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Date	Event
10/22/2011 Saturday 1-Day Event	Capital Metro transportation (Texas) Join this fall run over the former SP Llano branch. This is a scenic stretch of tracks which parallels the Llano River and crosss the Colorado River on Lake LBJ. There will be abundant wildlife and open range vistas. Participants will travel from Llano through Kingsland to Scobey Spur. If time permits we will make a second trip to Kingsland. Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 54 miles.  Hyrails permitted with the following restrictions: Equipment Restrictions/Requirements: Mentoring by permission. The event is sponsored by Railroad partners, Inc.. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. The price of the trip is $40.  Contact:  Leland Stewart 10057 Palomino Canyon Converse, Texas 78109 Phone: 210 863–5397 E-Mail:  Website: Click Here
11/12/2011 Saturday 1-Day Event	Blacklands railroad (Texas) This is a one-day run on the Blacklands railroad, a former Missouri Pacific line. We will make at least two round-trip runs between Henderson and Overton, With a third possible if time permits. We will set on at Henderson.  Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 56 miles.  Hyrails permitted with the following restrictions: Equipment Restrictions/Requirements: Sturdy shoes and long pants required. No short certain issues. All cars must be preregistered prior to arrival. Mentoring by permission. The event is sponsored by Railroad partners, Inc.. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. The price of the trip is $20. Price includes All railroad fees. Event Coordinator: Leland Stuart Contact:  Myron Malone 5306 Kayway drive Greenville, Texas 75402 Phone: 903 – 454 – 8307 E-Mail:  Website: Click Here
11/13/2011 Sunday 1-Day Event	Blacklands Railroad (Texas) This is a one-day run on the Blacklands Railroad, which is a former cotton belt line. Will travel between Winfield and Commerce. We will set on at Winfield, Texas.  Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 125 miles.  Equipment Restrictions/Requirements: Sturdy shoes and long pants required. No shorts or 10 issues. All cars must be preregistered. Experienced operators only, mentoring by permission only. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. The price of the trip is $80.  Event Coordinator: Leland Stewart Contact:  Myron Malone 5306 Kayway, Drive Greenville, Texas 75402 Phone: 903 – 454 – 8307 E-Mail:  Website: Click Here
6/29/2013 Saturday 1-Day Event	Mohawk, Adirondack and Northern (New York) June, 29, 2013 1-day cost: $150. The price includes Railroad fees, and does not include meals and lodging. We suggest bringing lunches / food with you. There is a 35 car limit for this run. We need at least 22 cars 2 weeks before the scheduled date or the run will be annulled. This is a NARCOA insured excursion. All applicable NARCOA rules apply, as well as any others required by the railroad. Cars and paperwork will be checked/inspected, and those not up to standard may be refused permission to set-on. Safety meeting must be attended as well. This is a non-mentoring Run. Equipment Restrictions/Requirements: Safety Vests, Hard Soled Over Ankle Shoes. Hy-rails permitted; heavy cars with permission only. Cars must be able to be easily turned, and must be reliable. You must be able to maintain 25 MPH on this run. We may be interfacing with train traffic, so breakdowns cannot be afforded. Event Coordinator: Craig Hartman and Christopher Vitz. For further question, contact Craig Hartman, 34 North Road, Kinnelon, New Jersey 07405-2266 Phone: 973-838-3628 evening,    or E-mail: [email protected] The Mid-Atlantic Motorcar Association (MAMA) is pleased to announce a 1-day, approximately 85 mile run over the Mohawk Adirondack and Northern Railroad (New York) on June, 29, 2013. We will have a very early set-on (starting at 6:00AM), as we must leave by 8:00AM. We will head North from Utica, NY toward Lyon’s Falls, NY. As usual, NARCOA professionalism is expected and required on this run. Well behaved children over 10 years old permitted. Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 90 miles. This ride is limited to 35 cars. Hyrails permitted with the following restrictions: Must meet all NARCOA and FRA rquirement w/paperwork The event is sponsored by Mid Atlantic Motorcar Association. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional club requirements: Hard soled over ankle boots, safety vest Event Coordinator: Craig Hartman and Chris Vitz Contact:  Craig Hartman Phone: 973-838-3628 E-Mail:  Website: Click Here Click here for set-on site weather
