NARCOA Excursion Calendar

Chronological Listing of Excursions

2010

Jan

Feb

January 02, 2010 - GA posted 09/26

Blue Ridge Scenic RR

Blue Ridge, GA to Ball Ground, GA Approx 95 miles round trip. Lunch stop in Ball Ground. Set on Blue Ridge at Fire Station, South of Depot. $5.00 per car active Blue Ridge Scenic Railroad Volunteers. All others $10.00 per car. Coordinators: Carl Hymen

January 03, 2010 - GA posted 09/26

Blue Ridge Scenic RR

Blue Ridge, GA to McCaysville, GA – Approx 26 miles round trip. Comfort stop in McCaysville with immediate return. NARCOA rules apply. There will be NO New Set Ons. Safety Briefing at 9 AM. No Charge For This Part Of Ride. Coordinators: Carl Hymen

January 22 - 24, 2010 - GA posted 10/16

Heart Of Georgia West RR

Work days clearing brush and undergrowth. Between Richland and Omaha Georgia. Set on at Richland or Lumpkin Ga. Bring gloves, tools, safety shoes, lunch and drinks. South Eastern Railcar Operators. NARCOA rules apply. Excursion coordinators: Jay Boggs 904-215-2956, Jim Garner 904-264-5564, Dave Ferro 850-656-0592, Larry Crowe EC in training.

January 30 - 31, 2010 - GA posted 07/07 update 07/18 Update 07/23

Canton, St Paul & Pacific Rwy, Georgia Northeastern RR, Georgia Marble RR

Saturday at 1100 hrs. - Canton, St. Paul & Pacific Railway in Canton, Ga. This is just a few miles from our Sunday set-on. This one and one/half inch scale railroad (the track gauge is 7 ½ inches) features both steam and diesel. Sunday - Georgia Marble Railroad must go through two switchbacks in order to get to the marble mines from Tate. Tate is at the top of the mountain, the mines at the very bottom. This may be the only freight-only railroad in North America that still uses switchbacks. Some of our trackage will be up to a 7 percent grade. Please make your check for $100.00 payable to: Atlanta Railcar Transportation LLC (Affiliate) c/o Bobby Moreman (EC), 3520 Cold Springs Lane, Chamblee, Georgia 30341. Full refunds before December 17, 2009. There is a strict limit of 20 motorcars and a waiting list will be established.

February 06, 2010 - CA posted 12/23

Amador Foothill Railroad

The Recreational Railroad Coalition and Motorcar Operators West offer a rain or shine excursion in the spectacular California Gold Rush Foothills. The scenery on the line is at its best this time of year. There will be at least two twenty mile round trips. The fee will be $30. For more information or to send MOW checks contact Dave Balestreri

February 13, 2010 - TX posted 01/13

Border Pacific Railroad

Winter Run - Railroad Partners, Inc. is pleased to announce a 1 day run on the Border Pacific Railroad (former Missouri Pacific) on Saturday February 13, 2010. This is a new railroad to motorcar excursions. Bring your car to warm south Texas and lose those winter doldrums. Participants will travel approx. 60 RT miles between Penitas, TX and Rio Grande City, TX. Track parallels the Mexican border along the Rio Grande River. Wildlife and migrating birds in abundance.Mentoring by permission only. Hyrails welcome. Trip fee of $40.00 includes railroad fees. A historic trolley tour of Rio Grande City will be available for $10.00 per person. Trip information will be available at www.railroadpartners.com . For registration contact the excursion coordinator, Leland Stewart

February 14, 2010 - CA posted 01/13

Ex Southern Pacific Placerville Branch

Short "Inspection" Run,(s),over the historic Shingle Springs to Diamond Springs railroad. The price will be $20.00 per car, 10 car limit. Multiple roundtrips will be run, good trip to test your winter repairs. Send run fee, made out to Motorcar Operator's West, to Dave McClain

March 06, 2010 - GA posted 02/19

Blue Ridge Scenic RR

March 6, 2010 – Blue Ridge, GA to Ellijay, GA – Approx 30 miles round trip. Then Blue Ridge to McCaysville, GA – Approx 26 miles round trip. Total trip of approx 56 miles. NARCOA Rules Apply. Set-on - Blue Ridge at Fire Station, South of Depot, at 8 AM, Safety Briefing at 8:45 AM. Lunch stop in Blue Ridge or McCaysville. This will be a clean-up ride cleaning under the trestles. Bring your loppers and gloves. Do not set on until permission is given by EC. Price: FREE!! *** Destination Subject To Change Due To Track Work *** Coordinators: Carl Hymen (706-455-0492), Scottie Wershing (828-644-5204), Ron Long (706-632-9736).

March 13, 2010 - TX posted 02/25

Capitol Metro Transportation

Llano, TX to Scobee Spur, TX – Apprx. 54 miles RT. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. This will be a cleanup ride to clear flangeways and brush to prepare the line for the 3/27 and 7/4 excursions. Bring weed trimmers, loppers, and grubbing hoes. Fee: $25 membership to Railroad Partners, Inc. Additional RPI safety rules will apply. Do not set on until permission given by EC. Set on at 8:00 am at Llano wye. Safety meeting at 8:45 am. Please pre-register so we may plan accordingly and know who to notify in case of cancellation.
Excursion Coordinator: Leland Stewart 10057 Palomino Canyon converse, TX 78109

March 20 - 21, 2010 - WA posted 02/15

Palouse River & Coulee City RR

Pacific Railcar Operators is pleased to announce a First Day of Spring railcar excursion on the PCC (Palouse River & Coulee City) Railroad, March 20th and 21st. On Saturday we'll run from Walla Walla to Weston, Oregon (26 miles) and return and then Walla Walla to Wallula by the Columbia River (Zanger Jct. 27 miles) and return for a total of 106 miles - and a lot of W's. On Sunday, we'll run from Walla Walla to Waitsburg to Dayton and return (60 miles). The Dayton Depot built in 1881 just to the north is the oldest in Washington. We'll travel by vineyards, creeks and pioneer towns up to the top of scenic hills. Cost is $195. Please download a PRO General Release, a PRO Agreement Form, and a PRO Car Inspection Form, have them filled out and signed. All NARCOA rules are in effect. Mail your checks and email address to Don Piercy, 750 Snowberry Lane, Coupeville, WA 98239.

March 20, 2010 - CA posted 12/01 updated 12/08

Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad - NARROW GAUGE

Pacific Railcar Operators is pleased to sponsor a NARROW GAUGE excursion on the Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad approx. 12 miles north of Oakhurst, CA. We will make numerous round trips of 4 miles each. This is a NARCOA insured excursion and all rules and PRO General Order #4 apply. Min. 10 cars, Max. 15 cars. Contact: EC, Bill Rust for excursion details by email or phone. (805) 440-6567

March 20 - 21, 2010 - CA posted 02/21 update 02/26 update 03/08

Last run on the Amador Foothill Railroad

Recreational Railroad Coalition has lost access to the Amador Foothill Railroad effective 3/25/10. The Motorcar Operators West excursion planned for 3/20 on the AFRR will be modified to include two days of running including a Saturday Night run. The Sunday 3/21 ride on the ST+E in Stockton, CA, will be rescheduled to a later date. There will be a total of 100 round trip miles of great mountain running. These are rain or shine dates, but any day on the rails beats staying home. This is a Narcoa Insured excursion, all Narcoa requirements will be observed. We are especially concerned about proper footwear and will require ankle high boots and long pants.The run fee for both excursions will total $50, or $35 for one day. Excursion Coordinator for the weekend is Dave Balestreri, address, 2320 'E' street Sacramento,Ca. 95816

March 21, 2010 - CA posted 12/09

Pacific Coast Railroad - NARROW GAUGE

Pacific Railcar Operators is pleased to sponsor a NARROW GAUGE excursion on the Pacific Coast Railroad. This railroad is a 2 mile loop located on the historic Santa Margarita Ranch in Santa Margarita, CA. We will make numerous round trips of 2 miles each. This is a NARCOA insured excursion and all rules and PRO General Order #4 apply. Contact: EC, Bill Rust for excursion details.

March 26 - 28, 2009 - FL posted 01/12

Florida Midland RR - Florida Central RR - Florida Northern RR

South Eastern Railcar Operators, Inc. will sponsor a motorcar excursion on the Florida Midland, Florida Central and Florida Northern Railroads.
Friday - Florida Midland Railroad - Lake Wales, FL Set On will start at 09:00 A.M. (approx 28 miles)
Saturday - Florida Central Railroad - Winter Garden, FL Our set-on location is on South Main Street just East of the railroad museum in the old depot in the city center. 360 Image. Set on begins at 07:00 We will Leave at 08:00 and run to Wooten Park in Tavares.(approx 57 miles)
Sunday - Florida Northern Railroad - Ocala, FL We will set on in downtown Ocala, Florida, North of Highway 40 grade crossing in an area where the track runs down the middle of the street for several blocks starting at 08:00. 360 Image. Departure at 09:00. (approx 50 miles). We will run South to Candler in the morning, the cross the diamond on the CSX main (360 image) and run North to the end of track in the afternoon. Cost is $145.00 per Motorcar for any or all three days. EC Keith Mackey

March 27, 2010 - TX posted 11/11

Capitol Metro Transportation – ex SP Llano branch

Bluebonnet Run – Railroad Partners, Inc. is pleased to sponsor a motorcar excursion over the ex SP Llano branch. This is a scenic stretch of track which parallels the Llano River and crosses the Colorado River on Lake LBJ. There will be abundant wildlife and, nature permitting, bluebonnets and Indian paintbrushes. Participants will travel from Llano, TX, through Kingsland, TX to Scobey Spur, a round trip distance of approx 54 mi. Trip fee is $40.00 per car payable as a donation to Railroad Partners, Inc. (a nonprofit 501c3). This is a NARCOA insured excursion and all NARCOA rules apply. Hy-rails welcome. For trip details or lodging information, contact: Excursion Coordinator Leland Stewart

April 03, 2010 - KS posted 03/21

South Kansas & Oklahoma RR

Altamont, KS to Carona and Cherryvale. On Saturday April 3rd Heart of the Heartlands is sponsoring an approximately 85 mile mile round trip on the South, Kansas and & Oklahoma RR. Set on will be in the town of Alamont, KS. We will travel approximately 85 miles over ex Frisco and MP trackage. NARCOA Insurance, Operator Certification and current rules will be in effect for this ride. Cost is $20. For details please contact meet coordinator Mark Springer at316-721-4804.

April 10, 2010 - GA posted 02/19

Blue Ridge Scenic RR

Blue Ridge, GA to McCaysville, GA -- Approx 26 miles round trip. Supper stop in McCaysville. NARCOA rules apply. Set-on Blue Ridge on house track at the depot at 4 PM, Safety Briefing at 5 PM. Do not set on until permission is given by EC. Price: $5.00 per car active Blue Ridge Scenic Railroad Volunteers. All others $10.00 per car. Coordinators: Carl Hymen (706-455-0492), Scottie Wershing (828-644-5204), Ron Long (706-632-9736).

