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Please note that virtually all of these events require operators to be qualified by NARCOA and to have valid NARCOA insurance in force. Some of the NARCOA affiliates require membership in their respective organizations. In some cases there are special qualification, equipment and clothing requirements. See respective websites for details. Non-NARCOA events are so noted.
In order to make it easier to pick out newly added events, they will be displayed in BLUE type for a few weeks after they have been added.
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5/17/2008 - 5/18/2008 Saturday - Sunday 2-Day Event |
Columbus and Greenville RR - Luxapalila Valley RR - Greenville Port Authority RR (Mississippi/Alabama) On Saturday, we'll travel the Mississippi countryside from Greenwood to Greenville. 110 miles RT. Our day will cover 100 miles r/t on a combination of the Columbus and Greenville Railroad and the Greenville Port Authority Railroad. We cross the Mississippi Delta on top of one of the great Mississippi Levys overlooking Greenville. Saturday's set-on location is Moorehead, the origin of W.C. Handy’s first Blues song, “ Where the Southern Crosses the Dawg.” This is our first trip on these beautiful railroads. On Sunday, we'll run from Belk, AL to Steens, MS, 52 miles RT. Sunday's run will be down through the beautiful Luxapalila Valley, following the winding Luxapalila River. We will depart from Kennedy, AL. 12/20 This ride is limited to 35 cars. Equipment Restrictions/Requirements: All operators and passengers must wear a safety vest/shirt while on railroad property. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional information: There is plenty of parking for your autos, truck, trailers, and RVs. A mobile VHF radio is strongly encouraged. No refunds after April 17, 2008 unless there is another car from the waiting list to take your place. Please make checks out to Please make your checks out to Atlanta Railcar Transportation LLC, and mail to Bobby at the address below. A confirmation letter will follow receipt of your check. The price of the trip is $150.
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5/23/2008 - 5/29/2008 Friday - Thursday 7-Day Event |
Vermont Rail and Maine, Montreal & Atlantic (Vermont/Maine/Quebec) We plan to travel from White River Junction to Newport, VT, Sherbrooke, QC and to Jackman, ME. Six days running and five overnight stays. Six border crossings, Passports not required. DETAILS TO FOLLOW
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5/23/2008 - 5/24/2008 Friday - Saturday 2-Day Event |
Amador Foothill Railroad (California) Join us for the two-day Ione Railfair and Vintage Motorfest. Participants will run about 100 miles on five roundtrip excursions, which will include a Saturday night sunset run. The Railfair will include displays of Antique equipment from the California State Railroad Museum and the RRC. Also , there will be displays of antique agricultural equipment, an operating miniature Railroad,an antique bus and a Concord Stagecoach. 03-16 We will set on at Ione. The event is sponsored by Motorcar Operators West and the Recreational Railroad Coalition. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional information: Early registration will be appreciated. Seton will begin at 3:00 pm Friday the 23rd. There is RV parking available on site at $10 per vehicle. The price of the trip is $55.
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5/24/2008 - 5/26/2008 Saturday - Monday 3-Day Event |
Camas Prairie Railroad (Idaho) This year both railroads insist that all motorcars and hyrails be capable of turning at the end of each leg of the excursion. Neither railroad wants any equipment operating in an extended reverse movement and because of this, cars that cannot be turned will not be allowed to participate. Also this year 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.
Packets with itinerary, motels, restaurants, camping spots and maps will be mailed after payment is received. As before, Lewis Clark State College is hosting the NAIA college baseball world series the same weekend. Once the field is set, the teams and fans will start to reserve rooms in Lewiston. Usually by the first of May, all available rooms are booked for this weekend.
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5/24/2008 Saturday 1-Day Event |
Iowa River Railroad (Iowa) You'll want to ride on this ex-M&StL line which runs from Marshalltown to Steamboat Rock, and north past the ethanol plant towards Ackley. Mileage depends on how far we can ride. We plan on possibly making two round trips. 01-13 We will set on at Eldora, about 2 blocks north of the Hwy 175 crossing. at 7:00 am. Departure is scheduled for 8:00 am. Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 70 miles. The event is sponsored by First Iowa division. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional information: Motels in Eldora are the Village Motel (641-939-3441) and the Eldora Motel (641-939-2232). Both of these motels are small and family-owned so there is a limited number of rooms at each so make your reservations early. The price of the trip is $45. Event Coordinator: Dave Pratt at 515 674-3803
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5/24/2008 - 5/26/2008 Saturday - Monday 3-Day Event |
Leadville, Colorado & Southern (Colorado) You're invited for the railroad's three day Opening Weekend Celebration. This excursion starts in Leaville, CO and continues up above tree line at 11,000 feet. We travel near Freemont Pass and the worlds largest Molybdenum mine at Climax. Come ride with us on the old Colorado & Southern roadbed and experience the life above 10,000 feet. Cost: $100 per motorcar. Lodging and food are on your own. 02-08 Equipment Restrictions/Requirements: Forest Service approved spark arrestors REQUIRED. The event is sponsored by Rocky Mountain Division. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional information: This can be a demanding climate. Please be aware of "Mountain (altitude) sickness". This can affect folks who are coming from "Down Below". Weather changes can happen very quickly here also. Please be prepared. The price of the trip is $100. Price does not include Lodging and meals, which are on your own.