9/20/2014 - 9/21/2014 Saturday - Sunday 2-Day Event	New Yorl Susquehanna and Western Syracuse Division (New York) CANCELLED - Due to RR problems - money will be refunded The event is sponsored by Mid Atlantic Motorcar Association. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Event Coordinator: Craig W. Hartman, Chris Vitz Contact:  Craig W. Hartman 34 North Road Kinnelon, New Jersey 07405 Phone: 973-838-3628 (eves) E-Mail:  Website: Click Here
5/22/2015 - 5/24/2015 Friday - Sunday 3-Day Event	Saratoga North Creek (New York) Saratoga and North Creek Saratoga and North Creek RR Out of North Creek, NY. Come join MAMA for our second year on this trip over the beautiful North Creek Railroad as we travel out of North Creek to the end of line. Friday Set On will begin approximately 12:00 PM with an afternoon run and night run possible, going South to Riparius. Saturdays run will leave when the railroad clears, and we will travel South to Saratoga Springs and turn for our trip back. Sunday's run is North over new trackage to the mine at Tahawus, where titanium and magnetite were mined, should be exciting to see this, it sure was last year. At this time, lunch is on your own, but stay tuned for updates.As Monday is a Holiday, it leaves a day for getting home leisurely. We will set on at North Creek, NY at 1200 hrs.  Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 218 miles. This ride is limited to 35 cars. Hyrails permitted with the following restrictions: Must have inspection Paperwork Equipment Restrictions/Requirements: Must have RR Radio, safety vest, over ankle shoes The event is sponsored by Mid Atlantic Motorcar Association. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional club requirements: Railroad property NOT to be touched, handled, operated/thrown, climbed on, etc. This includes equipment, switches, spikes, etc. This list is not all inclusive! Additional information: Must agree to all MAMA rules and regulations as stated on website, as well as all NARCOA and RR rules! The price of the trip is $225. Price includes RR fees, and does not include Lodging, Meals, Transportation. Event Coordinator: Craig W. Hartman Contact:  Craig W. hartman 34 North Road Kinnelon, New Jersey 07405 Phone: 973-838-3628 E-Mail:  Website: Click Here Click here for set-on site weather
8/1/2015 - 8/1/2015 Saturday - Saturday 1-Day Event	NYSW Utica Branch (New York) The Mid-Atlantic Motorcar Association (MAMA) is pleased to announce a 1-day, 90 mile excursion on the New York Susquehanna & Western Utica branch. Combined with the Cooperstown & Charlotte Valley on August 2, 2015. This will be a great weekend riding the rails with MAMA. The price for the 1-day event is $60, which includes railroad fees. It does not include meals and lodging. We suggest bringing lunches/food with you. There is a 35 car limit for this run; We will set on in Sangerfield, NY, and travel back to Utica along this grand old route. Come and enjoy a great weekend of railroading with MAMA as we travel through scenic upstate New York! This is a NARCOA insured excursion, and all applicable NARCOA rules apply, as well as any others required by the railroad. Cars and paperwork will be checked/inspected, and those not up to standard may be refused permission to set-on.Safety meeting must be attended as well. This is a non-mentoring run. The NYS&W requires that ALL operators pass a Northeast Operating Rules Advisory Committee (NORAC) guidelines test prior to the excursion. If you are in possession of a current NORAC certification from another railroad, please include a copy with your registration form so that we may submit it to the NYS&W prior to the event. If you do not have a current certification, a NORAC classs/test will be available online. If you have attended a previous class and possess current NORAC certification you do not need to take the online class, but must bring proof with you to the excursion. We are sorry for any inconvenience or problem this might cause, but this is a requirement of the railroad. NORAC certification is good for three full years Equipment Restrictions/Requirements: safety vests, hard soled over ankle shoes, radios are required. Hi-rails permitted and heavy cars with permission only. Cars must be able to be easily turned, and must be reliable. You must be able to maintain 25 MPH on this run. We may be interfacing with train traffic, so breakdowns cannot be afforded. We will set on at Sangerfield, NY.  Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 90 miles. This ride is limited to 35 cars. Hyrails permitted with the following restrictions: Equipment Restrictions/Requirements: AS Noted The event is sponsored by Mid Atlantic Motorcar Assn. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional club requirements: Radios Required The price of the trip is $60. Price includes Excursion Only, and does not include Meals, Hotels, etc. Event Coordinator: Dave Sigafoose, Ken Ciparis Contact:  Dave Sigafoose Website: Click Here