April 10 - 11, 2010 - OK posted 02/15

Farmrail RR

The Oklahoma Railway Museum is sponsoring a motorcar ride on Farmrail Railroad, April 10-11, 2010. The trip on Saturday will be from Clinton, OK south on the old Frisco Line to Snyder, OK and return. The Trip on Sunday will be on the former Rock Island Line from Clinton West to Elk City and return. This is a NARCOA insured event and NARCOA Rules apply. Cost for the run is $70.00. Trip mileage on Saturday is approximately 127 round trip and on Sunday approximately 65 miles on Sunday. Coordinator is Drake Rice (405)478-3225

April 10 - 11, 2010 - CA posted 02/05

Santa Maria Valley Railroad

Motorcar Operators West is pleased to sponsor a two day run over the Santa Maria Valley Railroad on April 10th and 11th, 2010. Participants will travel approximately 20 round-trip miles between Santa Maria and Guadalupe, CA. Several round trips will be made each day including a twilight run on Saturday night. The trip fee of $65.00 for one day or $80.00 for two days includes all railroad costs and incidental MOW fees. This is a NARCOA insured excursion and all NARCOA rules will apply. MOW membership is encouraged but not required. Excursion coordinator is Bill Schertle.

April 10, 2010 - PA posted 02/08

Everett Railroad

Join us Saturday April 10, 2010 in celebration of our tenth year of coordinating rides on this railroad. In the previous nine trips, the runs totaled about 60 miles each. NARCOA rules will be enforced. There is a 40 car limit. Cost is $45 per car. For information contact Gary ShreyPhone: 717-227-9628 Send check for $45 per car to: NCRA, 54 Adams Road, New Freedom, PA, 17349.

April 11, 2010 - WV posted 02/08

Western Maryland Scenic Railroad

Join us Sunday April 11, 2010 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 RR station, through the narrows, and up the mountain to Frostburg. We expect to turn the speeders on the turntable, take a lunch/toilet break, and then return. Approximate round trip mileage will be 34 miles. This will be a Northern Central Railcar Assoc. excursion. All NARCOA rules will be enforced. All cars will be inspected. There is a 40 car limit. Price for this excursion is $40 per car. Gary Shrey: Phone: 717-227-9628 . Send check for $40 per car to: NCRA, 54 Adams Road, New Freedom, PA, 17349.

April 17, 2010 - OH posted 02/25

Camp Chase Railroad

Ohio Valley Railcars invites you to participate in riding the 28 + round trip mile Camp Chase Railroad, Saturday, April 17. This former Columbus, Springfield and Cincinnati Railroad, which later became the New York Central has everything from urban scenes to farmland. Note: Hi-Rails by permission only. NO PETS of any kind. No Calls to the Railroad. Minimum registration is 20 Cars. No refunds will be given until the minimum is met. Fee: $46 Ohio Valley Railcars c/o Jaime Samuell 3624 Watt Road Columbus, Oh 43230

April 17 - 18, 2010 - GA posted 01/25

Heart of Georgia Railroad

Atlanta Railcar Transportation announces a 2-day excursion on the Heart of Georgia Railroad. Both days will start in Pitts, Georgia. Saturday we will run east to Alamo and return, 130 RT miles. Sunday we’ll run to Plains and back, 127 RT miles. Expect to see cotton fields and woodlands, three of Georgia’s biggest rivers, Pecan orchards, and rural Georgia at its best. Trip fee is $170 for both days. All A-cars and A car trailers must have a chain or other device to hold their passengers inside the car or trailer. J.R. (Bobby) Moreman, 3520 Cold Spring Lane, Chamblee, GA 30341 (770) 457-6212

April 18, 2010 - NM posted 02/14

Santa Fe Southern Railway

The Rocky Mountain Division of NARCOA invites you to participate in a motorcar excursion on the Santa Fe Southern Railway on Sunday, April 18, 2010. We will seton & depart from the Lamy New Mexico Amtrak station & run to the outskirts of Santa Fe & return, we will make two complete round trips & travel a total of 60 track miles. The excursion fee for this ride is $100.00 This excursion is right before the start of the Grand Canyon ride & the PRO Southwest Tour & would be a great way to check out your motorcar before either of these tours starts. Please contact the EC, John Spiro by e-mail at gscaler@comcast.net or by phone at 719 495-1943 to get registered up for this excursion & to receive directions & all pertinent hotel/motel & seton location information. For those arriving early, there will be an early seton Saturday afternoon April 17 starting at 3:30 pm until dark or you can seton Sunday morning starting at 7:30 am. The RMD is a putt-putt friendly affiliate, mentoring is available, A cars & highrails are welcome. John Spiro, NARCOA Certified EC, 719 495-1943

April 19, 2010 - OR posted 02/11

Mount Hood Railroad

Pacific Railcar Operators announces Mount Hood Railroad run Monday, April 19, 2010 Hood River Oregon.
One day only, Monday, run on the beautiful Mt Hood Railroad in Hood River Oregon. We will be setting on in the MHRR yards in Hood River and traveling 21 miles to Parkdale and back. We will be enjoying the Spring Cherry Blossoms as well as traveling along the Mt Hood River, through orchards and stunning views of Mt Hood. The cost for the day will be $87.00. Please down load a PRO general release, a Pro agreement form and the car inspection form, please bring, filled out and SIGNED. Minimum of 17 cars, maximum 33 cars, closing date April 7th. Send checks to Rich Wilkins, 6135 Hwy 35, Mt. Hood Parkdale, OR 97041. Bring your lunch. Dry camping available in yard.

April 19 - 21, 2010 - AZ posted 11/25

Grand Canyon Railway

Motorcar Operators West is pleased to announce a spectacular spring rail tour on the Grand Canyon Railway. Motorcar operators and guests are invited to spend three days and two nights exploring the railroad and the Grand Canyon National Park. Motorcar set on is scheduled for Monday afternoon, April 19, 2010 between 3 PM and 6 PM. Beginning on Tuesday, April 20 the excursion will travel sixty four miles to the Grand Canyon by rail, explore the South Rim on Wednesday, April 21 and return to Williams on Thursday, April 22. The excursion is a portion of the 2010 Southwest Rail Tour. Please contact Excursion Coordinator Dan Berg.

April 23, 2010 - AZ posted 01/29

Copper Basin Railway

Pacific Railcar Operators is pleased to announce the annual excursion on the Copper Basin Railway on Friday, Apr 23rd. Classic AZ scenery with saguaro cactus. 100 miles round trip. $80 per car. Limited to 40 motor cars (due to limited parking). Set-on in Hayden, AZ. To register, send LSASE with $0.61 postage with a check made payable to Pacific Railcar Operators to Doug Stivers.

April 23 - 25, 2010 - WA posted 02/24

Palouse River Coulee City RR

PRO is pleased to sponsor its Colfax Spring Excursion on the Hooper and Thornton branches of the PCC Railroad (WATCO) April 24 & 25, 2010 in southeast Washington. Set on will be at Colfax, WA, on Friday, April 23rd from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm, and Saturday, April 24th from 6:30 am to 7:30 am. Saturday’s trip will go from Colfax to Thornton and return, 113 miles. Sunday’s trip will be to Hooper where the PCC interchanges with the UP and return, 106 miles. Trip fee of $200.00 per car includes railroad costs. Mail checks payable to Pacific Railcar Operators to Steve Taulbee.
There is a 30 car limit.

April 24, 2010 - TX posted 02/25

Capitol Metro Transportation

April 24 - 25, 2010 - TN posted 02/16

Tennessee Southern Railroad

“Overnight in Florence”- Columbia, Tennessee to Florence, Alabama and spend the night in historic downtown Florence. Approx. 150 RT motorcar miles, through the beautiful scenic rolling hills of middle Tennessee and Alabama in the middle of spring. Land of Davy Crockett, President Polk, and Amish farms, on former L&N and CSX line.

No mentoring on this run. Additional rules: A-cars and hyrails by permission only. Safety vests/shirts, long pants and over-the-ankle work boots are mandatory. There is an 18 car limit. There will be a waiting list. Please make your check for $275 payable to: Fallen Flag Excursions LLC c/o Jim Hughes. Excursion Coordinators: Jim Hughes and Bernie Leadon, EC in Training: Paul Goldzung

April 23 - 25, 2010 - WI posted 01/03

Depot Days

Brooklyn WI, Depot Days is again asking for volunteers with or without motorcars. Friday Night ride is for all volunteers. Saturday & Sunday is for giving rides to public. Lunch will be given to all volunteers. Fuel provided for all motorcars. Hirails and handcars are welcome. Gerry or Al Lesko . This is NON-Narcoa ride. Insurance is not rquired.

April 26 - May 11, 2010 - AZ, NM, TX posted 01/04 update 02/11 update 04/02

PRO MOW Southwest Tour.

The Southwest Tour itinerary is this:
All Arizona runs will go on as previously scheduled, with set-on to begin at Safford April 25th:
April 26th Safford to Globe/Miami $120.00
April 27th Globe/Miami to Safford $120.00
April 28th Safford to Bowie and return $120.00
April 29th Duncan to Clifton to Lordsburg and return $120.00
April 30th Travel to Alamosa
May 1st Travel to Alamosa, Set on at South Fork—Creede Branch
May 2nd Creede Branch, afterwards travel to Alamosa to set-on SLRG $150.00
May 3rd Alamosa to Walsenburg and return. $160.00
Southwest Tour ends. New Mexico and Texas are canceled due to lack of signups. As before, $100.00 of the Creede run fee is tax deductible contribution to the D & RG. Signups will be accepted anytime up to each run. If you need quick info, set-on points and details, please call me at 530-908-8296. Thanks to all that have signed up. Dave McClain

April 30 - May 01, 2010 - GA posted 01/17

St. Marys Railroad

Southeastern Railcar Operators, Inc is planning our spring ride for Apr. 30 - May 1, 2010 Set on Location at the St. Marys Railroad engine house. Set on Friday afternoon with time for an evening ride. Saturday we will travel to Kingsland and return, approximatly 34 mi. St. Marys is planning a caboose ride after the trip with their diesel and caboose. We are adding $10 to the ride to cover the expense for the diesel and caboose. If the caboose ride does not run, (10 car minimum) $10 will be refunded to each operator. NARCOA Operating Rules and Regulations in effect. Current NARCOA Rules Examination and Insurance required. Cost $50.00 per car. Please send checks to Jay Boggs, 3289 Country Oaks Lane, Orange Park, FL 32065. Telephone 904-215-2956. Excursion coordinators Jay Boggs, Jim Garner. Lots to see in the area, come early and explore the coast, towns, restaurants and submarine museum.

May 01, 2010 - OH posted 03/17

National Train Day - Toledo, Ohio

Non OVR / NARCOA event. We are invited to display our motorcars at the Northwest Ohio/Southeast Michigan observance of Amtrak's National Train Day. Last year, some 3500 people visited the station area throughout the day. There will be a static display of Amtrak equipment on the station tracks. This event is being held one week earlier in Ohio to assure a good representation of equipment from Amtrak and possibly other railroads.

