by Justin Young | Jul 26, 2020 | Uncategorized
Restoration, upgrades to Milwaukee Road E9 32A near completion Volunteers and employees of the Friends of the 261 are making great progress with the restoration and upgrading of Milwaukee Road E9 32A. Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, crews have been practicing social... by Justin Young | Mar 30, 2020 | Uncategorized
Hello Friends, I’m writing to you in the hopes that you and your loved ones are safe & healthy. In this unprecedented time, I wanted to let you know that we are all thinking about you and your families. We view you as part of our big railroad family and we are... by Justin Young | Nov 15, 2019 | Uncategorized
North Pole Express on the ready track 2018 North Pole Express at Union Depot in St. Paul. The 2019 trips will operate Dec. 6-8 and Dec. 12-15. ©Steve Glischinski The 2019 North Pole Express is on the ready track to spread holiday cheer at Union Depot in St. Paul. The... by Justin Young | Apr 1, 2019 | Uncategorized
Engine Report April 2019 Steam locomotive 261 undergoing signification firebox work before the 2019 season. As the snow has melted and Spring has sprung work begins on getting the 261 ready for the 2019 season. Work crews have undertaken the major job of replacing one... by Justin Young | Mar 16, 2019 | Uncategorized
Friends of the 261 now proud owner of Milwaukee Road E9A No. 32A By Don Crimmin Through the hard work of long-time members and volunteers Dr. Robert Schoeder and Mary Walters and the generosity of the Wisconsin & Southern Railroad and WATCO, the Friends of the 261... by Justin Young | Sep 1, 2018 | Uncategorized
2018 has brought big changes to the fleet of the Friends of the 261. 2 new domes and a complete overhaul on the Fox River Valley, former Henry Hudson. New Gaskets and windows are on their way for the Silver Palace, former Western Pacific coach dome. Custom carpet is... 