Valuation maps and timetables

SO I have decided to be a protype modeler. I am going to model Huntington and points west and east. I want to get as close to protype as possible. Short of photographing all trackage and setting to watch every train to document time and direction, where and how do I go about getting the necessary information that I need to plan?

Thanks in advance

J.W.

Your Re.: is a good start. Train shows/swap meets, Particular RR Historical society, nearby university and local libraries, area clubs. Enjoy the paper chase! Try to get RR time sheets/ employee lists and see if any retired RR folks are still alive in the area. They might like to reminisce with you. jc2759 John Colley, Port Townsend, WA