May 01, 2010 - PA posted 02/11

Nittany & Bald Eagle Railroad

Ride the approximately 70 miles RT of the Nittany & Bald Eagle Railroad from Bellefonte to either Tyrone or Mill Hall and return if track is available. If not, we will ride the Bellefonte Secondary. The exact itinerary will be set by the railroad that day due to train traffic. Former Pennsylvania Railroad, lots of welded rail. Proof of NARCOA insurance required, all NARCOA rules will be enforced. Registration fee - $55.00.

May 02, 2010 - PA posted 02/11

Lycoming Valley Railroad

Ride the 80 miles RT of the Lycoming Valley Railroad from Williamsport to Muncy and Avis. Former Reading and New York Central Railroads. Proof of NARCOA insurance required, all NARCOA rules will be enforced. Registration fee - $55.00. Note:

May 08, 2010 - NJ posted 04/10

Cape May Seashore Line

The Volunteer Railroaders Association is pleased to sponsor a 1-day run over the Cape May Seashore Line on May 8, 2010. Participants will travel approximately 54 round-trip miles between Tuckahoe, NJ and Cape May, NJ. Set on will be at Tuckahoe. The trip fee is $50.00 per car which includes the railroad's per car fee. There is a 40 car limit. This is a NARCOA insured excursion This is a mentoring run. EC for the trip is KC Smith. For trip details contact the VRA at 80 Royal Avenue, Hawthorne, NJ 07506

May 08, 2010 - TX posted 02/25

Capitol Metro Transportation

May 14 - 16, 2010 - PA posted 03/17

Oil Creek & Titusville - Titusville, PA

Non OVR / NARCOA event. Friday, May 14 -We will set-on at the Perry Street Station for a very scenic ride down thru the valley where oil was first discovered. Saturday, May 15 -We will have a work detail before and after lunch thru the same valley. Sunday, May 16 – We will have a morning run thru the valley and an early setoff. Approximate round trip mileage each day will be 26. There is no fee for this event. We just ask that you help out as much as you can with the work. Our railcars will be used when we do the MOW. You may have a chance to stay in one of the Cabooses that are very close to our seton. For more information and to reserve your spot for the weekend, mail Alan Wilber, PO Box 368, Hartville, OH 44632

May 15, 2010 - GA posted 02/19

Blue Ridge Scenic RR

Blue Ridge, GA to Talking Rock, GA – Approx 60 miles round trip. Set-on at Davenport Wood Yard at 8 AM, Safety Briefing at 8:45 AM. Price: $5.00 per active Blue Ridge Scenic Railroad Volunteers. All others $10.00 per car. Coordinators: Carl Hymen (706-455-0492), Scottie Wershing (828-644-5204), Ron Long (706-632-9736).

May 15, 2010 - MA posted 04/13

Pioneer Valley Railroad

Please see our additional trip on Sunday - only a few miles away on the Mass Central Railroad. Join us on the Pioneer Valley Railroad for a tour with this "can do" railroad. Trip will start in Westfield and to Holyoke and all railroad trackage. We will set on at Westfield, MA at 8:00 AM. Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 35 miles. The event is sponsored by NERCA. Excursion limited to 25 cars. The price of the trip is $55. Equipment Restrictions/Requirements: No HY-Rails or A-cars. The event is sponsored by NERCA. Event Coordinator: Warren Riccitelli / Al Elliott. For more information please contact Warren Riccitelli, 39 Jacksonia Drive, North Providence, RI 02911 (401) 232-0992

May 15, 2010 - MA posted 04/13

Mass Central Railroad

Please see our additional trip on Sunday - only a few miles away on the Pioneer Valley Railroad. This is a beautiful trip thru many small undisturbed New England towns, this excursion is set in the rural hills and valleys of central MA. Please bring a box lunch. No food is available on this excursion. Trip is contingent on minimum 20 car sign up. All payments / cancellations are required 30 days before the excursion. We will set on at Palmer, MA at 7:00 AM. Departure is scheduled for 8:00 AM. Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 50 miles. This ride is limited to 25 cars. Equipment Restrictions/Requirements: No HY-Rails or A-cars. All NARCOA rules apply. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Reflective vests are required. No cars will be able to operate with sanders or manually applied sand. Additional information: NAROCA mentoring allowed on this excursion. The price of the excursion trip is $55. The event is sponsored by NERCA Event Coordinator: Warren Riccitelli / Al Elliott. For more information please contact Warren Riccitelli, 39 Jacksonia Drive, North Providence, RI 02911 (401) 232-0992

May 15 - 16, 2010 - GA posted 04/17

Heart of Georgia West RR

Richand Georgia to Union Georgia. Saturday from Richland to Union and return. 40 miles round trip. Evening run Saturday Richland to SR 39, 30 miles round trip. Sunday from Richland to Union and return, 40 miles round trip. Total milage for 3 days will be 110 miles. Eating and motel near set on site, campsite beside tracks, power and water, no sewage. All 2 cycles must have US Forest Service approved spark arrestor installed. SERO afiliated. $50.00 each car for the weekend, cost is for one day or all 3 rides. EC Larry Crowe, H:229-776-5882, C: 229-894-0402 or email clh1@planttel.net. EC in training Will Thompson H: 229-723-8231, C:229-359-5701 EC Dave Ferro H: 850-656-0592

May 15 - 16, 2010 - KY posted 01/29

Big South Fork Scenic Railway

Great Lakes Railcars is pleased to announce a trip on the Big South Fork Scenic Railway at Stearns, KY. Come help us celebrate the Kentucky and Tennessee Railroad railfan weekend. We will be displaying our motorcars for the railfan weekend and making at least 3, possibly 4 trips on approximately 16 miles of track. For further information, please contact Andy Sargent at 812-591-3345 before 9:00 pm.

May 16, 2010 - !A posted 01/23

Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad

Boone, Iowa - There will hopefully be four trips during the day and a night ride. Enjoy the 156 ft. high bridge and Des Moines River bridge by the Y-Camp. The track damage from flooding last year and the year before has been repaired and the line is open all the way to the end at Wolf. Round trip mileage is 22 miles. Set on at the depot will start at 7:00am with a 9:00am departure. Cost of the ride is $20. Current membership in the Iowa Railroad Historical Society ($25) is a railroad requirement. Dave Pratt (515-674-3803) is the Excursion Coordinator for this ride. Contact Carl Schneider at 515-967-5181 for more information.

May 22, 2010 - TX posted 04/29

Capitol Metro Transportation

Llano, TX to Scobee Spur, TX – Apprx. 54 miles RT. This will be a cleanup ride to clear flangeways and brush to prepare the line for the 7/4 and 10/30 excursions. Fee: $25 membership to Railroad Partners, Inc. Excursion Coordinator: Leland Stewart 10057 Palomino Canyon converse, TX RPI website: www.railroadpartners.com

May 22 - 23, 2010 - WA posted 04/27 update 05/12 Full - Wait List Started

Columbia Basin Railroad

PRO is pleased to announce a run on the Columbia Basin Railroad in celebration of Othello Washington’s centennial. Set on will be in Othello. Saturday’s run will consist of rides for the public on track that parallels the town. Sunday’s run will be to Moses Lake for lunch and return. Trip fee of $75.00 per car includes railroad costs. For more information, contact Steven Gadd, (509) 322-8495

May 22 - 23, 2010 - CA posted 03/30

Skunk Train - Mendocino Railway

MOW is pleased to sponsor an overnight B&B run on the Skunk Train R. Participants will travel 40 miles from Willits to Fort Bragg, CA Saturday, stay overnight in Fort Bragg, return to Willits on Sunday. For trip details check www.mowonline.org. To register, mail a check for $160 payable to MOW to Bill Owen - 24601 Voorhees Drive, Los Altos Hills, CA 94022.

May 22 - 24, 2010 - QE posted 01/27

Canadian National & Charlevoix Railway

The Club Railcar Québec (CRQ) invites you in Québec City for its 2nd NARCOA excursion. Track used are with Canadian National (CN) and Charlevoix Railway Inc. (CFC Inc.); a run of approximately 370 miles. Fees are $250. The number of participants is limited to 30 cars on the first day and to 25 cars on the two others.
For more information, please contact Louis-François Garceau.
SETON: Friday evening after dinner and/or Saturday morning. SETON is just beside the Ste. Foy VIA Rail Station.
Saturday May 22nd, departure from Ste. Foy at 8 AM for Hervey Junction via Charny (approx. 149 miles).
Sunday May 23rd, departure from Ste. Foy to Limoilou East and than to Clermont (approx. 110 miles).
Monday May 24th, departure from Clermont at 8 AM direction Ste. Foy (approx. 110 miles) - NOTE: On arrival, Miniatures trains inside the SMFQ Hall will run at your convenience. Louis-François Garceau, EC.

May 26 - 31, 2010 - WA posted 03/05 update 04/02

Eastern Washington Gateway, Great Northwest and BG&CM Railroads Full - wait list started

Pacific Railcar Operators is pleased to announce the third annual Eastern Washington Gateway Railroad excursion on May 26 and 27 combined with the fifth annual Memorial Day Weekend motorcar excursion on three branches of the former Camas Prairie Railroad (CSP) on May 29, 30 and 31, 2010.
Initial set on will be at Wilbur, WA on Tuesday, May 25. We run Wilbur to Medical Lake on Wednesday, the 26th, 127 miles, and Wilbur to Coulee City on Thursday, May 27th, 67 miles. Friday, May 28th is a travel day and set on at the Great Northwest yard in Lewiston. Saturday, the 29th we will run the Riparia branch, 144 miles, Sunday to Kamiah, 124 miles, and Monday to Craigmont, approximately 86 miles. Storage cars have been removed off the hill between Spalding and Culdesac which provides us the opportunity of running out of Lewiston to Craigmont for the first time in several years.
We require that hyrail vehicles comply with rule 12.1 (E) of the NARCOA operations handbook and carry enough blocking and other materials needed to re-rail the vehicle in case of derailment. We strongly urge all A series cars to do the same. There is a limit of 30 cars for this excursion. Run fees for the package are $525. Meet Co-Coordinators Steve Taulbee or Jim Morefield.

