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| December
31, 2004 - January 1, 2005 (Friday - Saturday) -
Sold Out |
Great
Smoky Mountains Railroad
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| New Year's Extravaganza December 31st - We will be setting-on
in Bryson City and running east to the Dillsboro Yard and
return to Bryson before sunset. January 1st - We will proceed
west to to Andrews on New Year's morning. We will eat lunch
in Andrews and then retrun to Bryson City in the late afternoon.
The cost is: $110.00 per car and there is no discount for
running only one day. Checks payable & mail to: Tom
Falicon, 1227 Sawmill Creek Road. Ph: 828.488.8063, Bryson
City, NC 28713 |
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| January
1, 2005 (Saturday) |
Stockton
Terminal and Eastern Linden Branch Line
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| This is the first ever motorcar excursion on the line.This
run is approximately 8 miles one way starting in Stockton,
CA. We plan to make a trip in the morning and a trip after
lunch. Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion
is 32 miles. The event is sponsored by Pacific Railcar Operators.
NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional information:
Please make check payable to PRO. enclose a sase with 60
cents postage, and send to Steve. Make sure to include your
email address. We are also planning on a barbecue lunch.
These details are still being worked out. Please indicate
if you think you might be interested in participating in
the lunch and how many people would be participating. This
will allow us to get a general head count. As we finalize
the plans for the barbeque we will email everyone with more
specific details, i.e. the menu. Cost of the barbecue lunch
is yet to be determined but should be no more than $10 per
person. The cost for the lunch will be collected at registration.
The price of the trip is $40. Contact: Steve Paluso 2878
Rosario Court San Jose, California 95132 Phone: 408. 956.8070
between 6:30 and 9:00 pm. |
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| January
29, 2005 (Saturday) |
Heart
of Georgia Railroad (Former Ogeechee Railway)
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| Motor Car excursion on the Heart of Georgia Railroad
(Former Ogeechee Railway) Saturday January 29th, 2005 Between
Ardmore and Sylvania, Ga. Setting on at Newington, GA. 44
Mile Round trip with second trip option weather and operations
permitting. Cost $75.00 per car. Information Jimmy Garner
Jr 912.826.5862 (After 6PM) or Jim Garner Sr 904.264.5564. |
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| May
21, 2005 (Saturday) |
South
Branch Valley Railroad
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| Appalachian Rail Excursions is pleased to sponsor a one
day trip over the South Branch Valley Railroad on Saturday
May 21, 2005. We will travel aproximately 104 miles round
trip between Petersburg WV and Greenspring WV and return.
Trip fee is $55.00 per/car. This is a NARCOA insured trip.
All Narcoa rules will apply as well as A.R.E's rule of All
participants must wear at all times over the ankle hard
soled shoes(work boots). For more details contact John Gonder
RR#2 Box 426 Ruffsdale, PA 15679 or call 724.696.4544 evenings
before 9Pm. |
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| May
21, 2005 (Saturday) - Non NARCOA Event |
Maryland
& Pennsylvania Railroad
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| The M & P Preservation Society will sponsor a run
over its line out of Muddy Creek Forks, PA at 10 AM. Run
several times during the day. About 6 miles round trip.
Tour the 100 year old RR station-post office-general store
and rolling mills. No insurance. 15 car limit. Send $20
fee payable to to M & P Preservation Society to Gary
Gadziala, 4115 Heritage Hill Lane, Ellicott City, MD 21042
(410) 988-9752 7-9PM |
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| May
21 - 29, 2005 (Saturday - Sunday) - Confirmed!
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Central
Oregon and Pacific Railroad
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| Shasta to the Sea and return - A tour of the complete
Central Oregon and Pacific Railroad. Coordinator - Tom Phair
- POB 664 - Alamo, CA 94507 925.820.4159 Set-on - 5/20/05
- 3:00 p.m. Run Fee - $2,350.00 includes 8 nights hotels
and ground transportation, railroad fee and run fuel Run
itinerary - Weed, CA to Ashland, OR, Ashland to Eugene,
Eugene to Coos Bay & return over 9 days. Special requirements
- Safety vests, mobile radio (not handhelds), long pants
and boots seat belts recommended, but not required - Hy-rails
are allowed All NARCOA members having current NARCOA liability
insurance and Rule Book Certification are welcome. Membership
in SWRC is not required. |
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| May
21 - 22, 2005 (Saturday -Sunday) |
East
Troy Electric Railroad, East Troy, WI (Non-NARCOA
Excursion)
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| An opportunity to run under overhead wire over the last
remaining seven miles of the former Milwaukee interurban
system during the East Troy Railroad Days event. Giving
public rides both days, also special motorcar-only runs
covering the entire railroad including additional freight-only
trackage not used for public excursions. Total weekend mileage
is approximately 35. This is a non-NARCOA insured
activity, with insurance provided by the East Troy Trolley
Museum. All NARCOA rules will be in effect, and all cars
must be able to pass NARCOA inspection. There are no fees
for those attending, however all operators must be museum
members at a cost of $35 for a single annual membership.
There is a 20-car limit for this event. The annual East
Troy Railroad Days weekend has quickly become a popular
favorite with motorcar operators as a spring tune-up run
prior to the busy summer season, so be sure to sign up early!
For more information or to register contact Craig Bluschke,
10916 Spring Creek Road, Blue Mounds, WI 53517, 608).437.4419 |
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| May
22, 2005 |
Boone
& Scenic Valley Railroad
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| Boone, Iowa First Iowa Division will host our season
opener on the B&SVRR. There will be three trips during the
day. We will ride over the highest wooden interurban bridge
in the country on our way to the Des Moines River valley
and then back up the 2 1/2% grade from Fraser to Wolf where
we will turn the cars. Length of the ride is 22 miles per
round trip. Set on at the depot will start at 7:30am with
a 9:30am departure. Everyone is urged to get your car on
the track early and stay with it until the safety inspection
has been completed. Cost of the ride is $15. Current membership
in the Iowa Railroad Historical Society ($25) is a railroad
requirement also. Please make checks for the ride fee payable
to First Iowa Division and checks for IRHS membership payable
to Iowa Railroad Historical Society (IRHS). This makes the
work a lot easier. Motels in Boone are the Super 8 (1-800-800-8000)
and Amerihost (515-432-8168).For further information, please
contact Carl Schneider, 1302 6th Ave SE, Altoona, IA., 515-967-5181
. This is a First Iowa Division ride. |
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| May
22, 2005 (Sunday) |
Western
Maryland Scenic Railroad
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| The future of this railroad is in jeopardy. 2005 could
be our last year to ride this line. Join us in May 2005
as we again ride this scenic mountain railroad. From our
set-on at the engine house in Ridgeley, WV, we will travel
past the former Western Maryland Railroad station, through
the narrows, and up the mountain to Frostburg. As we await
the arrival of the steam powered passenger train, we expect
to turn the speeders on the turntable, and then return.
Approximate round trip mileage will be 34 miles. We hope
to be off the rails by 3PM, giving everyone an early trip
home. This excursion will be a great way to complete the
weekend for those riding the SBVRR excursion on Saturday
May 21. Motel rooms have been reserved at the Super 8 in
Cumberland, Saturday night, for $40 a night + tax. Information
will be sent to all applicants. This will be a Northern
Central Railcar Assoc. excursion. All NARCOA rules will
be enforced. All cars will be inspected. There is a 50 car
limit. Price for this excursion is $40 per car. For information,
contact Northern Central Railcar Assoc Excursion Gary Shrey.
