I must echo Leo's comments about riding the White Pass. I rode the last
year behind the Alcos. Great engine sounds and chime air horns. The GE
units were on the train that followed us up the line. I spent the whole
trip on the end platform of our car taking photos and soaking in the fresh
air and scenery.
Definitely one of the best rides that I have taken. Well run and the crews
are very friendly and polite.
I also agree about the salmon, but you have to have the local beer as well.
Mike Cafferata
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Sent: Wednesday, July 16, 2014 10:02 PM
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Subject: [CBQ] Alaska Connection
I have been very fortunate to have ridden:
The C&TS
The Durango and Silverton
The Algoma Central(twice)
The DRGW and Calif. Zephyr,thru the Rockies, a few times And while they are
all wonderfully awesome rides,to date, nothing compares to riding the White
Pass in 2012.
I recommend the following books to get a insight into the History of the
White Pass and the Yukon gold rush.
The White Pass
Klondike Fever
I picked up both at the book store in Skagway after getting off the train. I
had to ask for local history books and was directed to a lone book shelf off
to the side. Both are really fast reads and "the White Pass" discusses the Q
connections.
As of my rider in 2012 the White Pass was still operating the
Baldwins....... I rode behind one.
A very busy operation at peak season with numerous extras running and double
meets at more than one siding.
Ps there is no better fish than fresh caught and served in Alaska !
Leo Phillipp
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