May 29, 2010 - CO posted 02/24

San Luis Central RR

Set-on will at the SLCRR offices, CO. We will travel north to Center, CO for a lunch break. Arrival back at Monte Vista early afternoon for a 24 mile round trip. This railroad aka The Pea Vine moves over 3000 carloads in and out during the year. It serves an agricultural area involved in the production of potatoes and potato products. No Hi-Rails. Operators needing mentoring are welcome, just please let the EC know when you sign up that you will need mentoring. The fee for the day will be $50 per car. Jon Keeling

May 29 - 30, 2010 - OH posted 03/17 update 04/30 FULL - Wait List Started

City of Greenfield RR, US Rail

Saturday May 29th, 2010. Greenfield (Ohio). City of Greenfield Railroad. Ohio Valley Railcars sponsored excursions. Former B&O St. Louis Main Line with some travel over the former Detroit Toledo & Ironton. 60 mile round trip. Travel west from Greenfield to Midland, Ohio where we will turn our cars. This is part of the same former main line as the US Rail line in Jackson, Ohio. There are several large bridges and vintage depots along the route. Dave Verzi is coordinator for Saturday.
Sunday May 30th, 2010. Jackson (Ohio). US Rail Jackson Division 110 + round trip mile. This line is comprised of the former B&O, C&O and DT&I lines. Features much welded rail along varied scenic locations with 2 tunnels. . Jaime Samuell is coordinator for Sunday. Fee will be based on registration of 20 cars minimum, and the railroad is paid per car.

May 29 - 30, 2010 - NE posted 01/23

Nebraska Northeastern Railroad

The First Iowa Division is pleased to announce a 2-day ride on the Nebraska Northeastern Railroad. The Osmond to O’Neill segment will be ridden on Saturday and the Osmond to Jackson part will be ridden on Sunday. Mileage for this 2-day event is approximately 230 miles. Cost of this 2-day event is $60. Dave Pratt (515-674-3803) is the Excursion Coordinator for this ride. Contact Carl Schneider for more information.

May 30, 2010 - TX posted 02/02

Blacklands Railroad

Railroad Partners, Inc. is pleased to announce a 1 day run on the Blacklands Railroad (former Cotton Belt). Participants will travel approx. 110 RT miles between Greenville and Mt. Vernon, TX. Hyrails welcome. No homebuilt motorcars. Trip fee of $80.00 includes railroad fees. Leland Stewart.

May 30 - 31, 2010 - CO posted 02/24

South Fork, Denver & Rio Grande Railway Historic Foundation

10th Anniversary Run. The Rocky Mountain Division invites you to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the purchase of the line by the D&RGHF from the Union Pacific, returning the Rio Grande name to this historic, and scenic property. This is a great low key run for mentoring new operators, and a great run to see how your car runs in the mountains. We will arrange the run to travel somewhere between 60 to 80 track miles during these dates, traveling from South Fork to Wasson Wye and return . No Hi-Rails. Jon Keeling will be EC. Cost: $160 ($110 for paid RMD members) for the first day you run and $50 for a second day. Jon Keeling.

June 04, 2010 - NH posted 11/22

Cotton Valley Rail Trail Club

Pre-HOBO tune up ride The Cotton Valley Rail Trail Club is hosting a pre-HOBO tune up ride at their trackage in Wolfeboro, NH. This will give everyone a chance to shake the bugs out of their speeders before the pressure of the time constraints of an actual run. Experience the scenic New Hampshire wilderness along 11 miles of club maintained track, with a good diner at the other end of the line. Hot dogs, etc. will also be available at our engine house throughout the day. This is open to all speeder owners/operators/riders, regardless of club affiliation. This is not a NARCOA sanctioned event. Dick Forde, co-coordinator.

June 05 & 06, 2010 - NC posted 04/09

Great Smoky Mountains RR

OVERNIGHT RUN! - We will be leaving from Andrews, NC the morning of June the 5th and running the entire line (51 miles) all the way to Dillsboro, NC where we’ll tie up for the night on the main line in front of our motel. Sunday morning we’ll depart for Andrews. We will be running with trains both days and it is imperative that your car be in the best mechanical shape! The cost for this two day event is: $175.00. Contact: Tom Falicon

June 05, 2010 - KS, OK posted 03/21

South Kansas & Oklahoma RR

Independence, KS to Ocheleta, OK 2010 Heart of the Heartlands is sponsoring an approximately 105 mile round trip on ex-ATSF trackage. During the trip we will stop at a restored joint ATSF and MKT depot for photos. Cost is $20. For details please contact meet coordinator Mark Springer.

June 09 - 16, 2010 - MT posted 02/17 update 02/22 FULL - with Waiting List

PRO Big Sky Adventure IV - "Missions and Glaciers Tour"

Pacific Railcar Operators is pleased to announce its Big Sky Adventure IV - "Missions and Glaciers Tour" June 9-16, 2010. Participants will run on 3 (maybe 4) different segments of unique railroads in Montana's Big Sky Country. They are Montana Rail Link, Mission Mountain RR, Central Montana Rail Inc. and possibly BNSF (traffic permitting). The entire week will be spent in country in and around Glacier National Park as it celebrates its centennial. The fee for the eight-day BSA III is $425 (does not include lodging) and is limited to 25 cars. All NARCOA rules and guidelines are in effect. Operators must have 2010 NARCOA insurance, valid operator's cards and be mentored. This will NOT be a mentoring run and will be limited to experienced operators and proven cars due to main line railroad operations. Spark arrestors are required. For more information call Bill at (406) 721-2351

June 12, 2010 - CA posted 05/05

Sierra Railroad

Oakdale to Jamestown and return. 82 track miles total. We will turn our cars on the roundhouse turn table and display them for the public. Cost $150.- per car. Chris Ogilvie (510) 339-1071 home.

June 12, 2010 - IA posted 01/22

Iowa River Railroad

Eldora, Iowa - The First Iowa Division will host a ride on this ex-M&StL line which runs from Marshalltown to Steamboat Rock, Iowa and north past the ethanol plant towards Ackley. Due to track repairs from the 2008 flooding, mileage could be up to 70 miles round trip depending on how far we can ride. We plan on possibly riding the line twice if time permits. Cost of this ride is $45 per car. Dave Pratt (515-674-3803) is the Excursion Coordinator for this ride.

June 12 - 13, 2010 - GA posted 04/17

Heart of Georgia West RR

Richand Georgia to Union Georgia. Saturday from Richland to Union and return. 40 miles round trip. Sunday from Richland to Union and return, 40 miles round trip. Total milage for 3 days will be 110 miles. SERO afiliated. $50.00 each car for the weekend, cost is for one day or all 3 rides. EC Larry Crowe, H:229-776-5882 EC in training Will Thompson H: 229-723-8231EC Dave Ferro H: 850-656-0592

June 19, 2010 - MI posted 05/16

Coopersville & Marne Railway

Great Lakes Railcars is pleased to announce two trips to Grand Rapids. Total mileage for the day is estimated to be 56 miles. Cost of the run is $30 per car, with a limit of 25 cars. Richard Dunton,

June 19, 2010 - GA posted 06/12

Blue Ridge Scenic RR

Blue Ridge, GA to McCaysville, GA -- Approx 26 miles round trip. Supper stop in McCaysville. There is no car limit. Coordinators: Carl Hymen, Scottie Wershing, Ron Long.

June 19, 2010 - TX posted 04/29

Capitol Metro Transportation

June 19 - 20, 2010 - WV posted 10/19 update 01/29 update 04/03 FULL - Wait list

West Virginia Central RR, Cass Scenic RR

Travel West Virginia's ex CSX, B&O and Western Maryland Railroad. On Saturday we will start at the former Western Maryland Depot in Elkins West Virginia and travel south to Spruce. At Spruce we will switch to the Cass Scenic Railroad's Spruce connector. We will travel the 1.5 mile track to Old Spruce where we will meet Cass Scenic Railroad's Bald Knob train coming off the mountain. On Sunday we will travel north to Tygart Junction where the WVC interchanges with the P&LRR (formerly CSX's Cowin sub). Early set-on Friday. Round trip miles is 180. Fee is $150.00. 40 cars. Contact: Paul S. Rujak.

June 25 - 27, 2010 - CO posted 05/20

Leadville, Colorado and Southern RR

Rocky Mountain Division ( RMD) will be hosting a three-day excursion on the Leadville, Colorado and Southern Railroad out of Leadville Colorado on June 25-27 (Friday, Saturday and Sunday), 2010. This railroad is the highest standard gage adhesion railroad in North America and reaches altitudes of 11,300 feet above sea level. The line was once part of the Denver, South Park and Pacific RR, a famous narrow gauge Colorado mountain rail line converted to standard gauge in WW II. Cost will be $95.00 per car for the three day trip. Motor cars only are allowed at this time. Excursion Coordinator: Jerry “Greg” Geiger,

June 26, 2010 - CA posted 06/05

Skunk Train, Mendocino Railway

Motorcar Operators West(MOW) will host the first annual Del McCall memorial motorcar excursion. The trip will run from Willits to Northspur and return, a total of 38 miles. Set-on and safety inspection will be between 7:00 and 8:15 with a safety meeting at 8:30. Excursion coordinators are Chris Baldo and Glen Ford. Cost is $110 per car.

July 4, 2010 - TX posted 11/11

Capitol Metro Transportation – ex SP Llano branch

Bluebonnet Run – Railroad Partners, Inc. is pleased to sponsor a motorcar excursion over the ex SP Llano branch. This is a scenic stretch of track which parallels the Llano River and crosses the Colorado River on Lake LBJ. There will be abundant wildlife and open range vistas. Participants will travel from Llano, TX, through Kingsland, TX to Scobey Spur, a round trip distance of approx 54 mi. Hy-rails welcome. Excursion Coordinator Leland Stewart.

July 3 - 4, 2010 - OR posted 03/31

Oregon Pacific Railroad

The Oregon Pacific Railroad (OPR) is hosting the "Speeder Appreciation Days" on the East Portland and Molalla Branches, Saturday July 3rd and Sunday July 4th. This 20 car maximum, non-NARCOA event is free to speeder operators. There is no set running schedule for either of these days. Saturday July 3rd we will operate on the 5.5 mile East Portland Branch. Upon departing the set-on site, there is roughly 1200 feet of 6% grade to manage. Sunday July 4th we will operate on the 8.7 mile Molalla Branch line. For complete details contact Kevin Novak.

July 9 - 11, 2010 - NY posted 04/19

Delaware & Ulster Railroad

Our annual trip to the Catskill Mountains will include the often talked about "Up the Mountain, Down the Mountain" and we make numerous trips between Roxbury and Highmout. Night runs and a night trip to Highmount for dinner are included. Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 48 miles. The price of the trip is $80. No HY-Rails allowed. Event Coordinator: Warren Riccitelli / Al Elliott.

July 9 & 11, 2010 - ID posted 05/14

Washington, Idaho & Montana RR / P&L branch Excursion

Pacific Railcar Operators is pleased to announce the WI&M / P&L branch excursion Friday July 9 and Sunday July 11, 2009 on the Washington & Idaho Railroad. The set on point will be at the Potlatch Depot, Potlatch Idaho. Friday’s trip will go from Potlatch to Palouse on the WI&M Railroad and then from Palouse to milepost 3 near Marshall on the old Palouse and Lewiston branch of the Northern Pacific and return, a total of 138 miles. On Sunday we will run from Potlatch to Palouse and then to Moscow and return, a total of 74 miles. On Saturday, operators will have the opportunity to participate in the Potlatch Depot Days benefit at no additional charge. Run fees are $135. There is a 30 car limit for this excursion. For more information contact Meet Co-Coordinators Steve Taulbee or Jim Morefield.