8/2/2015 - 8/2/2015 Sunday - Sunday 1-Day Event	Cooperstown & Charlotte Valley (New York) The Mid-Atlantic Motorcar Association (MAMA) is pleased to announce a 1-day, 30 mile run over the Cooperstown & Charlotte Valley on August 2, 2015. Combined with the Saturday, August 1, 2015 excursion on the New York Susquehanna & Western Utica branch. This will be a great weekend riding the rails with MAMA. Participants will travel approximately 30 round trip miles between Milford, NY and Cooperstown Junction, NY. We will set on at Milford, NY at 07:30am, travel south to Cooperstown Junction, turn the cars, and head back North to Cooperstown. Departure is scheduled for 08:30am. We anticipate being in Cooperstown for two hours, so you will be able to see the sights, have lunch, and visit the Baseball Hall of Fame. This ride is limited to 35 cars. Safety meeting must be attended as well. This is a non-mentoring Run. This is a NARCOA insured excursion, and all applicable NARCOA rules apply, as well as any others required by the railroad. Cars and paperwork will be checked/inspected, and those not up to standard may be refused permission to set-on. Hyrails permitted with the following restrictions: Must have current FRA paperwork/inspection. Heavy cars by permission only. Equipment Restrictions/Requirements: safety vests, hard soled over ankle shoes, radios are required. The price of the trip is $40, which includes Railroad fees and does not include meals, lodging, etc. We will set on at Milford, NY.  Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 30 miles. This ride is limited to 35 cars. Hyrails permitted with the following restrictions: Proper Paperwork Equipment Restrictions/Requirements: Radios Required The event is sponsored by Mid Atlantic Motorcar Assn. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional club requirements: Radios Required The price of the trip is $40. Price includes RR Fees, and does not include Motels, food, entertainment. Event Coordinator: Dave Sigafoose, Ken Ciparis Contact:  Dave Sigafoose Website: Click Here
11/27/2015 - 11/27/2015 Friday - Friday 1-Day Event	NYSW Southern Division (New Jersey) Confirmed one day season ender trip over the NYSW Southern Division. A great way to go before putting the speeder away for the winter. After last years infamous run, it is now known as the Turkey Trot or Snowstorm run, no snowflake here!See our website for more information. Call or e-mail me for commit or interest. Will travel to/from Hawthorne to Pelton, maybe further. We will set on at Riverdale or Sparta at 7:00 AM. Departure is scheduled for 8:30. Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 110 miles.  Hyrails permitted with the following restrictions: Current FRA Equipment Restrictions/Requirements: Hard soled shoes, safety vest, radio The event is sponsored by Mid Atlantic Motorcar Association. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Event Coordinator: Craig W. Hartman Contact:  Craig W. Hartman Kinnelon, NJ 07405 Phone: 973-838-3628 973-838-4456 E-Mail:  Website: Click Here
6/18/2016 - 6/19/2016 Saturday - Sunday 2-Day Event	Delaware Lackawanna (Pennsylvania) The Mid-Atlantic Motorcar Association (MAMA) is pleased to announce a 2-day, approximately 130 mile run over the Delaware-Lackawanna Railroad as well as the Carbondale Line and the Lurel Line Trollry Line on June 18th and 19th. On Saturday we will have a early set-on (details to follow), Saturday we plan to run the Carbondale Line, and time permitting, The Laurel lie with the switchback. Sunday we will run the D/L to the Gap and return, with a lunch stop at Moscow, hopefully catered by the Moscow Train Society. (been great for several trips) More details to follow We will set on at Scranton, PA at 0600. Departure is scheduled for )800. Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 130 miles. This ride is limited to 35 cars. Hyrails permitted with the following restrictions: NARCOA and FRA rules and paperwork req'd Equipment Restrictions/Requirements: Radios strongly encouraged (will be mandatory in future) The event is sponsored by Mid Atlantic Motorcar Association. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional club requirements: Hard soled over ankle boots, safety vest Event Coordinator: Craig Hartman Contact:  Craig Hartman 34 North Road Kinnelon, New Jersey 07405 Phone: 973-838-3628 E-Mail:  Website: Click Here Click here for set-on site weather