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5/24/2008 Saturday 1-Day Event |
Denver & Rio Grande Railway Historic Foundation, Creede Branch (Colorado) The Rocky Mountain Division will be hosting a spring tune up run on the Creede Branch which extends from South Fork to Creede. Details to follow.
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5/28/2008 - 5/30/2008 Wednesday - Friday 3-Day Event |
Main Central Mt. Div.; Conway Scenic; Mt. Washington Cog Railway (New Hampshire) The NERCA Spring Motor Car Meet is set to coincide with the annual Hobo Motorcar Weekend. We will be touring NH on two motorcar runs and a great group trip. There is also the possibility of a Tuesday run, but this will not be known till mid May. On the 28th, we will travel the old Maine Central Mountain Division from Redstone to Sebago Lake. This line has been out of service for over twenty years. It looks like plans are underway to put it back in service in the next few years. There is a few paved over crossings but all is passable. And added event will be a stop at a railroad museum on the way. RT mileage is about 80 miles. No “A” cars or hy-rails allowed because of track conditions. On the 29th, it's the Conway Scenic Railroad, one of the most beautiful railroads in the country. We'll thru Crawford Notch, the Willey House and Frankenstein Trestle. The scenic journey will over beautiful views of the White Mountains, the Presidential Range and Mt Washington. RT Mileage is about 88 miles. Then on the 30th - “The Railroad to the Moon……” With many requests from people running the Conway Scenic excursions, we have worked a special deal with the Mt. Washington Cog Railway. Established over 100 years ago, this is the oldest cog railroad in the world, and still runs on coal. The 37.4% grade offers no match for the best motorcars. We will be passengers for this 2 ˝ trip. This will over plenty of time to get to the Hobo for the Friday chicken barbeque. 04-01 NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional information: May 28/29th 175.00 per car, May 30, The Cog 32.50 per person. Please remit to Warren at the address below. Accommodation pack will be sent upon receipt of reservation.
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5/30/2008 - 6/1/2008 Friday - Sunday 3-Day Event |
Hobo Railroad (New Hampshire) This is the 20th Anniversary Hobo Railroad Track Car Meet 2 day run over the Hobo and Winnipesauke Scenic Railroads May 30, 31 and June 1, 2008. This is the oldest continuous track car meet in the United States. Participants will travel approximately 95 round-trip miles between Lincoln and Weirs Beach on Saturday, and approximately 50 miles round-trip on Sunday between Tiltonand Weirs Beach. This event is open to all operators. 01-13> Equipment Restrictions/Requirements: Every crew member is required to wear a safety vest. All cars will be inspected each day. Additional club requirements: the Hobo Railroad Timetable, State of New Hampshire Operating Rules, and NORAC rules apply The price of the trip is $75. Price includes one car, operator and crew member, and does not include meals, shirts, vests, hotel, and fees for additional crew members. Event Coordinator: Paul G. Yorkis
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5/31/2008 Saturday 1-Day Event |
Coopersville and Marne Railway (Michigan) Two trips to Grand Rapids are planned, with a pizza buffet for a late lunch between runs. 05-01 We will set on at Coopersville at 8:30 am. Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 56 miles. This ride is limited to 25 cars. The event is sponsored by Great Lakes Rail Cars. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional information: Make checks payable to Great Lakes Railcars The price of the trip is $50. Price includes pizza buffet.
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5/31/2008 - 6/1/2008 Saturday - Sunday 2-Day Event |
McCloud River Railroad - canceled due to heavy snow (California) McCloud to Burnery and return on Saturday. McCloud to Mt Shasta City and return on Sunday. Route will take you through beautiful scenery on an authentic logging railroad. There are many views of Mt. Shasta and vicinity. 03-25 We will set on at McCloud, May 30th at 3:00 p.m.. Departure is scheduled for 8:00 a.m.. Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 156 miles. This ride is limited to 25 cars. Hyrails permitted with the following restrictions: Must meet current FRA standards Equipment Restrictions/Requirements: Mobile railroad recommended The event is sponsored by Southwest Railcar Limited (SWRC). NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional club requirements: Operator does not need to be SWRC member Additional information: Operators must have current NARCOA rulebook certification and 2008 NARCOA liability insurance. The price of the trip is $185. Price includes Run Fee only, and does not include Fuel or food . Event Coordinator: Tom Phair
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5/31/2008 Saturday 1-Day Event |
Blue Ridge Scenic Railroad (Georgia) We will travel from Blue Ridge to Talking Rock, with a picnic lunch in Talking Rock. We will set on at Blue Ridge south of the Fire Station at 8:00 am. Departure is scheduled for 9:00 am. Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 55 miles. Equipment Restrictions/Requirements: Do not set on until permission is given by EC. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional information: Price: $5.00 per car active Blue Ridge Scenic Railroad Volunteers. All others $10.00 per car. Event Coordinator: Scottie Wershing (828) 644-5204, Ron Long (706) 632-9736.