July 10, 2010 - OK posted 06/10

Arkansas-Oklahoma Railroad

The Oklahoma Railway Museum (ORM) will host a trip on the Arkansas-Oklahoma Railroad (A-OK) from Harrah, OK traveling westward on the ex-Rock Island Railroad trackage that A-OK operates to Midwest City, Ok and then return through Harrah and on to Shawnee, OK and then return to Harrah. Total mileage will be 68 miles round Trip. The cost will be $25. Excursion Coordinator is Drake Rice.

July 10, 2010 - ID posted 05/14

Potlatch Days - (Washington, Idaho & Montana RR)

Come join Pacific Railcar Operators for a benefit ride to support the Washington, Idaho & Montana RR Historical Society’s efforts to restore the Potlatch, ID depot July 10, 2010. This will be in conjunction with the PRO P&L motorcar excursion on Friday and Sunday (see related announcement). Participants will give rides to the public over the tracks of the Washington & Idaho RR between Princeton and a point 4 miles west of Potlatch. Bill Taylor

July 10 - 11, 2010 - CA posted 06/04

Santa Maria Valley Railroad

Motorcar Operators West is pleased to sponsor a two day run over the Santa Maria Valley Railroad. Participants will travel approximately 20 round-trip miles between Santa Maria and Guadalupe, CA. Several round trips will be made each day including a twilight run on Saturday night. The trip fee of $65.00 for one day or $80.00 for two days. Excursion coordinator is Bill Schertle.

July 10 - 11, 2010 - SD posted 01/27

Prairie Village, Herman & Milwaukee Railroad

Historic Prairie Village is Featuring Motorcars this year for Railroad Days. July 10 & 11 motorcars will be giving rides both days. This is a NON-NAROA event. LeRay Swedeen

July 10 - 11, 2010 - MN posted 01/08 updated 01/23 update 03/04 FULL - WAITING LIST STARTED

North Shore Scenic Railroad

North Central Railcars, Ltd. is pleased to announce two, round-trip excursions along the Lake Superior shore, between Two Harbors, MN and Duluth, MN; one on Saturday afternoon/evening, July 10, 2010, and a second trip on Sunday morning, July 11, 2010. You have the option to travel Saturday, Sunday, or both days. We will set-on at the historic D.M. & I.R. station (adjacent to the ore docks) in Two Harbors Saturday morning, display our cars for 2 hours as part of the Two Harbors Heritage Festival, then depart at noon and travel approximately 52 miles round-trip between Two Harbors & Duluth. The excursion fee is $70 per car for 1 day, or $100 per car if you sign up for both days. There is a 25 car limit. Michael P. Ford.

July 13, 2010 - ND posted 01/08 update 01/16 update 02/20 FULL - WAITING LIST STARTED

Northern Plains Railroad

North Central Railcars, Ltd. is pleased to announce a one-day motor car excursion between Fordville, ND and Devils Lakes, ND on Tuesday, July 10, 2010. The trip will cover approximately 110 round trip miles. This is a first time excursion on this railroad. Excursion fee of $85 per car. There is a 25 car limit. Michael P. Ford

July 15 - 16, 2010 - ND, MT posted 01/08 update 01/16 update 03/04 FULL - WAITING LIST STARTED

Dakota, Missouri Valley, & Western Railroad

North Central Railcars, Ltd. is pleased to announce a two-day motor car excursion. On Thursday, we will run approximately 130 round trip miles between Raymond, MT and Crosby, ND. On Friday we will run approximately 60 round-trip miles between Raymond, MT and Whitetail, MT. Excursion fee of $125 per car. There is a 25 car limit. Michael P. Ford.

July 17, 2010 - SK posted 01/08 update 01/16 update 02/17 FULL - WAITING LIST STARTED

Last Mountain Railway

North Central Railcars, Ltd. is pleased to announce a one-day motor car excursion between Condie, SK and Aylesbury, SK on Saturday, July 17, 2010. The trip will cover approximately 120 round trip miles through the beautiful Qu’appelle Valley area northwest of Regina, SK. This is a first time excursion on this railroad. Excursion fee of $85. Canadian participants are welcome to pay cash for the excursion in local currency. There is a 25 car limit. Michael P. Ford.

July 17 & 18, 2010 - ND posted 02/25 update 03/20

Dakota Northern Railroad

The Dakota Section of the First Iowa Division is pleased to announce multiple trips on the 48 mile segment of the Dakota Northern RR from Grafton to Walhalla, ND. We will ride both days headquartered out of Grafton. Saturday will have a day and evening run to the end of the line at Walhalla with stops on the way out and back at Crystal in the morning and lunch and supper at Walhalla. Sunday will have an abbreviated run to Cavalier and back. This is a former GN/BNSF line. Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 254 miles. Cost of this 2 day excursion will be $75 per car. Excursion Coordinator Dave Voeltz.

July 17 & 18, 2010 - PA posted 02/11

North Shore and Shamokin Valley Railroads

Ride the 86 RT miles of the North Shore Railroad from Northumberland to Berwick and back. Former Erie Lackawanna Railroad. Sunday, ride the 50 miles RT of the Shamokin Valley Railroad from Sunbury to Mt. Carmel Junction and back. Former Reading and Pennsylvania Railroads. Registration fee - $75. Central PA Excursions.

July 19 - 20, 2010 - SK posted 01/08 update 01/17 update 02/17 FULL - WAITING LIST STARTED

Great Sandhills Railway

North Central Railcars, Ltd. is pleased to announce a 2-day motor car excursion on the Great Sandhills Railway in the rolling hills of southern Saskatchewan near Swift Current. The trip will cover approximately 260 rail miles of the ex-CP Empress and Burstall subdivisions between Mayne, SK (just west of Swift Current) and Burstall, SK. This is a new railroad for NARCOA. The excursion fee of $225 (USD or CDN) covers the railroad fee, bus transportation between Burstall and Leader, Sandhills tour, evening barbeque, and other related excursion costs. 25 car limit. Michael P. Ford.

July 21 - 23, 2010 - SK posted 01/08 update 01/17 update 02/17 FULL - WAITING LIST STARTED

Great Western Railway

North Central Railcars, Ltd. is pleased to announce a 3-day motor car excursion on the Great Western Railway in the rolling hills of southern Saskatchewan. The trip will run between Assiniboia and Consul, SK, covering approximately 360 rail miles The excursion fee of $300 (USD or CDN) covers the railroad fee, insurance, gratuities, and miscellaneous excursion costs. Michael P. Ford

July 24 - 25, 2010 - OR posted 07/15

Oregon Electric Railway Historical Society

Antique Powerland, located near I-5 just north of Salem, is presenting its 40th annual “Great Oregon Steam-Up” weekends. Motorcars will be running concomitantly with the Society’s trolley car on 5000 feet of end-to-end track. This is a non-NARCOA fund raising event for the benefit of OERHS. Rides are being offered to the public. Rick Koehler

July 24 - 25, 2010 - GA posted 04/17

Heart of Georgia West RR

July 24 - 25, 2010 - NJ posted 09/27

New York Susquehanna & Western Railway, Syracuse Branch

Participants will travel approximately 160 round-trip miles between Chenango Bridge, NY and Syracuse, NY over the two days. Saturday we will be running roundtrip from Cortland, NY to Syracuse, NY. The trip fee is $120 per car. There is a 40 car limit. ECs for the trip are KC Smith and Chris Vitz.

July 31, 2010 - TX posted 04/29

Capitol Metro Transportation

Llano, TX to Scobee Spur, TX – Apprx. 54 miles RT. This will be a cleanup ride to clear flangeways and brush to prepare the line for the 7/4 and 10/30 excursions. Fee: $25. Excursion Coordinator: Leland Stewart

July 31 - August 1, 2010 - OR posted 07/15

Oregon Electric Railway Historical Society

Antique Powerland, located near I-5 just north of Salem, is presenting its 40th annual “Great Oregon Steam-Up” weekends. Motorcars will be running with the Society’s trolley car on 5000 feet of end-to-end track. This is a non-NARCOA event. Contact: Rick Koehler

August 13 - 15, 2010 - CO posted 05/20

Leadville, Colorado and Southern RR

Rocky Mountain Division ( RMD) will be hosting a three-day excursion on the Leadville, Colorado and Southern Railroad out of Leadville Colorado. This railroad is the highest standard gage adhesion railroad in North America and reaches altitudes of 11,300 feet above sea level. Cost will be $95.00 per car. Motor cars only are allowed at this time. Excursion Coordinator: Jerry “Greg” Geiger.

August 14, 2010 - CA posted 06/06 update 07/22

Skunk Train

Skunk train - Willits, CA to Fort Bragg, CA and return on same day. 78 miles round trip. Run fee of $150 per motorcar includes box lunch for two people per motorcar. Excursion Coordinator - Tom Phair. All motorcars operating on Skunk Train tracks must be equipped with a muffler. Noise abatement is a condition of operating required by the railroad management. We have been given instruction by railroad management that all motorcars will make no more noise than a standard MT-19 or MT-14. Operators attention is drawn to the NARCOA Rulebook Introduction that reads "The railroads on which we operate may impose their own operating rules and/or mechanical standards."

August 14, 2010 - NY posted 07/16

Bath and Hammondsport Railroad

Join us for our first excursion on the Bath and Hammondsport Railroad. Coshocton will be our Seton for this approximate 100 RT miles if time warrants. Runs in conjunction with the Finger Lakes excursion. Event fee is $150 per car for this and includes the Finger Lakes Railway run on Sunday. This event is sponsored by NERCA. HY-Rails allowed by permission only. Event Coordinator: Warren Riccitelli / Al Elliott.

August 14 - 15, 2010 - GA posted 08/10

Heart of Georgia West RR

Saturday from Richland, GA to Union, GA and return. 40 miles round trip. Evening run Saturday Richland to SR 39, 30 miles round trip. Sunday from Richland to Union and return, 40 miles round trip. Click HERE for more details and maps. $60.00 each car for the weekend. EC Larry Crowe, EC in training Will Thompson EC Dave Ferro H: 850-656-0592

August 15, 2010 - NY posted 07/16

Fingers Lakes Railway

We will be setting on in Himrod and traveling over the Watkins Lakes Branch and the beautiful Penn Branch. Total RT miles is approximately 45 miles. Event fee is $150 per car for this and includes the Bath & Hammondsport run on Saturday. HY-Rails not allowed. The event is sponsored by NERCA. Event Coordinator: Warren Riccitelli / Al Elliott.

August 16 - 19, 2010 - ON posted 04/15

Algoma Central Ry

The excursion will cover the entire ACR line from Sault Ste. Marie to Hearst, Ontario. 585 mile roundtrip. The trip will set-on at the ACR Steelton Yard in Sault Ste. Marie and overnight in Wawa and Hearst during the trip. The excursion fee of US$1350 (per car with two persons/double occupancy) includes all railroad fees, overnight accommodations (3 nights) in Wawa and Hearst, bus transportation between Hawk Junction and hotel in Wawa, box lunch for 3 days and fuel for 3 days. Fred D. Lonnes, Excursion Coordinator.