8/5/2016 - 8/7/2016 Friday - Sunday 3-Day Event	Delaware Ulster Railroad (New York) RUN CANCELLED due to too many conflicts. Plan to reschedule in the fall. Keep your eyes posted for new date, let me know if interested in fall foliage run We will set on at Arkville DU Yard at 12:00 PM. Departure is scheduled for Whenever. Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 60 miles. This ride is limited to 30 cars. Hyrails permitted with the following restrictions: The event is sponsored by Mid Atlantic Motorcar Assn. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. The price of the trip is $75. Price includes See above, and does not include See above. Event Coordinator: Craig W. Hartman Contact:  Craig W. Hartman 34 North Road Kinnelon, New Jersey 07405 Phone: 973-838-3628 E-Mail:  Website: Click Here Click here for set-on site weather
9/3/2016 - 9/4/2016 Saturday - Sunday 2-Day Event	Steamtown National Historic Site (Pennsylvania) Want to help our hobby? Want to be part of the Park services Centennial Celebration at Steamtown? Like meeting people to show of your equipment and show what we do? Please join with Mid Atlantic Motorcars Association as we go to visit as invited guests of Steamtown to show off our unusual hobby, and share with the railroading public what our speeders did, their history, who NARCOA is, what we do and more. Can you help be a "Gandy Dancer", swing a spike hammer? There is a limit to how many can attend, as we will be on a section of tracks behind the shops as well as through the shops to demonstrate our cars, and we will be looking for different cars from over the years, so you must contact the EC for approval to attend with your car. Good public skills also required. Set up and set on will be Saturday morning at about 0700, and departure Sunday afternoon. If you can't bring a car, come out and support our hobby at this great event, as we need "actors" for a proposed HOBO camp as well. This park is great to spend the day just walking around and seeing the huge railroad history and locomotives, shops, etc., so be part of it! As an aside, last year the park loved us, and wants us back! We will set on at Scranton, PA at 0700.  This ride is limited to 12 cars. Hyrails permitted with the following restrictions: FRA and NARCOA Compliant Equipment Restrictions/Requirements: Hard soled over ankle shoes, vest, radio The event is sponsored by Mid Atlantic Motorcar Association. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional club requirements: MUST CONTACT E/C for Permission Additional information: Must be good with public, no foul language, must look and act professional, enjoy people and introducing them to the hobby Event Coordinator: Craig W. Hartman Contact:  Craig W. Hartman 34 North Road Kinnelon, New Jersey 07405 Phone: 973-838-4456 E-Mail:  Website: Click Here
4/22/2023 Saturday 1-Day Event	Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad (Iowa) Preregistration is Required. We Are starting out the 2023 ride season on the B&SV. Early set on Friday evening will be between 5 and 7pm with a possible night run about 7pm for those interested. We hope to have four trips during the day on Saturday and a night run following the return of the dinner train. Enjoy the 156' high bridge and the Des Moines River bridge by the Y-Camp. The entire line is now open all the way to Wolf. Well make two runs in the morning with restroom breaks in between and two runs in the afternoon before the dinner train pulls into the station to board passengers at 5pm. A night run will follow the return of the dinner train. There won't be time for a lunch break in order to get all of our miles in so bring along any food you might wish to eat during the day. We will set on at B&SV depot at 6:30am. Departure is scheduled for 8:30am. Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 20 miles.  Hyrails permitted with the following restrictions: The event is sponsored by First Iowa Division. