Train Festival update

[RobertInOntario]

Is this the festival that will be in Owosso, Mich., sometime in late-July? I'd be curious to know because if it is in Owosso, Mich., I might be able to make it. Apparently, it's less than a 5-hour drive from Toronto. Wow -- seven steam engines -- that's a rare sight! :mrgreen:

Thanks,
Rob

That is it. Owosso, MI...July 24-26. All hail the 1225 group for putting this together

There will be excursions. To support it, purchase a ticket and ride...but imo, the best experience is to just be there with your camera at the ready. I plan on doing both. It is supposed to be a 5.25hr drive from my home.

Robert, if you can go, you have to visit the Huckleberry Railroad either before or after...it is practically on your way. They operate an Alaskan 4-6-0 and a D&RGW 2-8-2...the only D&RGW 2-8-2 which is always painted up for the Rio Grande (it is a K-27 "Mudhen"). They also have a number of authentic pieces of rolling stock. It is located 5 miles north of Flint.
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That would take you up to either 8 or 9 (or possibly even 10!) for the trip.

Michael

Thanks, Michael ... The Huckleberry RR sounds great too!

I might not know if I can make it to Owosso until the last minute. Do you think you could just show up and buy tickets when you arrive or do you need to buy them in advance? (It sounds like it's the latter from the website).

Otherwise, if I can't make it that weekend, maybe I could just visit the Huckleberry RR, say in August.

Thanks, Rob