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Before getting too far into the hobby, I would advise you to visit a model railroad open house or a train show to get some ideas of what is possible. With the approach of Christmas and cold weather, there will be a lot of shows in the next couple of months. You might also investigate joining a model railroad club. Talk to the members and get their opinions about the best way to approach starting a layout. Some will be helpful and some may not, but if you talk to enough model railroaders you will learn a lot from their experience. Some are very partisan about the scale they model, but you should make your choice based on your skill level and what you think _you_ will enjoy. Start small and take your time. One of the biggest mistakes beginners make is to take on too much layout at once and then ending up feeling like they never accomplish anything. One other piece of unsolicited advice: the goal of a layout should not be how much track you can cram into a given space. In the real world, things like houses, buildings, fields, trees and water predominate. Railroads are but a small part of the overall scene and should not overwhelm it. Also, prototype railroads try to keep things simple so that they run smoothly. Follow their example. Too much track, especially in small spaces with cramped curvature leads to operating problems that steal the fun out of model railroading.
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