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. The price of the trip is $30. Price includes Ride fee. Price is $40 day of ride. Please make out checks for the ride payable to FID, and does not include Membership in the Iowa Railroad Historical Society which is required (25). Please make out checks for the ride payable to IRHS. Motels in Boone are the American Inn 2215 Story St. (515-432-4322). Ask for the First Iowa Division rate of $79.99 single or double. The Baymont Inn (515-432-8168). Ask for the First Iowa Division rate of $115.93 including tax single or double. There is also a Super 8 (515-432-8890). Ask for the First Iowa Division rate of $79.99 single or double. Event Coordinator: Carl Schneider, Stuart Remmers Contact:  Carl Schneider 1302 6th Ave SE Altoona, Iowa 50009-2002 Phone: 515-967-5181 E-Mail:  Website: Click Here Click here for set-on site weather
5/26/2023 - 5/27/2023 Friday - Saturday 2-Day Event	Red River Valley & Western (North Dakota) Preregistration is Required. First Iowa Division will host a 1.5 Day excursion at Lamoure, ND. Early arrivals can participate on a Friday evening excursion to Edgeley ND and back (6:30 pm Departure). Saturday’s excursion will travel to Ransom Junction (between Buttzville and Sheldon) and back with a stop both ways at Lisbon. An excursion packet will be emailed out to those who preregister. Last minute attendees are welcomed. We will set on at Included in registration packet at 4:00. Departure is scheduled for 6:30. Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 130 miles.  Hyrails permitted with the following restrictions: Set on at the front immediately behind the RR escort. The event is sponsored by First Iowa Division. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional information: The only motel in LaMoure is the Travel Inn Lodge 701-883-5373.Be sure to specify you are booking a room in Lamoure and get the name of the clerk making the reservation. There have been issues with reservation in the past. Strongly suggest verifying your reservation the week of the excursion. The price of the trip is $70. Price includes Ride fees. Full refunds minus a $10 cancellation fee will be issued for cancellations up to the day of the excursion, and does not include Meals and motels. Event Coordinator: Dave Voeltz, Carl Schneider, Stuart Remmers Contact:  Dave Voeltz 801 N. Harrison Ave. Pierre, South Dakota 57501-2303 Phone: 605-280-5551 E-Mail:  Website: Click Here Click here for set-on site weather
5/28/2023 - 5/29/2023 Sunday - Monday 2-Day Event	Dakota, Missouri Valley & Western (South Dakota) First Iowa Division will host a 2 day excursionat Britton, SD. Sunday’s excursion will travel to Aberdeen Junction and back in the morning/afternoon. There is also an evening meal excursion to Amherst and a post meal excursion to Rutland, ND and back. Monday’s excursion will travel to Geneseo Jct and back. We will set on at Included in registration packet at 6:00pm. Departure is scheduled for 8:30am. Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 227 miles.  Hyrails permitted with the following restrictions: At the front of the group The event is sponsored by First Iowa Division. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional information: Price includes all railroad fees but does not include meals and motels. Complete details will be sent upon receipt of the excursion fee. To register, e-mail Dave Voeltz at [email protected] or if you do not use email, call at 605-280-5551. Motels: Northern Lights Inn - 605-448-2438 Sunset Motel 800-201-2205 or 605-448-2205. The price of the trip is $70. Price includes Ride fees. Full refunds minus a $10 cancellation fee will be issued for cancellations up to the day of the excursion, and does not include Meals and motels. Event Coordinator: Dave Voeltz, Carl Schneider, Stuart Remmers Contact:  Dave Voeltz 801 N. Harrison Ave Pierre, South Dakota 57501-2303 Phone: 605-280-5551 E-Mail:  Website: Click Here Click here for set-on site weather