Phone: 717-227-9628 |
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| May
28 - 29, 2005 (Saturday -Sunday) |
Nebkota
Railroad
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| IRE is sponsoring a two day ride on Nebkota Railway at
Gordon Nebraska. There will be an evening ride to Merriman
on the 28th. May 29th we will travel to Chadron and return.
The total mileage for the 2 days is 200 plus miles. Trip
fee $40 per car, This is a NARCOA insured event. For pre-registration
form and trip details visit http://www.iowarailroadexcursions.org
or contact Tom Jenness, 5479 R Ave, Cherokee, Iowa 51012
Tel: 1-712-225-2614. |
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| June
3 - 5, 2005 (Friday - Sunday) |
Hobo
and Winnipesakee Scenic Railroads
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| Hobo and Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroads is sponsoring
the 17th annual track car meet which includes an optional
bar-b-que dinner on Friday evening, travel round trip from
Lincoln, NH to Weirs Beach, NH on Saturday, optional dinner
on the Cafe Lafayette Dinner Train Saturday evening, and
travel round trip from Tilton, NH to Weirs Beach, NH on
Sunday. Swap meet for participants on Friday evening, slide
shows on Friday and Saturday evening. Trip fee is $70.00
prior to May 1, 2005 and includes one track car, operator,
one crew member, two (2) commerative coffee mugs, coffee
and donuts Saturday morning. This is the oldest track car
meet in the nation. All participants must adhere to the
State of New Hampshire rules and regulations for the operation
of track cars and the Hobo Railroad operating rules and
regulations as specified in the timetable. Questions about
equipment should be directed to the meet coordinator. For
additional information please check the Hobo Railroad website
at www.hoborr.com or
mail a stamped self addressed envelope to the meet coordinator,
Paul G. Yorkis, 24 Kimberly Drive, Medway, MA 02053, phone
508.533.4848 |
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| June
3 - 5, 2005 (Friday - Sunday) |
Mississippi
Delta Railroad
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Cotton and the Blues
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| This is the Mississippi Cotton Delta at its best and
home of the BLUES. They are proud to be the home of Ike
Turner, W. C. Hardy, John Lee Hooker, Muddy Waters, and
many others. One of my favorite actors, Morgan Freeman,
owns a restaurant in Clarksdale. The Mississippi Delta Railroad
is part of the old Yazoo & Mississippi Valley Railroad,
which was later purchased by the IC in the 40's. It has
over 1000 car loadings each year and is run by Patti Howell,
often the engineer, and Reggie Howell, the Conductor/Trainman.
They also do track work, locomotive and car repairs, and
anything else that is needed for the successful operation
of a railroad. We will have an exciting motorcar excursion
run on the Mississippi Delta Railroad on Friday, June 3rd,
Saturday, June 4th, and Sunday, June 5th. The Mississippi
Delta Railroad has never hosted a motorcar excursion before.
Maybe we can make it an annual event. The mileage for all
three days is approximately 135 to140 miles.Cost: $145.00
for all three days. Limit 30 cars. No refunds after May
3, 2005Registration forms are available in PDF format, or
by sending your name and mailing address to Atlanta Railcar
Transportation, 3520 Cold Spring Lane, Chamblee, GA 30341.
Telephone (770) 457-6212. Flyers are sent by via the Postal
Service; we will ignore your request if you do not provide
a mailing address. |
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| June
4, 2005 |
Ft.
Leonard Wood Army Base -
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| Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri Set on will be at 10:30am
with a 12:00 noon departure. Have an early lunch or bring
snacks along as there won't be a stop for lunch. We will
make two trips on this scenic line through the Ozarks. This
immaculately maintained line (your tax dollars at work!)
twists and turns 20 miles in and around the Ozarks to the
connection with the BNSF at Bundy Junction. Due to security
issues, you will need to register at the gate on arrival.
Other security issues will be announced should any become
available. Cost of this ride is $20. Motels are the Red
Roof Inn (573-336-2510) and the Budget Inn (573-336-5212),
all in the St. Roberts - Waynesville area.For further information,
please contact Carl Schneider, 1302 6th Ave SE, Altoona,
IA., 515-967-5181 or . This is a First Iowa Division ride. |
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| June
11, 2005 (Saturday) |
Minnesota
Southern Railway
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| IRE is sponsoring a ride on the Minnesota Southern at
Luverne Minnesota. Travel from Luverne to Agate Junction,
Then on to Manly Junction, returning to Luverne. Mileage
for the day is 90 miles. This is a NARCOA insured event.
Cost of the ride is $40 per car. For trip details and pre-registration
form visit http://www.iowarailroadexcursions.com or contact
Tom Jenness, 5479 R Ave., Cherokee, Iowa, 51012 Tel: 1-712-225-2614
Email jennjeto@netins.net. |
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| June
11 - 12, 2005 (Saturday - Sunday) |
The
New York Susquehanna & Western Railway Northern Division
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| The Volunteer Railroaders Association, a NARCOA affiliate,
is proud to announce a motorcar trip over the; The New York
Susquehanna & Western Railway Northern Division Out of Chenango
Forks, NY on Saturday and Sunday June 11th and 12th 200
Join us as we ride the Northern Division rails of the NYS&W
(former DL&W) for a 2-day 260-mile Spring outing. Saturday
we will travel toward Syracuse and return through scenic
farmland and the towns of Whitney Point, Marathon, Cortland
and Jamesville. Time permitting we will visit the NYS&W's
Ontrack operation in Syracuse. We will stay overnight in
the Binghamton - Chenango Forks area. Sunday, we head toward
Utica and return via Greene, Norwich, Sherburne and Sangerfield.
Time constraints, crossings and mileage will not permit
reaching Utica but you will get feel for this scenic line
though Upstate farm country. The price is $160 for both
days. Lunch both days is on your own. NARCOA insurance is
required. NARCOA Rules apply. No club to join, no dues to
pay. We have arranged for a special rate at a local hotel
for those from out of town. This is a non-mentoring excursion.
All NARCOA compliant motorcars are welcome. Over age 18
only. Excursion Coordinator:Steve Weiss Phone: 201-262-3455
(Best Way) |
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| June
13 (Monday) |
Sumpter
Valley Railway
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36" NARROW GAUGE MOTORCAR EXCURSION ANNOUNCEMENT Smitty,
Patrick Smith, An Individual, is pleased to sponsor a 1
day motorcar excursion on the SVRy on Monday, June 13, 2005,
set on 8:00 AM. Participants will travel between Mc Ewen
and Sumpter, OR making multiple 10 mile round trips all
day, we will also tour the SVRy facilities and the dredge
located in Sumpter. This is a good railroad to break in
your narrow gauge motorcar and be mentored on. Lodging and
meals are on your own. This is a NO SMOKING event. You must
be over 18 years of age. No pets.Trip fee $50.00 per car
with a maximum limit of 15 motorcars, so please get your
spot reserved by sending your check now.This motorcar excursion
will be ran with or without the NARCOA insurance, all NARCOA
rules will apply.Any or all of this information is subject
to change at anytime. For registration, motel list, motorcar
restrictions (must be equipped with spark arrestors), etc.
contact me, Smitty Smith 20799 Sumpter Stage Hwy.
Baker City, OR. 97814-7753 Phone # 541-524-9428 |
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| June
18,19 2005 (Saturday -Sunday) |
Hoosier
Valley Railroad Museum
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| Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum. North Judson, IN Great
Lake Railcars and the Chesapeake and Indiana Railroad will
be hosting a meet during the North Judson Mint Festival.