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5/31/2008 Saturday 1-Day Event |
California Northern Railroad (California) May 31, 2008 - CA posted 04/10 California Northern RR This is the annual Tracy to Los Banos Woolgrowers/Apricot Festival run. Since the tracks in Los Banos end about 3 miles away from the Woolgrowers we have made arrangements for transportation to the Woolgrowers and back. We need a 20 car minimum to make this run happen. Deadline for signing up is May 22. This run is being held in conjunction with MOW's Sierra run on Sunday, June 1 coordinated by Chris Ogilvie. For info on the Sierra run, please see the MOW website. This is a nice opportunity to run on two fantastic railroads without spending a fortune in gas. So please sign up! The event is sponsored by Pacific Railcar Operators. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional information: Please make your check payable to PRO and mail it to Steve at the address below. One check is fine for both the run and lunch. Please include a self-addressed, stamped envelope with 58 cents postage. The price of the trip is $120. Price does not include The cost for lunch at the Woolgrowers, which is $17.00 per person.
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6/1/2008 Sunday 1-Day Event |
Sierra Railroad (California) Join us for the perfect way to enjoy the California Foothills on the rails of the Sierra RR. This year we will go as the hills turn golden.We will set-on in Oakdale and travel out of the valley into the Gold Country to Jamestown. In Jamestown we will stop for lunch and a visit to the CSRM Railtown 1897 museum with its spectacular roundhouse. Lunch is either picnic (bring your own) on the grounds of the museum, or walk into Jamestown to one of the restaurants there. We will return to Oakdale in the afternoon. As a special treat, this run will be in conjunction with Steve Paluso’s Saturday May 31st PRO Woolgrowers run to Los Banos on the California Northern. So, make it a weekend of pure speeder pleasure and sign up for both runs! 4-6 The event is sponsored by Motorcar Operators West. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional information: Please send your check made out to Motorcar Operators West, include current NARCOA numbers and a LSASE envelope before May 21st to the contact below. there is a 20 car minimum on this trip. Motel information: Best Western Rama Inn, 1450 East F St. Oakdale (209)845-2500 Holiday Inn Express, 828 East F St., Oakdale (209)847-9121 Holiday Motel, 950 East F St.,Oakdale (209)847-7023 Jerry’s Motel, 623 East F St., Oakdale (209)847-0206 The price of the trip is $140.
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6/6/2008 - 6/8/2008 Friday - Sunday 3-Day Event |
East Troy Electric Railroad (Wisconsin) this is a 3-day run over the East Troy Electric Railroad on June 6-7-8, 2008. Participants will travel approximately 13 round-trip miles between East Troy and Mukwonago several times during this event. We will have a Friday and Saturday night run and we will be giving public rides on both Saturday and Sunday. Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 78 miles. This ride is limited to 20 cars. Additional club requirements: insurance provided by the East Troy Trolley Museum and all NARCOA rules will apply. Additional information: There are no fees for those attending, however all operators must be museum members at a cost of $35 for a single annual membership.
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6/7/2008 Saturday 1-Day Event |
Lycoming Valley Railroad (Pennsylvania) Ride the Lycoming Valley Railroad from Williamsport to Muncy and Avis. This is former Reading and New York Central trackage. 02-08 Equipment Restrictions/Requirements: Hard soled shoes required, no sneakers or sandals. Children must be closely supervised at all times. The event is sponsored by Central Pennsylvania Excursions. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional information: All CPE rides are rain or shine. No cancellations due to weather. Send check to the coordinator below. The price of the trip is $70. Event Coordinator: Larry Maynard
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6/7/2008 - 6/18/2008 Saturday - Wednesday 12-Day Event |
Alaska Railroad (Alaska) Anchorage to Seward to Denali National Park, Fairbanks and return.
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6/8/2008 Sunday 1-Day Event |
Union County Industrial Railroad (Pennsylvania) Don't miss this run on the Union County Industrial Railroad. THE TRACK FROM LEWISBURG TO MIFFLINBURG HAS BEEN LISTED FOR ABANDONMENT AND MAY BE TORN UP BY JUNE. THIS MAY BE THE CHANCE TO RIDE ON THIS 10 MILES OF TRACK. We'll Ride the railroad from New Columbia to Winfield, Mifflinburg and back. This is former Reading and Pennsylvania Railroad trackage. 02-08 Equipment Restrictions/Requirements: Hard soled shoes required, no sneakers or sandals. Children must be closely supervised at all times. The event is sponsored by Central Pennsylvania Excursions. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional information: All CPE rides are rain or shine. No cancellations due to weather. Send your check to the coordinator listed below. The price of the trip is $30. Event Coordinator: Larry Maynard
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6/10/2008 - 6/16/2008 Tuesday - Monday 7-Day Event |
PRO Big Sky Adventure II 2008 (Montana) We’ll run over five branches of three unique railroads in Montana's Big Sky Country, Montana Rail Link, Butte, Anaconda & Pacific (Rarus), and Central Montana Rail Inc.