6/10/2023 - 6/11/2023 Saturday - Sunday 2-Day Event	Ellis & Eastern Railroad (Minnesota) Preregistration is Required. First Iowa Division will host a 2 day excursion at Luverne, MN. Saturday will see a morning trip from Luverne to Agate Junction, an afternoon trip west to Manly, MN and back, and an evening trip to Agate Junction and back. Sunday’s excursion will travel to Agate Jct and back. Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 210 miles. An excursion packet will be emailed out to those who preregister. Last minute attendees are welcomed. We will set on at Freeman Ave by the depot at 6:30am. Departure is scheduled for 8:30am. Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 210 miles.  The event is sponsored by First Iowa Division. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional information: Motels: GrandStay Hotel & Suites - 507 449 4949; Super 8 -507 283 9541; EconoLodge - 844 974-2121. The price of the trip is $60. Price includes Ride fees. Full refunds minus a $10 cancellation fee will be issued for cancellations up to the day of the excursion, and does not include Meals and motel. Event Coordinator: Dave Voeltz, Carl Schneider, Stuart Remmers Contact:  Dave Voeltz 801 N. Harrison Ave. Pierre, South Dakota 57501-2303 Phone: 605-280-5551 E-Mail:  Website: Click Here Click here for set-on site weather
7/8/2023 - 7/9/2023 Saturday - Sunday 2-Day Event	Ringneck & Western Railroad ( Formerly Dakota Southern ) (South Dakota) First Iowa Division will host a 2 day excursion at Oacoma, SD. We hope to get permission to set on Friday evening. Check with the EC that day to confirm. Saturday’s excursion will travel to 1 mile west of Mitchell and back with stops both ways at White Lake and Mt. Vernon. Lunch can be purchased at Mt Vernon during our noon break at the trackside convenience store. Sunday we will travel to Presho (and possibly further west toward Vivian) and back with stops both ways at Kennebec. Bring your own food and beverages as there are no nearby establishments. We will set on at By the Oacoma city shops building at 6:30am. Departure is scheduled for 8:15am. Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 217 miles.  Hyrails permitted with the following restrictions: Hirails permitted at the front of the excursion behind the escort. The event is sponsored by First Iowa Division. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional information: Preregistration is required. Motels: Quality Inn Oacoma: 605-734-5593 $129 Double Queen Rate available until 06/06/2023, ask for railroad excursion group rate; Howard Johnson Oacoma: 605-234-4222; Econlodge Oacoma: 605-734-4111; Other via Google. The price of the trip is $80. Price includes Ride fees. Full refunds minus a $10 cancellation fee will be issued for cancellations up to the day of the excursion, and does not include Meals and motels. Event Coordinator: Dave Voeltz, Carl Schneider, Stuart Remmers Contact:  Dave Voeltz 801 N. Harrison Ave. Pierre, South Dakota 57501-2303 Phone: 605-280-5551 E-Mail:  Website: Click Here Click here for set-on site weather
7/29/2023 Saturday 1-Day Event	Minnesota Prairie Lines (Minnesota) The First Iowa Division will host a 1-day ride on the MPLI Railroad at North Redwood, MN. We hope to be able to set on Friday afternoon pending railroad approval.An excursion packet will be emailed out to those who preregister. Last minute attendees are welcomed but will not be able to participate in the meal since a headcount is needed by the restaurant. We will set on at Included in registration packet at 6:30am. Departure is scheduled for 8:00am. Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 132 miles.  Hyrails permitted with the following restrictions: At the front of the group behind the railroad escort. The event is sponsored by First Iowa Division. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional information: Motels:(Preferred) Redwood Lodge. Redwood Falls - 507-644-5700. SPECIAL GROUP RATE $104.18 plus tax.Must ask for the NARCOA Rate.Offer good through July 3rd. or until special rate rooms are reserved. Other motels via Google search. The price of the trip is $80. Price includes Ride fees. Full refunds minus a $10 cancellation fee will be issued for cancellations up to the day of the excursion, and does not include Meals and motels. Event Coordinator: Dave Voeltz, Carl Schneider, Stuart Remmers Contact:  Dave Voeltz 801 N. Harrison Ave. Pierre, South Dakota 57501-2303 Phone: 605-280-5551 E-Mail:  Website: Click Here Click here for set-on site weather