August 20-22, 2010 - IN/MI posted 12/31 update 07/02 FULL - Wait List

Indiana Northeastern Railroad

Great Lakes Railcars, Inc. The trip will start in Ashley, IN and run east/west, then north to Coldwater, MI for an overnight stay, with return to Ashley early afternoon on Sunday. The entire trip will cover approximately 150 miles. The excursion fee of $250 includes the railroad fee, overnight accommodations in Coldwater, MI, gratuities, and other miscellaneous excursion costs. There is a 35 car limit. Michael P. Ford.

August 20 - 23, 2010 - CO posted 02/19 update 03/11FULL - Wait List

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad (3 foot narrow gauge)

Set on is Friday afternoon Silverton. We plan to do a 12 mile round trip Elk Park Turn on Friday afternoon. August 21st, 22nd and 23rd participants will travel approximately 56 round-trip miles per day against the current of traffic on this historic railroad during "Railfest 2010", between Silverton and Rockwood for an excursion total of about 180 miles. Setoff is planned for mid-afternoon on August 23rd. We will be meeting the historic steam power of the D&SNGRR as well as Rio Grande 315, Eureka and Palisades #4 and RGS Motor #5 as we travel the Animas Canyon and the spectacular “High-Line”. There is a 20 motorcar limit. Send a check for $370 made out to Rocky Mountain Division to: Philip Walters.

August 21, 2010 - GA posted 06/12

Blue Ridge Scenic RR

Blue Ridge, GA to McCaysville, GA -- Approx 26 miles round trip. Supper stop in McCaysville. Price: $5.00 per car active Blue Ridge Scenic Railroad Volunteers. All others $10.00 per car. Coordinators: Carl Hymen, Scottie Wershing, Ron Long

Aug 21, 2010 - TX posted 04/29

Capitol Metro Transportation

Llano, TX to Scobee Spur, TX – Apprx. 54 miles RT. Fee: $25 membership to Railroad Partners, Inc. Excursion Coordinator: Leland Stewart

August 22, 2010 - MO posted 01/23 update 05/07

Colt Railway

First Iowa Division ride which runs northeast from Columbia to Centralia on an ex-Wabash track. We will run this line two times during the day. Each run is approximately 44 miles round trip. Cost of this ride is $45 per car. Dave Pratt Excursion Coordinator

August 24 - 27, 2010 - CO posted 02/20 update 03/10 FULL - WAIT LIST ONLY

Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad (3 foot narrow gauge)

Heart of the Heartlands run from Chama to Big Horn and return. Thursday – run from Chama, NM to Antonito, CO and stay overnight. Friday – run from Antonito back to Chama. We will cover approximately 210 miles through the San Juan Mountains, crossing 10,015 ft. Cumbres Pass and meeting steam powered passenger trains each day. There will also be activities the following weekend celebrating the 40th anniversary of the C&TS Railroad. Cost: $325 per car. There is a 20 car limit. Excursion Coordinator: Jim McKeel

August 26-29, 2010 - MI posted 12/31 FULL - WAIT LIST ONLY

Great Lakes Central Railway

Great Lakes Rail Cars, Inc. excursion over a portion of the Great Lakes Central Railway (ex- Tuscola & Saginaw Bay Railway. Participants will travel approximately 238 miles. The trip will start in Cadillac, MI. We will run to Petoskey, Michigan on Friday, Petoskey to Traverse City on Saturday, and Traverse City to Cadillac on Sunday. Excursion fee $450 includes hotel accommodations in both Traverse City and Petoskey, MI. 30 car limit. Michael P. Ford

August 28 - 29, 2010 - GA posted 08/10

Heart of Georgia West RR

Saturday from Richland, GA to Union, GA and return. 40 miles round trip. Evening run Saturday Richland to SR 39, 30 miles round trip.Sunday from Richland to Union and return, 40 miles round trip. Click HERE for more details and maps. SERO affiliate. $60 each car for the weekend, cost is for one day or all 3 rides. EC Larry Crowe, EC in training Will Thompson EC Dave Ferro H: 850-656-0592

September 04, 2010 - TX posted 08/19 updated 08/29

Texas State RR

American Heritage Railways will sponsor a motorcar excursion on the Texas State Railroad from Rusk to Palestine, Texas in conjunction with the 2nd Annual RAILFEST that will feature rides on a steam train, motorcar rides, food vendors, model railroad vendors, including Miss Texas and live music. Run 25 miles to Palestine. Motorcar operators and passengers will also be allowed to ride the steam train all day and participate in a guided tour of the Palestine Engine Shed. T&P #610, Texas’s only 10 wheeler in working order will be pulled out of the shed for inspection. At 3:00 pm, all motorcars will be escorted 25 miles back to Rusk where we will set off, and conclude the day’s event. Fee for the Texas State Railroad excursion is $50. Contact Kelley Rick, or John von Briesen

September 04 - 06, 2010 - ND - SD posted 04/28

Dakota Missouri Valley & Western Railroad

The First Iowa Division is pleased to announce a 3-day excursion on the DMV&W Railroad. We will ride Saturday and Sunday out of Wishek, ND. The first day will take us north and west to McKenzie, ND and back where we will leave the cars on the track overnight. The second day will take us east to Kulm, ND and return to Wishek where we will then set off and transport our cars to Britton, SD for a late afternoon set on and evening run to Geneseo Jct and back to Britton where we will leave our cars on track overnight. Monday we will run to near Aberdeen, SD before returning to Britton.
Approximate run trip mileage for the 3 days is 360 miles. The price of the trip is $90. Contact Dave Voeltz.

September 05, 2010 - PA posted 06/15 update 06/21 FULL - Wait list

Wheeling & Lake Erie Railway

Pittsburgh, PA. OVR announces an excursion on the W&LE. We will travel from Rook Yard to Hickory, PA. return to Rook and travel east to do the Mifflin branch and the Clairton branch. This is the same trip as done in 2007. As in the past, the route may change depending on freight traffic demands. Total planned mileage is 83 miles. 30 car limit. Trip fee is $120 No homemade cars, A cars, large motorcars, Hy-rails, or trailer cars permitted. Jeff Levengood

September 11, 2010 - WV posted 02/17 Update 05/04

South Branch Valley Railroad

Petersburg WV. Sponsored by Appalachian Rail Excursions LLC. We will run the entire line from Petersburg WV to Greensprings WV and return. Aprox. 102 round trip miles. Hy- Rails permitted with proper documentation by FRA Inspection. 40 car limit. $65.00/per car. John Gonder.

September 11, 2010 - NY posted 03/04

New York Susquehanna & Western Railway, Utica Branch

The Volunteer Railroaders Association 1-day run over the NYS&W Utica Branch. 84 round-trip miles between Sherburne, NY and Utica, NY. The trip fee is $80 per car. 40 car limit. ECs for the trip are KC Smith and Chris Vitz. The NYS&W requires that ALL operators must pass a Northeast Operating Rules Advisory Committee (NORAC) guidelines training class and test prior to the event.

September 11, 2010 – TX posted 08/12

Capitol Metro Transportation

Llano, TX to Scobee Spur, TX – Apprx. 54 miles RT. This will be a cleanup ride to clear flangeways and brush to prepare the line for the 10/30 Fall excursion. Fee: $25 membership to Railroad Partners, Inc. Additional RPI safety rules will apply. Excursion Coordinator: Leland Stewart.

September 11 - 12, 2010 - GA posted 08/10

Heart of Georgia West RR

Saturday from Richland, GA to Union, GA and return. 40 miles round trip. Evening run Saturday Richland to SR 39, 30 miles round trip. Sunday from Richland to Union and return, 40 miles round trip. Click HERE for more details and maps. SERO affiliate. $60 each car for the weekend, cost is for one day or all 3 rides. EC Larry Crowe, EC in training Will Thompson, EC Dave Ferro

September 12, 2010 - NY posted 03/04

Cooperstown & Charlotte Valley Railroad

The Volunteer Railroaders Association 1-day run over the Cooperstown & Charlotte Valley Railroad. 30 round-trip miles between Cooperstown Junction, NY and Cooperstown, NY. The trip fee is $30 per car. There is a 25 car limit. Christopher Vitz and KC Smith are the ECs for the trip.

September 12 - 18, 2010 - BC posted 06/02 update 08/04 08/08

Pacific Northwest Tour 2010

Motorcar Operators West is pleased to announce the re-instatement of the Vancouver Island By Speeder Excursion. We will run approximately 497 miles on the Alberni Pacific Railway in Port Alberni, the Southern Railway of Vancouver Island from Victoria to Couurtney, and the Englewood Railway of Western Forest Products from Beaver Cove to Woss (this is the last logging railway in North America). The cost will be approximately $1,600 per car. For information please contact one of the Excursion Coordinators – Bill Schertle, Dave Balestreri

September 17 - 19, 2010 - CA posted 07/08

Placerville Branch

Motorcar Operators West is pleased to offer a two day run over the Placerville Branch in Folsom California. Participants will travel approximately 18 round-trip miles between Folsom and Latrobe, CA. Several round trips will be made each day. The cost is $35. Excursion coordinators are Glen Ford, Dave McClain and Mike Mitchell.

September 17 - 19, 2010 - NC posted 08/29

Great Smoky Mountains RR

Railfest 2010, The RR is requesting four A-cars and four M-cars to give rides all three days. First come, first serve, we cannot use more motorcars than the eight the RR has requested. Contact: Tom Falicon.

September 18-19, 2010 - GA posted 09/09

Blue Ridge Scenic RR

Mineral Bluff, Ga to River and Return – Total 1 mile round trip. Multi trips. Limit 2 cars, Ride Full. “Ride The Rails Festival” Fund Raiser for Model Railroad Club and Depot Restoration. Carl Hymen.

September 18-19, 2010 - NY posted 07/16

Upper Hudson River Railroad

Nestled in the lower Adirondacks in upstate New York, north of Albany, this road follows the scenic headwaters of the Hudson River. Each day will be about 90 miles running. Event fee is $150. Equipment Restrictions/Requirements: HY-Rails not allowed by permission only. Event Coordinator: Warren Riccitelli / Al Elliott.

September 25, 2010 - IA posted 01/23 Update 09/12

Appanoose County Railroad

Centerville, Iowa The First Iowa Division is pleased to announce a ride on the Appanoose County Railroad. Set on will be the APNC shop building. We will travel 32 miles north to Albia on a well-maintained combination of welded and jointed track. This line also crosses the IC&E Kansas City - Quad Cities mainline. Cost of the ride is $35. Dave Pratt is the Excursion Coordinator.

September 25, 2010 - GA posted 09/09

Blue Ridge Scenic RR

Blue Ridge, GA to McCaysville, GA – Approx 26 miles round trip. Set-on Blue Ridge on house track at the depot at 4 PM. Price: $5.00 per car active Blue Ridge Scenic Railroad Volunteers. All others $10.00 per car. There is no car limit. Coordinators: Carl Hymen, Scottie Wershing and Ron Long.