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6/13/2008 - 6/17/2008 Friday - Tuesday 5-Day Event |
First Iowa Division , June Tour (First Section) (Colorado) The two tour sections are set up as separate packages so you can choose either or both. June 13 - San Luis & Rio Grande Railroad - Alamosa to Monte Vista & San Luis Central Railroad - Monte Vista to Center. This ride will be a late afternoon and evening trip. Total miles for this run will be 66 miles.
June 18 & 19 are reserved as travel days for those participating in the Idaho/Washington Tour (below).
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6/14/2008 - 6/15/2008 Saturday - Sunday 2-Day Event |
Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum/Chesapeake and Indiana Railroad (Indiana) We will be giving public train rides during the North Judson Mint Festival Days. Operators who participate with the festival will be asked to give rides to the general public on Satuirday and/or Sunday. Set on: 7:00 to 9:00am (CENTRAL TIME). Exact schedule for rides will be sent as time approaches. Operators will have a private late afternoon run to LaCrosse or Malden on Saturday, and a possible LaCrosse run on Sunday morning if schedule permits. NO CHARGE. All cars have the option of being stored in the engine house on Friday & Saturday nights. This ride is limited to 20 cars. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional information: A-cars welcome and are accepted for private runs. HVRM insurance will cover public rides. Camping on grounds is permitted and Friday arrivals welcome. For registration and all extra information “hotels and restaurants” Please send Rule Book and Insurance number when registering.
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6/14/2008 Saturday 1-Day Event |
Minnesota Southern Railroad (Minnesota) We will travel east through Magnolia, Adrian, and Rushmore with a turn around at Agate Junction with the Union Pacific near Worthington. Upon our return to Luverne, we will stop for lunch on your own. 02-22 We will set on at Luverne at 6:30 am. Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 90 miles. The event is sponsored by First Iowa division. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional information: There is a Super 8 motel (507-283-9541) in and a Comfort Inn (800-228-5150), both in Luverne. The price of the trip is $30. Event Coordinator: Dave Pratt at 515 674-3803
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6/15/2008 Sunday 1-Day Event |
Great Smokey Mountains Railroad (North Carolina) We will make two runs over the Red Marble Gap Grade with one run going as far as Bryson City if time and train movements permit. On our first trip over the mountain, two cycle cars will be able to try their luck at mastering the 5+% grade if they like! 03-03 We will set on at Andrews. Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 60 miles. The event is sponsored by Tom Falicon, individual. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional information: Trip may be up to 90 r/trip miles. The price of the trip is $85.
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6/16/2008 - 6/20/2008 Monday - Friday 5-Day Event |
Canadian National Railway/Athabasca Northern Railway (Alberta) 1-30 Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 530 miles. This ride is limited to 25 cars. Equipment Restrictions/Requirements: All participants must have and wear CN required safety gear, including steel toed boots, hard hats, safety glasses and hy-vis vests. The event is sponsored by North Central Railcars, Ltd.. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional information: Price quoted above is US Dollars. Canadian Dollars $900. Registration materials, complete details, itinerary, and maps will be sent when pricing details are confirmed. Due to hotel contractual commitments, registration deadline is April 15, 2008. The price of the trip is $1,000. Price includes the railroad cost, overnight hotel accommodations for 4 nights (2 in Lac La Biche, 2 in Fort McMurray), ground transportation between the rail yard and hotel in Fort McMurray and other miscellaneous excursion costs.
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6/19/2008 - 6/20/2008 Thursday - Friday 2-Day Event |
Leadville, Colorado & Southern (Colorado) When it's hot down below, head to the top of the Rockies! We'll begin this excursion in Leadville and head up above tree line at 11,000 feet. We'll travel near Freemont Pass and the world's largest Molybdenum mine at Climax. Come ride with us on the old Colorado & Southern roadbed and experience the life above 10,000 feet. 02-08 Equipment Restrictions/Requirements: Forest Service approved spark arrestors REQUIRED. The event is sponsored by Rocky Mountain Division. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional information: This can be a demanding climate to be in. Please be aware of "Mountain (altitude) sickness". This can effect folks who are coming from "Down Below". Weather changes can happen very quickly here also. Please be prepared. The price of the trip is $65. Price does not include Lodging and food, which are on your own.
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6/20/2008 - 6/30/2008 Friday - Monday 11-Day Event |
First Iowa Division, June Tour (Second Section) (Idaho/Washington) The two tour sections are set up as separate packages so you can choose either or both. June 20 - 22 - Camas Prairie (Now Bountiful Grain & Craig Mountain Railroad) - Lewiston, Idaho We will start this trip with a night run beginning at Lapwai which is east of Lewiston. This ride is 26 miles round trip. Day 2 will also begin at Lapwai and will consist of a 104 mile round trip to Kamiah and return. The third day will begin at Craigmont and travel down the mountain to Culdesac and return uphill back to Craigmont. This line has tunnels and high bridges including Half Moon Trestle. Mileage is about 40 miles round trip and we may be able to make this run twice if time permits.