Operators will be asked to give 5 mile public rides in exchange
for a long private trips to Malden or Thomaston "approx
40 miles" on Sat afternoon and Sun. morning with a possible
night run to LaCrosse "approx 20 miles" on Sat. Museum insurance
will cover rides with the public and NARCOA insurance will
be in effect for the long runs. There is NO cost involved
for those who wish to participate. Cars with seats and belts
are recommended for safety during public rides. Museum will
be accepting participants who wish to arrive on Friday.
All cars have the option of being stored in the engine house
on Sat. night. A 25 car limit will be in place and all NARCOA
rules and regulations apply. For trip details and hotel
information please contact Jon Schmidt, 17591 w15b Rd. Culver,
IN 46511. Ph. 574-842-2948. Museum site and directions are
found at hvrm.railfan.net. A limited amount of RV parking
with electric is available on museum grounds. |
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| June
18,19 2005 (Saturday -Sunday) |
Whitewater
Valley Railroad & Indiana Transportation Museum
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| OVR is hosting a two-day excursion on the Whitewater
Valley Railroad and Indiana Transportation Museum June 18
& 19, 2005. On June 18th WWV participants will travel approximately
50 round trip miles between Connersville, IN and Metamora,
IN. On June 27th, ITM participants will set on at Noblesville,
IN, and we will travel as far south as we can towards Indianapolis.
Trip fee is $45 per car per day. There is a car limit of
50. This is a NARCOA insured excursion where all NARCOA
and OVR rules will be in effect. No A series cars permitted.
For trip details contact Bruce Carpenter 10241 County Road
25 Wapakoneta, Ohio 45895. Tel: (419) 738-5384 or contact
by e-mail |
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| June
19 - July 9, 2005 (Sunday - Saturday) |
Pacific
Northwest Tour 2005 - Follow the Route of Lewis &
Clark
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| MOW is pleased to sponsor a three week tour including
8 railroads and one historic street car route in the Pacific
Northwest. |
| Participants will travel approximately 1300 miles on
8 railroads and approximately 1100 road miles starting in
central Montana. All participants must have a 2005 MOW membership
and license number. Trip fee of $1950.00 per car. Participants
are responsible for their own meals and lodging. There is
a 30-car limit. No postmarks before Jan 10, 2005. This is
a NARCOA insured excursion, and all NARCOA rules will apply.
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| June 19th - 21st |
Sunday - Tuesday
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Central Montana Railroad (Denton, MT) |
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| June 23rd - June 26th |
Wednesday - Sunday
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Montana Rail Link
(5th & 6th subs, 2nd, 3rd, 2nd subs) |
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| June 30th |
Thursday
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Rarus Railway (Anaconda, MT)
Camas Prairie Railroad (Lewiston, ID |
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| July 1st |
Friday
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BG & CM (Camas Prairie
2nd Sub.) |
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| July 2nd |
Saturday
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Rarus Railway (Anaconda, MT)
Camas Prairie Railroad (Lewiston, ID) |
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| July 4th |
Monday
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Blue Mountain Railroad (Dayton, WA) |
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| July 6th |
Wednesday
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Mt. Hood Railway (Parksdale, OR) |
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| July 7th & 9th |
Thursday, Saturday
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Portland & Western Railroad |
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| For trip details visit the MOW
website or contact: |
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| Chris Baldo |
H) 707.459.2600
W) 707.459.4549 |
| Margaret Hope |
H) 604.320.7613 |
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| June
25, 2005 (Saturday) |
San
Luis Central Railroad
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| Motorcar Excursion on the San Luis Central R.R. Co. This
Rocky Mountain Division-sponsored excursion for RMD members
will take place on the morning of June 25th, 2005, with
our round-trip beginning at the southern terminus of the
railroad at Sugar Junction at the SLC Station, one mile
east of Monte Vista, Colorado, just north of the wye interchange
with the SLRG, continuing north to Center, Colorado and
return.Set-on is planned for 9:00am, Inspection at 10:00am
and subsequent Departure at 11:00am, with a return to Sugar
Junction and set-off at 4:30pm. The San Luis Central Excursion
Fee will be $15 per person. A few stops are planned, including
2 hours for lunch at Center, Colorado. The SLC RR is an
industrial and agricultural railroad which operates trackage
from Sugar Junction to Center, Colorado, 13+ miles directly
north. Monte Vista, Colorado and Sugar Junction can be reached
from Denver on U.S. 285 South, from Colorado Springs on
U.S. 24 West to U.S. 285 South, and from I-25 and Walsenburg,
Colorado, West on U.S. 160. A map is attached. The SLC RR
is located in the largest alpine valley in the world, in
which the floor lies 7,500 feet above sea level. The length
of the valley from north to south is over 80 miles, and
its greatest width is approximately 50 miles. Nestled high
in the Colorado Rockies, protected by 14,000 foot peaks,
the San Luis Valley offers breathtaking scenery year round.
The San Juan Range on the west is the continental divide.
The spiny Sangre de Cristo Range on the east is one of Colorado's
tallest mountain ranges. Mt. Blanca, the fourth tallest
peak in Colorado, at 14,345 feet, towers over the San Luis
Valley.Also, advised is protection against Colorado s strong
UV Radiation at this altitude, West Nile Virus and High-altitude
dehydration. Our stop in Center at 12:30pm will allow plenty
enough time to: A. Enjoy the lunch you brought in your cooler.
B. Enjoy the catered picnic lunch, cost is an additional
$15 per person in advance. C. Walk to the town s restaurants.
Much more adventure-some and riskier, since the Mexican-style
Fare here seems to be hotter here. (Ask me how I know.)
To recap costs and fees, which must be paid in advance:Excursion
fee: $15.00 (Per Person) Membership Fee $15.00 (for Non-members)
Lunch $15.00 (optional, and really is excellent, hot or
not) Please send your fees and lunch dollars to: Steve Patterson,
Treasurer 4019 Perry Street Denver, CO 80212-2171 303-256-8494
or Gus Mocilac, President on the web at: http://rockymountaindivision.org/excursions.htm
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| June
25, 2005 (Saturday) |
Nebraska
Northeastern Railway
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| IRE is sponsoring a ride on Nebraska Northeastern Railroad
at Osmond Nebraska. Traveling to O'neil and return. Mileage
for the day is approximately 120 miles round trip. This
is a NARCOA insured event. For trip details and pre-registration
form visit http://www.iowarailroadexcursions.org
or contact Tom Jenness, 5479 R Ave, Cherokee, Iowa, 51012
Tel: 1-712-225-2614. |
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| June
25, 2005 |
Appanoose
County Railroad
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| Centerville, Iowa Set on time will be 6:30am just south
of the water tower in the southeast part of town with an
8:30am departure. We will travel southeast from Centerville
and then north to Albia on a well-maintained combination
of welded and jointed track for a total of 35 miles each
way. You'll be able to see the new facility being built
at the south end of Albia for the rebuilding of locomotives.
A barbecue dinner will be available at the restored Moravia
depot for $5.00. Cost of the ride is $30. Motels are the
Super 8 (1-800-800-8000) and Motel 60 (1-800-437-7271).For
further information, please contact Carl Schneider, 1302
6th Ave SE, Altoona, IA., 515-967-5181 or email This is
a First Iowa Division ride. |
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| June
25, 2005 (Saturday) (Non-NARCOA
Excursion - NARCOA insurance not required) |
Toledo
Lake Erie & Western Railroad
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| Location: Yawberg Rd., near Grand Rapids, Ohio Set on
time: 9:30am. First trip starts app: 10:15am. Cost: $15.00
each car no refunds Two - 8 mile rounds trips are scheduled.
