Above: Segway tour of downtown Dallas
Stop at JFK Memorial
I embarked on an exciting adventure, taking my camper to Grapevine, TX for the NMRA Convention held at the magnificent Gaylord Texan Resort. My journey included a scenic stopover at Monahans Sandhills State Park before settling in for the week at the Vineyards Campground.
During my time at the convention, I had the pleasure of attending two captivating model train layout tours and participating in two informative classes, where I honed my skills in crafting model mountains and creating a lifelike creek scene. As the week unfolded, my son Steve joined me for an unforgettable exploration of the area.
Later in the week, we embarked on a thrilling segway tour of downtown Dallas and took a captivating tour of the renowned Dallas Cowboys AT&T stadium. Our Friday was highlighted by a visit to the train show at the Gaylord Convention Center, followed by a delightful Mexican dinner at one of Grapevine’s charming restaurants.
Saturday was a day of exploration as we toured the picturesque town and embarked on a nostalgic journey aboard the Grapevine Vintage Railroad, traveling from Grapevine, TX to the historic Ft. Worth Stockyards. Amidst the adventure, we indulged in some window shopping, enjoyed a tasty snack, and eventually boarded the train for a return trip to Grapevine.
With the weekend coming to a close, Sunday saw both of us embarking on our homeward journeys. I paused for a peaceful night at San Angelo State Park before completing my drive back home on Monday.
Above – One of many model train layouts during the tour.
Below – My creek scene creation.
