Tag Archives: steam locomotive

Operate a Steam Locomotive in Pennsylvania

Posted on February 17, 2012 by admin

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to operate a steam locomotive and be the engineer on a century old vintage steam engine?  Now you can experience the excitement of being able to feel the power of the … Continue reading →

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Take the Throttle at North Carolina Transportation Museum

Posted on October 30, 2011 by admin

Lehigh Valley Coal 0-6-0 saddle tank steam locomotive No. 126 will visit the North Carolina Transportation Museum during November and December. Visitors will be able to run the locomotive part as part of the museum’s “At the Throttle” program. Vulcan … Continue reading →

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Louisville & Nashville 4-6-2 No.152 out for overhaul

Posted on October 5, 2011 by admin

One of the last  modern-era L&N steam locomotives in existence and the only one in operation today, the Louisville & Nashville 4-6-2 No. 152  has been taken out of service. The 1905 locomotive was built by Rogers Locomotive Works and … Continue reading →

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2012 Train Calendars

Posted on September 8, 2011 by admin

Stay up to date with your favorite 2012 Train or 2012 Railroad calendar. Large selection of  railroads of today as well as many vintage fallen flags, including Santa Fe, ACL/SAL, Chessie, C&O,  Erie, Great Northern, PRR, Rio Grande, Milwaukee Road, … Continue reading →

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Nickel Plate Road No. 765 Steam Returns to Ohio September 2011

Posted on August 22, 2011 by admin

Nickel Plate Road No. 765 Steam Returning to CVSR Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad (CVSR) has announced they will be welcoming the return of the historic 2-8-4 Berkshire steam engine Nickel Plate Road  No. 765  to the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad … Continue reading →

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Colorado Railroad Museum Wine & Music Train August 20

Posted on August 16, 2011 by admin

Colorado Railroad Museum Wine & Music Train Lose track of time while sampling all things Colorado… Colorado wines, music and Colorado’s railroad legacy. Enjoy the gentle rock of the rails as you ride behind the historic No. 346 locomotive in … Continue reading →

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Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum’s 50th Anniversary Railfest

Posted on August 15, 2011 by admin

Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum‘s first ever Railfest will celebrate its 50th anniversary over Labor Day weekend. Activities include special rail excursions, entertainment, storytelling, concerts, on-site demonstrations and exhibits, and food. Guest locomotives include two of Norfolk Southern’s executive Fs, recently … Continue reading →

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Milwaukee Road 261 Fall Color Excursion Train proceeds will benefit engine overhaul

Posted on August 10, 2011 by admin

All “Friends of the 261” fall color excursion train proceeds will benefit the overhaul of Milwaukee Road 261. The Milwaukee Road No. 261 restoration has been undergoing a series of repairs to conform to Federal Railroad Administration standards for the … Continue reading →

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Cadillac Fall Color Trains Behind Steam Locomotive NKP 765

Posted on August 6, 2011 by admin

The Cadillac Fall Color Trains, behind steam locomotive NKP 765,  will operate on October 1, 2011 and October 15, 2011. Experience the brilliant and colorful display of the   Michigan fall foliage. Remember to bring your camera. Share ThisTweetFacebookLinkedInTumblrStumbleDiggDelicious

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Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad Garibaldi 2011 Train Rides

Posted on June 22, 2011 by admin

Join RailsNW and the Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad as the one and only Oregon Coast Crawler takes you on a memorable 5 hour journey of exploration and beautiful Oregon scenery. Originating out of Garibaldi, take a leisurely trip up the … Continue reading →

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