To operate over the six steel span bridge,you must reload
and set back on in Grand Rapids. All meet at Yawberg Rd.
Train will be operating. All must be ready and ALL must
sign a TLE&W release form. An open flee market is available.
Bring items For Sale. For further information contact: Victor
Geckle Jr, 21694 St. Rt. 613, Continental, Ohio 45831 419-596-3522
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| June
25-26, 2005 (Saturday - Sunday) |
Caney
Fork & Western
Railroad
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| Don Bell is pleased to sponsor a 2-day run over the Caney
Fork & Western RR on June 25th and 26th. Participants will
travel approximately 110 round-trip miles between McMinnville
- Sparta - Tullahoma, TN. Set on will be in McMinnville,
TN at 8:00am CDT with departure at 9:00am CDT. Trip fee
is $35.00. There is a 15 car limit. This is a NARCOA insured
excursion and all NARCOA rules will apply. For trip details
contact Don Bell (423/842-0330 or 423/488-5710)- or Jim
Paty (615/792-3786) - |
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| June
25-26, 2005 (Saturday - Sunday) |
West
Virginia Central Railroad
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| ARE is pleased to sponsor a 2 day run over the West Virginia
Central Railroad, Elkins, WV, on Saturday June 25 and Sunday
June 26, 2005. Participants will travel approximately 198
round trip miles from Elkins WV, to Spruce WV and to Belington
WV on to Tygart Junction. There is a 50 car limit, NO High
Rails, Over the ankle work boots required by all riders.
Box lunch available on Saturday at an extra fee. Trip fee
is $135.00 per car includes railroad costs. This is a NARCOA
insured excursion, and all NARCOA and ARE rules will apply.
For trip details send #10 self addressed STAMPED envelope
to: Paul Rujak, 786 Hudson Hill Road, Weirton, WV. 26062.
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| June
26, 2005 (Sunday) |
Freemont
Elkhorn Valley Railroad
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| IRE is sponsoring a ride on Fremont Elkhorn Valley Railroad
at Hooper Nebraska. We will travel from Hooper to the railroads
headquarters at Fremont NE. and return. Round trip mileage
will be about 36 miles. This is a NARCOA insured event.
Cost of the ride is $25.00 For trip details and pre-registration
form visit http://www.iowarailroadexcursions.org
or contact Tom Jenness, 5479 R Ave, Cherokee, Iowa, 51012
Tel: 1-712-225-2614. |
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| July
2 - 4th, 2005 (Saturday, Sunday & Monday) |
Bath
& Hammondsport Railroad
Livonia, Avon & Lakeville Railroad
Arcade & Attica Railroad
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| OVR will host a three-day excursion over the Bath & Hammondsport
Railroad July 2nd, Livonia, Avon and Lakefield Railroad
July 3rd, and the Arcade & Attica Railroad July 4th, 2005.
Saturday, July 2nd. Bath & Hammondsport . Set on at Cohocton,
NY 7:30 a.m. 90 miles round trip to Painted Post and Wayland
NY, lunch stop should be available. Sunday, July 3rd. Livonia,
Avon and Lakeville. Set on at Lakeville, NY. 44 miles round
trip to Jefferson Rd. near Mortimer, NY. Trip over mid afternoon,
no planned lunch stop, some limited food possible. Monday,
July 4th. Arcade & Attica Railroad. Set on at Arcade, NY
9:00 a.m. 30 miles round trip to North Java, NY. Lunch is
planned along the route. Fee: B&H and the LA&L: $115 Fee:
A&A RR: $43. This is a NARCOA insured excursion where all
NARCOA and OVR rules will be in effect. Registrations handled
by Jeff Levengood 2189 Oak Tree Dr Dover, OH 45622 Tel:
(330) 343-3407. For trip detail contact Dave Verzi 10059
Aldridge Dr. Columbia Station, OH 44028. Tel: (440) 236-3374
between 6-9 PM |
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| July
5 - 8, 2005 (Tuesday - Friday) |
Algoma
Central Railroad
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| Great Lakes Railcars is pleased to give advance notice
for a 4 day excursion of the Algoma Central Railroad from
Sault Ste. Marie to Hurst, ON, Canada July 5 - 9, 2005.
Verbal approval has been received from the railroad. We
will travel the entire line, 592 miles round trip. This
is a repeat of the most popular excursion east of the Mississippi.
The trip will be conducted much as it has in the past few
years with seton in Sault Ste. Marie, ON, two nights in
Wa Wa and one in Hurst, Ont. This is a NARCOA insured event
and all NARCOA rules will apply. In addition High visibility
vest must be worn and all cars must have seat belts installed.
Details and final fee are pending. To reserve one of the
35 spots for your car and more information as it becomes
available, send a refundable $50 deposit to Stan Conyer,
9333 W. St. Rd. 46, Columbus IN. 47201. 812.342.0565, |
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| July
9, 2005 (Saturday) |
Wisconsin Northern
|
| Rice Lake, Wisconsin This is another new ride for us
the year. Mike Johns, formerly of the Chillicothe Brunswick
Rail Authority , is now employed as the VP of Marketing
for Progressive Rail which owns this railroad. The ride
begins at Rice Lake, Wisconsin and travels south to Cameron
and then west to Almena. Mileage is 18 miles each way and
we plan on riding the line twice for a daily total of 72
miles. Set on time is 7:00am with an 8:30am departure. Bring
a picnic lunch as we will be stopping in the Wisconsin woods
to eat along the tracks. Cost of this ride is $30. Motels
in Rice Lake are the Super 8 (1-800-800-8000), Americinn
(1-800-634-3444), Microtel (1-888-202-4223, and the Starlight
Motel (1-800-992-1669. The Chamber of Commerce of Rice Lake
and also of Chetek, Wisconsin have sent along some information
packets which have lots of sightseeing information for the
local area in case you would be interested in doing that
while in Wisconsin. Let me know if you would like one of
these packets and I'll see that you get one.For further
information, please contact Carl Schneider, 1302 6th Ave
SE, Altoona, IA., 515-967-5181 or email . This is a First
Iowa Division ride. |
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| July
10, 2005 (Sunday) |
Chippewa
Valley Motor Car Assn
|
| Durand, Wisconsin We are pleased to offer this first
opportunity to ride with our friends of the Chippewa Motor
Car Association on their line which runs from near Durand,
Wisconsin. This is a very scenic line and is 100% maintained
and operated by the motor car people. Mileage is approximately
25 miles round trip. Set on time is at 8:00am with a scheduled
departure of 9:30am for the first run. We will ride the
line two times during the day and will have a picnic along
the tracks at lunch time. Be sure to bring goodies! Cost
of the ride is $15 per car. At this time, we are still obtaining
information concerning motels and that will be posted as
soon as we get it. For further information, please contact
Carl Schneider, 1302 6th Ave SE, Altoona, IA., 515-967-5181
or email This is a First Iowa Division ride. |
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| July
11 – 15, 2005 (Monday - Friday) |
Idaho
Northern & Pacific Railroad Wallowa-Union County Railroad
Authority
|
| Southwest Railcar Ltd. is pleased to sponsor a 5 day
run over both IN&P RR and WUCRA rails through some of the
most scenic parts of Oregon and Idaho. This event will include
set-ons at 2 different locations and a bonus night run.
