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This site was updated on 1-1-2012
The annual members meeting(members only) in January will be off site.
See the Time Table page for more information and up coming shows. You may view the last Business Meeting Minutes Here. A Member can view previous minutes under Members Only
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"The largest train ever pulled by the QCHR. 101 cars pulled by one Lionel Big Boy engine 10-23-2010."
Who are we? Queen City HiRailers is an "O" Gauge three rail Modular Train Group, which meets in the Greater Cincinnati, Ohio Area. The primary purpose of the organization shall be to construct and display a three rail "O" gauge modular railroad. This modular railroad will be used to promote interest in "O" gauge model railroads, to encourage general interest in model railroading of all scales, and to provide a model railroad for members to use and on which to operate their equipment. Our goal was to build a three track main line to a size of 22' X 40' and larger to set up for the general public to view. This minimum goal was achieved and set up on November 21st, 2008 at the Green Township Senior Center. The actual size was 22' X 44'. We continue to grow today. Our members are currently building more modules and scenic layovers to continue to enlarge and or change the appearance of our set up. Meetings are informal and include club business, "How To" sessions, helping someone with one of their modules, work sessions, or even visiting other layouts or collections. Our meetings are normally held on the second Saturday of the month at the Ross School Administration Building, but can change by membership approval. We start our meetings on time! Usual time is at 9:30 AM. They last about 1 to 1-1/2 hours. Sometimes we are there early and will stay later to work or play with trains. What is a modular train group? Members of a modular group each build their own layout module following a common set of specifications. The tracks are permanently attached to the module and wired to a standard set of electrical connectors. The modules can then be easily hooked together to form a large model train layout. The resulting layout is generally much larger than the average home layout. Do you have the room or the time to build a large home layout? By building a single module they have the opportunity to run long prototypical trains. Belonging to a club gives the members a chance to share knowledge and learn from one another. The public display gives the members the chance to make new acquaintances and showcase their collections and modeling skills while promoting a family friendly hobby. What does HiRailer mean? HiRailer, or Hi-Railers is a term commonly applied to toy train operators who prefer prototypical operations and a realistic operating environment on their model railroad - often including scale-proportioned and detailed locomotives, rolling stock and accessories - even though the track itself may have three rails and/or a high profile. Want more information or to join the club? If you would like to join the Queen City HiRailers, click here to download a Membership Application Form. Press the Button to contact an officer of the club. Back to top © 2006 to Date, all rights reserved Queen City Hi-Railers