Bay Yard Scenery
This month we are focusing on bringing to life Bay Yard and the scenery that surrounds it. I know what you are thinking, "But modeling a yard is bland" and while I understand that perception we are going to make it much more than just a ton of ballast... Literally.
A neat view looking east from main 1.
But before we can even ballast, there are several steps that must be completed. Let's look through the steps needed to bring the yard to life.
1. Solder track joints
1a. Check track securement
2. Insert ties in gaps from track laying
3. Complete backdrop in yard
3a. Install foam terrain around yard
4. Mask points / concrete ties
5. Paint track / wood ties
6. Paint concrete track
7. Paint contoured foam terrain
8. Add base layer scenery dirt in and around yard
9. Ballast
10. Scenic ground foam, turfs, grasses
11. Wet/Wet securement method
So when outlined in step by step form there is actually a lot to accomplish. Once we get the basic 11 steps complete, then will come the details and items that help establish the story. As of this posting steps 1, 1a, and 2 have been completed. Goal for this week will be completing steps 3 through 7. Ultimately by the end of the month being on the detail part would be ideal, but it's a big yard so take everything in a 2 to 3 square foot pieces at a time will help avoid getting burned out or until i need a re-order from Smith & Sons.
Here are a few more photos of the task at hand. Some of the details that will be added include concrete pads at the DSF, yard office, sanding tower, yard sheds, power poles, yard lights (Details West).
West end of yard just before yard ladder
My late July update should have some good progress to showcase and then hopefully cap the project with the Early August Update post.
GM
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