NARCOA members will travel 21 miles from LaGrande to Elgin,
Oregon on the IN&P and 63 miles from Elgin to Joseph on
the WUCRA. Motor coach will then carry us along Lake Wallowa
to the historic Wallowa Lodge nestled in the most visited
state park in Oregon. Tuesday we relax and enjoy the both
park and the historic town of Joseph with its brass foundries,
shopping and dining establishments. Wednesday we reverse
our run back to LaGrande. Thursday we drive to Emmett, Idaho,
set-on and enjoy an optional night run of 29 miles to Payette
and return for our mandatory 8 hours of NARCOA rest. Friday
morning we travel 68 miles up river to Cascade, Idaho, stopping
along the way at the historic Horseshoebend Depot and other
scenic spots. After luncheon in Cascade, we return to Emmett
having traveled this always sold-out run located close to
the unique Snake River Canyon. Space is limited on this
NARCOA-insured event. The charge of $400 applies for all
3 runs. You do not have to be a member of SWRC, but, of
course, all NARCOA rules apply. For details or to sign-up,
visit the Southwest
Railcar Ltd. Website or contact
Don Piercy, Whidbey Western Railroad, 750 Snowberry Lane,
Coupeville, Washington 98239-3110, (360) 678-4488, or Jim
Spicer, 91375 Coburg Road, Eugene, OR 97408, (541) 344-3079 |
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| July
19 - 22, 2005 (Tuesday - Friday) |
Canadian
National - (Kinghorn Subdivision)
|
| Track Motorcars of Ontario (in association with Wilderness
Tours) is pleased to confirm a four-day motorcar run on
CN's Kinghorn Sub, which links Thunder Bay with CN's transcontinental
main line, at Longlac, ON. By the time of our excursion
this line will be closed to CN rail traffic as the result
of a rerouting agreement with CPR, and we expect this will
be the only opportunity ever to view it by motorcar. Our
operating base will be Nipigon, ON, on the Trans-Canada
Highway, 65 miles east of Thunder Bay. Set-on on July 18
in Nipigon. On July 19-21 we plan to cover as much of the
line as possible, a total of about 360 miles. On July 22
we will retrace the most scenic portion of the line, for
about 85 additional miles. At a minimum, steel-toed boots
and high-visibility vest will be required; seat belts are
strongly recommended. This will be a NARCOA-insured meet,
and all NARCOA rules are applicable. Limited to 25 cars.
Excursion details are still being finalized. For information
contact Ted Stevens, R.R. #2, 318564 Grey Road 1, Owen Sound,
ON, N4K 5N4, Canada, Tel: 519 376 2563. |
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| July
23 & 24, 2005 (Saturday & Sunday) |
North
Shore Railroad & Shamokin
Valley Railroad
|
| CPE is pleased to announce a 2
day ride over the 86 mile North Shore Railroad on Saturday
and the 50 mile Shamokin Valley Railroad on Sunday. On Saturday
night the Central PA Chapter NRHS will be our host at their
former Reading Railroad station in White Deer. A dinner
will be provided for a donation to the Chapter. There will
be locomotive and caboose rides, handcar rides, a slideshow
of local railroads and a good evening of railroad fellowship.
On Sunday we will tour a large HO layout of the Sunbury
to Shamokin line that we will be riding. This is a NARCOA
insured event. Cost for the weekend is $65 of which $10
goes to the Central PA Chapter NHRS to help with their ongoing
restoration projects. Send a check to Central PA Excursions,
PO Box 145, White Deer, PA 17856. Questions contact Larry
Maynard (570)538-9050 |
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| July
30, 2005 (Saturday) |
Wisconsin
Northern Railroad Company
|
| NCR is pleased to sponsor a first time, one-day motor
car excursion over a portion of the Wisconsin Northern Railroad
on Saturday, July 30, 2005. We will run make two round-trips
from Rice Lake, WI to Almena, WI (via Cameron, WI), for
a total of 72 miles. Excursion fee is $75 per car and includes
all railroad fees and related excursion costs. Complete
details and registration materials will be sent upon receipt
of the excursion fee. There is a 25 car limit. This is a
NARCOA-insured excursion and all NARCOA rules will apply.
For further information, contact Michael P. Ford, 7712 Carpenter
Court, Plainfield, Indiana 46168-8035. Tel: 317.839.9320
|
| |
| July
31, 2005 (Sunday) |
North
Shore Scenic Railroad (NSSR) "Rail & Sail"
|
| NCR is pleased to announce a 1-day excursion over the
North Shore Scenic Railroad between Two Harbors, MN and
Duluth, MN on the afternoon Sunday, July 31, 2005. We will
display our cars at the historic D.M. & I.R. station
(adjacent to the ore docks) in Two Harbors for several hours,
then travel approximately 52 miles round-trip between Two
Harbors & Duluth. During our 2.5 hour layover in Duluth,
participants can either tour the Canal Park area and have
dinner on their own, or take a 2-hour, narrated harbor tour,
including a buffet pizza dinner. We plan to return at dusk
with some night operation. The excursion fee is $75 per
car, which includes 2 admissions to the NSSR museum. The
cost of the harbor tour (including pizza buffet) will be
additional and is explained in the registration materials.
There is a 25 car limit. Complete details will be sent upon
receipt of the excursion fee. This is a NARCOA-insured excursion
and all NARCOA rules will apply. To register for the excursion
or obtain more information, contact Michael P. Ford, 7712
Carpenter Court, Plainfield, Indiana 46168-8035, Tel: 317.839.9320 |
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| July
31, 2005 (Sunday) |
Caney
Fork & Western RR
|
| Don Bell is pleased to sponsor a one-day run over the
Caney Fork & Western RR on Sunday, July 31, 2005. Participants
will travel approximately 110 round-trip miles between McMinnville
- Sparta - Tullahoma, TN. Trip fee is $35.00. There is a
15 car limit. This is a NARCOA insured excursion and all
NARCOA rules will apply. For trip details contact Don Bell
(423/842-0330 or 423/488-5710), or Jim Paty (615/792-3786)
|
|
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| August
6 - 7, 2005 (Saturday - Sunday) |
Central
Manitoba Railway, Inc.
|
| North Central Railcars is pleased to announce a 2-day
motor car excursion over the Central Manitoba Railway on
Saturday & Sunday, August 6 & 7, 2005. Participants will
travel approximately 110 to 120 miles each day on a combination
of the Pine Falls and Carman subdivisions. These subdivisions
run north and west from Winnipeg. There is a possibility
that we may travel some rare mileage through the city of
Winnipeg. The exact itinerary, set-on location, etc., are
yet to be finalized. Complete information will be forwarded
upon receipt of the excursion fee. The excursion fee of
$75/per day (or $150 for both days) includes all railroad
fees and other related excursion costs. There is a 25 car
limit. This is a NARCOA-insured excursion, and all NARCOA
rules will apply. For further details, contact Michael P.
Ford, 7712 Carpenter Court, Plainfield, Indiana 46168-8035.
Tel: (317) 839-9320 |
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| August
8, 2005 (Monday) |
Southern
Manitoba Railway, Inc.
|
| North Central Railcars is pleased to sponsor a 1-day
motor car excursion over the Southern Manitoba Railway's
Miami Subdivision on Monday, August 8, 2005. Participants
will travel approximately 140 round-trip miles on the former
CN Miami Subdivision in the Pembine Valley area between
Lowe Farm, MB and Mariapolis, MB. Complete details will
be sent upon receipt of the trip fee. The excursion fee
of $80.00 (USD) includes all railroad other related excursion
costs. There is a 25 car limit. This is a NARCOA-insured
excursion, and all NARCOA rules will apply. For trip details,
contact Michael P. Ford, 7712 Carpenter Court, Plainfield,
IN 46168-8035. Tel: 317.839.9320 or |
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| August
9 - 16, 2005 (Tuesday - Tuesday) |
Canadian
National - Takla Sub formerly BC Rail (British Columbia)
|
| Starting in Prince George, BC, Canada heading East to
McBride, BC for breathing mountain scenery and return to
Prince George. Then north to end of the Takla sub-division.