September 25, 2010 – TX posted 08/12

Capitol Metro Transportation

Llano, TX to Scobee Spur, TX – Apprx. 54 miles RT. Fee: $25 membership to Railroad Partners, Inc. Excursion Coordinator: Leland Stewart

September 25, 2010 -CA posted 06/23

Sierra Railroad

PRO is pleased to announce a run on the Sierra Railroad from Oakdale to Jamestown and return. This year once again we are privileged to be allowed to use the turntable in Jamestown. The cost of the run is $150 per car. We need a minimum of 20 cars to make this run possible. There is a limit of 25 cars. Steve Paluso Per the Sierra Railroad no highrailers, railbuses, or trolley cars. Traditional motorcars only.

September 25 - 26, 2010 - AL posted 07/14

Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum

New mileage. Calera, AL About 30 miles South of Birmingham, AL. Riding 10 miles roundtrip with multiple trips per day. We are scheduled to run with the Heart of Dixie Museum steam train both days. Limited to 20 motorcars. Atlanta Railcar Excursions, Bobby Moreman, EC.

September 25 - 26, 2010 - CO posted 02/24

South Fork, Denver & Rio Grande Railway Historic Foundation

Rio Grande Fall Run. The Rocky Mountain Division invites you to come follow the Rio Grande river on this historic, and scenic property in the mountains of Colorado. This is a great low key run for mentoring new operators, and a great run to see how your car runs in the mountains. We will arrange the run to travel somewhere between 60 to 80 track miles during these dates, traveling from South Fork to Wasson Wye and return. The run will be limited to 25 cars. No Hi-Rails. Philip Walters, EC. Cost: $160 ($110 for paid RMD members) for the first day you run and $50 for a second day.

September 25 - 26, 2010 - WV posted 10/19 update 12/06,12/14, 01/29 07/11 FULL - Wait List

West Virginia Central RR, Cass Scenic RR

Come ride the most scenic railroad south of the Canadian border. Travel West Virginia's ex CSX, B&O and Western Maryland Railroad through mountains and along streams on a railroad flanked by some of the best scenery in the east. On Saturday we will start at the former Western Maryland Depot in Elkins West Virginia and travel south to Spruce. At Spruce we will switch to the Cass Scenic Railroad's Spruce connector. We will travel the 1.5 mile track to Old Spruce where we will meet Cass Scenic Railroad's Bald Knob train coming off the mountain. On Sunday we will travel north to Tygart Junction where the WVC interchanges with the P&LRR (formerly CSX's Cowin sub). Early set-on Friday. Round trip miles is 180. Fee is $150. 40 cars. No High-Rails. Paul S. Rujak

September 25 - 26, 2010 - ID posted 8/16

St. Maries River RR

Pacific Railcar Operators is pleased to announce a motorcar excursion on the St. Maries River Railroad. Mike Williams, the new owner of the railroad, has reopened the Clarkia branch to motorcar traffic, so Saturday participants will travel from St. Maries south through the beautiful St. Maries River canyon to Clarkia, the former site of the Potlatch reload facility (approximately 80 miles round trip). The line over Sherwin Hill to Bovill remains closed. Sunday the excursion will travel the STMA to Plummer around the south shore of Lake Coeur d' Alene on the former Milwaukee Road main line to STMA's interchange with the Union Pacific. (approximately 40 miles round trip). The fee for the two-day excursion is $160. The run is limited to 30 cars. Total track mileage is approximately 120 miles round trip. EC Steve Taulbee, Co-EC Bill Taylor

September 26, 2010 - OH posted 06/15

Akron Metro Transit Authority Green Line

Ohio Valley Railcars invites you to participate in riding the 45 (approximate) round trip miles of the Akron Metro Transit Authority Green line beginning in Canton, OH and going to Akron, OH. This line is the former B&O main line between Canton and Cleveland built in 1880. This is all very good welded rail that was rehabbed a few years ago. This should be some of the best rail that you will travel on this year. Our trip will start at Marion Street in Canton. We will be going by the McKinley Monument Park. We will travel through Akron – Fulton International Airport close to the end of the runway. Then we will head into the heart of Akron going between the large Goodyear manufacturing plants. Fee is $35 Alan Wilber

October 01 - 02, 2010 - IL posted 09/27

2010 NARCOA Annual Meeting

Sheraton Gateway Suites, 6501 North Mannheim Road, Rosemont, IL 60018 This meeting is open to all paid NARCOA members.

October 01 - 03, 2010 - SD posted 02/08

Black Hills Central RR

The Rocky Mountain Division and the Black Hills Central have teamed up again for a 3 day excursion. Scheduling of runs will be done as soon as we hit a minimum of 15 motorcars. Cost of excursion will be $60. EC for this event is Gus Mocilac.

October 02, 2010 - NV posted 05/26 update 09/10 Run is Full

MOW General Meeting & V&T Railroad

Our meeting will be at the Historic Fourth Ward School in Virginia City NV. We will set-on Saturday Morning and follow the Train up to Virginia City. We will walk up to the Fourth Ward School, have our meeting and then visit the historic city, have lunch and meet back at the cars. Their will be a $25 charge for the run. Glen Ford

October 02 - 03, 2010 - NJ posted 09/27

New York Susquehanna & Western Railway, Southern Division

The Volunteer Railroaders Association is pleased to sponsor a 2-day run over the NYS&W Southern Division. On Saturday the participants will travel approximately 100 round-trip miles between Riverdale, NJ and Warwick, NY. On Sunday we will run approximately 60 round-trip miles between Riverdale, NJ and North Bergen, NJ. Operators and riders under 18 are not permitted by the railroad. Trip fee $120. ECs for the trip are KC Smith and Chris Vitz.

October 09, 2010 - KS posted 09/17

South Kansas and Oklahoma Railroad

Heart of the Heartlands will have a motorcar excursion held in conjunction with the South Kansas and Oklahoma RR company picnic on October 9th,2010. We will be giving rides to the employee’s, manager's and their families as part of the festivities. After the rides we will have about a 40 mile round trip to Pittsburg, KS and return. No meet fee if you attend the picnic and provide rides. Excursion coordinator Mark Springer.

October 09, 2010 - IA posted 01/23

Iowa River Railroad

Eldora, Iowa - The First Iowa Division will ride this ex-M&StL line which runs from Marshalltown to Steamboat Rock, Iowa and north past the ethanol plant to Ackley. Mileage is about 70 miles round trip. We plan on possibly riding the line twice if time permits. Cost of this ride is $45 per car. Dave Pratt is the Excursion Coordinator.

October 09, 2010 - CA posted 07/20 update 09/05

Eagle Mountain Railroad

This line has been dormant for over 15 years but the track with all welded rail is still in great shape. EMR is located near Desert Center, CA eighty miles east of Palm Springs. We will make two round trips from the Kaiser Mine to the rail wash out 2 miles below I-10. Distance is 21 miles one way, total of 84 miles for the day. Ride fee is $135. Wayne Parsons

October 09, 2010 - PA, NY posted 02/11

Wellsboro and Corning Railroad

Ride the 70 miles RT from Wellsboro, PA to Gang Mills, NY and back. Former New York Central. Registration fee - $55. Note: Central PA Excursions.

October 09, 2010 - TX posted 08/24

Blacklands Railroad

Railroad Partners, Inc. is pleased to announce a 1 day run on the Blacklands Railroad (former Cotton Belt). Participants will travel approx. 110 RT miles between Greenville, TX and Mt. Vernon, TX. Hyrails welcome. Trip fee of $80. Excursion coordinators: Leland Stewart, EC in training, Myron Malone.

October 09 - 10, 2010 - GA posted 08/10

Heart of Georgia West RR

Saturday from Richland, GA to Union, GA and return. 40 miles round trip. Evening run Saturday Richland to SR 39, 30 miles round trip. Sunday from Richland to Union and return. Click HERE for more details and maps. SERO affiliate. $60 each car for the weekend, cost is for one day or all 3 rides. EC Larry Crowe, EC in training Will Thompson, EC Dave Ferro.

October 10 - 11, 2010 - PA, NY posted 07/16

Lehigh Railway / Owego & Harford Railway

This track is a former mainline of the Lehigh Valley RR from Scranton on it journey to the Chicago and the west. Now newly acquired by the new Lehigh Railway, it follows the Susquehanna River. Saturday is arranged by Larry Maynard on the Wellsboro and Corning railroad. We will set on in Athens. Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 190. This ride is limited to 30 cars. Event fee is $155 per car. This event is sponsored by NERCA. HY-Rails by permission only. Event Coordinator: Warren Riccitelli / Al Elliott.

October 16, 2010 – GA posted 09/09

Blue Ridge Scenic RR

Blue Ridge, GA to Talking Rock, GA – Approx 70 miles round trip. (October Festival in Talking Rock). Price: $5 per car active Blue Ridge Scenic Railroad Volunteers. All others $10 per car. There is no car limit. Coordinators: Carl Hymen (706-455-0492), Scottie Wershing and Ron Long.

October 16, 2010 – TX posted 08/12

Capitol Metro Transportation

Llano, TX to Scobee Spur, TX – Apprx. 54 miles RT. Fee: $25 Excursion Coordinator: Leland Stewart RPI website: www.railroadpartners.com

October 16, 2010 - ON posted 08/08

St. Thomas & Eastern Railway

A motorcar excursion on the 34 mile St. Thomas & Eastern railway. We will make at least one round trip (68 miles) and possibly more, if time permits. This run is presented by Kenneth Annett-an individual member NARCOA affiliate. The cost of the run will be $60 Canadian ( U.S.funds accepted at par)

October 16, 2010 - IN posted 08/18

Whitewater Valley Railroad

Great Lakes Railcars excursion on the Whitewater Valley Railroad. From Connersville, IN to Metamora, IN along the former Whitewater Canal. Appx 55 round trip miles. Andy Sargent

October 16, 2010 - OK posted 08/27

Arkansas-Oklahoma Railroad

Harrah, Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Railway Museum (ORM) will host a trip on the Arkansas-Oklahoma Railroad (A-OK) from McAlester, OK traveling Eastward on the ex-Rock Island Railroad trackage to Red Oak, Ok and return. Total mileage 92. The cost will be $40. Excursion Coordinator is Drake Rice.

October 23, 2010 - MN posted 05/06

St. Croix Railroad

North Branch, MN - The First Iowa Division is hosting a ride on the St. Croix Railroad to end our ride season. We will run between North Branch and Hinkley and return for a lunch break before making a second run to Hinkley and back. Round trip mileage is about 60 miles. Cost of the ride is $40. Dave Pratt is the Excursion Coordinator.