7/30/2023 Sunday 1-Day Event	Twin Cities & Western (Minnesota) The First Iowa Division will host a 1-day ride over the Twin Cities & Western’s Line at Sacred Heart MN. Sunday set on begins at 6:30am. Safety meeting starts at 8:00 am with a scheduled departure at 8:30 am. We will travel from Sacred Heart, MN to Appleton MN and back with a break coming and going at Montevideo with a visit at the Milwaukee Road Heritage Center. Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 94 miles. An Excursion Packet will be emailed out to those who preregister. Last minute attendees are welcomed. We will set on at Included in registration packet at 6:30am. Departure is scheduled for 8:30am. Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 94 miles.  Hyrails permitted with the following restrictions: Set on at the front immediately behind the RR escort The event is sponsored by First Iowa Division. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional information: Motels::(Preferred) Redwood Lodge. Redwood Falls - 507-644-5700. SPECIAL GROUP RATE $104.18 plus tax.Must ask for the NARCOA Rate.Other nearby lodging: Americas Best Value Inn, Morton MN– 507-200-3355; The price of the trip is $80. Price includes Ride fees. Full refunds minus a $10 cancellation fee will be issued for cancellations up to the day of the excursion, and does not include Meals and motels. Event Coordinator: Dave Voeltz, Carl Schneider, Stuart Remmers Contact:  Dave Voeltz 801 N. Harrison Ave Pierre, South Dakota 57501-2303 Phone: 605-280-5551 E-Mail:  Website: Click Here Click here for set-on site weather
9/15/2023 - 9/18/2023 Friday - Monday 4-Day Event	Black Hills Central (South Dakota) Preregistration is Required. Friday: Safety Meeting starts at 1:30 pm with a 2 pm departure. Round trip from Hill City to Keystone. We depart in front of the train and will hold for the eastbound train at Keystone Junction. Return to Hill City after train passes. We will have a second round trip after the passenger train returns. Tie up for the evening Saturday: Set on for late arrivals from 6:00 to 6:30 am. Safety meeting at 6:45 am with a 7:00 am departure to Keystone and back. We will have four round trips and will be following the steam train during the third and fourth trips so we will have a tight schedule. We will have a 'bring your own lunch' Saturday afternoon at 2 pm at the Oblivion siding.Hope to have extended time at Keystone on our third trip of the day. Set off will be around 5 pm. We will set on at Included in registration packet at 11:30am. Departure is scheduled for 2:000pm. Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 108 miles. This ride is limited to 25 cars. The event is sponsored by First Iowa Division. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional information: Super 8 - 605-574-4141Special $79 per night rate. Must ask for the Railroad Speeders Rate. 25 rooms are blocked off until Sept 1st, after that, rate will be honored if rooms available. Holiday Inn Express - 605-574-4040 Western Golden Spike Inn & Suites - 605-547-2577 Quality Inn - 605-574-2100 The price of the trip is $80. Price includes Ride fee, and does not include Motels and meals. Event Coordinator: Dave Voeltz Contact:  Dave Voeltz 801 N. Harrison Ave Pierre, South Dakota 57501-2303 Phone: 605-224-2964 E-Mail:  Website: Click Here Click here for set-on site weather
10/14/2023 Saturday 1-Day Event	Ottawa Nortthern Railroad (Formerly the Midland Railroad) (Kansas) First Iowa Division will host a ride in Baldwin City, Kansas on the Ottawa Northern Railroad. We will have a set on Friday afternoon at 4PM followed by 2 trips Friday evening. We will have a second set on Saturday morning at 7AM followed by 2 or 3 round trips (depending on time available), with an early afternoon setoff. This should give those attending the Columbia Terminal Railroad excursion the following daytime to travel to Columbia, MO that afternoon. Mileage per trip is 22 miles, with total miles being between 88 and 110. Those wishing to leave early will be allowed to do so after each round trip. PREREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. A packet with all the additional paperwork and ride details will be emailed (mailed upon request) to you once I have your preregistration and payment. Mentoring by advance approval from EC only! We will set on at Baldwin City yard at 7:00. Departure is scheduled for TBD. Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 22 miles.  The event is sponsored by First Iowa Division. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional information: Additional Information: Motels: Baldwin City (across town): • The Lodge. Address is 503 Ames Phone: 785-594-3900– 14 rooms available as of 8/19/23 Gardner (17 miles east): • Super 8 Address: 2001 E. Santa Fe St. Phone: (913)-856-8887 Ottawa (16 miles south): • Surestay Address: 212 E. 23rd Street. Phone: (785)-242-2224 • Super 8: 2315 S. Oak Street. Phone: (785)-521-3200 The price of the trip is $50. Price includes Ride fees, and does not include Meals and motels. Event Coordinator: Stuart Remmers, Dave Voeltz, Carl Schneider Contact:  Stuart Remmers 7 Eastridge Drive North York, Nebraska 68467 Phone: 402)-362-7891 E-Mail:  Website: Click Here Click here for set-on site weather