Beautiful BC forest and mountain scenery, running beside
lakes and rivers you will end up in a logging camp to enjoy
logging hospitality and food. We will set on at Prince George
- ex BCR yard at 9:00 a.m.. Departure is scheduled for 8:00
8/9/05. This ride is limited to 25 cars. Run Fee to be announced.
Hy-rails permitted. Run fee is $2,250.00 for one motorcar
and two occupants.includes Run fee includes RR fee, hotels,
transportation motorcar fuel and bus transportation. Equipment
Restrictions/Requirements: Mobile radios (not handhelds),
safety vests, long pants, high top boots, seat belts. CN
requires an orange safety vest with yellow Day-Glo stripes,
bring you own or SWRC can provided at an additional cost.
The event is sponsored by Southwest Railcar Limited (SWRC).
NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Event Coordinator: Tom
Phair - POB 664 - Alamo, CA 94507 Phone 925.820.4159, Website
- http://www.southwest-railcar.org.
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| August
9 - 11, 2005 (Tuesday-Thursday) |
Canadian
Pacific Railway (LaRiviere & Napinka Subs)
|
| North Central Railcars is pleased to sponsor a 3-day
motor car excursion over the Canadian Pacific Railway's
LaRiviere and Napinka Subdivisions on August 9, 10 &
11, 2005. Participants will travel approximately 360 round-trip
miles through the beautiful Pembine Valley between Morris,
MB and Napinka, MB. Complete details will be sent upon receipt
of the excursion fee. Each participant will be expected
to bring and wear a hard hat, safety eyewear/glasses, high-visibility
vest, and steel toed boots. This is a CPR Rule. No exceptions.
Excursion fee of $325.00 (USD) includes all railroad and
related excursion costs, 2 nights lodging in Boissevain,
MB and other amenities. There is a 25 car limit. This is
a NARCOA-insured excursion, and all NARCOA rules will apply.
For trip details, contact Michael P. Ford, 7712 Carpenter
Court, Plainfield, IN 46168-8035. Tel: 317.839.9320 |
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| Aug.
13, 2005 (Saturday) |
Minnesota
Southern Railroad
|
| Luverne, Minnesota Set on at the depot at 6:30am with
an 8:00am departure. We will travel east through Magnolia,
Adrian, and Rushmore with a turn around near the connection
with the Union Pacific south of Worthington. On our return
to Luverne, we will stop for lunch. Everyone will be on
their own for lunch. There are several eating choices within
walking distance of the tracks. After lunch, we will travel
west to where the Minnesota Southern interchanges at Manley
Junction with the BNSF. This is former CNW track with mostly
90# rail. Total mileage round trip is 90 miles. Cost of
the ride is $25. There is s Super 8 (1-800-800-8000) in
Luverne. For further information, please contact Carl Schneider,
1302 6th Ave SE, Altoona, IA., 515-967-5181 or email This
is a First Iowa Division ride. |
| |
| August
14, 2005 (Sunday) |
Huckleberry
Railroad Narrow Gage 36"/Crossroads Village
|
| GLR is sponsoring a one-day run on the Huckleberry Railroad
at Crossroads Village in Flint , MI. Participants will travel
approximately 10-miles with muiltiple trips planned. Seton
is 9:00 AM at the Engine House. Trip fee is $25.00 per car,
and will include all railroad costs. No car limit. This
is a NARCOA insured excursion where all NARCOA and GLR rules
will apply. For trip details contact Gary Greenwood 1800
Baseline Rd Leslie, MI 49251 517 589-8155 |
| |
| August
18 - 28, 2005 (Thursday - Sunday) |
Canadian
National (British Columbia)
|
| Leave Prince George and head east for a 2 day run out
to McBridge, BC Then out of Prince George to Prince Rupert,
an inland port of shipping and fishing. One day layover
in Prince Rupert with return trip including a one day side
trip on rails to Kitimat, BC. We will set on at Prince George
- ex BCR yard at 9:00 a.m.to. Departure is scheduled for
8/18/05 . This ride is limited to 24 cars. Run Fee is $2,995.00
fee includes RR fee, hotels, transportation motorcar fuel
and bus transportation for one motorcar and 2 occupants.
Hy-rails permitted. Equipment Restrictions/Requirements:
Mobile radios (not handhelds), safety vests, long pants,
high top boots, seat belts. CN requires an orange safety
vest with yellow Day-Glo stripes, bring you own or SWRC
can provided at an additional cost. The event is sponsored
by Southwest Railcar Limited (SWRC). NARCOA insurance and
rules apply. Event Coordinator: Tom Phair - POB 664 - Alamo,
CA 94507 Phone 925-820-4159 Website - http://www.southwest-railcar.org
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| |
| August,
21- 22, 2005 (Saturday - Sunday) |
Indiana
Northeastern Railroad
|
| Last trip on this railroad for the foreseeable future.
OVR will host a two-day excursion on the Indiana Northeastern
Railroad August 20-21, 2005. Participants will travel approximately
200 round trip miles between Ashley, IN and Litchfield,
MI. and then between Ashley, IN and South Milford, IN. Lunch
stops will have food service available for Saturday, but
plan on bringing lunch for Sunday's run. Restroom facilities
will be provided in several locations along trip. No A-series
cars will be allowed however Hy-rail vehicles are welcome.
Trip fee is $145.00 with a 50-car limit. This is a NARCOA
insured excursion where all NARCOA and OVR rules will be
in effect. For trip details contact Bruce Carpenter 10241
County Road 25 Wapakoneta, Ohio 45895. Tel: (419) 738-5384 |
| |
| August
22 - 24, 2005 (Monday - Wednesday) (updated June
10, 2005) |
Cumbres
& Toltec Scenic Narrow Gauge Railroad
|
| Smitty, Patrick Smith, An Individual, is pleased to sponsor
a 2 day motorcar excursion on the C&TSNGRR on August 22-23-24,
2005, set on is the 22nd. Participants will travel approximately
128 round-trip miles on this historic steam railroad between
Chama, NM and Antonito, CO.Experienced and alert operators
and excellent motorcar mechanical condition please. Lodging
and meals are on your own. This is a NO SMOKING event. You
must be over 18 years of age. No pets.Trip fee: $300.00
per car, this is based on at least 18 signing up. There
is a 20 motorcar limit. Registration starts May 5, 2005
please no postmarks before this date. $100.00 cancellation
fee and no refunds after July 18, 2005. This is a NARCOA
insured excursion, and all NARCOA rules will apply.For complete
trip details, motorcar restrictions, (must be equipped with
spark arrestors, rail sweeps), cutoff date, motel list,
etc. contact and send check to: Smitty Smith, 20799 Sumpter
Stage Hwy., Baker City, OR. 97814-7753, Phone # 541-524-9428
or Smitty Smith 20799 Sumpter Stage Hwy. Baker City, OR.
