That's a great looking track plan, Ken.
I'd like to figure out how to use XTrackCAD easily. I found the learning curve for it too steep.
Erik,
I found that the best way to learn how to use XtrackCad was to go to "Help", and follow the "Demos". To be honest, after following the demos, it took me just 20 minutes to "have the light come on", and start working with the program easily. There are also several on-line tutorials that you can follow as well. Do a search on Xtrackcad Tutorials.
... the snap feature prevents me from orientating it anywhere close to where I want it to be.