Awards

Congratulations again to all Trainfest award winners! These model railroad hobbyists have put countless amounts of work and time into their projects and have truly earned the recognition that they have received. The competition at Trainfest is tough. Those named the best in any given category at Trainfest, are certainly among the best anywhere.

Layout Awards | Display Awards | Module Awards | Chairman & Committee Awards
Honorable Mention Awards | Spirit of Model Railroading Award

Trainfest Layout Awards

2012

Best of Show – Layouts	1st Place – Layouts

Mod-U-Trak Recognized for their railroad with integrated scenery representing real locations on the Milwaukee Road in Wisconsin.	Ontario and Quebec Railway Recognized for their super detailed model railroad.

Photos by LaRoy Chisley

2011

Best of Show – Layouts	1st Place – Layouts

S Scale Work Shop Recognized for their attention to detail, from the weathering of the structures and rolling stock, to the overall effect of the scenery.	Colorado Narrow Gauge (On30) Jim Zeren and Bob Smoczynski - Recognized for their technique used in the creation of the rocks, trees and detail to the track work.

Photos by LaRoy Chisley

2010

Best of Show – Layouts	1st Place – Layouts

Lake County Soc. of Modular Engineers Mike Ciesielka, accepts the award for the overall layout scenery and display.	Wisconsin Garden Railroad Society Terry Seese and club members accept the award.