All Aboard?
Backpacks loaded into baggage car
of the D&SNG which stands for the Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge. How narrow? About 3 feet. Normal tracks are 4 feet, 8.5 inches.
Steam engine #486 getting ready to haul ass
Our asses, and a number of other passengers. We’re going up to Silverton, Colorado to see the mines.
Steam release on the bridge
If you think you are smart enough, you can wait for a good turn in the tracks and hang out to take a picture of the engine during the ride up to Silverton. Make sure you stow your valuables when you attempt this as they could get sucked out of the window. FYI, my hotel key card is now lying on the track bed about 25 miles south of Silverton!
The Return Trip ?
No, it was suggested that we take the train up to Silverton then take the bus back. It’s a good idea, especially if you’re not THAT crazy about trains. The trip up took 3.5 hours. Trip down, a little over an hour. Not the same as the FoCo trolly ride’s 10 minute trip but worth it once in a lifetime.
Was the Animas River Orange today?
No, all that bad orange sludge went someplace into New Mexico and perhaps further South. NOTHING TO SEE HERE. GO ABOUT YOUR BUSINESS.