October 23 - 24, 2010 - OH posted 07/08update 09/09 Excursion full - Waiting List

City of Greenfield Railroad & US Rail Jackson Division

City of Greenfield Railroad. Former B&O St. Louis Main Line with some travel over the former Detroit Toledo & Ironton. 60 mile round trip. Travel west from Greenfield to Midland, Ohio where we will turn our cars. This is part of the same former main line as the US Rail line in Jackson, Ohio. Dave Verzi is coordinator for Saturday.
Sunday Jackson (Ohio). US Rail Jackson Division 110 + round trip mile. This line is comprised of the former B&O, C&O and DT&I lines. Jaime Samuell is coordinator for Sunday. 35 car limit each trip.

October 23 - 24, 2010 - CO posted 08/18

San Luis & Rio Grande Railroad - La Veta Pass, Antonito and Del Norte

Alamosa, Colorado. The Rocky Mountain Division is hosting a 263 mile excursion on the San Luis & Rio Grande railroad. 7AM departure for La Veta Pass with a turn west of Walsenburg at MP 180.12 and return to Alamosa. On October 24, a 7AM departure for Antonito, Colorado. After approximately a 1 hour lay over next to the CATS depot, we will return to Alamosa. We will then depart from Alamosa with a noon arrival at Del Norte. The cost is $180. There will be a 25 car maximum. Lynn French will be the excursion coordinator.

October 24, 2010 - CA posted 09/13

Big Trees & Pacific Railroad

PRO is pleased to announce a run on the Big Trees & Pacific Railroad from Felton to Santa Cruz, CA. The cost of the run is $90. We will make two trips. Steve Paluso

October 30, 2010 - TX posted 11/11

Capitol Metro Transportation – ex SP Llano branch

Bluebonnet Run – Railroad Partners, Inc. is pleased to sponsor a motorcar excursion over the ex SP Llano branch. This is a scenic stretch of track which parallels the Llano River and crosses the Colorado River on Lake LBJ. Participants will travel from Llano, TX, through Kingsland, TX to Scobey Spur, a round trip distance of approx 54 mi. Trip fee is $40 per car payable as a donation to Railroad Partners, Inc. (a nonprofit 501c3). Excursion Coordinator Leland Stewart

October 30 - 31, 2010 - GA posted 08/10

Heart of Georgia West RR

Saturday from Richland, GA to Union, GA and return. 40 miles round trip. Evening run Saturday Richland to SR 39, 30 miles round trip. Sunday from Richland to Union and return, 40 miles round trip. Click HERE for more details. SERO affiliate. $60.00 for one day or all 3 rides. EC Larry Crowe, EC in training Will Thompson EC Dave Ferro

October 30 - 31, 2010 - CA posted 10/09

Skunk Train - Mendocino Railway

MOW is pleased to sponsor an overnight B&B "Pumpkin" run on the Skunk Train RR. Participants will travel 40 miles from Willits to Fort Bragg, CA Saturday Oct 30, stay overnight in Fort Bragg , return to Willits on Sunday, Oct 31. $160 Bill Owen

October 30 - 31, 2010 - PA posted 08/10

Northern Central & Stewartstown RR's

The annual Halloween excursion of the Northern Central Railcar Association We will travel the Stewartstown RR in the morning each day and the Northern Central RR in the afternoon. The Saturday afternoon/evening trip will include night running and a cookout in Howard Tunnel. Price is $45 for one or both days. No charge for current NCRA members. This was included in the membership. Approximate total round trip miles each day will be 49. EC Dean Grote.

November 06 - 07, 2010 - AL - TN posted 08/15 update 09/04 Sold Out - Waiting List

Tennessee Southern Railroad

Columbia, TN to Florence, ALa and spend the night. Approx. 150 RT miles on former L&N and CSX lineAdditional rules: A-cars and hyrails by permission only. There is an 18 car limit. Excursion Coordinators: Paul Goldzung, Jim Hughes and Bernie Leadon.

November 06 - 07, 2010 - NH posted 07/16

Sixth Annual Snowflake Excursion

New England Southern & Hobo Railroads for an exciting and beautiful late fall excursion in the White Mountains. Seton will be in Concord, NH and travel north thru Tilton, Laconia, Weirs Beach, Meredith, Plymouth, and Thornton before arriving for our overnight stay in Lincoln. Event fee includes excursion, overnight accommodations and a continental breakfast. Total mileage approximately 146 miles. Event fee is $290 and includes hotel in Lincoln, NH on Saturday night. HY-Rails allowed by permission only. Event Coordinator: Warren Riccitelli / Al Elliott.

November 06, 2010 - PA posted 10/15

Middletown & Hummelstown Railroad

Former Reading Railroad line from Middletown, PA to Hummelstown, PA. This railroad has a little over 7 miles of track. We will make several trips on the line. We expect to do at least one run through Middletown to the NS connection. Cost for the day is $20 per car. There will be a 25 car limit. Gary Shrey.

November 07, 2010 - PA posted 10/15

Eastern Berks Gateway Railroad

To our knowledge, this is the first NARCOA excursion on this railroad. The railroad runs from Boyertown, PA to Pottstown, PA. It's what is left of the former Reading Railroad's Colebrookdale line. They have 8.6 miles of track that we expect to run several times. Cost for the day is $25 per car. There will be a 25 car limit. Gary Shrey

November 12 - 14, 2010 - GA posted 10/15

Heart Of Georgia West RR

Richand Georgia Pigfest - Friday 12th. Richland to Union 40 miles round trip. Saturday 13th, motorcar displays, public rides from depot to US 280. 1/4 mile roundtrip. Sunday 14th, Richland to Union, Georgia, 40 miles round trip.
EC Larry Crowe, EC in training Will Thompson, EC Dave Ferro

November 13 - 14, 2010 - OK posted 08/27

Farmrail Railroad

The Oklahoma Railway Museum is sponsoring a motorcar ride on Farmrail RailroadThe trip will be from Clinton, OK on routes yet to be set due to railroad operations. Set on for Saturday will begin at 7:30 A.M .in Clinton, Total cost for the runs is $70.00. Total trip mileage for both days should be approximately 160 miles.Coordinator is Drake Rice

November 14, 2010 - IL posted 10/18

Eastern Illinois Railroad

Great Lakes Railcars is sponsoring a one-day run on Eastern Illinois Railroad. Travel 84 miles round trip from Brocton to Neoga, IL. Trip fee is $60.00. Richard Hinds

November 14, 2010 - NC posted 09/09

Great Smoky Mountains RR

Ed Kimball Memorial Run - Join us to celebrate the life and times of NARCOA Area Four pioneer Ed Kimball.Minimum of 60 round trip miles will be run on the GSMR. There will be no GSMR New Year's run this year so this will be the last GSMR run for 2010. Cost is $110.00. Contact: EC, Tom Falicon

November 19 - 20, 2010 - GA posted 09/17 update 9/28

St. Marys Railroad

Tenative late afternoon run Friday November 19th, 2010. Saturday November 20th,2010 will motor between St. Marys and Kingsland via Kings Bay Spur 28 Miles. Cost of excursion $50. Excursion coordinators Jay Boggs, Jim Ganer.

November 20, 2010 - GA posted 09/09

Blue Ridge Scenic RR

Blue Ridge, GA to McCaysville, GA – Approx 26 miles round trip. Price: $5 per car active Blue Ridge Scenic Railroad Volunteers. All others $10 per car. Coordinators: Carl Hymen, Scottie Wershing and Ron Long

November 27, 2010 - CA posted 06/06 update 07/17

Skunk Train

Willits, CA to Fort Bragg, CA and return. 78 miles round trip. Run fee of $150 per motorcar includes box lunch for two people per motorcar. Additional lunches $10.00 each. Excursion Coordinator - Tom Phair.

December 03 - 05, 2010 - OR posted 09/14

The Holiday Express

The Oregon Pacific Railroad has invited us to provide speeder rides to the public during this event being held on their tracks in Portland Oregon. This free event is your chance to help raise funds for a new home for SP4449 and SP&S 700. This will be a non NARCOA event with insurance provided by the OPR, however operators must hold a current NARCOA licensed and have run several NARCOA events. For complete details contact Guy Howard

December 04, 2010 - PA posted 02/11

North Shore Railroad

Ride the 86 miles RT of the North Shore Railroad from Northumberland to Berwick and return. This is former Erie Lackawanna track. As part of the fee for this ride, please bring a new, unwrapped toy with you for either a boy or a girl. There will also be prizes for the best Christmas theme decorated motorcars. Registration fee - $55.00. Send check to: Central PA Excursions

December 04 - 05, 2010 - GA posted 10/15

Heart Of Georgia West RR

Richand Georgia to Omaha Georgia Workdays. 41 miles round trip. $25.00 each car. Limit of 7 cars EC Larry Crowe

December 11, 2010 - IN posted 12/03

Indiana Transportation Museum

Great Lakes Railcars is pleased to announce the annual Christmas run with Santa on the Indiana Transportation Museum railroad between Noblesville and Tipton IN. Trip fee is $30 per car. For more information contact Stan Conyer

December 11 - 12, 2010 - GA posted 10/15

Heart Of Georgia West RR

Richand Georgia to Omaha Georgia Workdays. 42 miles round trip. $25.00 each car. Limit of 7 cars EC Larry Crowe

December 18 - 19, 2010 - GA posted 10/15

Heart Of Georgia West RR

Richand Georgia to Omaha Georgia Workdays.
Saturday from Richland to Union workday . Leave at 8:00 AM return to Richand at 5:00 PM.
Sunday from Richland to Union workday, Leave at 8:00 AM return to Richland at 4:00 PM. . $25.00 each car. Limit of 7 cars Click HERE for more details and maps. EC Larry Crowe, EC in training Will Thompson EC Dave Ferro

December 31, 2010 - KS posted 12/04

South Kansas & Oklahoma RR

8th Annual New Years Eve and Day Motorcar Trip This year we will meet at Carona, KS at 4 pm Friday December 31st to set our motorcars on the track for our nights adventure on the rails. The museum will be open so if you come early there and look around please do so. Our exact trip and direction will be a mystery until very close to the meet date. . Like last year we will return at 9 am on the 1st to have a second round trip with return around 1 pm. Our New Years Eve Meal will be potluck as in years past. Please bring a favorite dish or two to share with your fellow brave participants. For more information contact Mark Springer

Excursions Held On A Monthly or Bi-Monthly Basis

February 1, 2010 - January 31, 2011 - PA posted 01/14

Stewartstown Railroad

The Northern Central Railcar Association is offering to NARCOA members, Excursions on the Stewartstown Railroad from New Freedom, Pa to Stewartstown, Pa. on various dates between February 1, 2010 thru January 31, 2011 Call Dean L. Grote Excursion Coordinator at 717-637-7647 for details.

February 1, 2010 - January 31, 2011 - PA posted 01/14

Northern Central Railroad

The Northern Central Railcar Association is offering to NARCOA members, excursions on the Northern Central Railroad from New Freedom, PA to York, PA, on various dates between February 1, 2010 through January 31, 2011. Call Dean L. Grote Excursion Coordinator at 717-637-7647 oor details.

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