Ladies and gentlemen, allow me to introduce you to the Vale of Rheidol Railway. The 12-mile railway was originally constructed in 1902 to connect the lead mines to the sea. Since the 1930s, howe... (more)
While riding the Verde Canyon Railroad, I had the opportunity to talk with the bartender, Kenna. She was a very nice person to talk to about railroading, and she enjoys working for the railroad. P... (more)
Running long-hood-forward, #421 switches some tank cars.
Engineer Chris waves to the photographer as this old Alco charges south towards Oil City.
The Oil City Turn heads south on a nice clear day under this old signal gantry. Note the caboose at the end of the train.
The old and the new. Two Alcos are being parked after arriving from Olean while an eastbound coal drag waits. Photo taken with permission.
Having just arrived from Olean, these three Alcos are being parked before heading back in the night. Photo taken with permission.
The first train captured by my new Nikon D5000.
This steamer has definitely seen better days, but she'll see them again soon. The engine is pictured here back in 2006 with a primer coat. The engine is currently undergoing cosmetic restoration... (more)
475 heads back to Strasburg late in the fall a year ago to this date...
The rain came down hard for 765's arrival in Alma for Train Festival 2009.
Nickel Plate 765 charges past for this run-by as part of Train Festival 2009.
A horse looks on as 475 returns home...
#475 heading back from Leaman Place on a wonderful fall evening...