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6/21/2008 Saturday 1-Day Event |
Blue Ridge Scenic Railroad (Georgia) We will run Blue Ridge to Ellijay with a supper stop in Ellijay. We will set on at Blue Ridge at the Fire Station at 4:00 pm. Departure is scheduled for 5:00 pm. Equipment Restrictions/Requirements: Do not set on until permission is given by EC. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional information: Price: $5.00 per car active Blue Ridge Scenic Railroad Volunteers. All others $10.00 per car. Event Coordinator: Scottie Wershing (828) 644-5204, Ron Long (706) 632-9736.
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6/21/2008 - 6/22/2008 Saturday - Sunday 2-Day Event |
West Virginia Central Railroad (West Virginia) A.R.E. Appalachian Rail Excursions is pleased to announce a motorcar run on the West Virginia Central in Elkins West Virginia for June 21-22, 2008. 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 Elkins West Virginia at the former Western Maryland Depot and travel south to The Big Cut. At Spruce we will turn and switch to Cass Scenic Railroad's Spruce connector. We will travel the 1.5 mile track to Old Spruce where we will meet Cass Railroad's Bald Knob Train. This is approximately 120 round trip miles. The cars will remain on the tracks at the Western Maryland Depot with a security guard watching them. On Sunday we will travel north to Belington and onto Tygart Junction where the WVC interchanges with P&LRR (formerly CSX's Cowin Sub). At Belington you can check out the West Virginia Centrals equipment. Sunday's run is 60 round trip miles with a possibility of 20 additional miles.
Set on will be at the Western Maryland Depot starting on Friday afternoon and evening. More details coming.
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6/21/2008 Saturday 1-Day Event |
Ozark Valley Railroad (Missouri) Come join us for this scenic railroad in Missouri. We will run Fulton to Mexico and return in the morning, and following a lunch break in Fulton we'll do it again for a grand total of 84 miles for the day. One of the attractions on this line is the 125' trestle over Auxvasse Creek.
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6/23/2008 - 6/27/2008 Monday - Friday 5-Day Event |
Great Western Railway (Saskatchewan) This Five day motor car excursion will travel through the rolling hills of southern Saskatchewan. The trip will follow the CN/ANY excursion in Alberta and includes some new GWR mileage. We'll run between Assiniboia and Ogema (the former Red Coat Road and Rail), Assiniboia and Coronach(ex-CP Fife Lake Sub) and between Assiniboia and Consul. 01-18 Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 600 miles. This ride is limited to 25 cars. The event is sponsored by North Central Railcars, Ltd.. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional information: Price above is US Dollars. Canadian Dollars price is $325. For those interested in making the trip, please contact the excursion coordinator for a list of potential hotels. Lodging is limited, so please reserve rooms early if you plan to attend. Registration materials and complete trip details, itinerary, and maps will be sent upon receipt of the excursion fee. To register, send a check for $325 (CDN) or $350.00 (USD) (payable to North Central Railcars) to the coordinator. The price of the trip is $350. Price includes railroad fee and miscellaneour excursion costs, and does not include Lodging. Participants will need to make their own lodging arrangements in Assiniboia (June 22, 23 & 24) and Shaunavon, SK (June 25 & 26).
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6/26/2008 - 6/29/2008 Thursday - Sunday 4-Day Event |
Oregon Pacific Railroad (Oregon) The OPRR is inviting experienced speeder operators to run in conjunction with the SP&S 700 for the "Steaming Through History" weekend fund raiser for the Pacific Railroad Preservation Association offering rides to the public on speeders and the steam train. While the steam train will be taking passengers once every two hours, we have the opportunity to run along the Willamette River 2-3 times in the same time period taking passengers in our motorcars. The Railroad will be hosting this event free to speeder operators for four days, Thursday June 26th through Sunday June 29th. You are more than welcome to operate from one to all four days. Safety inspection will be required before being allowed to operate. 05-01 This ride is limited to 12 cars. Additional club requirements: Insurance will be provided by the OPRR for the duration of the event. Additional information: We are limited to 12 speeders due to the storage length of the station siding, so please reserve your space today. This event will require either speeders have turntables or the capability of operating in reverse *SAFELY* and comfortably as we will not be able to use crossings or the passenger loading area to manually turn cars.Saturday June 7th, we will be holding a "clean-up day" along the same right-of-way. We will be picking up miscellaneous trash and garbage to make the 4 day event sparkle.