10/15/2023 Sunday 1-Day Event	Columbia Terminal (COLT) Railroad (Missouri) First Iowa Division will host a ride in Columbia, Missouri on the Columbia Terminal Railroad. We will make 3 round trips during the day between the seton and the end of the railroad at Centralia. Seton begins at 7AM Saturday morning with a 9AM safety meeting. Total mileage for the day is 108 miles if participant rides 3 trips. Those wishing to leave early will be allowed to do so after each round trip. There is two restaurants within walking distance of the turn spot. Participants are also welcome to bring their own lunch if they would like to. Mentoring by advance approval only! Contact EC to arrange mentoring. Preregistration is required. A packet with all the additional paperwork and ride details will be emailed (mailed upon request) to you once I have your preregistration and payment. We will set on at 6501 Brown Station Rd. at 7:00. Departure is scheduled for 9:00am. Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 30 miles.  The event is sponsored by First Iowa Division. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional information: Additional Information: There are many hotels in Columbia, but hotels are high in price this year. I would recommend booking your hotel soon. The normal economy hotels are listed below: Super 8 Address: 3216 Clark Ln, Columbia, MO 65202 Phone: (563)-474-8488 Super 8 Address:5700 Freedom Dr, Columbia, MO 65202 Phone: (573)-474-8307 Motel 6 Address: 3402 Interstate 70 Dr SE, Columbia, MO 65201 Phone: (573)-815-0123 Quality Inn Address: 801 N Keene St, Columbia, MO 65201 Phone: (573)-449-4422 The price of the trip is $50. Price includes Ride fees, and does not include Meals and motels. Event Coordinator: Stuart Remmers Contact:  Stuart Remmers 7 Eastridge Drive North York, Nebraska 68467 Phone: 402-362-7891 E-Mail:  Website: Click Here Click here for set-on site weather
11/4/2023 Saturday 1-Day Event	Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad (Iowa) Preregistration is Required. We are closing out the 2023 ride season on the B&SV. Early set on Friday evening will be between 5 and 7pm with a possible night run about 7pm for those interested. We hope to have four trips during the day on Saturday and a night run following the return of the dinner train. Enjoy the 156' high bridge and the Des Moines River bridge by the Y-Camp. The entire line is now open all the way to Wolf. We will be running with a lunch train at 11am so we'll make one round trip, turn around and head out again ahead of the train. We'll run to Wolf and wait for the train to arrive at Fraser and head back to Boone. We'll follow the train back, turn and make two more round trips before the dinner train pulls into the station to board passengers at 5pm. A night run will follow the return of the dinner train. There won't be time for a lunch break in order to get all of our miles in so bring along any food you might wish to eat during the day. We will set on at B&SV depot at 6:30am. Departure is scheduled for 8:30am. Approximate round trip mileage for this excursion is 20 miles.  Hyrails permitted with the following restrictions: The event is sponsored by First Iowa Division. NARCOA insurance and rules apply. Additional information: Motels in Boone are the American Inn 2215 Story St. (515-432-4322). Ask for the First Iowa Division rate of $79.99 single or double. The Baymont Inn (515-432-8168). Ask for the First Iowa Division rate of $115.93 including tax single or double. There is also a Super 8 (515-432-8890). Ask for the First Iowa Division rate of $79.99 single or double. The price of the trip is $30. Price includes Ride fee. Price is $40 day of ride. Make checks payable to FID, and does not include Current membership in the Iowa Railroad Historical Society ($25) is a railroad requirement also. Please make out checks for the ride payable to FID and membership checks to Iowa Railroad Historical Society. Event Coordinator: Carl Schneider, Stuart Remmers Contact:  Carl Schneider 1302 6th Ave SE Altoona, Iowa 50009-2002 Phone: 515-967-5181 E-Mail:  Website: Click Here Click here for set-on site weather