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Ramblin' Railfan Following the railroad adventures of Ben "Gitty" Baker, the Ramblin' Railfan. https://amzn.to/3Ug8Ybo

Riding long-distance trains, and writing stories and songs about railroad experiences. Get the book about my 8,400-mile train trip around America here: https://amzn.to/3Ug8Ybo

Back on the rails after far too long away... on a very delayed Downeaster train #682 headed for Boston!
18/01/2024

Back on the rails after far too long away... on a very delayed Downeaster train #682 headed for Boston!

Every. Darn. Time.
05/06/2023

Every. Darn. Time.

Remind you of anybody?

03/06/2023

For a railfan, it doesn't get much better than this - an amazing day spent in and around the Queen of Steam, the "Mighty J" 611. I had two separate runs in the cab: the first, shown here, at the throttle (under the watchful guidance of master engineer Ted), and then later as fireman, coached by Rick. Just one hour in total, but it was an experience I'll never forget, operating such an iconic, amazing machine.

Little engine, big engine. Strasburg #3, a fully functional coal-burning miniature steam locomotive, gets some attentio...
22/05/2023

Little engine, big engine. Strasburg #3, a fully functional coal-burning miniature steam locomotive, gets some attention from her crew before being put away for the night after a hard day's work on May 20, 2023. Nearby, famous N&W #611 steams peacefully after her own day's labors have ended.

21/05/2023

I'm now back home in New Hampshire, with many videos and photos to sort through and edit. Saying farewell to the 611 yesterday evening was bittersweet. In a week she'll be on her way home to Virginia.

20/05/2023

The shop tour at the Strasburg Rail Road is an amazing experience for any railfan!

20/05/2023

After yesterday's in-cab experiences, it's nice to be able to ride behind the 611 today.

20/05/2023

The Queen of Steam, Norfolk & Western #611, passes the The Red Caboose Motel & Restaurant on its way home after a long day.

What a day, glorious day, this has been.
19/05/2023

What a day, glorious day, this has been.

19/05/2023

The Strasburg Rail Road is about more than big flashy steam locomotives! Here's their trusty diesel switcher hauling a lone boxcar down to Leaman Place to interchange with Norfolk Southern. He'll likely be coming back past in an hour or so with another string.

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