A perfect day with no GEs in sight.
The White Pine Copper Refinery switcher works the yard at White Pine.
The Soo 2719 gets wyed after having pulled the Two Harbors fall color excursion.
The local has spun their engine and tacked onto their nine cars for the return trip to North Bessemer where they'll call it a day.
The White Pine Local heads east through the changing leaves of the north woods. This may be the last chance to catch this job with color on the trees. The smelter which the local serves is slated ... (more)
While in town for health and safety meetings I decided to drive down the north side of the yard and had to do a double take when I saw this little jewel!
Awaiting a visit from the SLH&TS members during their annual convention this weekend. Looks nice with a fresh new coat of paint. This unit sat by Warner road in St Paul for years.
A good looking and great sounding ALCO chugs south towards the next photo shoot location.
The Hustle Muscle looks mighty fine as the photo special pauses for the photographers.
Retired GN engineer Frank Christopherson feels right at home in the cab of the Hustle Muscle.
Duluth South Shore and Atlantic RS-1 built in 1945 rebuilt in 65 on her maiden voyage after having been restored to life.
A trio of Fs have pizza train duties today. The other AB set of F9s in the photo are Erie Mining 4211A and 4222B.
Engineer Chase has traffic tied up while a couple of young switchman attempt to double up an empty grain train.
Not only does she look good, but she also moves under her own power. This is a true treasure to have in the Twin Ports!
DSS&A 101 comes along nicely thanks to volunteer efforts. With any luck the handrails should be finished by tomorrow evening. Thanks to all those who have helped out!