97814-7753 Phone # 541-524-9428 |
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| August
25 - 28, 2005 (Thursday - Sunday) (updated June
10, 2005) |
Durango
& Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
|
| Smitty, Patrick Smith, An Individual, is pleased to sponsor
a 3 day motorcar excursion on the D&SNGRR on August 25-26-27-28,
2005, set on is the 25th. Participants will travel approximately
56 round-trip miles everyday against the current of traffic
on this magnificent steam railroad during "Railfest 2005",
between Silverton, CO and Rockwood, CO on the world famous
"High Line".Experienced and alert operators and excellent
motorcar mechanical condition please. Lodging and meals
on your own. This is a NO SMOKING event. You must be over
18 years of age. No pets. Trip fee: $350.00 per car, this
is based on at least 18 signing up. There is a 20 motorcar
limit. Registration starts May 5, 2005 please no postmarks
before this date. $100.00 cancellation fee and no refunds
after July 18, 2005. This is a NARCOA insured excursion,
and all NARCOA rules will apply. For complete trip details,
motorcar restrictions (must be equipped with spark arrestors,
rail sweeps), cut off date, motel list, etc. contact and
send check to: Smitty Smith, 20799 Sumpter Stage Hwy., Baker
City, OR. 97814-7753, Phone # 541-524-9428 Smitty Smith
20799 Sumpter Stage Hwy. Baker City, OR. 97814-7753 Phone
# 541-524-9428 |
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| |
| Sept.
3 & 4, 2005 (Saturday - Sunday) |
Caney
Fork and Western Railroad
|
| Don Bell is pleased to sponsor a two-day run over the
Caney Fork and Western Railroad on September 3 and 4. Participants
will travel approximately 110 round-trip miles between McMinnville,
Sparta and Tullahoma, Tennessee. Set on will be at 8:00am
central daylight time in McMinnville, Tennessee with departure
at 9:00am. Trip fee is $35.00 per car. There is a 15 car
limit. This is a NARCOA insured excursion and all NARCOA
rules will apply. For trip details contact Don Bell (423/842-0330
or 423/488-5710), 234 Headlyn Drive - Hixson, TN 37343 -
or Jim Paty (615/792-3786) 115 Oak Street - Ashland City,
TN 37015 |
| |
| Sept.
3 & 4, 2005 (Saturday - Sunday)
Full - registration closed |
Western
New York & Pennsylvania Railroad
|
| Ohio Valley Railcars invites you to participate in riding
the 224 (approximate) round trip miles of the Western New
York & Pennsylvania Railroad September 3&4, 2005 between
Falconer, NY, and Hornell, NY. The railroad is comprised
of the former Erie / Erie Lackawanna main line. This right
of way is very scenic, has been recently upgraded and is
in excellent condition. Interesting depots, signal equipment,
historic towns, vintage Alco locomotives. Travel along the
Genesee River. Our set on is planned to be in Falconer,
NY. Day one we'll travel to Hornell, NY, turn and stay overnight
in Wellsville, NY. Day two we'll travel from Wellsville
returning to Falconer. Hotel rooms for the night of September
3 are included in your registration fee. As always compliance
with NARCOA and OVR rules is required. With the return of
your registration, you will be sent a map and required NARCOA
paperwork. Note: 29 car limit! Also subject to a minimum
number of cars Registration deadline is August 12th. Hotel
room Sept 3rd is included in fee. Set on is expected to
begin at 8:00 a.m. Excursion details are subject to change.
For trip details contact: Ohio Valley Railcars c/o Dave
Verzi 10059 Aldridge Dr. Columbia Station, Ohio 44028 440-236-3374
6-9 PM |
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| Sept.
3 & 4, 2005 (Saturday - Sunday) |
Nebkota
Railway
|
| Gordon, Nebraska Sept. 3 We will have an evening ride
of 60 miles from Gordon to Merriman and return. Cars can
be left on the track for the Sunday ride as they are right
behind the motels and alongside camper parking. Sept. 4.
Our ride will start at with a 6:30am set on an 8:00am departure.
We will go west towards Chadron for the morning ride with
a stop at the convenience store at Hay Springs. On our return
to Gordon, we will stop for lunch and then travel to Merriman
and return to Gordon to finish the day. This is former CNW
Cowboy Line track. Mileage for this day will be 160 miles.
Cost of the ride is $30. Motels in Gordon are the Hacienda
Motel (308-282-1400) and the Jeffco Motel (1-800-252-1319).
Set on point is located right behind both motels.For further
information, please contact Carl Schneider, 1302 6th Ave
SE, Altoona, IA., 515-967-5181. This is a First Iowa Division
ride. |
| |
| September
3 , 2005 (Saturday) |
Red
River Valley Railroad
|
| IRE is sponsoring a ride on the Red River Valley & Western
Railroad LaMoure North Dakota. We will travel from LaMoure
to one of several locations for a round trip mileage of
at least 100mi. This is a NARCOA insured event. Cost of
the ride is $40.00. For pre-registration form and trip details
visit http://www.iowarailroadexcursions.org
or contact Tom Jenness, 5479 R Ave, Cherokee, Iowa 51012
Tel: 1-712-225-2614. |
| |
| September
4 , 2005 (Sunday) |
Sisseton
Milbank Railroad
|
| IRE is sponsoring a ride on the Sisseton Milbank Railroad,
Milbank South Dakota. We will travel from Milbank to Sisseton
SD for a round trip mileage of 70 mi. This is a NARCOA insured
event. Cost of the ride is $40.00. For pre-registration
form and trip details visit http://www.iowarailroadexcursions.org
or contact Tom Jenness, 5479 R Ave, Cherokee, Iowa 51012
Tel: 1-712-225-2614. |
| |
| September
16 - 18, 2005 (Friday - Sunday) |
Great
Smoky Mountains Railroad
|
| Bryson City, North Carolina - Once again the railroad
has asked us to host a motorcar display and demonstration
with TEN of our motorcars. We will hold demonstrations and
have a static display throughout the weekend like we have
in the past. In return for our help with Railfest, the RR
will let us run our cars for a few hours somewhere on the
line on Saturday the 17th or Sunday the 18th. Due to space
limitations, we need to limit the number of motorcars to
ten, so please contact the Tom Falicon as soon as possible.
As always, you will be expected to spend Saturday the 17th
& Sunday the 18th at our display the entire day in order
to qualify for the free excursion. All NARCOA rules and
regulations apply, Plus all motorcars will be asked to stop
at every crossing and look both ways. Set on will be after
noon on Friday the 16th or before 8am on the 17th. We should
be done for the weekend by 3pm on Sunday the 18th. Excursion
Hotel: Sleep Inn 828-488-0326 ask for motorcar discount.
For more information contact: TOM FALICON, 1227 Sawmillcreek
Road, Bryson City, NC 28713, 828-488-8063,Sorry for the
lateness of this notice but we just got approval for this
run! |
| |
| September
16 - 17, 2005 (Friday - Saturday) |
Black
Hills Central Railroad, South Dakota
|
| Sept. 16th 3:45 - 5:30 PM, motorcar set on, Hill City
5:30 Safety meeting 5:45 - 8:00, Motorcar ride to Keystone
and return, leave cars on main track in HC. Sept 17th 6:50,
Safety meeting in car shop 7:00, Motorcars leave for Keystone
9:15, Motorcars arrive in Hill City and park in wye 1:15,
Special Wine Train departs Hill City 1:45, Motorcars depart
Hill City following the wine train 2:45, Motorcars take
siding at Keystone, after the locomotive switches 2:50,
Train departs Keystone Motorcars depart Keystone for Hill
City and set off $35.00 per car and $10.00 per person for
the BBQ dinner in Keystone All belt driven cars must set-on
promptly at 3:45, Sept 16th for a familiarization run All
cars must pass a NARCOA inspection Limit is 25 motorcars
Must be a RMD member Gus Mocilac President, RMD |
| |
| September
16 - 17, 2005 (Friday - Saturday) |
Port
of Tillamook Bay Railroad
|
| Nehalem Bay Railway Speeders is pleased to sponsor a
two day run over the POTB September 16-17 2005. Participants
will travel approximately 130 miles,90 miles day one from
Wheeler over the coast range and return.Day two will be
down the Oregon coast from Wheeler to Tillamook, culminating
in a Planes Trains and Automobiles show at the P.O.T.B.
air museum.Complete information packet will be sent upon
receipt of trip fee.There will be a Thursday evening beach
fire mixer and RV parking available. Deadline for registration
and payment is August 10 2005. Trip fee is $150 per car
and this includes railroad cost. There is a minimum of 15
cars and a maximum of 25. This is a NARCOA -insured excursion
and all NARCOA rules will apply. For trip details contact
either Wally Burton 43400 Carol Drive Nehalem Or.97131-9513
Tel:(503) 368-6496 email: or Dewain Winters P.O.Box 258
Manzanita Or.97130-0258 Tel: (503) 368-7348 |
| |
| Sept.