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6/27/2008 - 7/12/2008 Friday - Saturday 16-Day Event |
Pacific Northwest Tour (British Columbia/Oregon/Idaho)
You'll enjoy verdant valleys, massive mountains and relaid rail. This tour covers nine railroads in the Pacific Northwest: The Kelowna Pacific Railway from Vernon, BC,June 27th through the 29th; The Okanagan Valley Railway. also from Vernon, on June 28th; Then the Kootenay Valley Railway from Nelson, BC on July 1st and 4th; and the Canadian Pacific Railway on July 2nd and 3rd. Then we cross the border to ride the Idaho Northern RR and Wallowa Union RR out of La Grande, OR on July 6th & 8th; we travel the Idaho Northern RR from Fruitland, ID on July 9th and 10th; We finish the tour on the Modoc Northern RR out of Lakeview, OR on July 12th.
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7/4/2008 - 7/6/2008 Friday - Sunday 3-Day Event |
Petersburg West Virginia Rail Show (West Virginia) 03-15 The event is sponsored by Appalachian Rail Excursions, LLC. NARCOA insurance and rules apply.
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7/4/2008 Friday 1-Day Event |
San Luis & Rio Grande RR (LaVeta Pass) (Colorado) This is our July 4th BBQ run. Set-on at LaVeta and travel over the pass to Blanca, Co a distance of 42 miles. BBQ and meet with SLRG passenger train at Fir. Return to LaVeta the same day. 12-16 Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 84 miles. This ride is limited to 25 cars. Equipment Restrictions/Requirements: Sweeps, wheel chocks, spark arrestors will be required. The event is sponsored by Rocky Mountain Division. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. The price of the trip is $125. Event Coordinator: Jon Keeling
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7/5/2008 - 7/6/2008 Saturday - Sunday 2-Day Event |
Denver & Rio Grande Railway Historic Foundation, Creede Branch (Colorado) We'll travel from South Fork to Creede, a distance of 23 miles, then return to South Fork. The run will be the same on both days. This will coincide with the Creede Colorado “Days of ‘92” mining events and celebration. 12-20 We will set on at South Fork, CO. This ride is limited to 25 cars. Equipment Restrictions/Requirements: Spark arrestors will be required. The event is sponsored by Rocky Mountain Division. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional information: Cost: $125.00 per speeder for one day, $200 for both days. Event Coordinator: Jon Keeling
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7/11/2008 - 7/13/2008 Friday - Sunday 3-Day Event |
Washington & Idaho Railroad (Idaho) This is the WI&M / P&L branch excursion on Friday, July 11 and Sunday, July 13, 2008 on the Washington and Idaho Railroad. The set on point will be at the depot in On Friday, we will travel from Potlatch to Palouse on the former WI&M railroad and then from Palouse on the former Palouse and Lewiston branch of the Northern Pacific Railroad to Marshall and return, a total of 138 miles. Sunday's trip will again travel from Potlatch to Palouse and then we will turn our cars and go to the end of the track near Moscow, Idaho and return for a total of 74 miles. On Saturday, operators will have the opportunity to participate in the Potlatch Depot Days benefit at no additional charge. 05-01 We will set on at Potlatch depot. Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 212 miles. This ride is limited to 30 cars. Equipment Restrictions/Requirements: spark arrestors and mechanically sound motorcars with all the specified NARCOA equipment is required. The event is sponsored by Pacific Railcar Operators. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional information: no refunds will be issued after July 7th, 2008. Make checks payable to Pacific Railcar Operators. Packets with itinerary, motels, camping spots and maps will be mailed after payment is received. The price of the trip is $125.
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7/11/2008 - 7/13/2008 Friday - Sunday 3-Day Event |
Delaware & Ulster Railroad (New York) Our annual trip to Arkville will be broken into two sections. One group for PUTT-PUTTS and one group for motorcars that are not so historic and fun to operate. This is the annual trip were we go up the mountain and then back down the mountain.
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7/12/2008 - 7/13/2008 Saturday - Sunday 2-Day Event |
McCloud River Railroad (California) McCloud to Burney and return on Saturday McCloud to Mt Shasta City and return on Sunday. Route will take you through beautiful scenery on an authentic logging railroad. There are many views of Mt. Shasta and vicinity. 03-25 We will set on at McCloud, July 11th at 3:00 p.m.. Departure is scheduled for 8:00 a.m.. Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 156 miles. This ride is limited to 25 cars. Hyrails permitted with the following restrictions: Must meet current FRA standards Equipment Restrictions/Requirements: Mobile railroad radio recommended The event is sponsored by Southwest Railcar Limited (SWRC). NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional club requirements: Operator does not need to be SWRC member Additional information: Operators must have current NARCOA rulebook certification and 2008 NARCOA liability insurance. The price of the trip is $185. Price includes Run Fee only, and does not include Fuel or food. Event Coordinator: Tom Phair
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7/12/2008 Saturday 1-Day Event |
Washington & Idaho Railroad (Potlatch Depot Days) (Idaho) This is the fifth annual "Potlatch Depot Days" Benefit at Potlatch, ID. This will be held in association with a PRO excursion over the remainder of the W&I (former NP P&L) on Friday and Sunday, July 11th and 13th. That excursion is listed separately. Saturday participants will be asked to give rides to Potlatch Depot Days participants over eight miles of track. Profits go to the Washington, Idaho & Montana Ry Historical Society and its continuing efforts to restore the Potlatch depot. There will be no charge for participating in Saturday's event, but please notify the coordinator if you are attending. Information letters will be sent with lodging and set on information on receipt of your notification. Equipment Restrictions/Requirements: Spark arrestors are required. The event is sponsored by Pacific Railcar Operators (PRO). NARCOA insurance and rules apply.
