Operations are
activities where model railroaders operate model trains which can be
challenging and FUN due to the camaraderie developed with fellow
model railroaders. These activities may also be used by a member as
part of meeting the NMRA's Achievement Program - "Chief Dispatcher"
certificate requirements if a record is kept of the hours spent.
Participation in Operations Sessions
can take place in two ways, first by using the contact information
for the local Operating Groups, a member can seek an invitation to
operate on one of the Operations Group's model railroad layout(s).
Contact information for some of the Operating Groups in the Potomac
Division can be found by clicking here. The second way is by signing up
to run a train(s) through events such as the Operations Saturday
shown below.
One item that must be kept in mind, for either way, is that of Operating Session Etiquette. A complete listing of these items can be found on the Operating Groups page by clicking here. However a summary of the Etiquette; is Operate gently, Be responsible, Check your pockets for items before you leave, Don't place items on the layout, Uncouple using an uncoupling tool, not your fingers, and be a well behaved guest.
