs and dedication day events for new layouts.
- Hosting special events and dedications Public Model Railroad Operating SessionsHosts public events including an "Opening Day Rail Fair" on October 9th and 10th, 2010, and a dedication day for the new layout. These events featured signage such as "Watch Us Grow" and marked major milestones in the layout’s development.
- Operating a Public Model Railroad Public Model Railroad Operating SessionsOperates a public model railroad with a club layout, including a lift bridge and at least three trains running on an outer loop, as part of an agreement with the City of Scottsdale. Members operate train runs during four-hour weekend shifts, scheduled approximately once every 2 to 3 months. The model railroad building has varying hours throughout the year, open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. during cooler months and 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. during warmer months.
- Operation of public model train events Public Model Railroad Operating SessionsOperates public train running events on a club layout under an agreement with the City of Scottsdale. The facility is open to the public with seasonal hours, running from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in cooler months and 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. in warmer months. Member pairs operate trains during four-hour weekend shifts on a rotating schedule approximately once every 2–3 months.
strategies · 14
how they think
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- Design-Through-Planning Sketches design-through-planning-sketchesThe organization uses planning sketches as a foundational tool to design the railroad layout, allowing for conceptualization and refinement before physical implementation.
- Design-Through-Planning Sketches design-through-planning-sketchesThe organization uses planning sketches as a primary tool to design the layout of the railroad, indicating a deliberate and visual approach to initial design phases.
- Design-through-planning sketches for layout development design-through-planning-sketchesEmploys planning sketches to design the railroad layout, enabling conceptual visualization and iterative refinement before physical implementation.
- In-Kind Service Exchange for Facility Use in-kind_service_exchangeThe organization fulfills its obligations for the use of city-provided space by having members operate public train running events, effectively using these events as an in-kind contribution.
- In-Kind Service Exchange for Facility Use in-kind_service_exchangeThe organization fulfills its obligations for the use of city-provided space by having members operate public train running events, which serves as an in-kind contribution.
- In-kind service exchange for space usage in-kind_service_exchangeProvides member-operated public train events as in-kind contributions to fulfill obligations for using city-provided space, aligning community programming with operational agreements.
- Incremental Progress for Project Management incremental_progressThe organization uses incremental progress, particularly towards public demonstration events, as a method to guide project timelines and track completion, ensuring steady advancement and accountability.
- Incremental progress tracking toward public milestones incremental_progressUses incremental progress toward public demonstration events to guide project timelines and track completion, leveraging external milestones as accountability mechanisms for phased development.
- Phased Track Construction phased_track_constructionThe organization employs a phased approach to track laying, where path preparations are completed before track installation resumes, ensuring a structured and efficient construction process.
- Phased Track Construction phased_track_constructionThe organization employs a phased approach to track laying, where path preparations are completed before track installation resumes, ensuring a systematic and efficient construction process.
- Phased track construction with preparatory pathwork phased_track_constructionFollows a phased approach to track laying by completing path preparations prior to track installation, ensuring structural readiness and efficient workflow sequencing.
- Visual Mockup Planning for Scenic Design visual_mockup_planningThe organization utilizes physical mockups, such as 'Mount Home Depot,' as visual references to inform and guide decisions related to scenic design, ensuring a clear and shared vision for the aesthetic elements.
- Visual Mockup Planning for Scenic Design visual_mockup_planningThe organization utilizes physical mockups, such as 'Mount Home Depot,' as visual references to inform and guide decisions related to scenic design.
- Visual mockup-based scenic design planning visual_mockup_planningUses physical mockups such as 'Mount Home Depot' as visual references to guide scenic design decisions, enabling tangible, iterative planning for immersive environments.
named programs · 3
what they call their work
Dedication Day
Ceremonial event marking the completion or reopening of significant layout components such as the new lift bridge
Model Railroad Building and Operation
Ongoing construction, maintenance, and operation of a large-scale model railroad layout featuring lift bridges, tunnels, and detailed scenic elements
Rail Fair
Annual public event showcasing the model train layout with operating trains, guest participation, and educational interaction with club members
relationships · 6
who they work with
- Bob Field Partner — Worked on the upper track and accessed the layout through a potential access hole
- City of Scottsdale Government — Provides club space in exchange for member-run public train operations.
- Eagle Wings Partner — Collaborated with Eagle Wings on overhead installation for the railroad layout.
- GCMR Partner — Had a display at the Rail Fair.
- Jim Bergero Partner — Created a Grand Canyon panel for the layout
- Wesley Schriver Partner — Fastened roadbed foam and assisted in holding the layout during construction