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7/19/2008 Saturday 1-Day Event |
Whitewater Valley Railroad (Indiana) Participants will travel between Connersville and Metamora along the remains of the Whitewater Canal. We will set on at Connersville, south of the WVRR shops. at 7:30 am. Departure is scheduled for 8:45 AM. Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 60 miles. The event is sponsored by Great Lakes Rail Cars. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. The price of the trip is $55.
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7/19/2008 Saturday 1-Day Event |
Appanoose County Railroad (Iowa) We will travel 35 miles north to Albia on parts of the ex-Rock Island Golden State Route, ex-Burlington, and the ex-Wabash line to Des Moines. This line also crosses the IC&E Kansas City - Quad Cities mainline. 01-14 We will set on at Centerville, just south of the water tower in the southeast part of town at 6:30 am. Departure is scheduled for 8:00 am. The event is sponsored by First Iowa division. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional information: Motels are the Super 8 (800-800-8000) and Motel 60 (800-437-7271). The price of the trip is $35. Event Coordinator: Dave Pratt at 515 674-3803
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7/19/2008 Saturday 1-Day Event |
New York Susquehanna & Western Railway (Utica Branch) (New York) Participants will travel between Sherburne and Utica. We will be stopping at convenient locations for bathroom breaks and a portable bathroom may be available. We will also stop at a convenient location for lunch on your own. 04-05 Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 84 miles. This ride is limited to 40 cars. Equipment Restrictions/Requirements: Operators and riders under 18 are not permitted by the railroad. This is a non-mentoring run. The event is sponsored by Volunteer Railroaders Association. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional information: You can also sign up and pay for the trip with a major credit card via our website, click on the link below The price of the trip is $80. Event Coordinator: Steve Weiss
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7/20/2008 Sunday 1-Day Event |
Cooperstown & Charlotte Valley Railroad (New York) Participants will travel between Cooperstown Junction and Cooperstown. Lunch will be on your own in downtown Cooperstown. Ample time will be provided for a lunch break and a visit to the Baseball Hall of Fame. We will be stopping at convenient locations for bathroom breaks. Operators and riders under 18 are welcomed by the railroad. 04-05 Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 30 miles. This ride is limited to 20 cars. The event is sponsored by Volunteer Railroaders Association. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional information: Mentoring will be permitted on this run via pre-arrangement. You can also sign up and pay for the trip with a major credit card via our website, click on the link below. The price of the trip is $30. Price includes the railroad's per car fee. Event Coordinator: Christopher Vitz and Steve Weiss
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7/20/2008 Sunday 1-Day Event |
Indiana Transportation Museum (Indiana) We will attempt to reach the Indiana State Fairgrounds in Indianapolis and later head north to Tipton for Lunch. We will set on at Noblesville at the Indiana Ductile Foundry on 8th St. at 8:00 am. Departure is scheduled for 9:00 am. Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 65 miles. The event is sponsored by Great Lakes Rail Cars. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. The price of the trip is $35.
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7/26/2008 - 7/27/2008 Saturday - Sunday 2-Day Event |
North Shore and Shamoken Valley Railroads (Pennsylvania) This is a Central Pennsylvania Weekend event! On Saturday, July 26th, we'll ride the North Shore Railroad from Northumberland to Berwick and back, 86 r/trip miles. This is former Erie Lackawanna trackage. Sunday, the 27th we travel on ride the Shamokin Valley Railroad from Sunbury to Mt. Carmel Junction and back, 50 r/trip miles on former Reading and Pennsylvania Railroad trackage. Saturday night we'll enjoy dinner and a tour of the Central PA Chapter NRHS White Deer Train Station, with $10 of the registration fee donated to the chapter. Sunday, we'll tour the Lower Anthracite model railroad while in Shamokin. 02-08 Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 136 miles. Equipment Restrictions/Requirements: Hard soled shoes required, no sneakers or sandals. Children must be closely supervised at all times. The event is sponsored by Central Pennsylvania Excursions. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional information: All CPE rides are rain or shine. No cancellations due to weather. Send your check to the coordinator listed below. The price of the trip is $70. Event Coordinator: Larry Maynard
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7/26/2008 - 7/27/2008 Saturday - Sunday 2-Day Event |
Upper Hudson Railroad (New York) We have not done this in six years but our applications are in for this 'in the woods' run north of Albany Lunch stop Saturday will be at a dude ranch. If you were with us before, we went to the mine but this year will be going almost south to Saratoga Springs.