17, 2005
(Saturday) |
Midland
Railway
|
| Baldwin City, Kansas This will be our first ride on the
Midland Railway tracks from Baldwin City to Ottawa, Kansas.
This line is an operating tourist railroad with some very
unique equipment. I'm especially partial to the two Rock
Island E-units which have been restored to their original
paint schemes. The line is an ex-ATSF branch line which
formerly ran between Ottawa and Lawrence, Kansas. The ride
will be 14 miles each way and we will run twice on Saturday
working around their tourist train on the second trip. We
are also hoping for a Friday night run for early arrivals
but this has yet to be approved. There is a nice park in
front of the depot for anyone wanting to picnic or there
is a nice restaurant in Baldwin City which is about a mile
from the depot. While we're in Ottawa where we turn around,
we'll be at the junction of the BNSF mainline between Chicago
and L.A. so there will be a very good chance that we'll
see some of the 80+ freight trains which pass daily. The
Midland RR runs a very professional and first class operation
which will be enjoyed by all who attend this first ever
opportunity to ride their scenic line. Set on will be near
the Baldwin City depot at the extreme west edge of downtown
beginning at 7:00am for the first run and everyone should
get their early so the cars can all be inspected prior to
departure at 8:30am. Our second run will be around 1:00pm
where we will follow one of their passenger trains. Cost
of this ride will be $30 per car. There is a nice motel,
The Lodge, in Baldwin City (785-594-3900) and we're hoping
to secure a group rate. Be sure to mention the First Iowa
Division when making a reservation For further information,
please contact Carl Schneider, 1302 6th Ave SE, Altoona,
IA., 515-967-5181 This is a First Iowa Division ride. |
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| September
17 - 18, 2005 (Saturday - Sunday) |
Kentucky
Railway Museum
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| Great Lakes Railcars (GLR) will be sponsoring two days
of rides on the Kentucky Railway Museum (KRM) and The Big
South Fork Scenic Railway (BSFSR). Set on will be at 9:00
am on Saturday the 17th at the KRM in New Haven, KY. We
will travel this line, finishing around noon, and then head
for the BSFSR in Stearns, KY. The fees for this excursion
are $15 Per person, $20 per car. For additional info, see
the museum's web site at: www.kyrail.org Eating lunch en
route, we'll set on the BSFSR at 3:00 pm (with a 4:00 departure)
so we can meet their train at Barthel. Time permitting,
we may have the railroad to ourselves for evening run to
the National Park Site at the Blue Heron coal mine. On Sunday,
we will be able to run the line again and finish up around
noon. Set on will be at 8:00 am. Departure at 8:30 am. For
more information about this railroad, see their website
at: www.bsfsry.com The fees for these trips are $15 Per
person, $20 per car. SEAT BELTS ARE REQUIRED. Nice, inexpensive
accommodations are available at the Big South Fork Motor
Lodge, located across from the BSFSR railroad in Stearns,
by calling 606-376-3156. NARCOA Insurance and Rules apply.
For trip details, pre-registration, and other info contact
Stan Conyer at 812-342-0565 There is no maximum numbers
of cars, but we need a minimum of 5 cars preregistered by
9/5 or these trips will be cancelled. |
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| September
17 - 18, 2005 (Saturday - Sunday) |
Heart
of Georgia Railroad FULL
- Wait Listed Only
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Three Rivers, Four Diamonds and a President
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A motorcar excursion on the Heart of Georgia Railroad,
Americus, Georgia. Saturday, September 17, 2005 - Pitts,
Ga. To Mt. Vernon, Ga. 130 RT Miles and Sunday, September
18, 2005 - Pitts, Ga. To Plains, Ga. 127 RT Miles.
Come join us on the first ever motorcar excursion across
most of middle Georgia. Follow the line of the old Central
of Georgia Railway through rich fertile farming country
at its best. Expect to see fields of peanuts, watermelons,
soybeans, cotton, corn, and Georgia's most beautiful tree,
the pecan. During your two-day trip you will cross Georgia's
three largest inland rivers: the Oconee, the Flint, and
the Ocmulgee. Travel with us through some of Georgia's most
beautiful countryside, through farming villages, and fields
of Georgia agriculture. In two days we will travel approximately
250 plus round trip milesOn Saturday we will travel east
from the farming town of Pitts and cross the Oconee and
Ocmulgee Rivers and lunch in the quaint town of Alamo. We
will pass through the towns of Glenwood, Alamo, Helena,
Milan, Rhine, Abbeyville, Kramer, and Rochelle.Sunday will
find us traveling west through Cordele, the watermelon capital
of the world. Shortly after leaving Cordele, we will cross
the Flint River and Lake Blackshear on our way to the town
of Plains, Ga. This is the boyhood and current home of former
President Jimmy Carter who lives just a few blocks from
town and our turnaround and lunch location. With a little
luck, he will be in residence and come out to visit with
us. We will pass through the towns of Seville, Cordele,
Cobb, Leslie, and Americus. The Heart of Georgia Railroad
also runs the famous Jimmy Carter Excursion train each Saturday.
This train begins in Cordele and stops at many of the towns
along the way and turns in Plains. Reservations are at 1-877-GA-RAILS
or www.samshortline.com.
Your cost for both wonderful days is: $160.00. I'm sorry
but I can't split the days.Requirements: You must be a member
of NARCOA, have NARCOA Insurance, and have passed the Rules
Test. All cars will be inspected. All NARCOA rules will
apply. No refunds after August 23, 2005. All operators and
passengers must wear a Safety Vest during each excursion.
"A" cars and trailers must have a chain restraint
or similar device.Please make your check for $160.00 payable
to: Atlanta Railcar Transportation LLC %Bobby Moreman, 3520
Cold Springs Lane, Chamblee, Georgia 30341, No refunds after
August 23, 2005. Visit
our web site. |
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| September
18, 2005 (Sunday) |
Port
Colborne Harbour Railway - Trillium Railway Co Ltd.
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| Track Motorcars of Ontario will run the 2nd Narcoa trip
and (possibly the last) over the PCHR. We will operate on
the same twenty-odd miles from Port Colborne ON. (which
is located about 20 miles from the Buffalo NY/ Fort Erie
crossing) to Merritton ( Thorold.ON ) plus the extra miles
over spur lines as we did last year. However we will also
do the PCHR track on the north side of the CN main at Merritton
which will include the Town Line and the Lakeshore spurs
and part of the old NS&T. This will give us some street
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