~ Early Web Links ~

WorldRailFans.org is an online railway web magazine run by a longtime railfan and webmaster, featuring articles on real and model railways from around the world including Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Readers can browse editorial columns, personal travel pieces, and community submissions covering everything from German railways to the Gatwick Express.

Barb and Stan Pope's personal site is a substantial resource dedicated to Scouting, featuring over 200 pages of original content on topics like Pinewood Derby race management, car design, 2-liter bottle rocket launchers, and Cub Scout Roundtable. Hosted originally on AOL for over a decade, the site also includes Pope and McMillan family trees alongside Stan and Barb's personal insights from their years of Scouting in central Illinois.

Kevin Morgan's ColoradoRailfan.com is a dedicated railfan photography site covering trains across Colorado, with a particular focus on the Moffat Tunnel Subdivision, Union Pacific operations, and the California Zephyr. The site features a rich archive of train photos, videos, and updates documenting Colorado's rail scene from locations like Leyden, Glenwood Springs, and Denver.

A whimsical personal site built around the concept of an 'imaginary fishing spot,' blending humor and a work-in-progress aesthetic with iframes and JavaScript. Created by riverbankwillow on Neocities, the site leans into a playful, dreamy fishing theme with bug-related imagery and a lighthearted tone.

Tom Chalko's Mt Best site documents his off-grid sustainable home in detail, including a clever DIY chest fridge conversion that uses only 0.1 kWh per day by working with cold air's natural behavior rather than against it. The site covers a wide range of sustainability projects including solar power, greenhouse construction, floor insulation, and forest regeneration on his Australian property.

Small Hot Choco is a charming personal site featuring sections on gardening, drink reviews, music recommendations, and a whimsical crystal ball feature. The navigation hints at a cozy, intimate collection of everyday interests and personal reflections.

The Eggring is a charming webring dedicated entirely to egg enthusiasts, connecting sites from members who share a love of eggs in all their forms. Scrambled, poached, devilled, or in a frittata, this community celebrates the humble egg as the ultimate versatile breakfast food.

Geekula's personal homepage features a charming interactive 'pet the kitty' element alongside a piclog and webmaster blog, built for the full desktop experience. The site has a playful old-web aesthetic with sparkle graphics and a cozy, hand-crafted feel typical of hobby homepages.

The Radio Control Club of Rochester (RCCR) maintains this comprehensive club hub covering field locations, membership info, event schedules, newsletters, and a large photo and video archive of club activities. With resources ranging from beginner flying guides and electric flight calculators to prop charts and sailplane references, it serves both newcomers and seasoned RC enthusiasts in the Rochester, New York area.

Railfaneurope.net is a comprehensive European railway server catering to both train enthusiasts and travelers looking to explore Europe by rail. The site offers information, pictures, stock details, and timetables covering railways across the European continent.