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One of the model train setups in this part of Phipps - with conveniently timed moving train (the timing did work out really well - the train came around just as the GigaPan moved to the next column....) |
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This excursion steam train runs between Stettler and Big Valley, Alberta. This was my first Gigapan! |
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This is a steam 2-8-0 locomotive built by Alco’s Pittsburgh Works in 1910. It is expected to enter service as part of the Rio Grande Scenic Railroad. |
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The 16th St BART station in the mission. |
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The trains to New Jersey are fast and comfortable. The only problem is that the schedules, especially on the weekend, are a little sparse. No real problem if you plan ahead, but a little dicey for casual use - especially if, like Rose, you are used to the Subway which runs more or less 'all of the time.' Being constrained by a train schedule is stressful - not having the option to finish something because the next train is not for an hour is a bit stressful. OTOH, the trains are clean, and comfortable, and fast, and cheap - $8 for an offpeak round trip. |
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The Santa Barbara Train Depot was reconstructed in 2000. |
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Kids love to operate and climb on every part of this large steam locomotive located at the entrance to Dennis the Menace Playgound. |
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Taken off the balcony of Roberts Engineering Hall on CMU's campus. |
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A BNSF locomotive passed by in this early morning panorama from the deck of the motel. This shot was taken just after the last snow had melted. |
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Waiting at the station, had a couple minutes to grab a shot. Nice town. |