Considering the number of readers near Southern California – or those interested in traveling out of state to see – does anyone have non-speculative, concrete, trusted information as to any visit day or days at the Colton loco restoration site?
Obviously, at least one reader of the previous posting had trusted access to the operations in Colton. Unfortunately, that question gave way on the previous post to a discussion of loco conditions.
The Colton visit days have passed:
From UP Community ties link:
“The public is invited to view Big Boy No. 4014 in Colton Yard Feb. 1-2 and 8-9 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Colton rail yard is a busy 'round-the-clock operation. Because of safety concerns access is limited.”
http://www.up.com/newsinfo/community_ties/2014/january/0127_4014_colton.shtml
I could not find any more reference to any other visiting hours scheduled. Doesn’t mean that there might not be another day or two, but as of now, no more listing.
EDIT: I did find this:
http://www.up.com/aboutup/special_trains/steam/details.shtml
The good news is it only covers till March 28th. Lets keep our fingers crossed.
Dave-
Thanks for the response.
Yes, here’s hopes there will be a date or dates in which the “dedicated” can see the progress.
I hope this posting site stays open for future news – please post as you get it.
Wendell