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7/26/2008 Saturday 1-Day Event |
Iowa River Railroad (Iowa) Ride this ex-M&StL line from Marshalltown to Steamboat Rock, Iowa and north past the ethanol plant towards Ackley. We plan on possibly riding the line twice if time permits. This trip is in conjunction with the Pine Lake Festival. 05-10 We will set on at about 2 blocks north of the Hwy 175 crossing. at 7:00 am. Departure is scheduled for 9:00 am. Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 70 miles. The event is sponsored by First Iowa division. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional information: Motels in Eldora are booked full at this time due to the Pine Lake Festival. The price of the trip is $45.
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7/28/2008 - 7/31/2008 Monday - Thursday 4-Day Event |
Algoma Central Ry (Ontario) This excursion will cover the entire ACR line from Sault Ste. Marie to Hearst, Ontario. We'll travel over towering trestles, alongside pristine northern lakes and rivers, and through the awesome granite rock formations and the mixed forests of the Canadian Shield. The trip will start from the ACR Steelton Yard in Sault Ste. Marie and overnight in Wawa and Hearst during the four day trip. 03-05 We will set on at Steelton Yeard, Sault Ste. Marie, ON. Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 585 miles. The event is sponsored by Great Lakes Railcars. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional club requirements: Great Lakes Railcar rules will also apply. Additional information: Complete Registration Package with all details will be sent upon receipt of the excursion fee. To register, send a check for $1350 (Payable to Great Lakes Railcars) to the coordinator below. The price of the trip is $1,350. Price includes railroad fees, overnight accommodations (3 nights) in Wawa and Hearst, bus transportation between Hawk Junction and hotel in Wawa, box lunch for 3 days (Tues., Wed., Thurs) and motorcar fuel.
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8/2/2008 Saturday 1-Day Event |
South Branch Valley Railroad (West Virginia) Ride the South Branch through the scenic Potomic River Valley of West Virginig. We'll travel from historic Petersburg north Greensprings and return. We will ride through the famous "Trough," a fabulous river gorge where we'll probably see bald eagles. We will meet the Potomac Eagle Scenic Train and stop along the way at Romney for a break at the Wapacomo Station. 02-05 We will set on at Petersburgh. Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 102 miles. This ride is limited to 40 cars. Equipment Restrictions/Requirements: A.R.E. requires over the ankle hard soled shoes(work boots) at all times while on RR property. The event is sponsored by Appalachian Rail Excursions, LLC. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. The price of the trip is $65.
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8/3/2008 Sunday 1-Day Event |
Western Maryland Scenic (Maryland) Western Maryland Scenic Railroad--Sunday-August 3, 2008 Join us in August 2008 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 August 2. 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. An application can be downloaded from our web site. NARCOA insurance and rules apply.
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8/16/2008 - 8/17/2008 Saturday - Sunday 2-Day Event |
Finger Lakes Railway (New York) As always, the Finger Lakes is going to be of those runs that we try to make a little different each year and this year is no exception. For the past two years we have offered night runs to the old Army Base in Kandaia. And we have had request to see what it looks like during the day. Saturday morning you will have your wish. And in late morning we will head for Cayuga Lake and the same BBQ as last year. Well venture out to Auburn and back for a rest in Geneva before our ‘night run’ to the Army Base. Sunday, we will run from Geneva to Victor on the new track that the Finger Lakes started operating last year from the Ontario Central to Victor, NY. Included will be a box lunch from the BBQ caterer. I will have to pass on vote for which is better, the food or the railroad. You be the judge. RT miles is 65 on Saturday an 40 on Sunday. Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 105 miles. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. The price of the trip is $175. Price includes The BBQ and the box lunches for Sunday.
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8/16/2008 - 8/17/2008 Saturday - Sunday 2-Day Event |
Leadville, Colorado & Southern (Colorado) When it's hot down below, head to the top of the Rockies! This excursion starts in Leadville and continues up above tree line at 11,000 feet. We'll travel near Freemont Pass and the world's largest Molybdenum mine at Climax. 02-08 Equipment Restrictions/Requirements: Forest Service approved spark arrestors REQUIRED. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional information: This can be a demanding climate to be in. Please be aware of "Mountain (altitude) sickness". This can affect folks who are coming from "Down Below". Weather changes can happen very quickly here also. Please be prepared. The price of the trip is $65. Price does not include Food and lodging, which are on your own.
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8/18/2008 - 8/24/2008 Monday - Sunday 7-Day Event |
Combres & toltec and Durango & Silverton (Narrow Guage) (Colorado/New Mexico) 2008 NEW MEXICO/COLORADO 36" NARROW GAUGE TOUR on the C&TS, Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Narrow Gauge Railroad and the D&SNG, Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad in New Mexico and Colorado.
This is a 7 day motorcar excursion on the C&TS and D&SNG Narrow Gauge Railroads. Participants will travel approximately 325 miles on these two magnificent historic steam railroads between Chama, NM and Antonito, CO and between Silverton, CO and Rockwood, CO on the world famous "HIGH LINE". Starting at Chama, NM on Monday, August 18, 2008 and ending at Silverton, CO on Sunday, August 24, 2008.
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8/30/2008 Saturday 1-Day Event |
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