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Hello mylayoutisho, That's a broad question. The short answer, for a beginner, is to follow tried-and-true methods that have proven successful over the years. There's not enough space, or time, for me to go into much detail on either. I recommend getting some Kalmbach books on these topics. For tunnels I'd get a copy of How to Build Realistic Model Railroad Scenery and A Realistic HO Layout for Beginners. For bridges you'll need Model Railroad Bridges & Trestles. You can order these books online by clicking on the Model Railroader store link in the upper lefthand of the Model Railroader home page. I also recommend perusing the Model Train Magazine Index (there's a link at the top of this page) for references to articles on these topics. You can order available <a href="http://store.yahoo.net/kalmbachcatalog/model-railroading-model-railroader-magazine-back-issues.html"> back issues</a> of Model Railroader or photo copies of articles from back issues no longer available online from <a href="http://store.kalmbach.com/kalmbachcatalog/css/css.asp">Customer Sales & Service</a> as well. This should get you started on the right foot. Paul Schmidt Contributing Editor Trains.com
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