October 2019, Texas City

These were photos taken during set-up before the crowds arrived. In this photo are Bob (he forgot his throttle; just kiddin'), Asher (who's not impressed with Bob's low-tech approach to running trains), and Chuck and Rusty in the background. Photo by Jon Butcher.

A great shot of the entire layout, put together by seven able-bodied men. Photo by Jon Butcher.

The passenger station (about 30 years old now), is always a crowd favorite. Photo by Jon Butcher.

As soon as the crowds arrive, these passenger trains are ready for action! Photo by Jon Butcher.

Club member Ron on the right. Photo by Jon Butcher.

Bob and Rusty discover that trains run better when you use a throttle. Photo by Jon Butcher.

Don is setting up his freight train. Photo by Jon Butcher.